Odyssey of the Mind
Calling all engineers, writers, actors, scientists, problem-solvers, project managers, artists, and creative thinkers!
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Odyssey of the Mind (OOTM) is an international creative problem-solving program where students work together in teams to solve challenges in fun and imaginative ways. The OOTM season runs from October through March.
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What Students Do
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In Odyssey of the Mind, teams of 5–7 students will:
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Develop a solution to a complex problem by creating an 8-minute skit.
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Practice creative thinking and risk-taking.
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Learn new skills and strengthen existing ones.
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Build confidence in their abilities.
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Have fun, make friends, and learn at the same time!
Present their skits and solve an on-the-spot problem at the Regional Tournament.
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Got a coach and a team?
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If you already have a team of 5–7 students, you can become a coach and lead them through this exciting program. To get started, please email OOTM Chair Rupa Vass at florispta.ootm@gmail.com.
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Learn More
For details about this year’s problems and how Odyssey works, visit:
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