![]() The first meeting is important for setting the tone for your team and future meetings. Consider asking the parents to attend this meeting so that they can learn more about the program and their roles. Discuss what Odyssey of the Mind is with the team members and be clear about what level of commitment you expect from everyone. Let the parents know how they can help, whether it is helping you at meetings, driving kids to the store, or just bringing snacks. ![]() ![]() ![]() If you are unsure of who will be on your team, speak to your school coordinator or arrange an interest meeting for parents and students. If you are a parent, it may be tempting to ask your child’s friends to be teammates. While this can be a great way to form a team, remember that the children do not need to be friends or even know each other outside of Odyssey to make a great team. One of a coach’s most important roles is managing their team. Part of that role is creating a schedule of practices and setting goals for your team throughout the year.īe sure that you have read this season’s Odyssey of the Mind Program Guide (a link to it is available on the Resources page) and the VOICES Coaches Handbook before the first meeting. These are both valuable sources of information that you will come back to many, many times throughout the year.
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