Partnership Middle School’s Math Team Achieves Remarkable Success

News Summary

Partnership Middle School’s 7th grade Math Team has made a mark by securing 10th place at the Mississippi School for Math & Science Mu Alpha Theta Math Tournament. This impressive achievement is significant as it marks their first year of competition, where they triumphed among seasoned mathletes and schools. The team’s outstanding performance included a 3rd place in Team Ciphering Algebra 1 and Team Potpourri, as well as a 6th place in Written Test Algebra 1. Their success has sparked pride within the school community and sets a high standard for future competitions.

Starkville Celebrates Partnership Middle School’s Math Team Triumph

In the heart of Starkville, there’s exciting news bubbling up from Partnership Middle School. The school’s 7th grade Math Team has managed to snag an impressive 10th place overall at the recent Mississippi School for Math & Science Mu Alpha Theta Math High School Math Tournament. This thrilling event took place on a Thursday and featured mostly high school students from a total of 24 competing schools.

A Fantastic First-Year Showing

What makes this achievement even more remarkable is that this is the first year of competition for the Partnership students! Imagine stepping into a big arena filled with seasoned mathletes and still coming out on top! The team joined a whopping 420 other mathletes who participated in a variety of events that put their problem-solving skills to the test. The events included everything from ciphering challenges and written tests to a mini-interschool competition and a potpourri round.

Meet the Mathletes

The shining stars on the Partnership Middle School Math Team are Aiden Rhee, Justin Chung, Effia Wu, and Minjeong Kim. Their dedication and hard work have truly paid off! Not only did they finish 10th overall, but they also earned some extra accolades along the way. Their Team Ciphering Algebra 1 placed third, as did their Team Potpourri. Additionally, they secured 6th place in the Written Test Algebra 1 category. Individually, Aiden Rhee stood out by achieving an impressive 9th place in the Individual Written Test category.

Time to Celebrate!

The success of the Math Team has sparked celebrations and widespread pride within the school community. It’s great to see hard work recognized and rewarded, and the achievements of the students have truly set a new bar for future competitions at the school.

Looking Ahead

As the Partnership Middle School community revels in their math triumph, there are more events on the horizon. On March 4, 2025, both West Elementary and Sudduth Elementary will hold Kindergarten Open Houses from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. These events promise to be a fun and informative way for parents and kids to get involved.

District Successes

On a broader note, the Starkville Oktibbeha Consolidated School District has received an A-rating from the Mississippi Department of Education. This rating is based on recent state test scores from the 2023-2024 academic year and reflects the high number of students scoring proficient or advanced in English/Language Arts, Math, and Science among grades 3 to 8. The impressive results underscore the district’s ongoing commitment to quality education for all its students.

It’s clear that everyone in the district, from students to teachers, has put in tremendous effort to achieve this milestone. Meanwhile, community leaders have highlighted the importance of maintaining high-quality public education, which lays the foundation for the bright future of Starkville’s youth.

Innovation at Partnership Middle School

Speaking of new things, Partnership Middle School has introduced the StopIt platform at both their institution and the Armstrong Junior High School. This innovative tool allows students to report issues like bullying and safety concerns anonymously, fostering a safer and more supportive learning environment.

With Jorine Neal as the principal, who has a wealth of experience in education, it’s evident that Partnership Middle School is committed to nurturing both academic and personal growth.

All in all, with the pride of the Math Team’s achievements leading the way and the district’s continued excellence in education, Starkville’s future is looking brighter than ever!

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