The Oakland Schools are child-focused learning centers that aim to promote academic achievement in a supportive, challenging environment. They strive to prepare students for the 21st century, equipping them with the technological and academic skills necessary for success in future educational pursuits and professional careers. Our schools foster the development of cultural awareness and social consciousness, as they seek to develop individuals who can both relate to, and contribute to the expanded global culture in which we all live. Our schools very much reflect our motto “A Learning Community Committed to Excellence.”