Programs
Our Programs
Mississippi Destination Imagination Inc. offers programs for students at every stage of their educational journey. Each level builds on creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills while remaining engaging and age-appropriate.
Elementary School (Kâ6)
Focus:
Introduction to creativity, teamwork, and basic problem solving.
What Students Do:
Work in small teams to solve simple challenges
Use imagination through storytelling and performance
Build basic structures and solutions with provided materials
Participate in guided brainstorming activities
What They Learn:
Confidence in sharing ideas
How to work with others
Middle School (Junior High)
Focus:
Developing stronger problem-solving skills and teamwork.
What Students Do:
Solve more structured and multi-step challenges
Create presentations that include technical and creative elements
Practice quick thinking through instant challenges
Begin managing time and resources
What They Learn:
Critical thinking
Collaboration and communication
How to turn ideas into complete solutions
High School
Focus:
Advanced problem solving, leadership, and competition.
What Students Do:
Work on complex, open-ended challenges
Design detailed solutions with technical and creative components
Take leadership roles within their teams
Compete at higher levels (regional, state, global)
What They Learn:
Leadership and responsibility
Project planning and execution
Presentation and performance skills
College Level
Focus:
Leadership, mentoring, and advanced participation.
What Students Do:
Compete at an advanced level
Coach or assist younger teams
Support tournaments and events
What They Learn:
Mentorship and leadership
Real-world communication skills
Team and event management
STEAM Opportunities
Focus:
Hands-on learning in technology and engineering.
What Students Do:
Participate in robotics and stuctural engineering competitions
Build and test designs
Solve technical challenges
What They Learn:
Basic engineering concepts
Problem-solving through technology
Logical and analytical thinking
Team
Team Experience
All students participate in team-based learning:
Teams of 5â7 members
Student-led ideas and solutions
Adult facilitators guide the process
Key Benefits:
Encourages creativity
Builds teamwork
Develops confidence
