Learning Center Announcements
Our Learning Center is open weekly Tuesday- Thursday, and we are awaiting your visit. Please reach out to our Family Support Coordinator (Jaqueline Esparza, 805.500.3162) for questions or assistance.
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Olive Grove Charter School - Buellton
240 E Hwy 246, #100
In-Person LABS-
Physical Science 9:00 -11:30 Mr.Cain
Biology 11:30-2:00 Ms Lippincott
Chemistry 1:30-3:30 Mr.Cain
ELD-
Mondays Virtual
Level 1-2 10:00-11:00
Level 3-4 1:00-2:00
Wednesday In Person
11:00-12:15
Tutoring
Virtual tutoring appointments are available for all subjects. Tutoring Links
Student Orientation
Student Orientation and Materials Pick-Up:
Please contact our Family Support Coordinator Jackie Esparza at 805-500-3162
to schedule.
The following FAFSA workshops are intended for seniors who are graduating early in December or at the end of this school year.
These are drop-in hours, meaning students may attend at any point during the designated time frame. To begin the FAFSA application, students must come prepared with the following items:
Parent’s 2025 federal income tax return (Form 1040)
Parent’s current checking and savings account balances
Social Security numbers for both parent(s) and student
Please be sure to sign up here if you plan to attend! https://forms.gle/BDRQ4M1htBsa3MBz8 Parents/guardians are encouraged to attend as well, but their attendance is not required.
***Please consider attending the virtual financial aid informational session before attending the in-person workshop. It’s a great opportunity to learn more about the financial aid process and come prepared with any questions! Sign up HERE! https://forms.gle/k7HR7ygEKCiNLKBJ6
All 12th grade students, book your senior review meeting with Mrs. Hebert! These meetings will be virtual. We will review how many credits you have completed, what your expected graduation date is, next semester's class schedule, and chat about plans for after graduation. Please come prepared with any questions you may have! Parents/guardians encouraged to attend! https://calendar.app.google/XbnnNrfjhEsZsnYe7
¡Todos los estudiantes de 12.º grado! ¡Programen su reunión de revisión de último año con la Sra. Hebert!
Estas reuniones serán virtuales. Revisaremos cuántos créditos han completado, cuál es su fecha prevista de graduación y el horario de clases para el próximo semestre. También hablaremos sobre sus planes después de graduarse.
¡Vengan preparados con cualquier pregunta que tengan!
¡Se anima a los padres, madres y tutores a participar en la reunión!
Are you interested in learning more about the academic programs and campus of Cal Poly University in San Luis Obispo (SLO)? Join us November 17th at 11am for a SLO Cal Poly campus tour!
At least 15 students must sign up and be committed to attend. Use this form to RSVP. Deadline to RSVP is: Nov. 3rd, 2026.
** Please be advised that families must provide transportation to and from the event.**
TOPIA will now be held every Wednesday from 3:00–4:00 PM, beginning August 26th, with additional dates on September 2nd and September 9th.
Each age range has its own world to explore!
Elementary (TK-5th): https://schoolspace.io/olive-grove-elementary
Middle School (6th-8th): https://schoolspace.io/olive-grove-middle
High School (9th-12th): https://schoolspace.io/olive-grove-hs
Please reach out to your advisor to get the passwords you need to access TOPIA.
Olive Grove Charter Buellton Learning Center
240 E Hwy 246, Suite 100
Buellton Ca,93427
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OGCS School Counselors
Liana Nuno Grades TK-10
lnuno@olivegrovecharter.org (805) 619-8596
Nicole Hebert Grades 11 & 12
nhebert@olivegrovecharter.org (805) 293-7043
OGCS Senior Timeline Checklist
SENIORS keep this timeline handy and check deadlines early
August
Aug 1: Common App for private schools open
September
Need a letter of recommendation? Contact your counselor or advisor
Register for SAT/ACT if required for admission
October
Oct 1: Cal State App open ($70 fee for each school)
Oct 1: UC App open ($80 fee for each school)
Oct 1: FAFSA/CA Dream Act App open
Oct 15: SB County Scholarship App open
November
Attend an in-person FAFSA workshop at your LC to get hands-on assistance with the FAFSA/CA Dream Act App. Completion is required for admission to AHC/SBCC.
Meet with your counselor for your senior review meeting (link to sign up will be provided)
Nov 30: Deadline to submit UC and CSU applications
December
Dec 17: Last day of school for mid year graduates
January
Jan 31: SB County Scholarship App closes
February
Deadline to submit yearbook photos TBD
March/April/May
Course registration begins for AHC and SBCC. Make sure you follow all the required steps to enrollment to ensure you’re eligible to register for classes.