Learn more about what makes Orca K-8 unique!
Posted on: January 14, 2025
Summary: What makes Orca K-8 unique!
Orca K-8 School – A public option school in Columbia City
At Orca K-8, We All Belong
Orca K-8 is a progressive, public option school where we focus on the education and growth of the whole child. We believe in strong academics supported by rich social experience to develop globally conscious student leaders.
What makes Orca K-8 unique:
- Small class sizes and a close-knit community
- Garden Program
- Focus on environmental and social justice throughout the curriculum
- Art, Music, PE, and Library
- Math and reading interventionists
- Extra programs like Speak with Purpose (public speaking) and Band (starting in 4th)
- Annual Martin Luther King Day march
- Orca Plus after school enrichment activities onsite
- Seed of Life before and after-school care
“We love to dig in the dirt with the garden program and to learn in small class sizes. The family-staff relationship is special and a main reason we are dedicated to Orca.”
Kay R., parent
If you have any questions, please reach out to president@orca-k8-ptsa.org.
