Back to School at Scholarship Prep Orange County
Welcome Scholars and Families!
Whether you're a student or a family member, we're excited to welcome you to our 2025-2026 School Year! From dress code to Meet the Teacher, we've got everything you need to start the school year off right. So let's get ready to make memories!
Updated July 19, 2025
Quick Links
Virtual Orientation
Wednesday, July 30th
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM English
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Spanish
Join Principal Dr. Sessions on Zoom to walk through what to expect on the first day and learn more about our school policies and procedures to start the year with confidence.
Meet Your Teacher
Thursday, August 7
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
(Both Campuses)
Meet your child's teacher and pick up free dress code items during this casual, drop-in event for enrolled families.
First Day of School
Monday, August 11
We can’t wait to kick off our 2025-2026 school year with a full day of learning!
Helpful Resources for Families
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Scholarship Prep have a Dress Code?
- What should my child bring to the first day of school? Are there supply lists available?
- Can I walk my child to class on the first day of school?
- Is the first day of school a half day?
- Does Scholarship Prep provide meals for students?
- Does Scholarship Prep provide before and after-school care?
- Can I still enroll my child for the 2025-2026 Academic Year?
Does Scholarship Prep have a Dress Code?
What should my child bring to the first day of school? Are there supply lists available?
Can I walk my child to class on the first day of school?
Is the first day of school a half day?
Does Scholarship Prep provide meals for students?
Does Scholarship Prep provide before and after-school care?
Can I still enroll my child for the 2025-2026 Academic Year?
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This spring, the WNBA's Los Angeles Sparks and Scholarship Prep launched a first-of-its-kind community partnership, bringing two brand-new programs to Scholarship Prep's South Bay and Orange County campuses.
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Every morning, before the first lesson begins, something important happens in Scholarship Prep classrooms across Southern California. Teachers greet Scholars by name at the door. Students settle in. And Morning Meeting begins.
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Every week, our Stingray Scholars dedicate Friday to STEM work, not only reading about science, but actually doing it.
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Hundreds of families got a firsthand look at what Friday STEM labs are all about. Scholars led demonstrations, explained their thinking, and walked parents through real problem-solving.
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Events like these are part of what makes Scholarship Prep more than a school. It's a place where Scholars and families truly belong.
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Protecting students and supporting families drives our mission and vision every day, and we are whole-heartedly committed to “leading with love” for all our communities in which we serve. With recent changes in immigration policy having made national headlines, learn how Scholarship Prep keeps the safety and security of all our students as our number one priority.
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At Scholarship Prep Orange County, celebration is intentional. Recognizing student success helps build confidence, reinforce strong learning habits, and encourage Scholars to continue striving toward their goals in and out of the classroom.
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This first semester was full of moments that brought our Orange County Stingray familia together. Learning in classrooms, fun at campus events, and community celebrations that reminded us how special this place is.
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Scholarship Prep Orange County closed out the first semester with a standing room only Performing Arts Winter Showcase on the 17th Street Santa Ana campus. The evening celebrated Scholars’ first semester exploring dance, cheer, and music through electives and after-school programs.