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Because our family loves ODA! Our kids are happy, engaged and feel like they are a part of something very special. We are so blessed to have educators and coaches that are invested in our boys’ success. Thank you ODA!

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We give to shape our future leaders! Thank you to the ODA teachers and staff for supporting our student athletes! GO THUNDER!

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because I am forever grateful to watch my kids grow and learn through their experiences at this school. We love the ODA family. We are thankful for the faculty and staff, our fellow families, and the Leadership Team that always puts the child first!

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Gray enjoying his newfound love for reading. 

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ODA because they support our children in every way. Watching our son’s expansive interests grow from Pre-K to 2nd Grade at ODA has been incredible. The tools our students are provided with are unmatched. Thank you for all the school does each and everyday.

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This wonderful community, it's family.  We have amazing students!  I can't wait to come to work everyday to interact with them and challenge them academically.

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...inspiring educators that help create a love of learning. Our youngest students are part of a school family that encourages them to grow and become good citizens.  How lucky are we?  - Denise Aberle

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ODA because of their incredible community of families, top notch faculty and staff, and legacy of academic excellence. My three children love their teachers, and the education and experience they receive at Out-of-Door is invaluable.
-Audrey Randall

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All of the special programs and offerings that make ODA such a unique place. Our children can be a part of any academic, artistic or athletic program they want to try. They are encouraged by our wonderful team of educators and coaches to step outside of their comfort zone and go for it! ODA is their home away from home - Katie Rauch

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Our academics, provided by awesome educators, and our RISER values that are demonstrated by our students. I am very grateful to be a part of this wonderful community!

Tom Murphy

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The ODA Advancement & Communications Teams! The best teams around!

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Our amazing ODA performing and visual arts students and our amazing educators. We strive to create and make a difference in our world. I am grateful and honored to be part of this amazing school! - Erick Crow

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... our core values—respect, integrity, service, excellence, responsibility. I am honored to be a part of this special and giving community. I pay it forward on behalf of the educational and social support my children received during their time at ODA.
- Kim Chait

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Our incredible faculty and staff, all of whom are committed to making ODA a place where students thrive!

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The smiles created all over and keep them coming!

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I give to support the amazing family that makes up ODA. Our students are loved, supported, and encouraged to be the best they can be.

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an institution that not only provides a place for knowledge and exploration to occur, but also a place for it to grow and mature through our students and educators. There is no other place like this in this area. I give so that I can continue to cherish it.

-T.J. Woolford

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The amazing community that ODA thrives on, the scholars that we help flourish and the RISER values we uphold.

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The incredible place I proudly come to work every morning. A place in which creative freedom and innovation are embraced without any judgement. A place in which educators are encouraged to grow and treated professionally. A place in which strong bonds with talented students are formed. And most importantly, a place where sincere friendships are found.

-Fernando Azcona

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the whole range of the school's efforts, especially providing financial aid to certain ODA families.
-Chris Bernsen

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a school that challenges students with strong academics, great athletics and incredible performing and visual arts opportunities; all in an inclusive environment.
~Monica Baldwin

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The amazing ODA community of educators that lead our students by embracing and living our core values, helping students to find a balance between academics, arts, and athletics. GO THUNDER!

-Jay Mahn

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the school I am proud to work at, the second home for my children, and the community I am grateful to be a part of.

Michelle Ulrich

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The entire, amazing ODA community. So many wonderful, committed, kind, and open-hearted people who make ODA a place I look forward to coming to every day. ODA is by far the best place I have ever worked and I am grateful every single day for the privilege of being here! --Louie Simon

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This is our community, a place where my children are cherished and embraced for their own unique qualities and talents. Out-of-door is where they are allowed to shine. This is a place they love and feel loved. It is our home.

-Leslie Garasic

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Passion!  For every educator and student who has an idea, innovates, asks ODA for assistance, and goes the extra mile to achieve--may each and every one of them be met with a resounding, "YES!  We have the means to support you!"
-Julie Bianchi

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ODA community pride and spirit!

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Because our students have access to life changing teachers, administration and coaches! I am so grateful to be a part of this amazing community. GO THUNDER!

-Coach Hollway

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the school where I am proud to work. I happily get up early every morning so that I can rejoin this amazing community of educators and students. The students make me smile; my colleagues inspire me!
- Ellen Zitani

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The opportunities afforded to the students is unmatched!  The teachers work hard to deliver a well-rounded education, providing opportunities to learn in and out of the classroom, helping to develop the talents of each student, and inspire the next generation of leaders and scholars.

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All of the resources that teachers have access to in order to make lessons hands-on, engaging, differentiated, and exciting! I am not limited to pencil and paper, and this allows me to bring history to life in so many ways!
-Rebecca Walsh

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The one-of-a-kind ODA community of talented students who can explore their passions and pursue their dreams academically, artistically, and athletically. ODA's success is driven by superior educators dedicated to inspire students to be lifelong learners.
-Dana Calo

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Our amazing Educators who give their all, every single day, to enhance the experience of academics, arts and athletics that inspire each student to leverage and grow their unique talents on their journey at ODA.
~Kathryn Phelps

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Our dedicated faculty and staff, who shape and inspire future generations.

-Brittany Mann

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the tremendous potential of an organization that continues to evolve and iterate while being faithful to the value of excellence in teaching. ODA is great place to grow for students and professionals alike.

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The beautiful balance of academic challenge and joy of childhood that support my family and others. ODA is a place where talents are discovered and opportunities are provided by incredible educators who are fully vested and truly love their students.  The Out-of-Door Academy has been a gift to my family and we want to ensure it continues to be a gift to others even after our kids are gone.
-Jessica Banks

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Our incredible community of educators who are dedicated to providing our children with the best education possible, grounded in our RISER values.  They nurtured my little peanut for 14 years; I am so grateful!

We love ODA - it is our second home!

-Laura Murphy and family

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The amazing environment that supports both the academic and social/emotional well being of our students. As a current ODA parent and educator, I am grateful for the genuine love and care this community has for all of its members.
- Caylyn Wells

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ODA's mission to deliver a well-rounded education in line with the school's core values.
- Kim Metrokotsas

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The one-of-a-kind educational opportunities provided by ODA! - Lexi Fiedler

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Our talented educators. They fully believe in supporting each student to help them achieve personal success in every aspect of their lives at ODA–academics, athletics, and the arts!
-Alyse Evasius