OIAIS HS Weekly Newsletter

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IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES:

3/13/2025 - Kona Ice During Lunches

3/13/2025 - High School Assembly 2:30 - 3:45pm

3/14-3/23/2025 - SPRING BREAK - Offices Closed

3/24/2025 - Coffee Chat 8am & 7pm

3/27/2025 - Movie Night 4:30 - 8:30, HS Cafenasium

3/28/2025 - CPR Hands on Training w/Ken Olson 8am-12pm

3/31/2025 - ACT Benchmark Testing - English and Math

4/1/2025 - ACT Benchmark Testing - Science and Reading

4/4/2025 - HS Service Project

4/5/2025 - Produce on Wheels, HS Parking Lot

4/5/2025 - PROM

4/8/2025 - AZSci (11th), ACT Aspire (9th), No School 10th/12th

4/11/2025 - CPR Hands on Training w/Ken Olson 8am-12pm

4/15/2025 - ACT (11th), ACT Aspire (9th), No School 10th/12th

4/17/2025 - University of Arizona (Mr.Yanke)

4/18/2025 - CPR Hands on Training w/Ken Olson 8am-12pm

4/21- 4/23 - ASU Concurrent Enrollment Registration for 11-12th grade

4/24/2025 - Kona Ice on Campus during Lunch

4/24/2025 - Spring Musical - SHREK THE MUSICAL - 7pm performance, JH Gym

4/25/2025 - Spring Musical - SHREK THE MUSICAL - 7pm performance, JH Gym

4/26/2025 - Spring Musical - SHREK THE MUSICAL - 1pm and 7pm performances, JH Gym

4/25/2025 - CPR Hands on Training w/Ken Olson 8am-12pm

4/29/2025 - ITS Induction Ceremony - 6pm

4/30/2025 - Company Cabaret - 6pm, HS Cafenasium

5/2/2025 - International Night - 6-7:30pm - HS Cafenasium

5/3/2025 - Produce on Wheels, High School Parking Lot

5/8/2025 - Dance Recital - JH Gym 5:30-7:30pm

5/9/2025 - Dance Recital - JH Gym 6:00 - 8:00pm

5/9/2025 - Senior Graduation Practice - Renaissance Hotel - Glendale 12:00 - 1:00pm

5/12-5/15 - Senior Final Exams

5/14/2025 - Senior/8th Grade Color Hand-Off Assembly

5/15/2025 - End Year High School Assembly - 2:45 - 4:00pm - HS Gym

5/15/2025 - Kona Ice on Campus During Lunches

5/16-5/17 - Senior Graduation Trip - 6 Flags - Depart at 5:30 am

5/19-5/22 - FINALS FOR 9-11th Grade -

5/20/2025 - Senior Salute - 6:30 - 8:30pm - High School Cafenasium

5/21/2025 - Senior Clap Out - 8:00am - 12:00pm (Seniors arrive by 7:30, bus leaves promptly at 8:00am)

5/22/ 2025 - Last Day of School - Half Day - 7:40am-11:08am.

5/23/2025 - Graduation - Renaissance Hotel - Glendale - 6:00pm (scholars arrive by 5:00pm)

The LOST AND FOUND closet is FULL!!! Please have your scholar visit the HS Cafenasium to claim any of their lost items. Items will be donated at the end of next week.

The most anticipated event of the year is finally here — PROM 2025!

This year, we're taking you "Under the City Lights" for a night of unforgettable memories. Get ready for an amazing time with a fantastic DJ, a 360 photo booth, and a build your own sundae bar!

Here’s everything you need to know:

When: Saturday, April 5th 7-11PM

Where: On Jackson 245 E Jackson St. Phoenix, AZ

Tickets:
$85 per person — available NOW until March 28th. $105 per person March 29th-April 5th
Purchase your tickets at: odyprep.com/oi

Guest Passes:
Want to bring an underclassman or someone who does not attend Odyssey? Guest passes/permission slip are available at the front office. All passes must be approved by administration. They are due no later than March 27th. Be sure to submit yours on time!

What’s waiting for you:

• A live DJ spinning all your favorite tunes.
• A 360 Photo Booth to capture all the fun moments.
• A Build Your Own Sundae Bar to satisfy your sweet tooth.

It’s going to be a night to remember — grab your tickets now!

February Learner Profile Awards! Congratulations!

Preschool Enrollment is OPEN!

https://iliadpreschool.com/

Scholars and Families,

In compliance with Arizona Revised Statutes § 15-718.01, all high schoolers must successfully complete a certified cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training program that is valid upon graduation. This essential requirement aims to prepare students for emergency situations and equip them with the ability to potentially save lives.

Scholars who have completed their training externally may access the form for submission HERE.

Junior and senior scholars may obtain certification through OI by following the steps below:

1. Scholars will take an online test in their science class in which they must earn a score of at least 80%. This test is a prerequisite for the hands-on skill evaluation and must be completed by January 31st.

