About us
Our Mission
To teach a process for identifying and resolving problems in a practical, informed, and timely manner with respect to our situation today and our world tomorrow.
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Global Issues
Community Projects
Creative Writing
Storytelling
Visual Arts
Classroom Curriculum
what is fps minnesota?
Future Problem Solving (FPS) Minnesota is a non-profit (501c3) educational organization who is passionate about teaching kids how to think, not what to think, via a six-step problem solving process using real-world problems. Students in grades K-12 learn tools to help them create their own positive futures. Both non-competitive and competitive opportunities inspire kids to become agents of change.
What is FPS?
Future Problem Solving is an international program first started by Dr. E. Paul Torrance in 1974. Through a structured six-step process, FPS teaches students how to think, not what to think. By participating in FPS, students embark on a journey to sharpen their critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills. Developing these skills helps students improve their academic achievement and achieve future goals.
Programs
Global Issues
Global Issues, where teams or individuals research a topic, analyze a futuristic scenario, and propose solutions to identified issues.
Community Projects
Community Projects, where teams or individuals identify a real-world problem in their community and implement a solution to address the issue.
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Creative Writing, Storytelling, and Visual Arts programs are also available.
interested in learning remotely?
Try virtual fps!
Wherever you are located in Minnesota, you can still be a part of an FPS team! We have teams composed of students from across the state who collaborate through virtual platforms. Contact us, and we can help you get a virtual team started or connect you to other interested students!
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