Did you Know?

Odyssey Charter School has been rated a Superior School by the Delaware Department of Education.

Odyssey has been chosen as one of the Top Ten innovative schools in the country by Parents Magazine, October 2012.

Odyssey students have scored exceptionally well year after year in the areas of Reading and Math on the Delaware Comprehensive Assessment System (DCAS).

Odyssey was awarded the Delaware Charter School Network’s 2013 Award for Academic Excellence.

Odyssey Charter School provides a variety of programs to enrich student life. These programs include Band, Chorus, Math Olympiad, Lego League, Gifted and Talented, and Odyssey of the Mind.

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Mission: The mission of Odyssey Charter School is to prepare students for a lifelong enthusiasm for learning, develop a keen awareness of world citizenship and culture, and establish critical thinking and problem-solving proficiency through the added learning of the Modern Greek language and Mathematics focus.

Core Philosophy: The core philosophy of Odyssey Charter School is that students from all walks of life will establish a lifelong enthusiasm for learning, will become critical thinkers and problem solvers, and will develop a keen awareness of world citizenship when challenged with a structured bilingual and rigorous core curriculum occurring in a nurturing environment.

Focus of Curriculum: Odyssey Charter Students will understand and appreciate the ideals of Hellenism, including the continual pursuit of higher education, the adoption of democratic methods, environmental sustainability, and the respect of other’s personal beliefs through exposure to the classic Greek language and culture, in a context of mathematics, science, and philosophy.

Greek Program

Click the links below to learn more.

• The Dual Language Immersion Program
• The Greek Program at Odyssey Charter School

English Language Arts

Odyssey Charter School’s elementary English Language Arts program is grounded in the Science of Reading and designed to build strong foundational literacy skills for all students. Using the Amplify CKLA curriculum, students engage in explicit instruction in phonics, vocabulary, reading comprehension, grammar, and written expression through a combination of fiction and nonfiction texts. Lessons are structured to develop confident readers, thoughtful writers, and effective communicators while fostering curiosity and a lifelong appreciation for literacy.

Additional Links:

• Additional Information Provided by the Delaware Department of Education
• English Language Arts Standards

Mathematics

At the elementary level, students build mathematical understanding through a balanced approach that emphasizes problem-solving, conceptual understanding, and fluency with mathematical skills. Odyssey currently utilizes Engage NY as the core mathematics resource in grades K-5. Students are encouraged to explain their thinking, apply mathematical reasoning, and make real-world connections through collaborative learning experiences. During the 2026-2027 school year, Odyssey will pilot new mathematics programs, including Amplify Desmos Math, to continue strengthening instructional opportunities for students.

Additional Links:

• Additional Information Provided by the Delaware Department of Education
• Mathematics Standards

Science

Elementary science instruction at Odyssey Charter School follows the Delaware Recommended Curriculum and the Next Generation Science Standards. Through participation in the Delaware Department of Education’s Science Coalition for grades K-8, students have access to high-quality instructional resources, hands-on science kits, and inquiry-based learning experiences. Students explore topics in life science, physical science, earth and space science, and engineering while developing critical thinking, observation, and problem-solving skills.

Additional Links:

• Additional Information Provided by the Delaware Department of Education
• Science Standards

Social Studies

The elementary social studies program introduces students to the foundations of civics, geography, economics, and history through the Delaware Recommended Curriculum and supplemental resources such as Newsela and Scholastic. Students examine communities, cultures, historical events, and civic responsibility while building research, discussion, and analytical thinking skills. Instruction encourages students to become informed citizens who understand their role within both local and global communities.

Additional Links:

• Additional Information Provided by the Delaware Department of Education
• Social Studies Standards

Physical Education and Health

Odyssey Charter School provides physical education and health instruction for all students in grades K-5 in alignment with Delaware state requirements. The program promotes healthy lifestyles, physical fitness, teamwork, and personal wellness through developmentally appropriate activities and instruction. Health education topics include personal wellness, nutrition, safety, and age-appropriate family life and drug and alcohol education.

