Strands & Skills

Six Developmental Strands

The geometry of Odyssey School’s educational experience is based on the interweaving of the physical, emotional, mental, moral, aesthetic, and spiritual aspects of the individual.

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  • The aesthetic strand nourishes a continuous program from preschool through high school which cultivates the imagination and develops aesthetic literacy.
  • The emotional strand assists the child in understanding and communicating in the world of feelings.
  • The mental strand attends to the skills and knowledge that are useful to the student as a lifelong learner.
  • The moral/social strand supports ecological thinking about the connections within all creation.
  • The physical strand nurtures the development and the care and respect of the physical body— as well as attends to the biology of learning.
  • The spiritual strand supports the child’s recognition and communication of his or her own truth, the ability to live from the heart, and the exercising of her or his faculty of creative imagination.

Essential Learning Skills

At Odyssey School, we recognize nine important skills for understanding, mastery and success in lifelong learning.  They are: self-organization; thinking and working creatively and critically; collaborating with others; communicating effectively; learning independently; using appropriate resources to access and apply knowledge; taking risks to succeed; creating options and making choices; and exhibiting authentic self-confidence.

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Instagram post 17982704495611138 Odyssey Middle school welcomed Mr. Kevin Rumley and Clifford his service dog His journey is a remarkable story of resilience and transformation. As a young Marine lance corporal, Rumley was nearly killed by an improvised explosive device in Iraq in 2004, which resulted in severe injuries and the loss of his best friend. Following 18 months of treatment and 32 surgeries, Today, Rumley serves as the coordinator of the Buncombe County Veterans Treatment Court in Asheville. This role allows him to apply his personal experiences and professional training to assist other veterans in their recovery journeys . His story is a powerful testament to the potential for growth and change, even in the face of daunting challenges ​ ​. #828isgreat #odysseyhighavl #OdysseySchoolAdventures #odysseyschoolavl #buncombecountyveteranstreatmentcourt #vtc #buncombecounty #asheville #northcarolina #servicedog #goldenretriever #marines #veterans

Odyssey Middle school welcomed Mr. Kevin Rumley and Clifford his service dog His journey is a remarkable story of resilience and transformation. As a young Marine lance corporal, Rumley was nearly killed by an improvised explosive device in Iraq in 2004, which resulted in severe injuries and the loss of his best friend. Following 18 months of treatment and 32 surgeries, Today, Rumley serves as the coordinator of the Buncombe County Veterans Treatment Court in Asheville. This role allows him to apply his personal experiences and professional training to assist other veterans in their recovery journeys . His story is a powerful testament to the potential for growth and change, even in the face of daunting challenges ​ ​. #828isgreat #odysseyhighavl #OdysseySchoolAdventures #odysseyschoolavl #buncombecountyveteranstreatmentcourt #vtc #buncombecounty #asheville #northcarolina #servicedog #goldenretriever #marines #veterans ...

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Instagram post 18073214260438822 Odyssey Poppin!! Middle School Dance. Thank you to all of our Independent school partners. #hangerhall #woodsonbranchnatureschool #frenchbroadriveracademy #thelearningcommunityschool #rainbowcommunityschool #odysseyschoolavl You all rock!!!! The kids had a blast. Thank you DJ @ryanbproductions Thank you Asheville Fire Department #ashevillenc #greatschools #OdysseySchoolAdventures #828isgreat #schooldance #epic #ashevillefiredept #fogmachine #videooftheday #instagood

Odyssey Poppin!! Middle School Dance. Thank you to all of our Independent school partners. #hangerhall #woodsonbranchnatureschool #frenchbroadriveracademy #thelearningcommunityschool #rainbowcommunityschool #odysseyschoolavl You all rock!!!! The kids had a blast. Thank you DJ @ryanbproductions Thank you Asheville Fire Department #ashevillenc #greatschools #OdysseySchoolAdventures #828isgreat #schooldance #epic #ashevillefiredept #fogmachine #videooftheday #instagood ...

