ICTM Math Competition
For students who are interested, visit the Kahn Academy to explore these concepts:Optional ICTM Statewide School Math Competition
Half Day students can participate this year in a statewide math contest sponsored by ICTM (Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics). Our school will be competing against other Illinois schools. Contest questions reflect the NCTM (National Council of Teachers of Mathematics) Standards spirit of problem solving and encourage the use of calculators. The team competition promotes cooperation amongst students. Problems are written to challenge student thinking, leading to further appreciation and exploration of mathematics. The contest consists of three competitions given at Half Day School each in December, February and April. There is no offsite competition. Overall awards are sent to schools after the third contest results are tabulated. The top 10 schools at each grade level will receive certificates and be recognized in the ICTM Bulletin. Last year, our 3rd grade placed 1st in the state, while our 4th grade placed 2nd. Each grade level contest consists of two parts: team competition and individual competition. Scores of the top two teams and top ten individuals count toward the school total.
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ICTM February 2015 Results
3rd Grade
April ICTM 4th Grade Schedule Individual contest: During recess at Half Day: Belford/Reed/Culver/Zurek Monday 4/4 Gordon/Gagamov/Petroski/Hoover Thursday 4/7 Group Contest: Friday 4/8 8:15 Before School Parents will provide transportation for their own child to Half Day arriving no later than 8:15 AM. April ICTM 3rd Grade Schedule
Individual contest: During recess at Half Day Chemers, Degman, McLelland, Powell Tuesday 4/12 Becker, Joseph, Lau, Walsh Wednesday 4/13 Group Contest: Friday 4/15 Before School Parents will provide transportation for their own child to Half Day arriving no later than 8:15 AM. SAMPLE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
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