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WELCOMe
Odyssey of the Mind is an international creative problem solving program and competition for students in grades K-college. It fosters teamwork, divergent thinking, risk-taking, creativity - and much more! Students work in small teams and solve open-ended problems. They learn to think on their feet, analyze results, & see things differently! It's FUN & CHALLENGING. If you've never done Odyssey of the Mind before, this is your year to start!
ODYSSEY HIGHLIGHTS
World Champions
P5 D3
Congratulations Upper St. Clair HS
Team #32374 P5 D3 &
Coaches Laura Murtough, Stacey Seewald & Meridith Markovitz on your fantastic 1st Place finish at 2020 Virtual World Finals!
We are PROUD of you!!
Thank You!
Our Events
Notice: there will be an Odyssey of the Mind 2020-2021 Season! Due to COVID-19 and the evolving restrictions, though, it may look a little different. Your Regional, State, and National leaders will inform you of the latest information. Please be in touch so you receive the latest information.
COACH TRAINING #1
Novice to Advanced coach training sessions. Including Coordinator Round table discussion.
COACH TRAINING #2
February TBD
Robert Morris U.
6001 Univ. Blvd, Moon Twp
Hale Hall - Parking lot #9/10
9:30 AM -11:30 PM
Coach Registration
Competition Edition: from paperwork to parking.
SUNDAY CREATIVITY FESTIVAL
This event is by invitation only and is focused on providing a competitive experience for organizations who are not able to compete in the Saturday WPA Odyssey events.
JUDGE TRAINING
February TBD
Robert Morris U.
6001 Univ. Blvd, Moon Twp
Hale Hall - Parking lot #30
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM incl lunch
Judge Registration required
Mandatory training for all judges whether they are judging at the Regional Competition or Spontaneous Fun Day
SPONTANEOUS
FUN DAY
February TBD
Linton MS, Penn Hills
250 Aster Street, Penn Hills, PA
9:00 AM – Judges & volun. report
9:30 AM – Team check in
10:00 AM – Competition begins
REGISTRATION Required
deadline: January 25
Optional event where teams compete in practice several problems in a competitive setting.
STATE FINALS
April TBD
Lock Haven University
Lock Haven, PA
Advancing teams compete against the best teams from PA's 6 Regions!
important deadlines
Jan. 15 Deadline - 11:59 PM – to register for WPA
Regional Competition
Jan. TBD Deadline – to register for Spont. Fun Day
Feb. TBD Deadline - to submit clarification requests
Bring Odyssey of the Mind to your Students This Year!
KEEP IN TOUCH
We're here to Help
Regional Directors
Angela Melton, 412.848.1342
Susan Rosati, 412.418.9117
Connect to problem captains, event coordinators, etc.