Ocean Lakes HighStudent Guide

Academic dates, campus language, housing, and student-life references for Ocean Lakes High. Core organization is free for students.

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Student guide · Quarter 2

The semester, explained for Ocean Lakes High

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Quarter 2
Campus terms
11
Local details
8

Academic calendar

Quarter 2 runs Nov 4, 2026 – Jan 22, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

4 entries
  1. Quarter 1
  2. Quarter 2Relevant now
  3. Quarter 3
  4. Quarter 4

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Campus language

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11 terms

D

DECA
A student organization focused on marketing, finance, and hospitality.
Dolphin Cafe
The official name of the food service area located within the school building.
Dolphins
The school mascot and the collective name for the student body.

H

HOSA
Future Health Professionals (formerly Health Occupations Students of America), a student organization for those interested in healthcare careers.

M

MSA
Mathematics and Science Academy, a specialized program hosted at the school for advanced students.

N

NJROTC
Navy Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps, a leadership and citizenship program.

O

Ocean Lakes Mojo
A term used by students and staff to describe school spirit and the collective energy of the campus.

S

SCA
Student Council Association, the primary student government organization.

T

The Commons
The main cafeteria and central social gathering space for students during lunch blocks.
The Current
The name of the school's award-winning student newspaper and literary magazine.
The Ocean
A common shorthand name used by students and the community for Ocean Lakes High School.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

8 details
Canvas
The learning management system where students access course materials and submit assignments.
Flex
A specific time block during the school day used for academic support, club meetings, or remediation.
Lunch A/B/C
The three staggered lunch periods determined by a student's third block class assignment.
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Ocean Lakes Cafeteria
StudentVue
The mobile app and portal used by students to monitor grades, attendance, and graduation requirements.
The Media Center
The official name for the school library, often used for research and digital learning.
The MSA Wing
The specific corridor or section of the school building primarily housing Math and Science Academy classrooms.
The Schola
A dedicated presentation room or lecture hall used for meetings and guest speakers.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Quarter 2 runs Nov 4, 2026 – Jan 22, 2027.
How much campus context is included?
11 approved campus terms and 8 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
  • Entrepreneurship, hackathon teams, makerspaces, and engineering project teams.
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Life in Virginia Beach for Ocean Lakes High Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Virginia Beach.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Cost of Living Index

105

City Transportation

Walkability

33

Bikeability

52

Public Transit

Hampton Roads Transit buses, Hampton Roads Transit light rail connection

Nearest Airports

Norfolk International Airport, Virginia Beach Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

61°F

Avg Snowfall

5.8 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Student Parking Lot

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Seniors are permitted to paint their designated spots for a fee of $25.

Visitor Lot

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Located near the main entrance for guests and parents.

Campus News

Latest updates from Ocean Lakes High

SCA reshapes structure, opens opportunities for students

The Student Council Association has introduced a new organizational structure to increase student involvement and leadership roles within the school community.

Oct 6, 2026

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Golf chips into first region championship

The Ocean Lakes golf team secured its first region championship following a competitive performance led by junior Zach Chincuanco and senior James Ward.

Oct 2, 2026

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Newest school resource officer reports for duty

Officer Mark Spruill has officially joined the Ocean Lakes staff as the newest School Resource Officer (SRO), focusing on maintaining a safe campus environment.

Oct 1, 2026

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VBCPS announces 100% of schools are accredited

Virginia Beach City Public Schools announced that all 81 division schools, including Ocean Lakes, earned full accreditation for the 2026-2027 school year based on performance data.

Oct 1, 2026

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VBCPS Reaffirms Commitment to Student Safety Through Resolution Agreement with the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights to strengthen misconduct resolution.

VBCPS Reaffirms Commitment to Student Safety Through Resolution Agreement with the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights to strengthen misconduct resolution.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Ocean Lakes High

Arts-Based Competition Meeting

October 13, 2026

Room 128

Informational meeting for students interested in participating in upcoming arts-based competitions.

SWENEXT Guest Speaker

October 13, 2026

Schola

Guest speaker event hosted by the Society of Women Engineers student chapter during the lunch period.

Boys JV Football vs. Princess Anne High School

October 15, 2026

Ocean Lakes High School (885 Schumann Dr)

Junior Varsity football game against Princess Anne High School.

Boys Varsity Volleyball vs. Landstown High School

October 15, 2026

Ocean Lakes High School (885 Schumann Dr)

Varsity volleyball match against Landstown High School.

VBCPS Academy and Advanced Academic Programs Night

October 21, 2026

Virginia Beach Convention Center

Information session for families regarding specialty academy programs and advanced academic tracks across the district.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

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