Online Coaches Training

1. Online Coaches Training WELCOME to MW Odyssey 2013-14

2. What is Odyssey of the Mind (OOTM)? • Debra Garling, Odyssey Coordinator • 460-6700 ext. 6764 dgarling@mw.k12.ny.us

3. WORLD CHAMPIONS

5. What is Odyssey of the Mind (OOTM)? • COACHES • HS: Joann & Jessica Mazzola Donna Wetzstein • MS: Maryann Shirley / Joanne McInerney Stacy Levine • CV: Lauren Phillips / Dianne D’Errico • NM: Kathy Doherty • PT: Liz Pesce & Tracie Foster Laurie Lapidus

6. What is Divergent Thinking? PAPERWORK Permission Slip (Regionals) Contracts- OMers - Parents T-Shirt Orders - Practice - Supporter

7. What is Odyssey of the Mind (OOTM)? What is Odyssey of the Mind (OotM)? • International Creative Problem-Solving Program • Based upon idea that creativity is a skill that can be taught and further developed w/practice • Team-effort, based loosely upon a sports model • Develops real-life communication and brainstorming skills, and rewards creativity in the solution of complex problems

8. History of Odyssey of the Mind History of Odyssey of the Mind Dr. C. Samuel Micklus (Dr. Sam) His college program expanded to NJ High Schools 1978-1979 OotMbegan

9. The Three Components of OOTM The Three Components of OOTM Long-Term Style Spontaneous • 50 Points • Elaboration of Long-Term • Pizzaz, Sparkle, Polish • Team Chosen Elements • 100 Points • On the Spot • Anything Goes • 3 Types • Verbal • Hands on- Hybrid • 200 Points • Specific Rules • Open-Ended • All Solutions Presented in Skit Form (8-min) Long-Term + Style + Spontaneous = Total Score Raw Scores are “Adjusted” so the team with highest raw score (for each component) receives the full possible score (200, 100, or 50 pts for the three components). Other team scores adjusted proportionally

10. The Long-Term Problems The Long-Term Problems Six new problems released each year Vehicle – Problem 1 Technical – Problem 2 Classics – Problem 3 Structure – Problem 4 Theatrical – Problem 5 Primary –Demonstration Only Cost limit to each problem (usually ~$125-145)

11. The Long-Term Problems #1: Vehicle: Driver’s Test Teams design/build/drive a vehicle that will travel a course where a student driver attempts to complete tasks in order to pass a driver’s test. Vehicle will travel using one propulsion system and then travel in reverse using a different propulsion system. Vehicle will encounter a directional signal and have a Global Positioning System (GPS) that talks to the driver. Team will create a theme for presentation that incorporates vehicle, a driver’s test, a student, and the talking GPS. Cost limit: $145 USD.Cost limit to each problem (usually ~$125-145)

12. #2: Technical: The Not-So-Haunted House The Long-Term Problems Teams create/present an original performance that includes a "pop-up-style" not-so-haunted "house" where 4 special effects take place. The intent of the special effects will be to scare others, but they will produce a different result instead. Performance will include at least one character that experiences the special effects and a narrator who relays the experiences to the audience. It will also include a surprise ending. Special effects will be scored for originality and engineering. Cost limit: $145 USD.

13. #3: Classics: It’s How We Rule The Long-Term Problems Teams re-create a King's Court from history & make their own Royal Court set in an original kingdom at a different time /place. Historic Court will issue a decree that fits in with its history, while the team-created Royal Court will issue a decree that changes an everyday behavior for the people in kingdom. Historic court will be composed as team wishes, but original Royal Court will be made up of a leader, a minstrel that performs a song while playing a team-created instrument, and a jester that makes fun of the leader. Performance will include puppets and a Peoplet(person portrayed as puppet), and will be scored for humor. Cost limit: $125 USD.