Additional Links:

• Additional Information Provided by the Delaware Department of Education (Health)
• Health Standards
• Additional Information Provided by the Delaware Department of Education (P.E.)
• Physical Education Standards

Visual and Performing Arts

All students in grades K-5 participate in visual and performing arts instruction aligned to Delaware content standards. Students receive general music instruction at every grade level, with opportunities for fourth and fifth grade students to participate in band in addition to general music classes. Visual art instruction is provided at every grade level and encourages creativity, artistic expression, and exploration of a variety of artistic techniques and media. Through these experiences, students develop confidence, collaboration, and an appreciation for the arts.

Additional Links:

• Delaware Standards for Visual and Performing Arts

Greek Program

Click the links below to learn more.

• The Dual Language Immersion Program
• The Greek Program at Odyssey Charter School

English Language Arts

The secondary English Language Arts program at Odyssey Charter School emphasizes literary analysis, critical thinking, research, written communication, and public speaking. Students in grades 6-12 utilize McGraw Hill StudySync as the core instructional resource and engage with a variety of classic and contemporary texts across multiple genres. Coursework is designed to strengthen analytical reading and effective communication skills while preparing students for college and career readiness. Advanced opportunities include AP Seminar, AP English Language and Composition, AP Research, World Literature, Creative Writing, Public Speaking, Journalism, and Dual Enrollment English 12 through Delaware Technical Community College.

Additional Links:

• Additional Information Provided by the Delaware Department of Education
• English Language Arts Standards

Mathematics

Secondary mathematics courses are designed to promote conceptual understanding, mathematical reasoning, and real-world application of mathematical principles. Odyssey currently utilizes Carnegie Learning in grades 6-12 and will transition to Amplify Desmos Math in upcoming years to further support student engagement and problem-solving. Students are provided opportunities to progress through a rigorous sequence of courses that support both college and career readiness. Advanced coursework includes AP Precalculus, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Statistics, and Advanced Algebra with Financial Applications.

Additional Links:

• Additional Information Provided by the Delaware Department of Education
• Mathematics Standards
• Secondary Math Course Flow Chart

Science

Science instruction in grades 6-12 follows the Delaware Recommended Curriculum and emphasizes inquiry, investigation, and hands-on learning experiences. Through the Delaware Department of Education’s Science Coalition, students in grades 6-8 benefit from access to high-quality curriculum materials, instructional resources, and laboratory experiences. Secondary students engage in scientific exploration across a variety of disciplines while developing analytical and problem-solving skills. High school course offerings include AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Environmental Science, Astronomy, Dual Enrollment Biomedical Terminology, and Dual Enrollment AGS Animal Science.

Additional Links:

• Additional Information Provided by the Delaware Department of Education
• Science Standards

Social Studies

The secondary social studies program prepares students to become informed, engaged, and responsible citizens through the study of history, geography, economics, civics, and global issues. Instruction follows the Delaware Recommended Curriculum while incorporating supplemental resources such as Newsela and Scholastic to support analysis of current events and diverse perspectives. Students develop research, discussion, and evidence-based reasoning skills through engaging coursework and inquiry-based learning experiences. Advanced course offerings include AP Human Geography, AP World History, Dual Enrollment U.S. History, AP African American Studies, AP Comparative Government and Politics, and Dual Enrollment Psychology.

Additional Links:

• Additional Information Provided by the Delaware Department of Education
• Social Studies Standards

Physical Education and Health

Physical education and health instruction continues through grades 6-12 and supports the development of lifelong wellness habits, physical fitness, and personal responsibility. Courses are aligned with Delaware state standards and graduation requirements while promoting teamwork, leadership, and healthy decision-making. Health education includes instruction in physical wellness, nutrition, mental health, substance abuse prevention, and CPR awareness. High school students are required to complete one credit of Physical Education and one-half credit of Health, with additional elective opportunities including Driver Education and Weight Training.

Additional Links:

• Additional Information Provided by the Delaware Department of Education (Health)
• Health Standards
• Additional Information Provided by the Delaware Department of Education (P.E.)
• Physical Education Standards

Visual and Performing Arts

Odyssey Charter School offers a comprehensive visual and performing arts program for students in grades 6-12 that encourages creativity, collaboration, and artistic expression. Middle school students may participate in band, drama, and visual arts courses, while high school students have access to a wide range of advanced offerings in music, theater, and visual arts. Music opportunities include Concert Band, Concert Choir, Orchestra, Music Theory, AP Music Theory, and Drum Line Techniques I-IV. Visual arts offerings include Introduction to Visual Arts, Ceramics, and AP Art History. Theater courses include Acting I-IV, Stage Crew I-IV, Film Studies, and additional drama opportunities designed to develop performance and technical theater skills.

