Where Every Child Belongs.
Odyssey Charter School is Delaware's only Greek dual language immersion K to 12 where academic excellence, cultural identity, and whole child education are not tradeoffs. They are the foundation.
"Filotimo. It has no direct English translation. And that is exactly the point."
Beyond Grades
& Tests.
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.
Shaping the Future.
The Goals of Odyssey Charter School are to provide students with an enriched learning environment that will:
Academic Excellence
Enable students to excel academically by providing a structured dual language program integrated with a rigorous core curriculum, while encouraging the development of effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Mathematics & Greek Focus
Enhance each student’s understanding of Mathematics, English, Science, and other Western languages by utilizing the Modern Greek language, with a Mathematics focus, as a vehicle to explore the roots of vocabulary, mathematical concepts, and scientific theories.
Standardized Achievement
Prepare students to demonstrate exceptional understanding and academic achievement through standardized testing and other credentialing methods.
World Citizenship
Assist students in the development of a broader world view through exposure to other World cultures.
Respect & Responsibility
Teach students the value of respectful and responsible citizenship as a critical component to the development of an appreciation for democracy and diversity.
Whole Child Nurturing
Nurture and value the special qualities and abilities of each student in a way that will foster a desire to become academically and educationally successful.
Parent Engagement
Encourage the involvement and engagement of parents in the education process to enhance and enrich learning opportunities for students.
One Word.
Everything We Are.
There is a Greek word that sits at the heart of this school. It does not translate cleanly into English. And maybe that is the point.
Filotimo
Duty. Honor. Courage. Generosity. Humility and pride, held at the same time. Love for family and community. A deep desire to do what is right. Not because you are told to, but because you genuinely care.
Filotimo means leading with your heart and placing your humanity first. It is not something we hang on a wall. It is something we practice in every classroom, every hallway, and every decision we make as a school.
Gnothi Safton — Know Thyself
Staying true to yourself. Self-actualization.
Pan Metron Ariston — Everything in Moderation
Finding balance. Living with intention.
Aien Aristeuein — Ever to Excel
Personal and professional growth. The relentless pursuit of better.
Built to Last.
Odyssey Charter School did not happen by accident. It was built by people who believed Delaware families deserved something more. A school that was academically uncompromising, culturally rich, and open to every child regardless of zip code or income.
What started as a bold idea has grown into one of Delaware's most recognized public schools. Now serving over 2,400 students across K to 12, on 34 acres in Greenville, with a waitlist that speaks for itself.
OCS founded as Delaware's first mathematics focused, Greek language elementary charter school.
Rated a Superior School by Delaware's Department of Education four consecutive years.
Harvard Center for Hellenic Studies formally recognizes OCS as a pioneering bridge between Greek and American schools.
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New Lower School opens. State charter expanded. $750,000 federal grant awarded to grow the immersion program.
Yass Prize Finalist. Named First State Favorites Top Public School in Northern Delaware for the third year in a row.
S&P Global Investment Grade Rating BBB achieved. The highest attainable for a standalone charter school, held by fewer than three dozen nationwide.
State of the Art Community Athletic Multiplex opens. Two turf soccer pitches, softball and baseball fields, lacrosse and field hockey, bleachers, lighting, and a community green space for every family to enjoy.
2,402 students. 30 sports. 6 CTE pathways. 60 or more college credits available. 100% high school graduation rate. One school.
The Proof Is Right Here.
Recognition does not drive us. But it reflects the work happening inside these walls every single day.
Yass Prize Finalist — 2023
Named one of the most innovative education providers in the nation.
Harvard Center for Hellenic Studies — 2014
Formal recognition of OCS as a pioneer in Greek and American school partnership.
Delaware Superior School Rating
2008, 2009, 2010, 2011. Four consecutive years rated Superior by Delaware's Department of Education.
Ellinomatheia Examination Center
OCS is an officially recognized center for the Greek Ministry of Education's international language certification exams.
Delaware Certificate of Multiliteracy
OCS students graduating with Greek language certification earn this statewide distinction.
First State Favorites — Top Public School
Northern Delaware: 2021, 2022, 2023.
First School in Delaware to Offer AP African American History
One of only 63 pilot schools nationwide.
First Green Ribbon School in Delaware
Statewide recognition for sustainability leadership and innovation.
S&P Global BBB Investment Grade Rating
Fewer than three dozen standalone charter schools in the nation have reached this level.
See What We Have Built.
Our community reflects the world our students will lead. 37% African American. 27% Caucasian. 18% Asian. 11% Latinx. 6% Multiracial. 41% qualify for free and reduced lunch. Every seat. Every child. No barriers.
Meet Our People.
Our educators are award winners, innovators, and the reason 90% of our staff comes back every single year.