Odyssey Charter Schools in Pasadena Run To Rebuild After Eaton Fire External Inbox
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LOS ANGELES - Californer -- In the aftermath of the Eaton Canyon fire, Odyssey Charter Schools is proud to announce the return of a tradition with renewed purpose: HomeRUN For Odyssey. As the school's annual Run-for-Fun event, this year it has evolved into a powerful symbol of resilience, unity and hope for the community.

On Friday, May 30, 2025, students, families and community members will take to the field not just for fun, but for a future—raising vital funds to restore enrichment programs lost in the wake of the fire. Every lap run by the students helps rebuild access to the arts, music, field trips and hands-on learning that define the Odyssey experience.

Event Details

What: HomeRUN For Odyssey, a school-wide fundraising run

When: Friday, May 30, 2025, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm

Where: Eaton Blanche Park, 3100 E Del Mar Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107

Who: Odyssey Charter School's students, families, staff and supporters

Why: To raise funds for enrichment programs and celebrate community resilience

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How to Donate
Odyssey South, visit:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/peer-to-peer/homerun-4-odyssey-south
Odyssey North, visit:
https://www.zeffy.com/peer-to-peer/home-run-for-odyssey

Media Contact
Alexandra Rowinski
Strategic Marketing & Social Media Consultant
alexandra@rowinmedia.com
310.962.4213

About Odyssey Charter Schools
Odyssey Charter Schools operate two campuses in Altadena and Pasadena, California, offering whole-child educational programs that emphasize academic excellence, social responsibility and social-emotional well-being. With a mission to create a nurturing environment, Odyssey Charter Schools empower self-directed students from diverse backgrounds to develop academic skills and real-life knowledge through exploration, reflection and collaboration with peers, teachers, parents and the broader community. Website: https://www.odysseycharterschool.org/home

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Odyssey Charter (OCS South Campus): 119 West Palm Street Altadena, CA 91001. 626. 209.5635. 2024-2025 marks our seventh year of operation as a free, TK-8th grade public charter school proudly serving 380 students. OCS- South is authorized by the Pasadena Unified School District.

Odyssey Charter (OCS North Campus): 725 West Altadena Drive Altadena, CA 91001, 626.229.0993. The 2024-2025 year marks the 25th year of operation as a free, K-8th public charter school proudly serving 470 students. Odyssey Charter Schools is authorized by the Los Angeles County Office of Education Charter School.

On January 8, 2025, the Odyssey Charter School's South Campus was destroyed in the Eaton Fire in Altadena, California. The school is committed  to rebuilding and coming together as a community to restore what was lost.

Follow Odyssey Charter Schools: Instagram: @odysseycharterschools, @ocssouth
Join the movement. Run for resilience. | #EveryLapCounts #IRun4Odyssey