Sixteen Katy ISD Teams Advance to Destination Imagination Global Finals Tournament
Katy Independent School District (Katy ISD) proudly celebrates a remarkable achievement as sixteen of its teams have secured their spots in the prestigious Global Finals Tournament after an exhilarating display of innovation and teamwork at the 25th Texas Lone Star State Finals for Destination Imagination.
The following teams qualified to represent Katy ISD at the Global Finals Tournament:
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Campus
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Team Name
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Challenge
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State Ranking
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Alexander Elementary
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Phoenix 5
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Engineering – Going the Distance (Elementary)
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2nd
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Alexander Elementary
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Bright Lights
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Fine Arts – In Motion (Elementary)
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2nd
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Alexander Elementary
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The Shooting Tie Dye Sharks
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Engineering – Going the Distance (Elementary)
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6th
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Alexander Elementary
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Blooming Blossoms
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Service Learning – Uncharted (Elementary)
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6th
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Memorial Parkway Elementary
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The Candy Nerds
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Improvisational – So Extra (Elementary)
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1st
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Nottingham Elementary
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Chocolate Fudge Cookies
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Fine Arts – Motion (Elementary)
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6th
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Wilson Elementary
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The Talented Tribe
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Service Learning – Uncharted (Elementary)
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4th
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Beck, McMeans, & Woodcreek Junior High, Exley Elementary
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Team DInoMite!
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Scientific – Blast from the Past (Middle)
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4th
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Beckendorff Junior High
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Team T-R. EX
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Engineering – Going the Distance (Middle)
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4th
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McMeans Junior High
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Industrialists
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Technical – Pinball Heroes (Middle)
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1st
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McMeans Junior High
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5 to Infinity
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Fine Arts – In Motion (Middle)
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5th
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Cinco Ranch High School
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Two-Toed Dinos
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Fine Arts – Motion (Secondary)
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6th
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Seven Lakes High School
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“Houston We Have a Problem”
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Scientific – Blast from the Past (Secondary)
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3rd
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Seven Lakes, Jordan, & Tompkins High School
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Ordinary Extras
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Improvisational – So Extra (Secondary)
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2nd
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Seven Lakes & Jordan High School
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The Ultimate Knights
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Engineering – Going the Distance (Secondary)
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3rd
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Tompkins High School
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Epic Failiers
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Service Learning – Uncharted (Secondary)
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5th
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In a field of over 500 competitive teams, the spirit of innovation was on full display at this year's state competition. Among the standout performances, Bright Lights from Alexander Elementary shone bright, earning the distinguished High Instant Challenge accolade. Meanwhile, team "Houston We Have a Problem" from Seven Lakes High School clinched the esteemed Da Vinci Award, triumphing in the Scientific Challenge. Team Ordinary Extras from Seven Lakes, Jordan, and Tompkins High School secured third place in the Extreme Instant Challenge, a remarkable achievement. The Candy Nerds from Memorial Parkway Elementary claimed the top spot in their division. Notably, team Industrialists from McMeans Junior High clinched first place in their category, while also earning the High Instant Challenge distinction and the highly coveted Renaissance Award.
Blooming Blossoms, Alexander Elementary (Source: Katy ISD)"The consistent success of Katy ISD's students is truly inspiring as they continually demonstrate exceptional teamwork and ingenuity. Their relentless work ethic allows them to unlock their limitless potential while honing their critical thinking and collaboration skills,” said Dr. Joan Otten, Director of the Gifted & Talented/Advanced Academics Department. “As they advance to the global stage, we extend our heartfelt wishes for their continued excellence and success," she added.
Destination Imagination stands as an extraordinary non-profit organization dedicated to providing educational programs that nurture creativity and teamwork among students. Participants engage in selecting a "Challenge," devising innovative solutions, and presenting them through captivating skits. Additionally, teams undergo the ultimate test of their improvisational skills in the adrenaline-fueled "Instant Challenge." With over 100,000 students from more than 30 countries participating annually, Destination Imagination continues to inspire and empower young minds worldwide.
The anticipation continues to build leading up to the Destination Imagination Global Finals that will take place in Kansas City, Missouri, from May 22 – 25.
Source: Katy ISD