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Instagram post 17987414624305578 It will be here before you know it! Odyssey's 16th Annual Festival of Light is an evening filled with joyful, creative and whimsical skits, songs and performances from students pre-k through 12th grade. Thursday, December 14th at 6:30 PM. #theodysseyway #odysseyschoolavl

It will be here before you know it! Odyssey's 16th Annual Festival of Light is an evening filled with joyful, creative and whimsical skits, songs and performances from students pre-k through 12th grade. Thursday, December 14th at 6:30 PM. #theodysseyway #odysseyschoolavl ...

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Instagram post 18394403029049080 Here is the link for online donations! Every bit helps Odyssey to the Annual Fund goal and is tax-deductible. Please allow us to make this unique education available to those who can't afford it. Donations also support classroom resources and teacher professional development. https://odysseycommunity.org/donate🍂📚✉💚#givingtuesday

Here is the link for online donations! Every bit helps Odyssey to the Annual Fund goal and is tax-deductible. Please allow us to make this unique education available to those who can't afford it. Donations also support classroom resources and teacher professional development. https://odysseycommunity.org/donate🍂📚✉💚#givingtuesday ...

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Instagram post 18031306834662265 Here is the link to make your tax-deductible donation to Odyssey School's Annual Fund and in the process join a global campaign of generosity! https://odysseycommunity.org/donate/

Here is the link to make your tax-deductible donation to Odyssey School's Annual Fund and in the process join a global campaign of generosity! https://odysseycommunity.org/donate/ ...

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Instagram post 18032748775638489 🌟 It's #GivingTuesday! 🌟 Today, I am asking you to support our school for a purpose bigger than ourselves – to support the bright young minds at Odyssey School Asheville. 📚✨ Our mission to provide innovative, inclusive, and individualized education has never been more vital. With your support, we can ensure that every student has the tools to succeed, explore, and dream. 💡 Here's the impact of your generosity:  Increased opportunity for students through scholarships.  Access to technology and materials that support learning. Improving our facilities ensures that we maintain a safe and comfortable learning environment.  Every contribution, big or small, opens up a world of possibilities for our students. 🌈🌍 🤝 Join us in this movement: Donate via the link on our website Odyssey School Asheville. Share this post and spread the word. Tag us in your stories with #odysseyschoolavl , and tell us why you believe in our School! Let's shape a future filled with curiosity, creativity, and community. 💖 Thank you for being a part of our journey. 🙏 #OdysseySchoolAdventures #odysseyhighavl #OdysseySchool #odysseyschoolavl #greatschools #828isgreat #ashevillenc #givingtuesday #firstchoice #thankyou Dr. Eric "Big E" Howard Head of School

🌟 It's #GivingTuesday! 🌟 Today, I am asking you to support our school for a purpose bigger than ourselves – to support the bright young minds at Odyssey School Asheville. 📚✨ Our mission to provide innovative, inclusive, and individualized education has never been more vital. With your support, we can ensure that every student has the tools to succeed, explore, and dream. 💡 Here's the impact of your generosity:  Increased opportunity for students through scholarships.  Access to technology and materials that support learning. Improving our facilities ensures that we maintain a safe and comfortable learning environment.  Every contribution, big or small, opens up a world of possibilities for our students. 🌈🌍 🤝 Join us in this movement: Donate via the link on our website Odyssey School Asheville. Share this post and spread the word. Tag us in your stories with #odysseyschoolavl , and tell us why you believe in our School! Let's shape a future filled with curiosity, creativity, and community. 💖 Thank you for being a part of our journey. 🙏 #OdysseySchoolAdventures #odysseyhighavl #OdysseySchool #odysseyschoolavl #greatschools #828isgreat #ashevillenc #givingtuesday #firstchoice #thankyou Dr. Eric "Big E" Howard Head of School ...