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Techiman Senior High School has successfully marked the 2025 World Mathematics Day Celebration with a quiz competition aimed at breaking stereotypes and proving that mathematics is for everyone, regardless of gender or background.
The event, held at the school’s new assembly block, was graced by the presence of the Head Teacher, Assistant Head Teachers, teaching and non-teaching staff, learners, and members of the media. The competition brought together students from six academic departments; General Arts, Visual Arts, Home Economics, Business, Agricultural Science, and Science, who competed in a five-round mathematics quiz.
The competition featured a variety of thought-provoking rounds, including general knowledge in mathematics, a speed race, a problem of the day, true/false questions, and a final round dedicated to mathematical riddles. Each round lasted no more than ten minutes, keeping the competition intense and exciting.
At the end of the competition, the Science Department emerged as the winner with 33 points, while the Business Department secured the first runner-up position with 32 points. The Home Economics Department placed third with 20 points. The Visual Arts Department finished in fourth place, while both the General Arts and Agricultural Science Departments earned 15 points each.
The Assistant Head Teacher of Academics at the school, Mr. Agyenim Boateng Foster, refuted the perception that mathematics is a difficult subject, as well as other misconceptions about it. He said, ‘There is a common perception that mathematics is one of the most difficult subjects, if not the most difficult. However, that is a misconception..
“There is also a belief that females find it difficult to grasp mathematical concepts, but our Home Economics learners have proven this wrong. Out of the six departments that competed in today’s competition, they came third—clear evidence that this stereotype is unfounded”.
According to him, the quiz competition was organized in accordance with the National Science and Maths Quiz format, and he believes that today’s event will propel the school to greater heights in the next edition of the competition
“Today’s program was organized in line with the procedures of the National Science and Maths Quiz, and we believe that this quiz will help prepare our learners for the national competition.
“I am very impressed with the performance of the participants. They have demonstrated that understanding mathematical concepts is no different from understanding other subjects. All that is required is dedication and consistent learning.” He said.
Addressing the media after the competition, the Head of the Mathematics Department at Techiman Senior High School, Mr. Owusu Kwaku Kingsley, stated that mathematics is not inherently difficult but requires discipline and principles.
“Mathematics is not a difficult subject; however, it requires discipline and principles. Without these two things, anyone might think that mathematics is difficult.
“We started observing World Mathematics Day three years ago. In our maiden edition, the quiz was organized between houses, but this year, after broad consultations, we decided to organize the quiz among the various departments in the school.” He said.
Mr. Owusu Kwaku Kingsley continued, “Our aim in observing this day is to prove to learners and the public that anyone, irrespective of their gender or background, can study and understand mathematical concepts.
“The outcome of today’s competition is a clear indication that mathematics is for everyone. Our Home Economics department, which is female-dominated, secured third place in the competition, proving that gender is not a barrier to excelling in mathematics.
He urged mathematics facilitators at Techiman Senior High School and across Ghana to make the teaching of mathematics more practical, helping learners grasp the concepts with ease.
“I encourage our mathematics facilitators to make their teaching more practical. By doing so, I believe every learner will appreciate mathematics.”*
A student from the Home Economics Department, which placed third in the competition, expressed excitement about their achievement.
She took the opportunity to encourage her fellow Home Economics students to consistently practice what they are taught in class, emphasizing that mathematics requires discipline and dedication.
“We received short notice about the competition, but I believe we prepared intensively. There was no pressure on us during the event, and I am excited that we placed third. We have proven to the rest of the school that the Home Economics Department is one of the best.”
She further urged students to change their perception of mathematics:
“Mathematics is not as difficult as some people make it seem. With constant practice, mathematical concepts will become second nature. The belief that females cannot excel in mathematics is a misconception—what men can do, women can do just as well, if not better.”
Another participant from the Business department said; “I was nervous when the program was about to start, the participants from the Science department wanted to stress us but we were able to calm our nerves and finished as the first runner-ups.
“I want to encourage my colleagues from the Business department not to underestimate themselves when it comes to competitions of such nature and surely, we will emerge as the winners and the subsequent competition.”
Meanwhile, a participant from the Science Department, which emerged as the winner, admitted that they were not entirely satisfied with their performance.
“Although we won, we are not pleased with the narrow margin between us and the Business Department. We promise to perform better in next year’s competition.”
“We didn’t have enough time to prepare, as we only learned about the competition on Thursday and had just one night to study for the quiz. There was a lot of pressure on us, but we thank God for seeing us through.”
The participant also apologized to fellow Science students:
“We know we could have done better. Winning by just one point is not the level of excellence expected from us, and we promise to improve next time
Source: Elvisanokyenews.net
