About OCCS
The Ohio Council of Community Schools (OCCS) sponsors 48 charter schools across Ohio ensuring they are legally, financially, and academically sound.
Mission
As a sponsor of community schools, OCCS is a student-centered organization advocating excellence in education through strategic partnerships.
Vision
Advancing educational choice and achieving excellence through leadership and innovation.
Core Strategies
- Advocate for Community Schools through Outreach, Events, and Education
- Increase Regional Representation Efficiency and Efficacy
- Provide Comprehensive and Innovative Authorizing and Improvement Strategies for Virtual Schools
- Cultivate and Implement Technical Assistance Strategies which Support School Leadership and Improve Academic Outcomes
- Demonstrate the OCCS Way of Uniqueness and Quality through Strategic School Improvement, Innovation, Fostering Partnerships, and Staff Development
Core Values:
We strongly believe in advancing educational choice and achieving excellence through leadership and innovation. At the heart of our organization are our five core values:
School Choice
Student-Centered
Integrity
Quality
Team-Based
As A Matter of Fact:
Three OCCS sponsored schools are in the top 10% of community schools: Columbus Preparatory Academy, Toledo Preparatory & Fitness Academy and Arts and College Preparatory Academy