"I came to Oceanside as a quiet, shy student beginning my junior year. The class sizes were significantly smaller than any I’d ever had, and I was encouraged to participate in a sport that I’d been wanting to do but never had the encouragement to do. The half-day schedule allowed me to participate in sports, school, and also have a part time job. It taught me time-management early on which many students don’t develop until at least their second semester of college. The coaches, teachers, and staff genuinely cared and still care about me. Walking through the doors of Oceanside will always feel like home, and I know it’s a place where I can find authentic and honest people. I met some of my best friends through the small class sizes and the teams I played on. The faculty want to know you beyond the surface level. The small setting allows for the faculty to know your name, and you’ll feel more like a person rather than just a number. Little did I know that shy, quiet girl would gain so much confidence, outspokenness, and courage because of Oceanside. I can’t imagine graduating from any other school because Oceanside is just such a unique community."
 - Alumna