What is Mathcounts?
Mathcounts is a nationwide middle school mathematics competition held in various places in the United States.
How a MathCounts Competition works?
The competition is made up of three individual rounds and one team round. The four rounds of a MATHCOUNTS competition, each described below:
- TARGET ROUND (approximately 30 minutes): In this round eight problems are presented to competitors in four pairs (six minutes per pair). The multi-step problems featured in this round engage Mathletes in mathematical reasoning and problem-solving processes. Problems assume the use of calculators.
- SPRINT ROUND (40 minutes): Consisting of 30 problems, this round tests accuracy, with the time period allowing only the most capable students to complete all of the problems. Calculators are not permitted.
- TEAM ROUND (20 minutes): In this round, interaction among team members is permitted and encouraged as they work together to solve 10 problems. Problems assume the use of calculators.
- COUNTDOWN ROUND: A fast-paced oral competition for top-scoring individuals (based on scores on the Target and Sprint Rounds), this round allows pairs of Mathletes to compete against each other and the clockto solve problems. Calculators are not permitted.
How we decide who competes?
We will have a school competition to determine the top 10 students. If we have a tie we will use such things as iReady scores and attendance to determine the tie breaker.
Where are the competitions?
Our regional competition is held here in Council Bluffs.
The state competition is held in Des Moines at Drake University.
The state competition is held in Des Moines at Drake University.