1. Scholars must sign up to complete an in person hands-on skill evaluation. Scholars must pre register for these events and can do so HERE. Successful completion of the hands-on skill evaluation will reward scholars with their CPR certification.

Questions about this process may be directed to lorynautrey@topamail.com.

At Odyssey, we considered ourselves a Family of Schools. What does this mean? This means that from Kindergarten all the way through graduation, our scholars have a continuity of learning and thought. The International Baccalaureate Program provides 2 elements of that continuity: The IB Learner Profile and the Approaches to Learning Skills.

The Learner Profile is a list of traits that we want our scholars to aspire to. For example, the trait of being principled is essential. At the elementary age, we help scholars understand and emulate this trait by discussing “doing the right thing even when no one is looking.” By Junior High we discuss being principled in the context of making good choices and treating others with respect. At the high school level we discuss more complex ideas in relation to being principled such as speaking up and standing up when you see injustice. Through all the grades we use the word principled and over time our scholars not only learn to understand what that means but they also learn how to exemplify the word.

Our Approaches to Learning Skills are another element of continuity. The ATLS help scholars develop effective learning strategies, including thinking, communication, social, research, and self-management skills These are skills that, if mastered, will help scholars have a successful life both inside and outside of school. Here is an example of how scholars develop their self-management skills over time. At the elementary campus you will see scholars learn organizational skills inside their classroom by using bins and folders to organize their work.

As scholars transition to Junior High we have growing expectations for scholars managing their time and building their organizational skills. Scholars will practice this skill by choosing a method for organizing their school work and meeting deadlines-they explore the use of physical and electronic calendars, remind apps on their phones and good old fashioned sticky notes. Ultimately, they decide what works best for them with some guidance and opportunities for reflection. By the time scholars enter high school, they are expected not only to have a tool to organize their assigned work, they are also expected to create plans for long term projects. They are asked to break down large tasks and come up with a plan to meet a deadline successfully both as individuals and in groups.

This continuum of learning with the IB Profile and ATLS puts our scholars at an advantage in this increasingly complicated world. With these two pieces scholars can identify who they want to be and how they can be successful.

Informational Meeting - RECORDING

Visit the following LINK to obtain more information on our 2025-2026 Odyssey Global Academy online school option. Please reach out to OdyGlobal@topamail.com if you have suggestions or questions. We are excited to add this new program to our rigorous OI school options!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

If you are interested in learning more please complete the following SURVEY.

Hi Odyssey High School parents! We are already halfway through the year! Time is flying by! This is just a quick reminder that some fees are still outstanding. Please take a look at your ParentVUE and see if you owe anything. There are a few different ways to pay:

Online: If you pay online, use a web browser, NOT the app. You will be directed to a secure, 3rd-party website where you can add the selected fees to your cart, and check out. You do not need to create an account with the website even if it prompts you to do so.

In Office: We are open from 7-4:30 Monday-Thursday. We accept cash, debit and credit cards as well as checks and tap/Apple Pay.

Phone: Regular office hours. We accept cards over the phone.

Tax Credits: The Arizona State Tax Credit can be utilized for extracurriculars like sports, trips, theater and clubs. Tax Credits can NOT be used for regular school fees. The Tax Credit is now available online as well just use this link: https://pysly.co/oG9tu

Thank you parents! We appreciate you!

Note: Any scholar who will miss a final exam must make arrangements with the teacher prior to finals week to complete the final exam. If a scholar misses a final exam and does not make prior arrangements, they will receive a zero for the exam and it will affect their overall score in the class.

Semester 2 - 9th Through 11th FINAL EXAMS - May 19th - May 22nd

Day 1 - Finals - May 19th

1st Period - 7:40 - 9:50

2nd Period - 9:55 - 12:05

LUNCH - Everyone 12:05 - 12:35

3rd Period - 12:40 - 2:50

Early Dismissal (buses run normal time, we hold kids who ride the bus if not picked up early)

Day 2 - Finals - May 20th

4th Period/5th Period - 7:40 - 9:50

6th Period - 9:55 - 12:05

Early Dismissal (buses run at 12:05pm)

Day 3 - Finals - May 21st

7th Period - 7:40 - 9:50

8th Period - 9:55 - 12:05

Early Dismissal (buses run at 12:05pm)

Day 4 - ½ day Schedule - May 22nd - Last Day of School

1st period - 7:40 - 8:08 (reflections, self analysis, class survey)

2nd period - 8:10 - 8:38 (reflections, self analysis, class survey)

3rd period - 8:40 - 9:08 (reflections, self analysis, class survey)

4th/5th period - 9:10 - 9:38 (reflections, self analysis, class survey)

6th period - 9:40 - 10:08 (reflections, self analysis, class survey)

7th period - 10:10 - 10:38 (reflections, self analysis, class survey)

8th period - 10:40 - 11:08 (reflections, self analysis, class survey)

Early Dismissal (buses run at 11:08am)

Dear K-12 Parents,

We kindly ask for your support in filling out the following Google Form regarding income eligibility if it applies to your household. (Link: Income/Hardship Eligibility Form) This is the least intrusive method permitted by the state of Arizona for collecting this important data.

