Odyssey Elementary School

Here you are again- quoting the Falcon Flier. What exactly is your point? Why don't you spend your time volunteering at one of these schools- roll up your sleeves and help out. My children attended Odyssey for three years, and we had an excellent experience. I would recommend this school to anyone.
—Submitted by a parent

Verbatim from the D49 official Falcon Flyer received 8/30/2011: "Overcrowding has been a hot topic in District 49. Falcon continues to be one of the fastest growing districts in the state. We currently serve about 14,000 students. This is perhaps the first year that our overall student population has not increased, but that does not change the fact that overcrowding continues to plague our district. Eight schools in District 49 are currently over-capacity. They include Woodmen Hills Elementary, Falcon Middle School,Falcon High School, Evans International Elementary, Springs Ranch Elementary, Odyssey Elementary, Ridgeview Elementary, and Skyview Middle School. Of the remaining schools, not a single one of them is less than 75% full...Teachers struggle when thirty or more students outnumber them..."

My kids love going to Odyssey. It is a safe environment with caring and knowledgeable teachers. One of my children has an autistic spectrum disorder. The teachers have amazed me in their dedication and creative teaching approaches for him.
—Submitted by a parent

Odyssey has and will always be the best school. They make sure the kids strive for excellence and being sucessful. My oldest was in OES for 5th grade and now my youngest is in 2nd grade there. The awesome teachers and staff make you feel at hoe and a part of the OES family. Mrs. Weyer is a hard working and caring Principal. I am looking forward to many more wonderful years here and will be saddend when my oldet head to middle school. Thank you OES for the wonderful education you give my children.
—Submitted by a parent

From day 1, this school was less than impressive. The orientation was total chaos. It took twenty minutes to find someone to direct me to my son's class. There is a heavy emphasis on math. So much so that other subjects seem to be neglected. There seems to be no extra attention given if your child struggles with a concept. I know that classes are at capacity and that learning must be reinforced at home but I didn't think I would have to be teaching complete subjects. Being military, I've had a chance to see lots of different schools. This district and this school is average at best. I get the distinct impression they are just checking the block. I'll be taking my child to tutoring to relearn concepts not adequately taught in the classroom.
—Submitted by a parent

I absolutely love Odyssey Elementary! I have two daughters that have attended this school since the doors opened! They are now in 2nd and 3rd grade and even though we moved out of the zoning limits, Ms.Weyer was wonderful about letting my daughters remain students there! I'm very happy with their academic progress and they will be their throughout the duration of their elementary education! Tai Burson
—Submitted by a parent

Odyssey has a strong focus on math and science and it shows in what my kids learn and what they talk about when they come home after school. Both are more strongly interested in experimentation than they were before attending Odyssey. I have also been impressed with Odyssey's after school enrichment. My kids have sampled archery, drama, sign language and jewelry making, and those are only a small sampling of what's typically offered. Odyssey has a strong leader in principal Pam Weyer, a tight-knit group of teachers, exhibits consistent consideration of parents, and has exceeded my expectations each year. Thanks Odyssey!
—Submitted by a parent

Very great school. Lots of involvement from the teachers. They really do care about the kids!! Way to go Odyssey!
—Submitted by a parent

Excellent school with great programs.
—Submitted by Rena DeGrave, a parent

Incredible teachers and administration. You would never know that this was the first year that this fantastic school has been open! My son and I felt very welcome right from the start. My son loves the after school activites that range from homework club to cooking. The PTA involvement has been incredible, raising a lot of money for library books. There is top notch technology available to each student! fantastic
—Submitted by a parent

The principle is very hands on, and the teachers are top notch. I was very impressed with the amount of work they do. I moved to this area for the schools and I am very proud that I did.
—Submitted by a parent