Hello!

We are a group of two independent Destination Imagination (DI) teams, comprised of seven middle schoolers and five elementary schoolers from four different public and private schools in Calvert County, Maryland.

BOTH TEAMS WON FIRST PLACE IN THEIR AGE GROUPS IN THE MARYLAND STATE COMPETITION ON SATURDAY! It doesn’t get any better than that. Now we are moving on to the Global competition in Kansas City in May.

That's where you come in...WE NEED YOUR HELP to fund our trip to Globals. The kids have worked incredibly hard - engineering, building, playwriting, developing costumes, skits, and learning team-building and life skills along the way. We really need your support - any amount helps! Thank you in advance!

What is DI?:

It is a global, non-profit organization that encourages students to be creative, innovative, and collaborative problem solvers. DI offers team challenges that engage students in the creative process from start to finish.

How it works:

Students work in teams to solve open-ended challenges. Challenges cover a variety of subjects, including science, technology, engineering, arts, math, and service learning. Students present their solutions at tournaments.

What students learn:

Creative thinking, Critical thinking, Public speaking, Collaborative problem-solving, Leadership, Teamwork, Positive thinking, and Project management.

Benefits:

Builds self-esteem, Builds lifelong friendships, Helps students develop 21st-century skills, Helps students prepare for real-world challenges, and Helps students learn to be more inclusive and global.