CCMS MathCOUNTS Team Competes at State Championship
CCMS MathCOUNTS Team Competes at State Championship
Calloway County Middle School's MathCOUNTS team competed on March 2nd at the state championship held at the University of Louisville. The tournament consisted of teams and individuals from around the state that scored well enough in chapter competitions to qualify for a chance to compete for the state math title.
Ava Bogard finished in 8th place as an individual, one of the highest scores at the state tournament. This award came with several scholarship distinctions for Ava, including a $6,000 scholarship to the University of Louisville. In addition, Ava qualified for the countdown round consisting of math quick recall questions, where she finished in the elite eight.
The Laker MathCOUNTS team consists of (front L to R) Kyler McKeel, Mason Riley, Ava Bogard, and Zack Haws. The team is coached by (back L to R) Scott Pile and Dan Thompson.