Odyssey of the Mind is a competitive
program, but it’s nothing like your typical sporting event. The
competitive element encourages kids to be the best that they can be,
but it’s a friendly competition. Kids learn from and even cheer on
their competitors. Odyssey of the Mind is not a college bowl or a
competition about knowledge. It’s all about creativity, an often
overlooked element in the growth and development of many students. Kids
are rewarded more for how they apply their knowledge, skills and
talents, and not for coming up with the right answer. In fact, in
Odyssey of the Mind problems, there isn’t one right answer. Ever.
Schools or community groups purchase a membership and form teams of up
to seven students. Each team chooses one of five competitive problems
to solve. The problems appeal to a wide range of interests; some are
technical in nature, while others are artistic or performance-oriented.
Under the guidance of an adult coach, teams work on their solutions
throughout the school year and, if they choose, present them in
organized competitions in the spring. The “friendly” competitive aspect
encourages students to be the best that they can be
For more info on how your child can get involved: http://odysseyofthemind.org/learn_more.php
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