Teachers are trained in “Capturing Kids’ Hearts,” a program that encourages staff and students to work together through respectful interactions.  The years from ages ten to fourteen are challenging for all children as their bodies and interests change daily.  At Odom we work to support children as they work through those difficult years to emerge as young adults ready to face high school and the world.

Academic success is a major focus on all we do at Odom. Success on the State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR) is often the defining accomplishment of a public school, but it is only one component of a middle school that meets the needs of all students.  Odom has excelled on the STAAR for the last two years, exceeding minimum expectations and earning six (2014-15) and seven (2015-16) TEA Distinctions.  Additionally, Odom students shine in the fine arts and athletics.  Dance, band, choir, orchestra, theatre, and visual arts give students opportunities to discover talents beyond the classroom.