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Parents' Association

The Odyssey School PA exists to support the school and its mission, its students, faculty and staff and to foster a sense of community through its activities.  Its activities are supported through annual dues and fundraisers which take place throughout the year.  The PA consists of its Board and the parents of all Odyssey School students. Meetings are held on a regular basis and are noted on the school calendar and the website.

Creating a warm, welcoming and inclusive community for all Odyssey families is the goal of the PA.  The organization welcomes and encourages parents to volunteer their time, expertise and creativity in all aspects of the PA.  Getting involved has many benefits including meeting new people, getting to know the faculty and staff and understanding and appreciating the unique educational environment offered to your child at the Odyssey School.

To find out more about any parent volunteer opportunities at The Odyssey School please contact Caitlin Duckwall at caitlin@dragonflymediagroup.com 

 

2010 – 2011 Odyssey School Parent Association

 

Parents' Association Meetings for the 2010-2011 year are:

 

September 15th - 8:15 am in Galley

November 11th - 8:15 am in Board Room

January 13th - 8:15 am in Board Room

March 10th - 8:15 am in Board Room

May 12th - 8:15 am in Board Room

 

Among the other highlights of the PA’s events
in the 2010-2011 academic calendar year are:

      • Back-to-School Picnic – September 27 - 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
      • Red Zone Day for Kids - October 21st  (Professional Day for teachers)
      • Holiday Bazaar – December 3rd
      • Bull Roast - February 4th
      • Mother’s Day Flower Sale – May - TBA
      • Field Day – Monday, June 6th  from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

The Odyssey School PA has a written set of By-Laws approved by the Board of Trustees and makes a regular report to the Board.  The PA is not a policy making body and therefore families should not expect the PA to act as an appeals board.

 

The purposes of the Parents’ Association shall be as follows:

  1. To promote and nurture a sense of community among the parents, children, families and friends of The Odyssey School;
  2. To serve as a source of information and support to other parents concerning the education of children with dyslexia and related language/learning difficulties;
  3. To represent the parent body to the Board of Trustees, Faculty and Administration of The Odyssey School;
  4. To support the school faculty and staff in its best efforts to meet the special needs of children at The Odyssey School;
  5. To work with the school administration to enhance the school environment;
  6. To raise funds in order to enrich the programs and environment of The Odyssey School; and
  7. To volunteer time in ways that will strengthen and extend the school program.