Welcome
The Odyssey of the Mind School Program fosters creative thinking
and problem-solving skills among participating students from kindergarten
through college. It features an annual competition component at
local through international levels. Students solve problems in a
variety of areas, from building mechanical devices such as spring-driven
vehicles to giving their own interpretation of literary classics.
Through solving problems, students learn lifelong skills such as
working with others as a team, evaluating ideas, making decisions,
and creating solutions while also developing self-confidence from
their experiences. For more information visit the "What
is Odyssey of the Mind" page on the national web site.
Our Organization's Goals
- Provide an educational alternative which develops students'
creative problem solving skills through experimentation, original
thinking, and risk taking.
- Give students recognition and a sense of achievement. Improve
students' communication skills.
- Provide a program that encourages the development of cooperative
learning strategies.
- Provide, at all age levels, a positive atmosphere where quality
team work and competitive sportsmanship are exhibited.
- Cooperate with the educational community by providing students
with the opportunity to participate in authentic performances.
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2008 State Finals Scores
Restaurant Fundraiser During State Finals - donate a portion of your meal check to PA Odyssey of the Mind when you eat at participating restaurants in Altoona on Friday and Saturday. Click here for details.
Team photos at State Finals - Premier Portraits will be taking team photos at State Finals, 8:30-3:30 in Room 108 in Bldg. B. Each team may receive one free photo. Additional photos may be ordered at the tournament and on the Monday following the tournament from the Premier Portraits web site. Photos will be available for pickup at the tournament. Download the order form here and connect to the Premier Portraits web site here.
Premier Portraits web site:
ctpremierportraits.com
"Homestay program"- Odyssey teams needed for Homestay visits by foreign teams, following World Finals. Your team does not have to be competing at World Finals to participate in the Homestay program. Click here for more info
State Finals tournament - April 12th, 2008
State Board metting - April 13th, 2008
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