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!
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.
Please link to our 2020-2021 Additions page for additional details.
COACH TRAINING #1
Novice to Advances Coach Training Sessions
November 14
9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Zoom Call utilizing breakout rooms
Coach Training is a great resource for coaches and anyone, really, who wants to know more about Odyssey. It is a wonderful day to learn from our region’s "experts." Training sessions in Style, Long Term and Spontaneous. Plus Q & A with Problem Captains and open discussion.
COACH TRAINING #2
Competition Edition: from paperwork to parking
February TBD
Time TBD
Please LINK for registration
Coaches & Coordinators are invited to attend this very informative Coach training session. This session will focus on Navigating the virtual and in-person (if available) competitions. We’ll cover paperwork, final practice tips, day-of tips, competition logistics, interpreting your scores, handling your parents, awards ceremony, etc, etc. Experienced coaches will be on hand to answer any questions.
JUDGE TRAINING
Mandatory training for all Long Term and Spontaneous judges who will be judging at the WPA Regional Competitions ( In-Person and Virtual) or Spontaneous Fun Day. Get in-depth knowledge from your Regional Problem Captain and learn what is expected on competition day.
REGIONAL COMPETITION: IN-PERSON
The Big Day!
Location: This In-Person Competition has been MOVED TO AN ON-LINE COMPETITION
Deadline to Submit On-Line Materials:
March 6 at Noon
In-Person Competition for teams with Traditional Memberships who Registered to compete in person, if available. If an In-Person event is not possible, these teams will follow the Virtual Competition submission guidelines and compete in their own track, known as the On-Line Track,
REGIONAL COMPETITION: VIRTUAL
The Big Day!
Deadline to Submit Virtual Materials:
March 6 at Noon
Virtual Competitions for all teams who registered to compete virtually.
SPONTANEOUS FUN DAY
February: TBD
Practice spontaneous problems and get feedback from experienced coaches and OMers!
IMPORTANT DEADLINES
Jan. 15 Deadline - 11:59 PM - to register to a WPA Regional Competition
Feb. TBD Deadline to submit a clarification request.
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.