Opti-MINDS

The Opti-MINDS Challenge is an opportunity for all those with a passion for learning & problem solving to showcase their skills & talents in an exciting, vibrant & public way.

Opti-MINDS provides for the demand for sophisticated, educational & motivational opportunities. The rapidly increasing & widespread involvement of thousands of participants throughout Queensland & internationally demonstrates that Opti-MINDS is not only a valuable & worthwhile investment in the education of our citizens but is also an integral part of our collective future.

Over 250 Gold Coast teams entered the Opti-MIND's 2021 challenge, with only 14 awards (over 4 category choices) given. Our LORDS students received 5 of these awards. Our students worked incredibly hard to compete in Opti-MINDS and their dedication has earned them these awards.

Opti-MINDS OBJECTIVES…

To foster creative responsiveness – a “CAN DO” culture
To provide challenge, enrichment & stimulation
To facilitate the ability to adapt to & harness change to advantage
To foster flexibility, innovative thinking & functioning
To promote complex thinking & creative problem solving skills
To encourage reflective thinking & self-directed learning
To facilitate empowerment & responsibility
To promote an understanding & appreciation of self & others
To develop effective communication & collaborative thinking skills
To celebrate difference
To foster cooperation & teamwork
To promote enterprise & initiative
To stimulate a spirit of exploration, investigation, experimentation & a love of learning
To provide a collaborative link between all sectors of education, community & industry
To promote UNASHAMED EXCELLENCE!®

WHO CAN BE INVOLVED?…

Students interested in creativity, collaboration, innovation & FUN! Teams of 4 to 7 members may be entered according to details:

DIVISION I – P-6

DIVISION II – P-9

DIVISION III – P-12

At LORDS your child can be included in our Opti-MINDS teams and experience the fun and challenge of problem solving whilst acquiring lifelong skills.