Non-AHEPA Nominating Committee
What This
Committee Does.
Odyssey Charter School was founded by AHEPA (the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association). Delaware law allows AHEPA to appoint a defined number of board seats, while the remaining seats are filled through a process overseen by the Non-AHEPA Nominating Committee.
By seeking diverse perspectives and backgrounds, the committee ensures the board reflects the full OCS community and has the expertise needed to govern effectively.
The committee's core work is to:
- Recruit qualified candidates for open board positions
- Solicit applications from parents, teachers, and community members
- Review candidates using consistent evaluation standards
- Conduct interviews with all applicants
- Make recommendations to the board for final approval
Who Can Serve
on the Board?
The board includes seats designated for specific roles. The Non-AHEPA Nominating Committee fills these positions based on the following categories:
Parent Directors
Three seats are designated for parents of currently enrolled students.
The committee strives to have representation across grade levels, from Lower School through High School.
Teacher Directors
Two seats are reserved for OCS teachers:
- One teacher from the Greek Program
- One teacher from a non-Greek Program
Teachers must hold a Delaware teaching certification or equivalent.
Community Director
One seat is reserved for a qualified community member at large, offering the opportunity for others invested in OCS's mission to serve on the board.
How to
Apply.
The Non-AHEPA Nominating Committee opens the application process whenever board seats become available.
Watch for Board Openings
When a position opens, the committee announces it through multiple channels to reach the widest possible pool of candidates:
Submit Your Application
Applications remain open for two to four weeks from the date first announced. Each announcement clearly states the application deadline.
Interested candidates fill out an application form to express their interest and share relevant experience.
Review and Interview
The committee reviews candidates using consistent criteria and conducts interviews assessing:
Board Approval
The committee makes written recommendations to the full non-AHEPA board members, who vote to approve the final selection. The board strives to select candidates whose backgrounds, skills, and perspectives strengthen governance.
What to Expect
as a Board Member.
If selected, members commit to:
- Attending monthly board meetings (3rd Wednesday of each month at 6:00pm) plus two annual strategic planning sessions
- Serving on board committees (Finance, Nominating, Diversity & Inclusion, or others as needed)
- Reviewing meeting materials before each meeting
- Participating actively in discussions and decision making
- Supporting OCS's mission and strategic direction
- Upholding board confidentiality for sensitive matters
Candidate Retention
The Non-AHEPA Nominating Committee keeps applications on file for six months from the date of submission. If you applied but were not selected, or if your circumstances change, you can ask to have your application retained for consideration in future board openings or for committee service.
Timeline
1. Application opens
2. Applications accepted
For 2-4 weeks
3. Review & Interviews
Within 2 weeks of application close
4. Recommendation
Committee makes recommendation to board
5. Final Approval
Full board votes (typically within 30 days of application close)
Timeline may be extended if needed for good cause.
Commitment to
Diversity and Inclusion.
OCS is committed to building a board that reflects the diversity of the school community and the broader world our students will inherit.
This diversity strengthens the board's decision making and ensures the board truly represents all families at OCS.
The committee actively seeks candidates with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences including:
- Gender diversity
- Racial and ethnic diversity
- Professional and skill diversity
- Lived experience diversity
- Socioeconomic diversity
Official Policy and Procedures
For complete details on the nomination process, including candidate assessment criteria and specific procedures, review the official policy document.
View Policy & ProcedureQuestions About Board Service?
If you're interested in serving on the board or have questions about the nomination process, reach out to the OCS main office or the board contact below.