Weekly Community News for Odyssey Charter Jr/Sr High School
Volume 106 - March 9, 2026
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Calendar
March 9-12 – Kids Heart Challenge
March 13 – Student Holiday/Teacher Workday/No Finish Friday
March 14 – NO Success Saturday
March 18 – Odyssey Board of Directors Meeting @ 4:30
March 19 – Family Math Night & FAST Testing Information
March 20 – Dress down/Early Release/ Finish Friday
March 21 – No Success Saturday
March 23-27 - Spring Break Week
March 28 – No Success Saturday
Volunteer Hours for Reading Newsletters
Each time you read a classroom, school, wellness, or system newsletter, your family will get 30 minutes toward the required 18 Parent Volunteer hours (for one student) or 25 hours (for more than one student). The process is simple. Each time you see this QR code, click on the link or log into the code for a quick survey about the article. Your name will be logged by the school office staff for 30 minutes of volunteer hours for each newsletter.
Log your hours: Link HERE
March's Florida Resiliency Character Trait is Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Key Aspects of Critical Thinking & Problem Solving:
Analysis: Evaluating situations to understand the root cause of challenges.
Solution-Oriented: Focusing on finding practical solutions rather than dwelling on the problem.
Decision-Making: Utilizing logical thinking to make responsible choices.
WELLNESS NEWS / CAFE MENU
SENIOR SPOTLIGHTS
Lucas Cabral
Over the past nine years, Lucas Cabral has balanced his academic life with a thriving creative side, producing and releasing his own music on Spotify under the name KingMutts. During his time on campus, he took pride in a unique leadership role, assisting the school deans to ensure his fellow students remained in conduct and the halls stayed orderly.
While he will miss the simple joy of seeing his friends every day, Lucas is well-prepared for the future thanks to the mentorship of Mr. Frank, who taught him life lessons he plans to use forever. After graduation, Lucas aims to trade the music studio for the garage as he pursues a career as a mechanic.
Ismarie Mercado-Miranda
Since joining Odyssey in the 8th grade, Ismarie Mercado-Miranda has cultivated a genuine passion for learning and a reputation for being an active, helpful presence on campus. Her favorite high school memory captures the spirit of the community: a lively pep rally where the students cheered on their teachers, specifically highlighting Mr. Frank’s moment in the spotlight.
A dedicated student of Mrs. Velez, Ismarie’s interest in biology blossomed into a mentorship role when she served as the teacher's assistant during her junior year. As she looks toward the future, she is balancing an exciting array of career paths, with plans to study nursing or physical therapy while also pursuing her interest in cosmetology. Whether she is mastering a new subject or enjoying her favorite school lunch, chicken tinga, Ismarie is ready to bring her curiosity and work ethic to her next chapter.
Tyra Lightbourn
Since joining Odyssey 11 years ago, Tyra Lightbourn has made her mark both in the kitchen and on the lanes. A passionate cook, she brings that same focus to her extracurriculars, most notably when she achieved the incredible milestone of scoring 101 points for the bowling team. She credits much of her success and positive experience to the guidance of her favorite teacher, Mrs. Lewis.
As she prepares for graduation, Tyra admits she will miss the excitement of Friday night events, her involvement in sports, and even the unique freedom that comes with high school life. Her next chapter will take her to college, where she plans to study Criminal Justice to pursue a career in the legal or law enforcement field.
SCHOOL HAPPENINGS
Band
Band
This week, the advanced band classes participated in District MPA (music performance assessment). All of our student musicians had outstanding performances.
Concert Band- Excellent stage rating, Excellent sight reading rating. - Symphonic Band- Excellent stage rating, Superior sight reading rating. - Wind Ensemble- Superior stage rating, Superior sight reading rating
Congratulations to all of our Titans!
BULLETIN BOARD
Have you registered yet for Healthy Horizons 5K?
Join us April 1 8 at 9:00 AM for a community Run/Walk supporting student wellness and summer
reading. Don't wait - March 20 is the T-shirt deadline!
Yearbooks
Our 2026 Titan Yearbook is coming along great and will be sent to the printer in early March and delivered to campus in early May. Be sure to get yours ordered soon before they sell out! Ordering info is on the flyer at the bottom of this page as well as our yearbook page here.
Flag Football Store
Flag Football BSN Store is now open!
Click the link below to purchase merch and show your Titan Pride: https://bit.ly/4sCjxbb
Thank you to our Varsity Soccer Sponsor, Certified Plumbing!
Grievance Procedures
Step 1: Request Teacher conference to clarify issue
Step 2: Contact the Site Administrator if unresolved with the teacher
Step 3: **Contact Board Designated Parent Representative (Mrs. Amber Miller)
Step 4: Contact the President of the Governing Board
Step 5: Present issue at the next monthly Board Meeting if unresolved
Step 6: Seek mediation with the Sponsor
**Mrs. Amber Miller has been designated by the OCS Board of Directors as the Representative to Facilitate Parental Involvement, provide access to information, assist parents and others with questions and concerns, and resolve disputes according to charter requirements. Ms. Miller can be reached at millera@odysseycharterschool.com or 321-442-2742.
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