Students put their knowledge to the test as they solved math equations at the annual RCSS Math competition held at the Salvation Army Kroc Center of Augusta on February 3 and 4. More than thirteen elementary, middle, and high schools participated in the competition. 

Darryl Shields, a T.W. Josey student placed in Challenge 24 says,” I feel good placing after being on the math team since elementary school. Mr. Pryor (math teacher/coach) has been there to help me get this far.” 

The categories included individual test, problem-solving, challenge 24, and the STEM challenge. During the individual test students completed a 20-question math test. The problem-solving category had students compete to solve the most questions among their math team.  

Challenge 24 focused on students using their math skills to add, subtract, multiply, and divide to get the answer 24. The STEM challenge consisted of the students building a catapult to launch a ball the farthest. For this challenge, the students learned about the design process and the force needed to move the ball. 

“I’m very proud of the daily work they put into class and the individual work on their own. My team did well. I want them to remain confident in all they do.”- Curtis Pryor T. W. Josey Comprehensive High School math teacher and coach.  

The top two high school teams will advance to the state competition later this year, demonstrating the high level of mathematical talent in Richmond County schools.