About the School
OCASA, or the Orange County Academy of Sciences and Arts, is a tuition-free public charter school located in Orange County, California. Founded in 2015 by a group of parents, OCASA operates as a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education for students from Transitional Kindergarten through Grade 12. The school aims to ensure that every child is known, supported, and inspired while developing essential academic and life skills. OCASA has three campuses, including an elementary school in Laguna Niguel, a new elementary school opening in North Tustin in Fall 2026, and a middle school in Aliso Viejo. The school emphasizes hands-on, inquiry-based learning, offering small group instruction and personalized learning experiences. It also features programs that cater to diverse student needs, including those with disabilities and socioeconomically disadvantaged youth. OCASA is committed to fostering a community where