Alumni STEMinism: Meet Two of Our ICMs
This year, the Engineering Challenge will have two female alumni as International Challenge Masters (ICM) for the first time ever. The even cooler part? They competed against each other when they were participants! Check out our interview with Destination Imagination (DI) volunteers Crissy Buhr and Jackie MacLeod. Tell us about your life, both DI […]
Congrats to Our Graham Cracker Challenge Winners
Thank you to everyone who participated in our 2018-19 Graham Cracker Challenge! For this year’s Challenge, we asked you to create a structure inspired by one of your favorite movies. In just three weeks, we received more than 50 creative submissions. We also got a few movies to add to our lists! The 5 photo […]
5 Tips for Conquering Your New Year’s Resolution
How often have you made New Year’s resolutions that haven’t quite worked out? When conquering your resolution this coming year, consider these tips to help you maintain your road to success.
DI Alumni Council Appoints New Members
The Alumni Council was formed in 2015 with the goal to connect and empower Destination Imagination alumni. The 13 Council members are from many different locations across the globe and demonstrate a passion for DI and a desire to enhance the overall experience for their peers. The Alumni Council had three vacant seats to fill […]
5 Hour of Code Activities for Kids & Teens
This week, students across the globe are participating in the 2018 Hour of Code Challenge. This global movement is an opportunity to introduce students to the ever-growing world of computer science. Whether at school or at home, anyone can participate. Check out these 5 activities to get your kids started: Minecraft (Grades 2+): Micraft is […]
General Troubleshooting FAQ for Team Managers
As you spend time managing your Destination Imagination (DI) team, you might begin to notice problems creeping up like kudzu into your practices. Even though these problems are frustrating, it is totally normal to have them arise. What would DI be if there were no problems to solve, right? Here are some frequently asked questions […]
Why Parents Choose Destination Imagination
Are you a parent who is looking for new opportunities to inspire your kids? Or maybe you’re an educator who is passionate about STEAM-based (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) learning. Become a Destination Imagination Team Manager! Sixty-five percent of today’s students will be employed in jobs that don’t exist yet. Destination Imagination prepares them […]
Destination Imagination Appoints New Executive Director
Destination Imagination, Inc. is excited to announce the appointment of Michele Tuck-Ponder, Esq. as our new Executive Director. In December 2017, Tuck-Ponder was appointed as Destination Imagination’s Interim CEO and has been working closely with the Board of Trustees and staff on a strategic plan for sustainable growth and impact. “I am honored and inspired […]
Bring Your DI Skills to Poland!
Ready to take your Destination Imagination (DI) skills abroad? DI Poland is opening up its 2019 Affiliate Tournament to all registered teams across the globe! The DI Poland Affiliate Tournament will take place in Wroclaw from March 1-3, 2019 and is an opportunity for international teams to meet new people, showcase their creativity and immerse […]
Getting Started as a Team Manager
You’ve gathered your team and are getting ready for your first team meeting. How do you get started? How will this group of students learn to work together? How will the team members get their ideas out of their heads and bring them to life? Destination Imagination provides resources to help you guide your team […]
Destination Imagination Receives Motorola Solutions Foundation Grant
Thanks to a recent grant from Motorola Solutions Foundation, Destination Imagination will enhance STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) and 21st century skills initiatives for approximately 900 students who reside in underserved communities in the U.S. Motorola Solutions Foundation awards grants each year to organizations, such as Destination Imagination, which support and advance public […]
10 Team Manager Duties
As a Destination Imagination Team Manager, you will have many jobs to perform and all will play a vital role in the success of your team. Speaking from experience, being a Team Manager will touch your heart in a way that few things will. As you spend time with your team, you begin to care […]