F.A.Q.

Q: What contests are available at Renert?

A: Here is information about the open math contests available to students at Renert:

Certain contests are invitation-only by the organizer (based on performance on other contests), and are not listed here (e.g. AHSMC II and CMO). Notice that some contests will run during school hours while others will have to be taken in the testing centre after school.

Q: How do I register for a contest?

A: Your child’s math teacher will ask their students if they wish to participate in a particular contest if they believe it is within their ability level. Certain contests are written by all students of particular grades (see below).

Q: Which contests will all students write?

A: The Beaver Computing Challenge (grades 4-6), CESMC (grades 4-6), Gauss (grades 7-8), Pascal (grade 9) will be written by all students in those grades.

Q: What about the Math Kangaroo?

A: The Math Kangaroo is not a contest which schools compete in. Instead, individuals compete and thus must register on their own. You can find more information here.

Q: What about the AMC 8?

A: At this time, Renert School does not participate in the AMC 8, partially because it is a difficult competition that does not lead to any invitations for more advanced competitions.

Q: What if my child does not do well on a contest?

A: No one should feel bad about performing poorly on a contest, as long as they give it their best effort. Everyone has their off days, and no one should have to compare themselves to others.