DI Teams Back From Tennessee - and Win Silver!

 

Congratulations to our five Destination Imagination (DI ) teams in grades 6–8 who travelled to Knoxville, Tennessee for the Destination Imagination Global Finals May 23-36. Teams advanced to the Global Finals after qualifying at the regional and provincial DI tournaments. The Global Finals is the largest celebration of student leadership and creativity in the world, with over 1,400 teams, 8,000 students and 17,000 attendees from 14 countries. Through adjudicated challenges and problem-solving exercises, students take risks, think quickly and strategically, develop creativity, assess strengths and challenges, and have fun!

 

A huge highlight was the 2nd place finish (out of 80 teams!) for our grade 8 improv team of Zara Smith, Lily Cowan, Namara Morse and Catherlin Lui. This is a huge accomplishment for them and their coach, Ms. Maria Izdebkski. Well done!

 

All WPGA teams performed exceptionally well at Globals and hit personal bests in one shape or form. Below are the official team results:

Special thanks to Ms. Izdebski, Mr. Andrew Bendl, Mr. Sam Barnum and Mr. Patrick Spencer for coaching our teams and chaperoning the trip. Their careful guidance, unremitting patience, and humour make them perfect role models for DI.