Ohio College Preparatory School offers a small, family-like atmosphere where students are known by name and celebrated for who they are. With strong morale and a culture of care, students feel supported, seen, and proud to be Vikings.
Specialized Learning Environments
Students have access to a variety of spaces that support creativity, collaboration, and exploration:
- Art Room
- Library
- Multipurpose Room
- Outdoor Play Field
- Science Lab
Positive School Culture Program
A schoolwide behavior system helps students grow with accountability and joy.
- Positive behavior and academic progress are rewarded with Viking Time twice per month
- Students enjoy special privileges and themed activities like crafting and cookie decorating
Dress Code
Clear and consistent guidelines support student focus and school unity:
- Tops: Black, navy, or white polo or crewneck (no hoodies)
- Bottoms: Black, khaki, or navy pants, shorts
- Shoes/Accessories: Black, navy, or white socks with black or white closed toe/heel shoes
Girls can wear khaki, blue or black cardigan or jumpers, crewneck sweatshirt – white, black or navy blue
Field Trips & Learning Excursions
Reward-based and curriculum-aligned outings bring learning to life:
- Grades K–5: Ramseyer Farm
- Grades 4–8: Pro Football Hall of Fame, Pinecrest Movie Theatre
- Spring OST field trip for students who perform proficient or higher
Student Activities & School Traditions
Schoolwide events build pride and strengthen the connection between school and family:
- Back to School Bash
- Donuts with Grownups
- Easter Egg Hunt
- Family Game Night
- Fall Family Fest
- Field Day
- Graduation Ceremonies (Kindergarten & Grade 8)
- High School Info Night (Grade 8)
- Holiday Spirit WK
- Junior Prom with Sister Schools
- Polar Express
- Santa’s Workshop
- Spring Fling Family Dance
- Summer Carnival
- Thanksgiving Movie Night
- Trunk or Treat
- Turkey Giveaways/Raffles
- Valentine Spirit WK
- Valentine’s Party
- Winter Wonderland Dance
Clubs
Students explore interests and build leadership skills through after-school enrichment:
- Art Club
- Drama Club
- Technology Club
- Science Fair Club – Once a week afterschool for an hour
- Yearbook (Grades 4+)
Sports
Middle school students participate in competitive athletics while building teamwork and school spirit:
- Girls and Boys Basketball (Grades 5-8)
- Girls Cheer (Grades K-8)
- Track & Field (co-ed)
- Girls Volleyball (Grades 5-8)
- Free to participate
- Practices after school, games on wKends
- Compete in the Dillion Region Sports League
