Odyssey Strategic Planning Committee (OSPC)
The OSPC is the central parent-teacher governance body focused on providing oversight and coordinating support for the Odyssey program and its objectives. It is comprised of the chairs of a variety of sub-committees and has cross-over membership with the Hayhurst PTA. It also includes the parents that are lead points of contact for each cluster (cluster managers) and the parents that have taken on performance and field study lead roles. Positions are filled through joint elections with the PTA that occur in April, with new members formally taking over their roles as of June 1.
We are ALWAYS looking for parents who are interested in getting involved in the development and maintenance of Odyssey as a program and a community. Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator ([email protected]), who will work with you to match your interests to the Odyssey Program needs.
Meetings
The OSPC holds meetings once a month (see Hayhurst calendar & news) in the Hayhurst Library. At our monthly meeting, we review plans and make decisions related to the program, spending, and our strategic future as a focus program. All parents have an open invitation to attend. We would love to have you join us for the conversation and to learn more.
OSPC Chair and Vice-chair
The chair and vice-chair are responsible for organizing the OSPC and running our meetings. Contact them with any general questions or issues about the Odyssey program and parent involvement.
E-mail : [email protected]
Hayhurst-Odyssey Communications
Have something you'd like to announce to the Odyssey and/or broader Hayhurst community? Not receiving the Friday report email or need to update your email address?
E-mail: [email protected]
Volunteer Coordination
Our volunteer coordinators help match up parent volunteers to activities and committees. Please consider volunteering (as little or much as you can) - parent volunteers are a big part of what makes Odyssey such an exceptional program (and remember it's part of the Ten Essentials - #4). Start by either filling in the volunteer survey or contacting our volunteer coordinators:
E-mail : [email protected]
Direct GivingThe Direct Giving Committee solicits donations directly from Odyssey parents and is the major way in which the program supports special activities such as the performances and field studies. Please visit the direct giving page to understand its importance and how you can contribute.
Email: [email protected]
Finance
The Finance Committee develops the Odyssey budget, maintains regular accounting and reporting and works on projects that support Odyssey's long-term financial stability. Looking for spending/reimbursement request forms or other frequently asked questions, check the Finance FAQ.
E-mail: [email protected]
Program Support Committee
The Program Support Committee is in charge of developing the Odyssey parent community. Projects include new parent orientations, the Parent Handbook, and informational events for parents to support program understanding. This committee also drives the overall parent communication strategy for Odyssey.
E-mail: [email protected]
Enrichment Committee
The Enrichment Committee provides a point of central coordination and support for core Odyssey enrichment activities: performances, field-studies, and related events. This committee oversees storage and management of Odyssey's enrichment assets and promotes the quality and sustainability of Odyssey enrichment with documentation, training and support for project management. Odyssey performances are the culmination of classroom learning for the year. The programs for these performances include space to advertise your local business or congratulate a cast member.
E-mail: [email protected]
Marketing/PR Committee
The Marketing/PR Committee owns the Odyssey brand and marketing strategy. This committee is responsible for advertising, public and media relations, website design, informational nights, and building alumni relationships.
E-mail: [email protected]
Information Technology (IT) Committee
The IT Committee is responsible for using technology to improve Odyssey program efficiency and effectiveness. The committee maintains this Odyssey website and also supports the use of technology in the classroom.
E-mail: [email protected]
We are ALWAYS looking for parents who are interested in getting involved in the development and maintenance of Odyssey as a program and a community. Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator ([email protected]), who will work with you to match your interests to the Odyssey Program needs.
Meetings
The OSPC holds meetings once a month (see Hayhurst calendar & news) in the Hayhurst Library. At our monthly meeting, we review plans and make decisions related to the program, spending, and our strategic future as a focus program. All parents have an open invitation to attend. We would love to have you join us for the conversation and to learn more.
OSPC Chair and Vice-chair
The chair and vice-chair are responsible for organizing the OSPC and running our meetings. Contact them with any general questions or issues about the Odyssey program and parent involvement.
E-mail : [email protected]
Hayhurst-Odyssey Communications
Have something you'd like to announce to the Odyssey and/or broader Hayhurst community? Not receiving the Friday report email or need to update your email address?
E-mail: [email protected]
Volunteer Coordination
Our volunteer coordinators help match up parent volunteers to activities and committees. Please consider volunteering (as little or much as you can) - parent volunteers are a big part of what makes Odyssey such an exceptional program (and remember it's part of the Ten Essentials - #4). Start by either filling in the volunteer survey or contacting our volunteer coordinators:
E-mail : [email protected]
Direct GivingThe Direct Giving Committee solicits donations directly from Odyssey parents and is the major way in which the program supports special activities such as the performances and field studies. Please visit the direct giving page to understand its importance and how you can contribute.
Email: [email protected]
Finance
The Finance Committee develops the Odyssey budget, maintains regular accounting and reporting and works on projects that support Odyssey's long-term financial stability. Looking for spending/reimbursement request forms or other frequently asked questions, check the Finance FAQ.
E-mail: [email protected]
Program Support Committee
The Program Support Committee is in charge of developing the Odyssey parent community. Projects include new parent orientations, the Parent Handbook, and informational events for parents to support program understanding. This committee also drives the overall parent communication strategy for Odyssey.
E-mail: [email protected]
Enrichment Committee
The Enrichment Committee provides a point of central coordination and support for core Odyssey enrichment activities: performances, field-studies, and related events. This committee oversees storage and management of Odyssey's enrichment assets and promotes the quality and sustainability of Odyssey enrichment with documentation, training and support for project management. Odyssey performances are the culmination of classroom learning for the year. The programs for these performances include space to advertise your local business or congratulate a cast member.
E-mail: [email protected]
Marketing/PR Committee
The Marketing/PR Committee owns the Odyssey brand and marketing strategy. This committee is responsible for advertising, public and media relations, website design, informational nights, and building alumni relationships.
E-mail: [email protected]
Information Technology (IT) Committee
The IT Committee is responsible for using technology to improve Odyssey program efficiency and effectiveness. The committee maintains this Odyssey website and also supports the use of technology in the classroom.
E-mail: [email protected]
