Odyssey of the Mind

Odyssey of the Mind is an international creative problem-solving competition for students that encourages teamwork, innovation, and critical thinking. Participants work in teams to develop solutions to unique, open-ended challenges, which may involve building structures, creating performances, or inventing new processes. The program fosters creativity by allowing students to think outside the box and use various skills, including science, engineering, and art. Teams present their solutions at regional, state, and world competitions, where they are judged on originality, effectiveness, and teamwork, promoting not just academic learning but also collaboration and lifelong problem-solving abilities.