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| Osceola Science Charter School | |
|---|---|
 OSCS, Aug 2023 (temp pic) | |
| Address | |
2849 John Young Pkwy Kissimmee , Florida 34741 United States | |
| Information | |
| Type | Public charter school |
| Motto | "In a world of fish, be a SHARK!" |
| Established | in the 2016–2017 academic year |
| School board | Osceola County School District |
| Grades | K–9 (expanding to K–12) |
| Website | osceolascience.org |
Osceola Science Charter School (OSCS) is a tuition-free, public charter school located in Kissimmee, Florida. The school focuses on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education and serves students from kindergarten through 9th grade. It operates under the authority of the Osceola County School District and accepts students through a lottery-based admission process.
History
[edit]Osceola Science Charter School was founded to offer a rigorous STEM-focused education in a supportive and inclusive environment. Since its establishment, the school has emphasized academic excellence, innovation, and critical thinking.
Beginning with the 2024–2025 academic year, OSCS initiated the expansion of its high school program. The school began by opening a 9th-grade program in 2024, officially making it a K–9 institution. OSCS plans to add one additional high school grade level each subsequent year:
10th grade in 2025–2026
11th grade in 2026–2027
12th grade in 2027–2028 This expansion will result in OSCS becoming a full K–12 charter school by the 2027–2028 academic year.
Academics
[edit]OSCS provides a curriculum centered on science and math, enriched by technology and hands-on learning experiences.
Extracurricular Activities
[edit]Students participate in various clubs and activities such as:
Facilities
[edit]The school campus includes modern classrooms, science labs, and collaborative learning spaces designed to support STEM instruction.
Recognition
[edit]According to Niche.com, OSCS has been recognized for strong academic performance and high rankings in academics, diversity, and teaching quality.