Meetings and Grievance
Procedures
Board Meetings
The Board of Directors oversees
business decisions, future planning for the school, and adherence
to the school's mission and vision. Regular meetings are normally
scheduled for the fourth Thursday of each month. Meetings are
held at 4:00 p.m. Special and emergency meetings are called and
held as needed by the Board with 24 hours notice. All meetings
are open to the public and abide by Florida's Sunshine Law.
Board meeting dates, times
and agendas are posted in the front office of the school.
Board Meetings 2010 - 2011
Click HERE for Calendar of Board Meetings
Individuals or groups wishing
to address the Board at any meeting should arrive prior to the
meeting and sign-up on the Public Presentation form. Public presentations will be limited to three minutes. Concerns will not be addressed at the Board Meeting. All concerns will be addressed in writing in a timely manner.
Sensory and mobility impaired
persons seeking assistance for participation in any meeting should
contact Ms. Ortiz at Odyssey Charter School 733-0442.
Anyone who would like a copy
of a Board document must complete a public records request form
located in the school's office.
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Grievance Procedures
Step 1: Request Teacher conference to clarify issue.
Step 2: Contact Principal if unresolved with the teacher
Step 3: Contact identified person at Academia Central Florida Management Company
Step 4: Contact the President of the Governing Board
Step 5: Present issue at the next monthly Board of Directors Meeting if unresolved
Step 6:
Seek mediation with the Sponsor
Board of Directors
The Odyssey Charter School Board is a volunteer position typically filled by teachers and parents of students of OCS as well as business professionals from throughout our community. Meeting monthly through the school year, the Board of Directors oversees business decisions, future planning for the school, and adherence to the school’s mission and vision. The Board seeks out and accepts applications from capable individuals within the school and community when filling vacancies. Terms of office are typically three years to help get a working overview of school activities, needs and directions. All OCS Board Members can be contacted by calling 733-0442.
Bob Williams, President
Community Member and Parent, Term: 2005-2012
Mr. Williams is a 37 year Sales Professional. He holds a Platinum Degree from Hunter Douglas Window Fashions Institute. He is the President of Bob Williams Commercial Blinds in Palm Bay. Mr. Williams presently serves as Chairman on the Palm Bay Board of Adjustment, the Vice Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Board, and a member of the Media Ministry at Calvary Chapel. In the past, Mr. Williams served as President of the Cardinal Woods Neighborhood Association in Palm Bay, Chairman of Palm Bay Vision 2005 Committee, President of the Palm Beach Photography Association, and a member of the Babcock Street Department of Transportation Study. He resides in Palm Bay with his wife, Anne, and their daughter, Jessica, an Odyssey 7th grader and student since Kindergarten.
Andy Vega, Vice President
Parent, Term: 2002-2012
Mr. Vega is a Program Manager for the Mentor’s Network in Orlando. He has a Masters Degree in Business Administration from the University of Central Florida and a Bachelors Degree in Behavioral Analysis. He enjoys the opportunity to combine education and work in administration and performance management. Mr. Vega’s daughter, Gabby is a 7th grade student at Odyssey.
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Chris Glatz, Treasurer
School Director, Term: 2007-2012
Mr. Glatz is a certified human resource professional and specializes in sales, marketing, acquisitions, finance and cash flow management, providing assistance to numerous companies, such as Toronto Electric and Ford Motor Company. Mr. Glatz is the Executive director of Royal Palm Charter School. He earned his undergraduate degree in Marketing at Hartford University. He is also a six-year veteran of the United States Army.
Jessicah Nichols, Secretary
Teacher, Term: 2008-2011
Mrs. Nichols was a former educator at OCS and is currently an active mom of four children. She graduated from the University of Central Florida, earning a B.A. in Early Childhood Education. She has dedicated many hours to the benefit of OCS since 2003, as an educator, parent, and staff member.
Lee Feldman, Board Member
Palm Bay City Manager, Term: 2008-2011
Mr. Feldman is currently the City Manager for the City of Palm Bay and has been since 2002.
Previously, he was the City Manager for the City of North Miami from 1996 to 2002. Mr. Feldman
obtained his Master’s Degree in Governmental Administration from the Fels Center of Government at the University of Pennsylvania. Additionally, he has completed the Senior Executive in State and Local Government Program at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government.
Cliff Repperger Jr., Board Member
Attorney, Term: 2008-2011
Mr. Repperger is an attorney with Gray Robinson. He obtained his B.S. degree in Advertising from the University of Florida and his J.D. from the University of Miami School of Law. Previously he served as Assistant County Attorney for the Board of County Commissioners of Brevard County.
Dr. Jane Martin, Board Member
Teacher, Term: 2008-2011
Dr. Martin is a former OCS teacher. She obtained her Ph.D in Molecular Biology and Genetics from the Florida Institute of Technology. Dr. Martin will Chair the Odyssey Charter School Wellness Committee.
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