Another fun week of learning at Odyssey! Our 4th graders explored sunflowers and how they grow, while 5th graders learned about soil coring from a visiting geologist! Our 6th graders enjoyed Math Café and Monster Math Drawings with their kindergarten buddies! Christopherson’s class also had a fun adventure at the zoo!
1 minute ago, Odyssey Elementary
Odyssey students explored sunflowers, learned about soil coring, participated in Math Café and kindergarten buddy activities, and enjoyed a class trip to the zoo.
Odyssey students explored sunflowers, learned about soil coring, participated in Math Café and kindergarten buddy activities, and enjoyed a class trip to the zoo.
Odyssey students explored sunflowers, learned about soil coring, participated in Math Café and kindergarten buddy activities, and enjoyed a class trip to the zoo.
Odyssey students explored sunflowers, learned about soil coring, participated in Math Café and kindergarten buddy activities, and enjoyed a class trip to the zoo.
Odyssey students explored sunflowers, learned about soil coring, participated in Math Café and kindergarten buddy activities, and enjoyed a class trip to the zoo.
Odyssey students explored sunflowers, learned about soil coring, participated in Math Café and kindergarten buddy activities, and enjoyed a class trip to the zoo.
Odyssey students explored sunflowers, learned about soil coring, participated in Math Café and kindergarten buddy activities, and enjoyed a class trip to the zoo.
Odyssey students explored sunflowers, learned about soil coring, participated in Math Café and kindergarten buddy activities, and enjoyed a class trip to the zoo.
Odyssey students explored sunflowers, learned about soil coring, participated in Math Café and kindergarten buddy activities, and enjoyed a class trip to the zoo.
Mrs. Kossin’s class took a trip to Hogle Zoo to explore animal classifications! Students had a wild time learning about different animals and seeing them up close.
5 days ago, Odyssey Elementary
Four students pose beneath a large animal-themed structure at Hogle Zoo.
Students smile and pose together on animal statues during their field trip to Hogle Zoo.
Students explore Hogle Zoo, posing with animal statues and looking through an underwater viewing window.
MLK Speech Competition Reminder!
Applications are due Friday, October 9th! If you’re participating, don’t forget to keep practicing and memorizing your speech!
📅 Competition: Friday, October 23rd
⏰ 1:45 PM
📍 Odyssey Library
6 days ago, Odyssey Elementary
Reminder graphic for Odyssey Elementary’s Martin Luther King Jr. Speech Competition. Applications are due Friday, October 9th. The competition will be held Friday, October 23rd at 1:45 PM in the Odyssey Library. Students are reminded to memorize their speeches.
Fall Break is almost here! Just a reminder that October 13 is an early-out day, and there will be no school October 14–16. Enjoy your fall break, Olympians!
6 days ago, Odyssey Elementary
Colorful fall break graphic with autumn leaves and a pumpkin. No school October 14–16. October 13 is an early-out day.
We're reading together!

On Friday, Oct. 2, Odyssey Elementary is joining schools and communities across Utah for the Statewide Read-A-Thon. Our students will set aside time to read, explore new ideas and celebrate the joy of reading.

What will you be reading?
13 days ago, Odyssey Elementary
A student sits and looks down at an open picture book. Text reads, “Read. Discover. Grow. Statewide Read-A-Thon | Oct. 2.”
Martin Luther King Jr. Speech Competition

Odyssey students are invited to use their voices and participate in our school Martin Luther King Jr. Speech Competition!

📅 Friday, October 23rd
⏰ 1:45 PM
📍 Odyssey Library

Winners from each age category will move on to the Davis School District competition!

Applications are due October 9th. Students will learn more about the competition in the library this week and can pick up an application there.

Please see the additional flyer for information about the district competition. We can’t wait to hear from our Odyssey Olympians! 💙
20 days ago, Odyssey Elementary
Odyssey Elementary Martin Luther King Speech Competition flyer. The competition will be held Friday, October 23rd at 1:45 PM in the Odyssey Library. Winners in each age category will move on to the district competition. Applications are due October 9th. District competition information is available on the other flyer. Students will receive information and applications in the library.
Davis School District Martin Luther King Jr. Speech Contest flyer for elementary students. Categories are grades K–2, 3–4, and 5–6, with one student per category from each school. District entries are due November 2, 2026, with judging November 16–17. Prizes per category are $100 for first place, $75 for second, and $50 for third. Speeches must use any portion or excerpt from a single Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. speech and be 1–3 minutes long. Speeches may be presented in English or another language.

