In a dazzling display of mental acuity and mathematical prowess, The Rock Christian School emerged victorious in the final showdown of the 2024 Republic Bank Primary Mental Maths Competition. The battle of numbers and quick calculations kept the audience on the edge of their seats for nearly 45 minutes, culminating in a nail-biting finish at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre last Friday.
The victory of The Rock Christian School over the four-time champions, Charles F. Broome Primary, by a mere point marked a significant milestone for the first-time winners, triumphing over a competitive field of 20 schools this year.
Final Scores:
- The Rock Christian School: 41
- Charles F. Broome Primary: 40
- Trinity Academy: 33
Key Highlights:
- The Rock Christian School secures a narrow win at the Mental Mathematics competition.
- Charles F. Broome Primary’s four-year winning streak comes to an end.
- Republic Bank launches the "Do The Math – Save 20, Get 20!" savings challenge for semifinalists.
Jeremiah Farley, the team captain of The Rock Christian School and the Most Outstanding Student in the Speed Round of the Final, shared his excitement about participating in the competition. Reflecting on his journey from a spectator last year to a competitor this year, Jeremiah expressed his newfound love for Math and the thrill of the competition.
Coach Hirute Yaicob, who guided the team to victory, commended the students for their dedication and enthusiasm in the face of tough competition. She emphasized the importance of such contests in making Math fun and enjoyable for students, boosting their self-esteem and nurturing their mathematical abilities.
Republic Bank’s generous cash prizes for the top schools and students added an extra layer of excitement to the event. The launch of the RightStart Savings Challenge, "Do The Math – Save 20, Get 20!" aimed to blend mathematical skills with financial literacy concepts, encouraging students to develop sound saving habits from a young age.
The challenge, spanning from January to March 2025, incentivized semi-finalists to save $1 a day, with the opportunity to earn additional rewards based on their saving habits. This initiative aimed to demonstrate that Math goes beyond numbers on a page, instilling practical decision-making skills that benefit students in the long run.
Dr. Ramona Archer-Bradshaw, the Chief Education Officer, highlighted the transformative impact of such contests on the teaching and learning of Mathematics. Stirred by the enthusiasm and talent displayed at the competition, she expressed optimism about embracing new approaches to Math education based on global challenges and research findings in the discipline.
As the curtains closed on the 2024 Republic Bank Primary Mental Maths Competition, the legacy of learning, growth, and mathematical excellence continued to inspire young minds to reach new heights in the world of numbers and calculations.
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