Background
Carly Bradshaw graduated from The University of Texas at Austin where she received her Master’s of Science in Social Work and her Bachelor’s of Science in Communications Studies. During her Master’s program, she received certification in Non-Profit Management. Before coming to work for Odyssey School in early February of 2011, Carly was the Development and Communications Officer at the Literacy Coalition of Central Texas here in Austin. She has a variety of fund development experience including grant writing, event planning and coordination, designing marketing and communications materials, and much more. When you meet Carly, it is clear that she has a passion for communications and connecting with people. During her free time, Carly and her husband Chad volunteer with Capernaum YoungLife serving kids with special needs.
The Odyssey Difference
I came to work at Odyssey School after my husband had been working here for a semester. He would come home every day talking about the kids and the amazing learning environment. After visiting the school during the Thanksgiving Family Day, I knew Odyssey School was a phenomenal program with spectacular children. With my fundraiser mindset, coupled with Odyssey’s vision for the future, I could not pass up the opportunity to be a part of this organization. I work at Odyssey School because it’s a school and a program that I believe in. I have the pleasure to see students’ tangible successes every day at the school. With all of the education issues swirling around, Odyssey School is supporting children who fall through the cracks of public school. It’s a joy to see how these students thrive every day!
Carly J. Bradshaw, MSSW
Development Director
