MATHCOUNTS®
The Center for Mathematics and Science Education and the Division of Outreach at the University of Mississippi coordinates the Tombigbee, Northeast, and Northwest chapter competitions in Mississippi.
About MATHCOUNTS
The MATHCOUNTS® Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that reaches students in grades 6-8 in all US states and territories with 3 extracurricular math programs.
Mission
MATHCOUNTS® provides engaging mathematics programs to U.S. middle school students of all ability levels to build confidence and improve attitudes about mathematics and problem solving.Approach
“We make learning math fun. We believe middle school is a critical juncture when a love of math must be encouraged, and a fear of math must be overcome. Our programs build problem solving skills and positive attitudes about math, so students embrace challenges and expand their academic and career opportunities in the future.” -MATHCOUNTS®
MATHCOUNTS® Programs
The MATHCOUNTS® School Handbook along with many other free resources located on the MATHCOUNTS® website can help you supplement your classroom teaching materials, run a MATHCLUB Program in your school, and/or prepare your students for the upcoming MATHCOUNTS® Competition Program.
The School Handbook has more detailed information about our programs (listed below) and registration forms for each.
Center for Mathematics and Science Education
The Center for Mathematics and Science works to improve mathematics and science education in Mississippi by fostering interaction between academic and K-12 communities, support the implementation of research-based methods in the classroom, and promote interest in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).