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A Big Thank You and a Big Welcome!
All of us at NorCal Odyssey of the Mind are looking forward to the 2024-2025 season. We can’t wait to see your one-of-a-kind solutions and smiling faces.
Congratulations Janis Dewar Distinguished Service Award Winner Lisa McLaughlin
We are thrilled to honor Lisa, an Odyssey of the Mind volunteer who has been a part of Odyssey of the Mind for over 40 years.
Congratulations Janis Dewar Distinguished Service Award Winner Linda Schmidt
We are thrilled to honor Linda, an Odyssey of the Mind volunteer who has been making a big difference behind the scenes for NorCal students.
2024-2025 Long-Term Problem Synopses are here!
Every year Odyssey HQ releases new problems that touch on six different areas. Which one will you solve?
NorCal World Finalists
Thank you for all your hard work representing Northern California! We’re proud of you all!
“Make it the best it can be.” Remembering Dr. Sam.
We share some sad news. Dr. Sam, the founder of Odyssey of the Mind, has passed. We remember him with a warm heart and the memories that are created in Odyssey.
How are Spontaneous Problems Chosen for Competitions?
Approximately ⅓ of your final calculated score is based on Spontaneous. Practice, practice, practice…AND…Have fun realizing that on-the-spot creativity can be helped along with advanced prep!
Good News! You Can Modify.
This is when teams are re-evaluating their solutions in light of their experiences at their Qualifying Tournament. And yes, you have the opportunity to make adjustments to your solution given what you learned.
Time to Celebrate!
Congratulations! You and your team did it! As you know by now, just getting your team to the tournament and overcoming all the challenges before, during and after competition is QUITE AN ACCOMPLISHMENT!
Getting Ready for Tournament: Paperwork
Success in Odyssey of the Mind should NOT be measured by whether or not the team goes on to the State Finals. Teams have learned many life lessons and skills along the way.