Ready to start your adventure beyond the box?
Trying to start the creative thinking program Odyssey of the Mind in your school, district, or community? We’re here to help!
Odyssey of the Mind (OM) is one of the most “beyond the box” thinking programs that is for affordable to allow every young person the opportunity to participate! OM is a global creative, innovative, teamwork program helping students develop skills that will build a better future for all.
Since Odyssey of the Mind is a worldwide competition, there are a few steps to getting started. Let’s break those down.
Steps
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Generate Interest
Get parents, kids and administrators excited to start solving. Any school, home school, or community group can participate. For more information contact Association Director.
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Get Your Memberships
There are three steps to full team participation, and it all starts with the International Membership. Learn more about memberships. Or, and get started by purchasing your International Membership here.
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Form a Team
Teams may contain up to seven members and must have a coach who is over 18. Need helpful ideas on how to to recruit members contact Association Director.
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Pick Your Problem
Odyssey of the mind has a challenge for everyone, from engineering and building to drama and performance. Choose the problem that best fits your team’s interests and skills.
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Brainstorm & Create
Team members work together without any outside assistance from their coach to create a solution they truly own.
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Compete!
All teams will compete at a Tournament during the season. Here’s where kids get to show off their ideas and appreciate others.
What to expect
A Peek Inside From the Odyssey Academy
The Odyssey Academy is your step-by-step to the OM experience, led by long-time volunteer and Odyssey of the Mind alum, Dr. Jim Mourey.
In this course, learn about about the coach role in OM and what’s expected from your team.