Glen Lake Odyssey of Mind heads to world championships

From staff reports

In late April, Leelanau’s newest one-of-a-kind vehicle carried the Glen Lake Odyssey of the Mind (OM) team to a state championship in Grand Rapids. As part of a twist on the Wizard of OZ, the GL Tor”o”nado had to incorporate at least two propulsion systems, carry a team member, fit inside a designated area, move backwards and forwards 14 feet AND show emotions in the process. The team’s vehicle accomplished all that and more as it motored through the Traverse City regional and on to the state finals.

Now, as state champions, the team is automatically qualified for the world finals on May 23 at Iowa State University. But to get there, the team needs to raise $6,000 by May 7. The OM Team seeks donations to help its vehicle compete at the highest level.

Odyssey of the Mind does not distinguish between size or type of school, so the Glen Lake team (with an average class size of 64 students) typically competes against schools many times its size. View this short prezi, which tells the team’s story. You can also follow the current GL OM team through its blog, and keep the ball rolling for future teams.

Please send any donation via check to:

Kim Wright, Principal
Glen Lake Schools
3375 W. Burdickville Road
Maple City, MI 49664
Memo field: OM Account – WORLDS

This GlenArbor.com story was sponsored by On the Narrows Marina.