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Odyssey of the Mind
…an international educational program whose mission is to
provide Creative Problem-Solving opportunities for
students from kindergarten through college.
Odyssey of the Mind
WaiverAny student who is placed on a team must have a signed
waiver returned to Mr. Anderson before they will be
allowed to participate in Odyssey of the Mind
activities.
Long Term Problem Categories
Mechanical/Vehicle
Teams design, build and operate vehicles of various size and with
various power sources. Sometimes they drive the
vehicles, and sometimes the vehicles perform tasks, such as overcoming obstacles or visiting
other "countries" to retrieve artifacts.
Long Term Problem Categories
Technical Performance
Teams make innovative contraptions and incorporate artistic elements into their
solutions. They might be asked to write an original musical score to
play on a "new" type of instrument, or to build a robot with human
characteristics, or to perform tasks using a chain reaction of snapping
mousetraps.
Long Term Problem Categories
Classics
The theme of this problem is based on the classical -- from literature to architecture to art. Whether it's writing an additional chapter to Moby
Dick or bringing paintings to life, it's always a terrific
learning experience.
Long Term Problem Categories
Structure
Teams design and build structures, using only balsa
wood and glue. They test them by supporting and holding as
much weight as possible -- sometimes more than a
thousand pounds! Teams present a skit as part of the Style
presentation.
Long Term Problem Categories
Performance
In this problem, teams present performances that revolve
around a specific theme and incorporate required
elements. Past themes include "morphing" objects, animals
that express human emotions, and originating folktales.
Costs
WIS covering:• School Membership• $135 for first membership, $100 each
additional membership
Costs
Team Responisibilities:
Competition Day Registration:• $225 per team
• $32.14 per team member for a 7 member team
Costs
Team Responsibilities:
• Materials costs• Approximately $125-$145 per
team, depending on the problem category
• $18-$21 per team member for a 7 person team
Costs
Team Responsibilities:
Total Costs:• Approx. $50.14 - $53.14 per team
member for a 7-member team
Competition Registration + Team Materials, etc.
No child excluded for financial hardship. Contact Mrs. Falber.
Costs
Team Responsibilities:
World Finals:• If a team qualifies:
• 2015 OM World Finals team spent in the range of $1,300-$1400 per person.
• World Finals costs are not covered by the school.
How are teams formed?
Factors:• Student Interest & Availability• Coach Availability• Special consideration only for those
students whose parent(s)/guardian(s) coach a team
• Expressing interest does not guarantee placement on a team
Important Dates for All
September 18th
Final due date for student interest and coaching forms
All forms must be received by this date for possible team placement.
Remember, submitting a form does not guarantee team
placement.
Important Team Dates
DATE TBD (optional)Odyssey Day - FREE
Time: 9:00am to 12:15pmLocation - TBD
Important Team Dates
March 19th or April 2nd (TBD) 36th Annual CT State Tournament
Time – 8AM start (early, long day)Location - TBD
Important Team Dates
May 25th–28th
(if necessary)
World Finals
Location: Iowa State University
Important Coaching Dates
Coach Training*Mandatory*
November or January
Returning coaches only need to attend the afternoon
session.
Dates & Locations: TBD
Important Coaching Dates
Coaching World Finals Meeting
(if necessary)
*Mandatory*
Date, Time, & Location: TBD
Needs
Coaches• 2 per team (ideally)
Coaching Responsibilities
• District Screening• Attend coaches training• Guidance, Encouragement, & Teach
Skills• Handle team $• Logistics – Team Meetings, Reserve
space at WIS, Competition • Paperwork • Recruit 1 Judge and 1 Volunteer
(coach & parents)
More Information
www.ctom.orgwww.odysseyofthemind.org
