Odyssey of the Mind
Creativity. Teamwork. Ingenuity. Artistry.
Our school’s Odyssey of the Mind (OM) program is proudly sponsored, funded, and organized by Pine Valley Middle PTA! Thanks to our amazing parent community and fundraising efforts, we are able to bring this creative problem-solving experience directly to our students completely free of administrative barriers.
What is Odyssey of the mind?
What is Odyssey of the mind? ![]()
What is Odyssey of the mind?
Odyssey of the Mind is a team-based creativity and STEM/STEAM program in which groups of 3 to 7 students solve one of several problems put out each year by the OM organization.
Unlike traditional academics focused on finding a single right answer, Odyssey relies on divergent thinking to spark infinite solutions, teaching kids how to think on their feet, build teamwork, manage budgets, and have an absolute blast.
See Odyssey of The Mind in Action!
See Odyssey of The Mind in Action! ![]()
Learn about Odyssey of the mind Team-focused challenges
Learn about Odyssey of the mind Team-focused challenges![]()
Learn about Odyssey of the mind Team-focused challenges
Are you a builder? A writer? Performer? Pick a problem, find your passion!
2026-2027 OM Challenges
🏆 Our Proud History & Past Winners 🏆
🏆 Our Proud History & Past Winners 🏆![]()
🏆 Our Proud History & Past Winners 🏆
Pine Valley Middle students have a phenomenal track record of thinking outside the box!
2026 Season
Multiple Pine Valley teams advanced to NorCal State Championship!
- 3rd & 5th Place, NorCal State Championship, Technical challenge
- 5th Place, NorCal State Championship, Classic challenge
- 1st & 2nd Place, Qualifying Tournament, Technical challenge
- 1st Place, Qualifying Tournament, Drama challenge
- 1st Place, Qualifying Tournament, Classic challenge
2025 Season
Three Pine Valley teams advanced to the World Finals at Michigan State University
- World Finalist, Astronomical Odyssey challenge
- World Finalist, Team A & Team B, Structure challenge
2024 Season
Three Pine Valely teams advanced to the World Finals at Iowa State University
- World Finalist,10th & 13th Place, Structure Challenge
- World Finalist, Drama Challenge
Why Join?
Why Join?![]()
Why Join?
👥 It’s All About Teamwork
Teams of 5 to 7 students combine their unique superpowers—whether that's art, acting, math, or building.
💡 100% Student-Powered
Adults can guide, but the ideas, construction, and performances belong entirely to the kids!
🚀 Builds Lifelong Confidence
Students conquer public speaking, overcome creative fears, and learn that failure is just a stepping stone to a better design.
🌍 Explore Local & Global Stages
Teams have the opportunity to showcase their solutions at regional tournaments in Northern California! with the chance to advance to the World Finals hosted at a major university campus!
📬 Got Questions?
📬 Got Questions?![]()
📬 Got Questions?
