November 29, 2012
The following students had our highest scores on this year’s America Math Competition for 8th graders:
Alex Esch (7th grade) and Ian Beauchane (7th grade) both scored 18/25. Their score is among the top 5% in the world, and they earn a place on the AMC Honor Roll as a result. As our school winners, their names will be added to the plaque in room 129.
Jack Gangestad (8th grade) and Bryan Boehnke (7th grade) scored 16/25 to tie for the second best score at MPA. Sarah Ley (7th grade), Tony Kuba (7th grade), Charlie Kramer (8th grade), and Jack Indritz (8th grade) scored 15/25 to tie for the third best score at MPA.
The AMC 8 is a challenging 25 question, 40 minute multiple choice examination in middle school mathematics designed to promote the development and enhancement of problem solving skills. About 200,000 students worldwide participate each year.
