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Odyssey Charter School Makes Greek the Core of American Education - GreekReporter.com
- Odyssey Charter School in Wilmington requires Greek language study for all students, regardless of heritage.
- The immersion model divides subjects: English-led classes in English; Greek-led classes in Greek for math and science.
- School leaders argue Greek knowledge supports STEM and English vocabulary development through etymology.
- The program aims to prepare students for Ellinomatheia exams and university credit.
- Odyssey has won the Yass Prize and received a $1.6 million grant from the Longwood Foundation.
- The new building opened September 18, supporting the Greek Language Immersion School.
- Odyssey emphasizes a bilingual approach to strengthen cognitive skills and global leadership.
- Executive leadership frames Greek study as a pathway to innovation and culture in America.
- The school operates via lottery to reflect Delaware’s diverse community.
- Odyssey collaborates with institutions such as Harvard to expand opportunities in Greece.
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