Students were divided into teams of five and challenged to solve a complex mystery that involved math and logic problems.

 

The teams worked together to find clues that were hidden throughout Laguna Beach. Some of the unique challenges included analyzing patterns, identifying plants, finding specific pieces of artwork and decoding hidden messages. The course covered more than five miles of ground and included stops at places Wyland's Art Gallery, the Laguna Playhouse and Heisler Park. When a team solved a puzzle correctly they were given another clue to help them solve the murder mystery.

 

The class field trip was the brainchild of the students’ teachers, Math Department Chair Elizabeth O’Shea and teacher Diane Sage, who partnered with Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt for the experience.

 

In the end, the winning team, juniors Tyler Ashman, Luke Gitter, Tyler Jones, Michael Rubenacker and freshmen Drew Vollero, solved the mystery in just under three hours. The game master, Alex, said this was one of the fastest and most competitive groups of players he has ever seen.