Maths News
Australian Maths Competition
In August this year, 21 of our dedicated students participated in the Australian Maths Competition, showcasing their problem-solving skills and responding to unique problems to challenge and extend their thinking. Those students who received a credit places them in the top 55% of the year and a very big congratulations to Lily Warren who placed in the top 20% of her year level, amazing achievement.
Below are the results which we proudly celebrate:
Participation
Jolie Masters
Macy Kean
Proficiency
Bailey Andrews
Tom Reynolds
Ben Sly
Xander Eldridge
River Best
Ayla Berryman
Parker Goulding
Jemma Lewis
Xavier Stewart
Lily Dunham
Ted Limbrick
Credit
Ged Canham
Riley Mills
Hamish Ferguson
William Andrew
Zara McRae
Damien Whyte
Daniel Adriaans
Distinction
Lily Warren
Well done to all involved.
Maths in 2026
2026 is fast approaching and those students who are enrolling in Year 10-12 General, Methods and/or Specialist Maths will require the Texas TI-Nspire CX II CAS Colour Calculator.
Students completing Year 7-9 Maths, Year 10-12 Foundation Maths and VM Numeracy will require a scientific calculator.
Calculators can be purchased through the booklist or if you would like to get in early and have the appropriate calculator for the step up program, please see attached instructions for ordering.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Sarah Richardson, srichardson@sje.vic.edu.au
Maths Challenge Opportunity
We are excited to introduce you to the International Maths Challenge’s Online Simulated Maths Challenge (OSMC). We would like to invite our students to take part in the Online Simulated Maths Challenge, happening 22–23 November.
This unique event gives students the opportunity to test their problem-solving skills, stretch their mathematical thinking, and connect with peers from around the world - all from the comfort of home and you can find all the details here.
The challenge runs entirely online and is open for a full 48-hour window, meaning students can log in and complete the tasks at a time that best suits them.
With participants joining in from across the globe, this is a fantastic chance to experience mathematics on an international stage while having fun and building confidence.
Why join?
- Work on engaging and challenging maths problems.
- Compete alongside students worldwide.
- Participate flexibly within the 48-hour period.
Gain valuable experience in logical thinking and strategy.
We encourage all students to give it a go - whether you’re aiming to challenge yourself or simply want to enjoy maths in a new way, this event is for you!
St Joseph’s College has been selected to allow our students to participate for free.
Here’s how you can register your child:
- Create a login here.
Enrol here by selecting Option 3 registration page and enter the school code St.Joseph's-Echuca@imo at checkout, the fee will drop to $0. This is the ‘Exam only’ option.
For any questions regarding the contest, please contact the IMC team directly at support@international-maths-challenge.com or Mrs Sarah Richardson srichardson@sje.vic.edu.au
Mrs Sarah Richardson
Learning Leader - Maths