Ellen Ricker

Office Assistant Ellen Ricker at Odyssey School private school

Registrar & Assistant to Admissions

she/her

Ellen Ricker grew up in the crisp mountains of central Vermont learning the value of self-sustainability and living close to the earth. Ellen would go on to receive her Bachelors in Business from Cazenovia College in New York, and then a Psychology degree from Norwich University in Vermont. As a life-long learner Ellen has also studied primary education and biology. During this time Ellen honed her skills through opportunities with the Vermont Commission on Women and The United States Department of Agriculture. These experiences gifted her with skills in office administration, human rights advocacy, and file and data management. 

Ellen would take these skills with her when moving to Asheville in 2015. Here in Asheville she has worked in the healing arts, as well as the education sectors. Her dynamic skills and perspective are a gift to the Odyssey community! Whether it’s answering questions, facilitating ideas, or getting documents, Ellen is happy to assist you in any way possible. In her spare time Ellen enjoys spending time with her husband John and cat Opal, and of coarse playing among these ancient mountains.


Odyssey School is an independent, non-profit school with a focus on whole child, emotionally intelligent, personalized curriculum for students in PreK-12. Our mission is to prepare students, families, and educators to lead lives of intention and purpose with an authentic sense of self.

More about us...

 

For Tuition Payments:

Community Announcements

  • Registration is NOW OPEN for limited / remaining Odyssey summer camp weeks.
  • Odyssey is ACCEPTING new family admissions applications in grades 5th through 12th. Waitlists exist pre-k through 4th.
  • We are HIRING! Visit this page to learn about employment opportunities in the 2023-24 school year.

Get In Touch

If you have questions about Odyssey’s mission, community, or programs, please give us a call! You can also contact us to schedule a tour, meet our teachers, our directors, and visit our learning spaces.          

Covid-19 & Illness Guidance as of May 2023

Odyssey School has had a strong start the year! As of late May 2023, we've made an update to our Covid policies and procedures.

Newsletter

Odyssey's administration sends out a quarterly newsletter of upcoming events, community news, and notable opportunities. Keep your ear to the ground and subscribe!