Parent-Teacher Conferences are this week! September 23 & 24

⏰ Early out at 1:30 PM both days!

21 days ago, Odyssey Elementary
Colorful graphic announcing Odyssey Elementary Parent-Teacher Conferences on September 23 and 24. Students will have early dismissal on both days.
Mrs. Dickinson’s third-grade class practiced multiplication with a fun scavenger hunt!
Miss Nelson’s sixth-grade class has been learning about the moon. Did you know the moon looks upside down in the Southern Hemisphere? These sixth graders know why!
28 days ago, Odyssey Elementary
Students participate in a multiplication scavenger hunt around their classroom, matching expressions to pictures and word problems.
Third-grade students celebrate completing their multiplication scavenger hunt and search the classroom for matching expressions.
Student drawings show the moon’s phases and how the moon appears from the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.
🚌 We’re hiring School Bus Drivers & Assistants! Join our team and make a difference every day! 💙💛

Apply at DSDJobs.net
about 1 month ago, Odyssey Elementary
Now Hiring” school bus recruitment graphic featuring a yellow school bus and three students with backpacks. Text reads “School Bus Drivers/Assistants — Make a Difference Every Day!” and highlights being a positive role model, supporting students, and enjoying a rewarding career. Apply at DSDJobs.net or call 801-402-7500.
📸 Picture Day ! 📸

Oops! Our previous post had the wrong day. 😅 School Picture Day is TUESDAY, September 15th — not Monday!

Sorry for the mix-up, Olympians! 💙
about 1 month ago, Odyssey Elementary
Colorful School Picture Day graphic for Odyssey Olympians. Text reads, “School Picture Day — Tuesday, Sep 15th,” with a bright illustrated camera and colorful pink, yellow, green, blue, and red accents
✨ Weekly Highlights! ✨

📚 Library students explored the library, learned expectations, and discovered some great new reads!

🔎☀️ First Grade is discovering patterns in the sky! They noticed their shadows changing throughout the day and are investigating why!

🔬Second Grade explored the properties of matter through hands-on investigations, testing different materials to see if they were flexible!
about 1 month ago, Odyssey Elementary
Students sit together in the school library reading and choosing books.
Students sit in a circle participating in a classroom activity together.
First-grade students trace and observe their shadows outside during a science investigation.
First-grade students trace and observe their shadows outside during a science investigation.
First-grade students trace and observe their shadows outside during a science investigation.
Students sit together on the classroom rug during a group learning activity.
Students sit together on the classroom rug during a group learning activity.
No School Monday, September 7th! ⭐

Enjoy the long Labor Day weekend, Olympians!
about 1 month ago, Odyssey Elementary
: Labor Day “No School” graphic featuring red, white, and blue stars. Text reads, “No School Sep. 7th – Labor Day – Enjoy the long weekend!” A smiling cartoon star holds an American flag.
Vision Screening — Friday, September 25th!

For Kindergarten, 1st, 3rd & 5th grade students.
Opt-out forms are available in the office.
about 1 month ago, Odyssey Elementary
Colorful Odyssey Elementary flyer announcing Vision Screening on Friday, September 25th, for Kindergarten, 1st, 3rd, and 5th grade students. Features a cute cartoon eyeball character and notes that opt-out forms are available in the office.
Our 6th graders explored different instruments at their orchestra meeting—with plenty of giggles over some of the sounds they made! 😂

Our 2nd graders explored properties of matter, learning how to describe objects by their different properties.

Our 5th graders created visual narratives to share more about themselves and the things they love.

Our 4th graders created “All About Me Sundaes” to show off what makes each student unique!

