Central Lakes Mathematics Challenge

Age Categories and Team Formation: 

• There are two distinct competitions catering to different age groups: one for participants aged 6-14 and another for those aged 15 and above. 
• Teams can be formed with up to 5 individuals who will work together to tackle math challenges. 

Qualifier Round (4:00 pm - 6:00 pm):

• The competition kicks off with the qualifier round, spanning two hours from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
• In this round, participants are presented with a variety of math problems, each with a different level of difficulty and point value, denoted by the color of the paper it's printed on.
• Teams must select one problem at a time, bringing the corresponding colored sheet to their table to solve. After solving, they return the sheet to the front for others to attempt. 
• The objective is to accumulate points by solving as many problems as possible within the time limit. 
• At the conclusion of the qualifier round, two winning teams will be determined: one from each age group. Each member of these teams will be rewarded with a unique item from the Central Lakes Learning Center shop. 

Grand Champion Round (6:00 pm onwards):

• The grand champion round commences at 6:00 pm, and participants are separated into their respective age groups. 
• Within each age group, participants will face 10 challenging math questions. 
• The first individual to correctly solve each question earns a point.
• At the end of this round, the participant with the highest cumulative score across both the 6-14 and 15+ age groups will be crowned the grand champion. 
• The grand champion not only earns the awesome title but also receives a prize of $100 and a trophy, making them the ultimate math champion of the day! 

The mathematics competition at Central Lakes Learning Center promises a thrilling experience for math enthusiasts, encouraging teamwork, critical thinking, and a passion for problem-solving. May the best math minds prevail and seize the opportunity to claim the grand champion title on November 1, 2023!