Additional Links:

• Delaware Standards for Visual and Performing Arts

High School Course Catalog

Click here to view the 2026-2027 High School Course Catalog

Mission
Our mission at OCS is to provide high quality foreign language instruction at a developmentally critical time in a student’s language development. Greek language instruction is introduced in Kindergarten and is completed in grade 12. Greek language classes aim to help students acquire communication skills as well as academic proficiency in Greek.

Assignments, assessments, and grades provide valuable feedback about what a student is learning and how they are progressing. With this information, teachers and administrators can monitor teaching and learning and make changes, if necessary, to ensure that students are provided with foundational skills and knowledge that help prepare them for success in school and beyond.Odyssey Charter School uses the following tests to evaluate student and teacher performance.

What are CTE Pathways?

Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways are structured, multi-year sequences of academic and technical coursework combined with hands-on, real-world experience. They enable students to explore high-demand careers, earn industry-recognized certifications, and gain college credit while in high school.

What is Career and Technical Education (also known as CTE)?

Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs allow students the chance to earn early college credits, industry-recognized credentials and work experience while still in high school. To earn a living wage in today’s economy, all students must pursue education beyond high school. CTE courses teach high school students job skills needed for specific occupations as they complete their academic coursework and pathways. Students will have the opportunity to participate in internships, job shadowing, and work-based learning outside of and on the OCS Campus.

What is a Career & Technical Student Organization?

A career and technical student organization (CTSO) is an extracurricular group for students in CTE pathways to further their knowledge and skills by participating in activities, events, and competitions. Students can gain supplemental certificates and credentials of value by participating in their pathways CTSO. Students have the opportunity to compete and earn state and national recognition in their area of focus.

CTE Pathways at Odyssey Charter High School:

1. K-12 Teacher Academy
2. Digital Communications Technology
3. Food Studies
4. Computer Science
5. Business Information Management
6. Biomedical Science
7. Allied Health *New 2026-2027*

What are Non-CTE Pathways at OCS?

Non-CTE academic pathways prioritize traditional liberal arts, sciences, and professional studies over vocational training, focusing on critical thinking, academic research, and theoretical knowledge.

Non-CTE Pathways at Odyssey Charter High School:

1. Performing Arts

1. Drama/ Acting
2. Stagecrew

2. Music & Band
3. Visual Arts

Click here to view the CTE and Non-CTE Courses for each pathway (pages 31-42).

Athletics

OCS offers 30 sports between middle and high school, 14 official DIAA offerings.

Fall

• Boys Soccer
• Cheerleading*
• Cross Country
• Field Hockey
• Girls Volleyball

Winter

• Boys Basketball
• Cheerleading*
• Girls Basketball
• Wrestling

Spring

• Baseball
• Boys Volleyball
• Girls Soccer
• Softball
• Track and Field

*denotes high school team only.

Check out more information at: https://www.odysseychartersports.com/

2025-2026 Clubs and Activities

Immersion

• Code Ninja Coding Club
• Drama Club
• Reading Assist Tutoring^
• Soccer Shots
• Tennis Club

Lower School

• Code Ninja Coding Club
• Drama Club
• Reading Assist Tutoring^
• Soccer Shots
• Tennis Club

^Reading Assist Tutoring: Reading Assist provides high-impact tutoring for students in grades K-3 in the lowest 25% for reading proficiency, with a focus on serving in schools where there is the highest need.

