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Odyssey Charter Schools - Independent Study Program

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The Independent Study Program at Odyssey Charter Schools centers learning at home, supported by optional on-campus days that provide opportunities for connection, collaboration and shared learning. Designed for students in Transitional Kindergarten (TK), Kindergarten (K), First Grade (1st) and Second Grade (2nd) the program pairs family-supported learning with guidance from a credentialed teacher while maintaining connection to a broader school community.

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Designed For Today’s Families

Odyssey recognizes the need for adaptable educational pathways. The Independent Study Program expands access beyond Altadena and Pasadena while offering a more flexible entry point for young learners who may not yet be ready for full-time school.

Over 25 Years of Experience

Highly-Effective Credentialed Teachers

A Classroom Without Walls

Program Structure

A strong partnership between teachers and families drives the program. Teachers guide instruction, monitor progress and provide ongoing support, while families play an active role in daily learning. Regular check-ins, work samples and consistent communication ensure students stay aligned and supported throughout the year.

  • At home learning across core subjects

  • 2 optional on campus days per week

  • Regular weekly check-ins & learning logs

  • Structured checkpoints every few weeks

  • All managed through Google Classroom

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  • A boy with brown hair in a red and white striped t-shirt smiling outdoors on a grassy field with other children and a woman in the background.
  • Small backyard garden area with three colorful children's plastic wading pools on dirt ground, surrounded by bushes, trees, and raised garden beds with soil.

Apply for the Independent Study Program

One Easy Step

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Select the button to apply through SchoolMint by creating an account, completing the application and submitting required information to be considered for enrollment.

Applications are open for the 2026-27 school year.

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  • A garden scene with raised wooden beds filled with young plants, surrounded by lush green bushes and trees, with a concrete wall in the background.
  • Two women standing close together, smiling outdoors on a sunny day, with a metal railing and building in the background.
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  • Small backyard garden area with three colorful children's plastic wading pools on dirt ground, surrounded by bushes, trees, and raised garden beds with soil.
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Built For Growth

What sets Odyssey apart is not a single program or philosophy, but the way learning, relationships and community come together over time. Academic rigor, thoughtful development and real-world connection shape an experience designed to support students well beyond their years at Odyssey.

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