OIAIS HS Weekly Newsletter

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IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES:

1/23/2025 - Where's Waldo - $1.00 Shirt Day - Uniform Bottoms Apply

1/23/2025 - Blood Drive - HS Gym - 7:45am - 2:00pm - See Mrs. Mullen to Sign Up!

1/27/2025 - STUGO Crush for your Crush - Sales during lunch begin through 2/12/2025

1/27 & 1/28 - Company Auditions, Room A111 after school, lautrey@topamail.com

1/27 & 1/28 - Rising 9th Grade Registration in Leadership Classes

2/1/2025 - Senior Ads must be purchased. Designs Due by 2/15/2024

2/6/2025 - $1.00 Disney T-Shirt Day - Uniform Bottom's Apply

2/6/2025 - Application for DP course and full Diploma Program is due

2/6/2025 - Honors Applications are due

2/21-2/22/2025 - Minotaur Invitational Speech & Debate home tournament

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.

This Week’s IB Focus:

Community Engagement

What is Community Engagement in Relation to IB?

One of the goals of the International Baccalaureate Program is to encourage our scholars to build relationships with our community members. These relationships allow scholars to learn about the world outside of their classroom. It provides them the opportunity to see how their studies connect with real world experiences.

Where can I see Community Engagement in my scholar’s classroom?

This year our 6th grade scholars will watch the new film Twister and write a whole class report on the film together. Each lab group is responsible for a section of the paper. This report will then be sent to the meteorologists who worked on the film to grade. 1-8 like we do. This will be part of the scholars grade for this summative. Our scholars are currently preparing for this assessment by developing an understanding of meteorological tools. You can see in the images below that our scholars might one day be ready to be on the evening news as your local weather person.

Odyssey High School's Will Power Dance Troupe proudly presents Much Ado in '42, our 1940s dance and music rendition of William Shakespeare's most beloved comedy! We will once again be representing the United States and Odyssey at the Shakespeare Schools Festival, performing at the George Bernard Shaw Theater in the center of London this March, but you can see us before we go!

Much Ado is a tale of romance, deception, and an unexpected relationship filled with pranks and mischief. It has been an audience favorite since its debut performance by Lord Chamberlain's Men in 1598. Tickets are now available for our performances on March 6, 7, and 8 on the OI High School stage at https://our.show/willpower25 . Your ticket includes a specially made Union Jack cupcake and water during intermission to celebrate our upcoming London performance.

The scholars have all worked very hard, and they are super excited to see you there!

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.

Registration time is here and it is an opportunity for our current sophomores to explore the opportunity to participate in our IB Diploma Program Courses or even choose to pursue the Full IB Diploma course of study. Here are some key items to consider when determining if you will take a DP Course or pursue the full Diploma Program:

-All DP courses are college level courses that are rigorous and heighten the opportunity for success in college. To quote a former DP scholar “The extent to which the IB prepares you for University is insane. Not to mention, the critical thinking skills that are constantly reinforced throughout the DP program put you at such an incredible advantage.”

-All DP courses provide the opportunity to earn college credit. Please see equivalency chart here.

-The difference between a DP course and DP Full Diploma. Full DP scholars also take TOK, a course that helps scholars explore the question “How do I know what I know?” In addition, some colleges and universities offer additional scholarship opportunities for full DP Diploma recipients. Explore scholarships here. Full Diploma scholars also receive special recognition at graduation. They become part of a tight knit community that works together to achieve their goals.

The following events are taking place to help scholars and families decide if DP courses or the full Diploma is a program they want to pursue.

1/13-DP Coordinator visits HS Sophomores with current DP scholars to provide information

1/15-7th and 8th period sophomore scholars will get a chance to visit with current DP scholars and learn more about individual courses

1/15-6pm virtual meeting for parents and scholars to learn more about DP courses and the full Diploma Program

2/6-Application for DP course and full Diploma Program is due

Please reach out to khurley@topamail.com if you have any questions.

Rising 9th Jan. 27-28

2025-2026 Freshman Course Descriptions

Interest form for Honors

Rising 10th Jan. 21-22

2025-2026 Sophomore Course Descriptions

2025-2026 Honors English II Application (Sophomores)

2025-2026 - Honors Chemistry Application (Sophomores)

2025-2026 - Honors I&S Application (Sophomore)

Rising 11th. Jan 15-16

2025-2026 Junior Course Descriptions

2025 OIAIS DP Scholar Application

2025-2026 - Early Release or Late Start Parental Permission Form

Rising 12th. Jan 14-15

2025-2026 Senior Course Descriptions

2025 OIAIS DP Scholar Application (IB Psych only)

2025-2026 - Early Release or Late Start Parental Permission Form

2025-2026 FL Exemption Form

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Online / Hybrid Student Interest (During Registration)

If you missed our registration meetings last week, you can watch our video to gain more information.

11th-12th Grade Registration PP

9th-10th Grade Registration PP

11th:12th Registration Video.mp4

Registraion Video 9th:10th.mp4

Hello 8th - 11th grade scholars!

Are you interested in being a part of the Odyssey High School Company class next year? If so, auditions are scheduled for January 27th and 28th after school from 4:00 - 6:00 in room A-111. If you are interested and would like more information, please complete this survey and you'll be sent additional information and an opportunity to sign up for an audition time. (current members are not required to audition for the 2025 - 2026 school year)

COMPANY is a dynamic musical theater performance class that has a long history of being Odyssey's premiere vocal performance ensemble. COMPANY has performed on the Odyssey stage, around the community, and has made regular appearances at Disneyland to perform and participate in workshops taught by professional performers and recording artists. All members of the class must audition prior to acceptance.

The audition will consist of singing a 30 - 60 second excerpt of a song of your choice, and a simple dance combination.

Still wondering what COMPANY does? Below are a few video examples of recent and prior performances.

Someone in the Crowd
Winter Wonderland
Step In Time

If you're interested or want more information complete this survey ASAP!!

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 for the siblings of current Odyssey scholars.

ENROLL TODAY!

Use the following link to DONATE NOW!

This Week’s IB Focus:

Reflection

What is reflection in relation to IB?

It’s that time of year where we start reflecting on the past and make goals for the future. Reflection is a critical component of the IB program. Reflection helps scholars understand what they are good at and where they need to improve, judge how much they have learned, and make plans for getting better. It grows their ability to think about thinking and know themselves more, which helps them be in charge of their own learning process.

Where can I see reflection in my scholar’s classroom?

Although we are constantly reflecting, we dedicate time on the last day of school so that scholars will have an opportunity to consider their progress and make goals for the coming semester. Here are some examples of reflection documents that scholars are asked to complete.

Graphic Design

Mandarin

Chemistry

6th Grade I&S

Please encourage your scholars to take this time to consider their progress and make goals for the coming year.

Happy New Year!

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 - Glows and Grows

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

2/10 - IB Update w/Kari Hurley - Program Coordinator

2/24 - Preparing for State Testing

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 $75 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