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Joining high school math competitions?

Hi everyone! I'm passionate about math and I've heard about these math competitions for high school students. Can anyone suggest which competitions are the most popular or well-regarded ones, and how to go about finding and joining them? I'm excited to challenge myself and meet like-minded individuals.

a year ago

Hi there! It's awesome to see your enthusiasm for math! There are several well-regarded math competitions for high school students, and participating in them can be an excellent way to challenge yourself, make new friends, and enhance your college application. Here are some of the most popular and esteemed ones:

1. American Mathematics Competitions (AMC): The AMC series is one of the most widely recognized math competitions in the U.S. and consists of the AMC 8 (for middle school students), AMC 10 (for students up to 10th grade), and AMC 12 (for students up to 12th grade). The next levels after the AMC exams are the AIME, followed by the USA(J)MO. You can ask your math teacher or guidance counselor about registering for the AMC exams, or visit the official website for more information.

2. MathCounts: MathCounts is a national middle school math competition, but if you're in high school, you can still get involved as a volunteer or coach for your local middle school team. It's a great way to give back to the math community and develop leadership skills.

3. Math Olympiads (MOEMS): These competitions target students in grades 4-8 and have both an elementary and a middle school division. If you're a high school student passionate about math, consider guiding or mentoring a younger team.

4. ARML (American Regions Mathematics League): This competition includes students from middle school through high school. It's a team competition, so you might want to partner with your math teacher or math club to assemble a team from your school or region.

To find and join these competitions, start by talking to your math teacher or guidance counselor. They may already be familiar with these competitions and can help you through the registration process. Additionally, check your school's math club, as they may organize participation in these events. If your school doesn't have a math club, consider starting one yourself! Not only will this display your leadership skills, but it will also help create a community of math enthusiasts at your school.

Best of luck with your math competition journey!

a year ago

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