Completing this form will enable us to qualify for the E-rate program, which provides discounts to schools for costly telecommunications and internet access, therefore optimizing funds available for the classroom. This support is crucial for enhancing our technological resources and ensuring all scholars have access to the digital tools they need for success.

The collection of this data will also allow our high school scholars to qualify for free or reduced testing fees such as ACT and IB tests, which can be very costly.

Moreover, the information collected will help us make informed decisions about our community’s needs and apply for various grants we are currently not eligible for because we have not collected this data previously. Your participation is vital in allowing us to secure resources that benefit our entire school community.

Thank you for your cooperation!

Best regards,
Odyssey Administration

Registration for the 2025 - 2026 school year is now open!

ENROLL TODAY!

Use the following link to DONATE NOW!

WANT TO BE PROACTIVE WITH ATTENDANCE?! Or just get help making up work on a Friday?

Friday Attendance Session RSVP

If you are out of compliance with missing 10% or more of the school days for 1st semester, please complete the following APPEAL form to submit documentation to be considered for reinstating of credit. Please reach out if you have any questions.

Attendance Credit Appeal Form

Come Join the Adventure

Odyssey 2026 Science Trip to Belize~

Departing From: Phoenix

March 14, 2026 - March 21, 2026

TourCenter ID: Sabo-9084

For more information visit the following LINK and use TourCenter ID: Sabo-9084

Day 1 Hello Belize City- Meet your tour director and check into hotel

Day 2 Belize City landmarks - Lamanai Maya ruins full-day excursion

Boat ride along the New River Lagoon, Lamanai ruins guided visit

Day 3 Belize--San Ignacio - Travel to San Ignacio

Maya ruins, canopy zipline & cave tubing excursion

Day 4 Cayo District landmarks - Xunantunich Ruins guided visit

Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve excursion

Day 5 San Ignacio--Ambergris Caye

Belize zoo visit and Travel by water taxi to Ambergris Caye

Day 6 Ambergris Caye

Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Alley snorkeling tour and Secret Beach visit

Optional Mexico Rocks snorkeling tour $95

Day 7 Ambergris Caye - Free time

Day 8 End tour - Travel by water taxi to Belize City

TOUR INCLUDES:

• Round-trip airfare
• 6 overnight stays (7 with extension) in hotels with private bathrooms
• Breakfast & dinner daily
• Lunch daily
• Full-time services of a professional tour director
• Visits to select attractions as per itinerary
• Tour Diary™
• Local Guide and Local Bus Driver tips; see note regarding other important tips
• Note: On arrival day only dinner is provided; on departure day, only breakfast is provided
• Note: Tour cost does not include airline-imposed baggage fees, or fees for any required passport or visa. Optional excursions, optional pre-paid Tour Director and multi-day bus driver tipping, among other individual and group customizations will be listed as separate line items in the total trip cost, if included.

If you missed our previous coffee chat, you can find the recording HERE!

Coffee chat is via zoom every other Monday at 8:00am and at 7:00pm via the following link! ZOOM LINK

COFFEE CHAT DATES

8/19 - 2024-2025 School Year Goals

9/9 - OI Mission Highlights

9/23 - Discussion of Survey Results (#1) & IB Visit Feedback

10/21 - Upcoming District Carnival Event, Parent opportunities for Involvement

11/4 - Love and Logic w/Megan Olson

11/18 - Core Values & Vision

12/2 - Break Blues (preparing for winter break)

1/13 - Global Academy Information

1/27 - Discussion of Survey Results (#2)

2/10 - Coffee Chat February 10th.mp4

2/24 - February 24th Coffee Chat.mp4

3/10 - Teens and Mental Health / Counselors

3/24 - Teacher Talk

4/7 - Glows and Grows from Semester 2

4/21 - Athletic Glows w/ Marylu Lopez & Chris McNelley

5/5 - Goals for 2025-2026 School Year

Hello OI Families,

Yearbooks can be purchased with the link below for $85 each!

Yearbook Store Link

Thanks,

OI Yearbook Staff

If your family is in need of assistance with paying school fees, please complete the following form and submit to Jessica Sabo - jsabo@topamail.com and/or Becky Quigley - bquigley@topamail.com, to be considered for financial assistance.

Financial Assistance Application

• Math Tutoring (M-Th in Lecture Hall A)

• Spanish Tutoring (M - Quintero, T - Padilla, W - Bishop)

• Chemistry Tutoring (M - Dal Rm A116)

• Biology Tutoring (T - Priji Rm A113, Th - Palanisamy Rm A114)

• ISP/Physics/ESS/Biology Tutoring (W - Autrey - Rm G125)

• Writing Lab (L&L Tutoring) (W - Miller - Rm A120)

Use the following link to visit our high school events calendar for all upcoming sports and important school dates!

OIAIS OFFICIAL SCHOOL EVENTS CALENDAR

Becky Quigley, Co-Principal

Jessica Sabo, Co-Principal