Odyssey of the Mind Experience is a program that provides creative problem solving opportunities for students in grades K-5. Students apply their creativity to solve problems that range from building mechanical devices to presenting their own interpretation of literary classics. They then bring their solutions to a local showcase, tentatively scheduled for early March.

Odyssey of the Mind Experience consists of a team of 5-7 students coached by 1-2 parent volunteers. Teams meet after the school day to plan and implement their problem. Coordinators help set up teams and offer support for coaches. Parent support is an integral part of the Odyssey of the Mind Experience program. Parent volunteers are trained by district and building coordinators, who offer support and assistance throughout the duration of the program. If parent volunteers are not available to coach, some students may not be able to participate on a team. The cost of the program is $25 per child.

IF YOU REGISTER FOR THE WAITLIST, YOU WILL SOON BE NOTIFIED OF YOUR ACCEPTANCE TO A TEAM .

To register online:and pay by credit or debit card: Log on to the Community Pass online registration system through the link on the school district home page. Enter your username and password. This was sent home by mail in June and again in September, and is the same one you would use for Pay to Participate and Before and After School programs. If you do not have your username and password, e-mail your child’s name, grade, and address to program.registration@sbparents.org.

Questions about registering? E-Mail Deana Myers at Deana.Myers@sbschools.org
Questions about the program? E-Mail the District Coordinators: Sarah Shadell at sarah.shadell@sbschools.org. or Kelly Iadarola at kelly.iadarola@sbschools.org

Be sure to check out the OME blog: blogs.sbschools.org/ome for more tips and great ideas!