And another class of 4th graders celebrated an awesome early win—beating their 90% French vocabulary goal with an impressive 95%! 🎉
about 1 month ago, Odyssey Elementary
A student plays a violin during a hands-on music activity while classmates watch nearby. Other students can be seen waiting in the background for their turn to explore the instruments.
A two-photo collage of students trying string instruments during a music activity. One student smiles while playing a large double bass, while another student plays a violin as classmates watch and wait for their turns.
A collage of elementary students in a classroom. The top photo shows a large group of smiling students gathered around their teacher while celebrating reaching a 90% class objective. The bottom photo shows students proudly holding up colorful self-portrait drawings.
A classroom collage showing students completing a cracker observation activity. Students examine and taste different crackers while recording details about their texture, color, size, and other characteristics on worksheets.
A collage of elementary students working together in the classroom. Students smile while showing off colorful worksheets and drawings, while other photos show students focused on coloring and completing their work at their desks.
Calling all Kindergarten families!

We're so excited to welcome our newest Odyssey Olympians! 💙💛

On August 20, after dropping off your kindergartener on their first day of school, please join us in the gym for a brief welcome and introduction to Odyssey. You'll hear from our Family Advocate, Secretary, and School Nurse and get a few helpful updates to start the year.

We can't wait to meet you and kick off an amazing school year together!
3 months ago, Odyssey Elementary
A colorful flyer welcoming kindergarten families to Odyssey Elementary. The title reads, "Kindergarten Parents: Join Us on August 20!" in bright rainbow letters with a purple banner. Below, the flyer invites parents to a brief welcome and introduction to Odyssey after dropping off their kindergartener on the first day of school. It instructs parents to meet in the gym, where the family advocate, secretary, and school nurse will share a few important updates. Playful illustrations include a smiling pencil, backpack, sunshine, hearts, stars, and colorful bunting, with icons representing the family advocate, secretary, and school nurse along the bottom.
Back to School Night is almost here! We can't wait to welcome our Odyssey families back for an exciting new school year.

📅 August 19
🕔 5:00–6:30 PM

Come meet your teacher, explore your classroom, and get ready for an amazing year. We can't wait to see you there! 💙💛
3 months ago, Odyssey Elementary
A colorful "Back to School Night" flyer for Odyssey Elementary. A large blue backpack is centered on a light blue background with a white grid pattern. School supplies, including a yellow ruler, green marker, pink fountain pen, and yellow pencil, peek out from behind the backpack. The front of the backpack displays the words "Back to School Night" in large white letters. The front pocket lists the event details: "August 19th, 5:00–6:30 PM." The Odyssey Elementary logo appears in the upper left corner.
Join Davis Reads 45 this summer! Students are challenged to read for 45 days, earning prizes every 5 days and a special end-of-summer event for those who complete the challenge. Pick up books during summer library hours. Families should check with their local elementary school for specific days and times. Regular summer reading helps prevent learning loss and supports continued academic growth. Contact your school or library to get started!
4 months ago, Davis School District
A parent and student reading a book. Davis Reads 45 Days of Summer
Odyssey grade level teams for the 2026–2027 school year! 💙
4 months ago, Odyssey Elementary
Odyssey grade level teams for the 2026–2027 school year! 💙
Odyssey grade level teams for the 2026–2027 school year! 💙
Odyssey grade level teams for the 2026–2027 school year! 💙
Odyssey grade level teams for the 2026–2027 school year! 💙
Odyssey grade level teams for the 2026–2027 school year! 💙
Odyssey grade level teams for the 2026–2027 school year! 💙
Odyssey grade level teams for the 2026–2027 school year! 💙
Davis School District has partnered with Waterford Upstart to provide our PreK children with an on-demand early learning program that gives you tools, coaching and resources so you can prepare your child for a bright future.

Program Benefits:

• Tailored software with fun and engaging lessons in reading, math and science that are done in just fifteen minutes a day
• Personalized family coaching and easy-to-use resources that support the work you’re already doing with your child
• A computer and internet access for those who qualify

Who Can Participate: Children entering kindergarten in Fall 2027

How to Apply: Visit signup.waterford.org/davisschooldistrict25 or call 1-888-982-9898
4 months ago, Davis School District
A teacher reading with a child. "Give your child a strong start in school"
Summer Office Hours: Wednesdays 9am-1pm
5 months ago, Odyssey Elementary
A flyer for Odyssey Elementary’s “Summer Office Hours.” The flyer has a light gray background with a blue and white checkered border across the top and bottom. Large blue, gray, and yellow text reads “SUMMER OFFICE HOURS.” Below, a blue box lists the office hours as Wednesdays from 9 AM to 1 PM. A blue exclamation mark and curved arrow graphic decorate the right side of the flyer.