The Maine School of Science and Mathematics Math Team recently clinched first place at the 45th annual Maine State Math Meet, cementing their reputation as a formidable force in the world of mathematics. This impressive achievement came after months of hard work and dedication, as well as a series of impressive performances in leading up to this competition.
Held at the Augusta Civic Center, the event brought together some of the state’s top math students to showcase their understanding of challenging mathematical concepts. The team that emerged victorious was MSSM’s Ivory team, consisting of 10 talented students who had been working together throughout the year to hone their skills and prepare for this momentous occasion.
Led by math teachers Emmanuel Nsadha, Dr. Henry Kavle, and Vanda Madore, the team included standout performers like Ari Anghel, Gabe Austin, Quinn Daly, Rye Hughes, Asher Labbe, Graham Reichert, Elizabeth Rethman, Thomas Nonken, Charley Reischer, Lochlan O’Connor, and Quinn Smith. Each student brought their unique strengths and talents to the table, contributing to the overall success of the team.
Individual achievements were also celebrated at the state meet. Charley Reischer won the Skip Gates Bowl for his outstanding performance in a challenging category. Gabriel Austin tied for fourth place among seniors for his impressive work on advanced problems. Rye Hughes placed ninth overall for her exceptional understanding of complex mathematical concepts. And Lochlan O’Connor tied for third among juniors for his exceptional performance on difficult problems.
The Maine School of Science and Mathematics is a magnet high school located in Falmouth that attracts talented students from across the state with its rigorous curriculum and emphasis on science and mathematics education. With this win at the Maine State Math Meet added to its already impressive track record in competitions like this one, it’s clear that MSSM is a strong contender in any math competition it enters into.
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