About Orangeburg Prep
 

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Description Orangeburg Preparatory Schools, Inc. is an independent, college-preparatory, coeducational day school enrolling students in preschool through twelfth grade. Orangeburg Preparatory Schools, Inc. admits students of any race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, financial aid programs and athletic and other school-administered programs. Orangeburg Preparatory Schools, Inc. is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and the South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA). Orangeburg Prep became operational in August 1986 as a result of the merger of two successful schools, Wade Hampton Academy and Willington Academy. Wade Hampton Academy began operations in 1964 with its first graduating class in 1965. WHA was named in honor of the famed South Carolinian, General Wade Hampton. Willington Academy opened September of 1970. This school was named for an institution of learning established in Willington, South Carolina. The merger of these schools created a school that is designed to challenge each student to strive toward his/her greatest development. While the curriculum is designed to prepare the students for academic success at the college level, the school also encourages the development of those qualities which make the sterling character, high scholastic excellence, and responsible citizenship. As we celebrate over twenty years of the successful merger of the parent schools, we must continue to encourage our students to become the responsible leaders of the future.

Orangeburg Preparatory Schools, "A School of Tradition with a Vision for the Future."

Mission Orangeburg Preparatory Schools, Inc., seeks to provide a quality education which prepares students to meet the academic demands of college and to lead productive and fulfilling lives in a complex world.

School Beliefs

1. Student learning is the chief priority for our school and the primary focus of decisions impacting our school.
2. Students need to demonstrate their understanding of essential knowledge and skills and apply their learning in meaningful contexts.
3. Curriculum and instruction should provide a variety of learning experiences through diversity in course offerings, in teaching methods, and in evaluation techniques.
4. Students learn best when they are actively engaged in the learning process.
5. Challenging expectations increase individual student performance.
6. A safe and physically comfortable environment promotes student learning.
7. Students’ social maturation is enhanced by stressing the importance of responsibility and respect, and emotional growth is fostered by encouraging self-discipline and self-respect.
8. Students should participate in programs which promote physical fitness, healthy living, and good sportsmanship.
9. Students’ self-esteem is enhanced by positive relationships and mutual respect among teachers, administrators, staff, students, and parents.
10. Students’ social, emotional, and moral education is reinforced through a variety of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, special assemblies, and daily devotions.
11. Teachers, administrators, staff, students, and parents share the responsibility for advancing our school’s mission.

2012-2013 Tuition Rates

Other fees include:

• $150 registration/re-enrollment fee
• $150 new student application fee
• $100 building fee with enrollment contract (There is a building fee cap of $500 per child)

2011-2012 Tuition Rates

Other fees include:

• $150 registration/re-enrollment fee
• $150 new student application fee
• $100 building fee with enrollment contract (There is a building fee cap of $500 per child)

Scholarships Awarded:

Austin Way Scholarships: Awarded to one student in Lower School, Middle School, and Upper School, based on academics and financial need (no application available)

Wannamaker and Wallace, Dede Bullard, Tommy Wannamaker, and Robert Boyd Wannamaker Scholarships: Academic scholarships for grades 9-12 awarded by faculty selection (no application available)

Financial aid: based on application and financial need through funds set by Board of Directors.

For more information about OPS, check out the different sections on this website, like Academics, Athletics, Admissions, and Child Care.