ODYSSEY PROGRAM

The Odyssey Program is a K-9 learning program designed to foster a 3-way partnership between student, parent and teacher through the Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows School District. Our mission is to support all individuals in their development as successful learners, where they can feel valued, motivated and have the flexibility to demonstrate their learning in a variety of ways.

Enrollment Procedures & Requirements

The Odyssey Program accepts applications for each school year. To qualify to enter Kindergarten, a student must be five years of age, as of December 31st of the enrolling year. Limits will be placed on the maximum number of students that can be accommodated in the Odyssey Program.

IN A SNAPSHOT

Odyssey provides a variety of support to help students thrive, including:

A individualized, inclusive, and innovative environment
Weekly one-to-one classes (at Fairview Elementary or via online platform)
Flexible Student Learning Plan with individualized goals which align with the B.C. Curriculum
Optional weekly group classes with peers of the same grade level to enhance social development opportunities and to cover non-academic aspects of the curriculum including:
o Physical & Health Education
o Fine Arts
o Applied Designs Skill
Optional field trips
Access to a resource lending library

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Teacher

Provides a student-centred and individualized learning experience that is flexible and meets
student needs
Facilitates, challenges and encourages learners to explore and expand their skills, knowledge
and understanding
Collaborates regularly with parents and students about the learning program and progress
Works collaboratively with parent and student to develop and maintain individualized
learning goals
Provides 1-1 learning tutorial weekly to review previous learning, direct instruction as
required and the next weeks’ learning resources and instructions
Guides, encourages and assesses student progress and provides meaningful feedback to
student and parent
Individualizes learning expectations through adaptations and /or modifications for students
with learning needs and provides access to district level support or when

Parent

Takes an active role in working with the teacher and student to develop learning plans and
goals based on student needs, skills, interests and choices
Encourages and ensures their child participates in learning opportunities every week
Communicate regularly with the teacher regarding learning at home, resources required
Sets up structured and daily learning times
Provides a learning environment at home
Ensures students attend every 1-1 tutorial and submits assignments
Communicates regularly with the teacher

Student

Takes ownership of their education through exploring their passions, setting goals and
developing personal awareness of their skills and needs
Ensures that assignments are completed to the best of their ability
Participates in planning and goal setting
Strives to be a motivated, active learner and celebrate successes

OUR LEARNING JOURNEY

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