Future Problem Solving Program International (FPSPI) Inc.
Future Problem Solving Program International (FPSPI) Inc. runs 4 checked opportunities for children on WiWit, based in Indialantic, Florida.
Indialantic, Florida, USA
About
Future Problem Solving Program International (FPSPI) is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to equipping students with essential critical and creative thinking skills. The program focuses on addressing complex hypothetical future scenarios through a structured problem-solving methodology. FPSPI engages thousands of students annually from over 14 countries, primarily serving those in grades 4 through 12. Its core mission is to empower young people to envision and create positive futures by fostering advanced critical and creative thinking abilities. The organization employs a distinctive six-step problem-solving methodology, offering diverse components such as Global Issues Problem Solving, Community Problem Solving, and Scenario Writing. These initiatives are designed to cultivate leadership, communication, and collaborative abilities crucial for navigating future challenges. FPSPI hosts an annual International Conference, bringing together top problem solvers from across the globe. This event serves as a prestigious platform to celebrate achievements in critical thinking, teamwork, and global collaboration, inspiring participants to become agents of positive change.
Affiliations
Programs Offered
- Global Issues Problem Solving (GIPS)
- Community Problem Solving (CmPS)
- Scenario Writing
- Scenario Performance (Storytelling)
- Action-based Problem Solving (AbPS)
- Future Problem Solving Challenges
- Presentation of Action Plan
Achievements
- Engages thousands of students annually from over 14 countries
- Hosts an annual International Conference for champion problem solvers
- Develops critical and creative thinking skills in K-12 students globally
- Over 50 years of equipping problem-solvers
Leadership
- April Michele , Executive Director (Future Problem Solving Program International, Inc.)
- Dr. Bonnie Bracey Sutton , Board Chair (Future Problem Solving Program International, Inc.)
- Dr. William "Bill" J. Gadzuk , Vice Chair (Future Problem Solving Program International, Inc.)
- Dr. Robert "Bob" L. Smith , Treasurer (Future Problem Solving Program International, Inc.)
- Dr. Mary Ann R. Lamm , Secretary (Future Problem Solving Program International, Inc.)
Opportunities from Future Problem Solving Program International (FPSPI) Inc.
FPSPI Storytelling Competition
by Future Problem Solving Program International (FPSPI) Inc.
An individual oral storytelling competition where students perform a futuristic narrative on global topics, developing creativity and public speaking skills.
What your child could gain:
FPSPI Creative Writing Competition
by Future Problem Solving Program International (FPSPI) Inc.
An international creative writing competition for students in grades 4-12 to write futuristic stories on global topics, developing critical and creative thinking skills.
What your child could gain:
FPSPI Global Issues Problem Solving (GIPS) Competition
by Future Problem Solving Program International (FPSPI) Inc.
The Future Problem Solving Program International (FPSPI) offers the Global Issues Problem Solving (GIPS) competition, a global educational program.
What your child could gain:
Community Projects Competition by FPSPI
by Future Problem Solving Program International (FPSPI) Inc.
A project-based competition where students in grades 4-12 tackle real-world community issues using a creative problem-solving process.
What your child could gain:
Contact Information
Quick Facts
- Type
- Educational NGO
- Founded
- 1974
- Opportunities
- 4 on WiWit
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