Odyssey of the Mind is an international program aimed at developing creative problem-solving skills in children of all ages. The program encourages teamwork, critical analysis of ideas, effective conflict resolution, flexible creative thinking, and on-stage performance skills. Students are placed in teams of 5-7 students based on grade level, interests, child preferences, and balance. Grades 1-2 participate in Primary Division and Grades 3-5 in Division 1. Participants have the opportunity to compete at the Maryland State Tournament in the Spring, with the potential to advance to the World Finals. More information on the program can be found here: https://bit.ly/OOTMflyer2425
Parent Information Meeting: A virtual parent information meeting will be held on September 24 at 7:00pm. Sign up here: https://bit.ly/OOTMParentMeeting2425. The program is run entirely by parent volunteers and parent participation in this program is vital to its success.
Registration: Due by September 27 using this link: https://bit.ly/OOTM2425
Date and Time: The program meets Friday afternoons at 4:15 pm at Bells Mill, beginning October 11 (Note that beginning in January, many teams will add weekend meetings). The program runs through March 2025.
Cost: Final cost will be determined based on the number of participants. The 2023 program fee was $100, payable via Zelle or Venmo. The fee covers team registration fees, t-shirt, materials for spontaneous problems, room rentals and other needs that arise.
If you have additional program questions or require financial assistance, please email [email protected].