Introducing What’s the Big Idea?: A New Podcast from Destination Imagination
Coming soon to headphones near you…a new podcast from Destination Imagination (DI)! DI is proud to present What’s the Big Idea?, a new podcast where today’s leaders and innovators share the big ideas that brought them to where they are today. Each episode will feature an in-depth interview with an industry leader as they share […]
Calling On You to Support Destination Imagination
If you get a call from an unknown number from the 303 area code, take a chance, and pick up. It might be me calling you to talk about one of my favorite subjects, Destination Imagination (DI). For those of you who don’t know me, I am the Director of Educational Alliances and Training for […]
Get a Sneak Peek at Our 2021-22 Challenges
Destination Imagination (DI) is planning for a 100% in-person Challenge season for the 2021-22 school year and we’re excited to give you a sneak peek at our new Team Challenges! You can purchase your Team Number(s) starting August 1 and full Challenges will be released on September 1. Start planning your team today so you don’t […]
Destination Imagination Students Help Save Endagered Species
There are more than 37,00 species threatened with extinction across the world. But have you ever researched how many live in your area? Two years ago, a group of students from Andover, Massachusetts learned that there were many endangered species—ranging from salamanders to mussels to plants—right in their hometown. They embarked on an awareness campaign […]
The Pivot to Virtual Global Finals
Many of you will not be surprised to learn that in high school, I was a cheerleader. I’m from the generation that wore saddle shoes, and short blue and white skirts. I was pretty cute, if I must say so myself. Too bad it didn’t last long. Due to an unfortunate accident in which I […]
Global Finals 2021 Going Virtual
Global Finals 2021 is going virtual! We know that our teams, families and volunteers were excited about the possibility of getting together in-person; however, after thoughtful discussion and consideration with many community members, we felt that holding an in-person event would not be in the best interest of the safety of our students. Additionally, we […]
The 4Cs Will Always Save The Day
Dear DI Family, While surfing the internet one day, I came across a beautiful image (of a quilter, of course) that I wanted to hang in my home. Unfortunately, the image was printed on a jigsaw puzzle. A 1000-piece jigsaw puzzle. “How hard can this be?” I thought. Believe me, it’s super hard. When I […]
Welcome to Our Winter/Spring Intern Class!
Destination Imagination (DI) is pleased to introduce its Winter/Spring 2021 intern class. These individuals applied through a competitive process earlier this year and were chosen from a deep pool of qualified applicants because they exhibit core qualities necessary for success, including creative spirit, curious nature and commitment to bringing their best to their chosen internship. These […]
St. Patrick’s Day STEAM Activity
It’s challenge time for your little leprechauns! For this St. Patrick’s Day activity, kids will use their imagination and creativity to design a leprechaun hat. Then they’ll create a performance that includes their hat. Challenge: Using the materials below, design and create a leprechaun hat. Then present a performance that includes your leprechaun hat. Materials: […]
Destination Imagination and Lumen Technologies Bring STEM Learning to Underserved Students
Whether you’re an educator or a parent, you want your kids to thrive. But the disparities in access to high-quality, engaging educational opportunities can cause significant barriers for underserved youth, including their emotional, social and intellectual development. That’s why Destination Imagination (DI) and Lumen Technologies have teamed up to create a brand-new program called The […]
Team Building with Virtual Improv Games
Are you Destination Imagination Team Manager and need more activities to keep your team members engaged while they work together remotely? You’re not alone! We put together this guide, which includes some recommended improv games and activities. But what if I don’t manage an improv team? That’s a great question. Improv games are great for […]
We Are So Thankful
We did it! Even though 2020 was an incredibly tough year, we are so thankful to have such a supportive and giving Destination Imagination community. Through your collective generosity, we raised $18,169.91 during our end-of-year fundraising campaign – Hats On For Creativity. This was nearly double our stated goal of $10,000 and one of our […]