14. The Long-Term Problems #4: Structure: The Stackable Structure Teams design/build a structure made up of separate components stacked on top of one another. Structure components will be made of only balsa wood and glue, and will be tested by balancing and supporting weights after they are stacked. Teams will be scored for the number of components they use in their final structure. Before they are stacked, the separate components will be integrated into an artistic representation of Earth. Team will include the stacking of the components, placement of the weights, and Earth into the theme of its performance. Cost limit: $145 USD.

15. #5: Theatrical: Seeing is Believing The Long-Term Problems Teams create/present an original performance about a community that feels threatened by something in a location it has never visited. Community townspeople will use a creative method to select one or more Travelers to visit and explore the location. While at the location, a Traveler will use a means of communication to send a message home to convince the community that there is nothing to fear. Performance will also include a narrator character, two rhymes about the travels, and a moving set piece. Cost limit: $125 USD

16. Spontaneous Problems SPONTANEOUS • Verbal – verbal response • “Name something that is _______” • Hands on – manipulation of material • “Build the Tallest Tower” • Verbal/Hands On (Hybrid) –verbal / hands on • Aluminum Foil

17. STYLE Style is the elaboration of the Long-Term Team shows judges what they are particularly excited about or most proud Style is presented during Long-Term

18. Outside Assistance Outside Assistance The Team MUST conceive, design, construct, and perform their own ideas. OOTM is a Hands-On Program for Kids, but a Hands-Off Program for Adults OUTSIDE ASSISTANCE

19. Penalties PENALTIES Outside Assistance –from anyone: coach, parents, other kids, audience. (-5 to -200 points). Spirit of the Problem - circumventing rules in either Long-Term or Spontaneous (-1 to -100 Points). Unsportsmanlike Conduct - impairing another team’s solution, disruptive behavior, inappropriate language. Intentional (or unintentional) damage to facilities (-1 to -100 points). Incorrect/Missing Membership Sign–-1 to -15 points. Over Cost Limit – Materials over cost limit (-1 to -100 points) Over Time Limit – For each 10 sec or fraction (-5 points)

20. Penalties PRACTICE • Snack • Odyssey notebook • Folder • Adhere to pickup/drop off times! Creativity, Brainstorming,&Teamwork

21. Tournaments Tournaments • Odyssey of the Mind tournaments are held in the spring of each year around the world at various levels • Local • Regional • State / Country • World Finals • Although a competition, it is also meantto be a time for the teams to be rewarded and to have FUN!

22. OOTM Recognition Odyssey of the Mind Recognition OMER’s AwardIn recognition of teams or individuals who demonstrate outstanding sportsmanship, exemplary behavior, and exceptional talent Ranatra Fuscapresented to teams or individuals who exhibit exceptional creativity, either through some aspect of their problem solution, or an extraordinary idea beyond the problem solution Tournament Placementdetermined by total score Ties are awarded if there is less than 1 point difference

23. Be Creative ! Odyssey of the Mind Be Creative !

24. What is the Role of the Coach? Role of the Coach • Scheduler • (how often, when and where team meets) • Facilitator • (helps the team stay organized) • Teacher • (teaches basic skills) • Asks QUESTIONS • (to help team focus, open-ended) • Spontaneous practice • (practice often, variety, strategies)

25. Team Building ROLE of the OMer Do ALL the work!

26. Team Building ROLE of the Parents Get kids to & from practice Attend 8 million fund raisers Encouragement

27. STUDENT Expectation ____ I realize that no ODYSSEY problem has only one solution, and that a successful team is one whichcooperates by considering EVERYONE'S ideas. I will not criticize anyone's ideas. ____ I agree that my behavior at meetings will be constructive. If it is behavior that is not appropriate inschool, it is not appropriate at an ODYSSEY meeting. ____ I agree to cooperate on whatever solution the team chooses, even if it is not my first choice. ____ I agree that all solutions, 'including props, costumes, signs, etc…, will be made completely by me or a member of my team. I realize that if there is any part of our solution that the team cannot complete without assistance, we must redesign that part of the solution. ____ I understand that, at the meet, only 5 team members may participate in the spontaneous solution. ____ I understand that the ODYSSEY program recognizes all teams that bring a solution to the tournaments are considered "winners." ____ I agree to show other teams the utmost respect and good sportsmanship. ____ I will maintain my academic eligibility to participate in Odyssey. (MS/HS) Team Building CONTRACTS