Intermediate School

• Board Game Club
• Coding Club
• Crafting Club
• Creative Writing Club
• Drama Kids
• Field Hockey Clinic
• Girls on the Run
• Greek Choir
• Origami Club
• Scout Reach Club

Middle School

• Book Club
• Business Professionals of America
• Debate Club
• Dungeons and Dragons
• Flag Football
• Future Farmers of America
• Game Club
• Greek Dance Club
• Heart and Sole
• Her Space
• Jr. Business Professionals of America
• Science Olympiad
• Student Council
• Urban Farms
• Yearbook

High School

• Art Club
• Book Club
• Business Professionals of America
• Colorguard
• Debate Club
• Dungeons and Dragons
• Educators Rising
• Filotimo Club
• Future Farmers of America
• Game Club
• Gay Straight Alliance
• Health Occupations Students of America
• National History Day
• National Honor Society
• National Technical Honor Society
• Parade Band
• Principals Cabinet
• Project MT28
• Science Olympiad
• Student Council
• Technology Student Association
• Yearbook
• Youth for Food Equity

Odyssey Charter participates in the SchoolChoiceDE.org statewide application process for choice and charter schools.

Current Odyssey students do not need to apply to attend Odyssey for the following school year.

Students not currently attending a public school must first register at their school of residence before applying for choice or charter schools. Register here.

• Monday November 3, 2025 – 8:00 AM – Online Choice Application Opens
• Wednesday January 14, 2026* – 11:59 PM – Online Choice Application Closes
• Friday February 27, 2026 – Final Day for District/School to Notify Parent of Invitation Status
• Friday March 20, 2026 – Final Day for Parent to Notify District/School of Acceptance Decision

*Any applications received after the open enrollment period will not be included in our lottery but will be put at the end of our waiting list in the order received.

Please apply online at SchoolChoiceDE.org

**Students who are not currently registered in a public school in Delaware will be required to pre-register in their resident feeder school. Any student who does not have a State of Delaware student ID by the end of the open enrollment period will not be included in the lottery.

My child currently attends Odyssey. Do I need to reapply for the next school year?
No. Once students are enrolled at Odyssey Charter School, you are secured a seat until high school graduation.

My child has a sibling who currently attends Odyssey. Does the sibling still have to apply to attend Odyssey?
Yes. All prospective students must complete an application during open enrollment in order to be included in the lottery and to be considered for admittance to Odyssey Charter School. For further information about the charter/choice process see School Choice.

For further information about the Odyssey Charter School lottery procedure, please read the Odyssey Charter School Admissions Procedure.

In 2006, Odyssey Charter School opened its doors as Delaware’s first mathematics content focused, 2nd language (Greek) elementary education charter school.

Odyssey has strong academics, insight into the classical learning ideals of Hellenism, a small-school environment, and a fresh approach to learning.

Since opening its doors in 2006, Odyssey Charter School has provided the families of Delaware with a classical approach to public education. A rigorous standards-based curriculum and instruction in the Greek language is delivered in a challenging, yet nurturing, learning environment.

Odyssey Charter School employs Delaware certified teachers to instruct the core subjects of language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. In addition, a Greek language class and a second unit of math are taught each day. These added exclusive features of Odyssey Charter School are provided by credentialed instructors from Greece. Students also experience specialized instruction in art, physical education, and music, and are encouraged to maximize their second language and foreign culture experience.

Current enrollment is over 2,300 students in grades K-12; the diverse student body includes students from five different public school districts. Student/Teacher ratio is 12:1 and the avarage class size is 20 students.

Odyssey Charter School was rated a Superior School by Delaware’s Department of Education in 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011.

Odyssey Charter aims to enable parents and stakeholders to engage meaningfully in education decisions, which is only possible when they have access to clear, robust, timely and continuous information about how our students and schools are doing. Check out this link to see educational and demographic information for Odyssey.

On July 4, 2014, Harvard University’s Center for The Hellenic Studies, recognized the participation of Odyssey in the collaboration program between Greek schools and US charter schools:

This year the collaboration program between Greek schools and U.S. charter schools continued to make significant progress. Teachers and students at the Odyssey Charter School (OCS) in Wilmington, Delaware cooperated with several Greek schools. The OCS and the Primary School of Nemea developed common projects on a wide range of subjects: regional history and mythology; rivers and their role in myth and legend; mathematics; international commerce and trade between Greece and the U.S. Numerous teleconferences enabled students to share their work and to exchange ideas. The OCS also undertook a program in cooperation with the 2nd Gymnasium of Nafplion. Students at both schools, under the guidance of their art teachers, studied the lives and work of famous Greek and U.S. painters. They were inspired to create paintings of their own. Students from the OCS from the 3rd Primary School of Nafplion also worked together, their collaboration resulting in parallel exhibitions at these schools.