28. PARENT Expectation cont. ____ I realize that my child's coach(es) will be contributing a significant amount of time and effort to provide a rewarding experience. ____ If asked I can providing snacks when it is my turn. ____I will be punctual when dropping off or picking up my child from meetings. ____ I agree to discuss all items listed above with my child. ____I understand that there will be fund raising involved and I will help out in any way that I can. ____ I agree, in the proper spirit of ODYSSEY, not to interfere with team's solutions. All creations, inventions, decorations, ideas, must come from the team members. NO OUTSIDE ASSISTANCE! ____ If work is done at home, I will not be involved. ____ I agree to make every effort to have my child attend each meeting. If there is a conflict, either my child or I will notify the coach(es). I understand that each team member is critical, and I will see that my child honors his/her commitment to team. Team Building

31. Team Building PRICES Short Sleeve Long Sleeve S-XL $20.00 S-XL $20.00 2XL-3XL $23.00 2XL-3XL $23.00 *about $2 from every shirt goes to Moscati Scholarship All shirts adult sized. Not youth Long sleeve option is in classic shirt style

32. New this Year • ALL checks made payable to MWCSD with Odyssey on the memo line • Parents transport OMers to/from BOCES for Regional competition

33. Team Building FUND RAISING

34. Costs subsidized by FR • Regional/State Shirts • Meals at States / WF travel days • Partial prop transport cost • Moscati Scholarship

35. Team Building FUND RAISING FAQs • Last year’s efforts • Time frame • Amount needed • Teams that move on hold a FR! • This Year’s GOAL= • $10,000

36. Team Building FUNDRAISING Opportunities • ENC • Spont Night • Community Performances

37. Team Building Team FUNDRAISING Ideas • UNO’s • School Hat Days • Applebee’s Breakfast • McDonald’s • Car wash • Etc…

38. Team Building MW Odyssey Merchandize CC Magnets CC Window Clings Shopping Tote Bags Wristbands Shirts Hoodies

39. Team Building FUND RAISING FUDGE SALES

40. Team Building FUDGE SALES • Sales begin tonight! • Sales end 12/2 • Goal per OMer = $100 • 40% • OMer competition

41. OMer with top sales wins prize!

42. Team Building RAFFLE: Win a new ipad air! Tickets $10 each 3 for $25 5 for $40

43. Team Building ipadAir RAFFLE • Sales begin ASAP • Sales end 12/13 • Goal per OMer/coach = 5 tickets • Costs to FR @ $600 • OMer competition

44. Team Building FUND RAISING Supervising Parent Laurie Rodenheiser

45. Volunteer Help Transportation Committee: Props to Regionals/States Text or call Debra (845) 597-6591

46. Team Building FUNDRAISING Spaghetti Dinner/ i-pad Raffle 50/50 raffle Fudge Sales Supporter Shirt Sales Friday, December 13th Leslie McInerney

47. Team Building End of Year Banquet For OMers Early June

48. What is Odyssey of the Mind (OOTM)? Important DATES Spaghetti Dinner 12/13 Spontaneous Night 2/4 Regional Tourney 3/1 Community Performances 4/10 State Competition 4/12 Worlds 5/27-31

49. What is Odyssey of the Mind (OOTM)? Hotel Reservations STATES: Friday, April 11 Holiday Inn Arena: 2-8 Hawley Street, Binghamton 1 (607) 722-1212 WORLDS: May 27- May 31 Iowa State University Ames, Iowa (see web site for hotel options)

50. What is Odyssey of the Mind (OOTM)? G&T EXPAND Web Pages http://mw.k12.ny.us/