The Kirkwood High School Math Team delivered an outstanding performance this past weekend at the MathLeague.org State Competition, held at the University of Missouri. Competing against 22 of the top schools from across Missouri, Kirkwood secured an impressive third-place overall finish, earning a spot at the national competition on May 16 at Washington University in St. Louis.
The team’s success reflects both individual excellence and strong collaborative performance across multiple events.
Individual honors
- Tada Wang — 2nd Place, 10th Grade Target Round
- Joey Edwards — 5th Place, 12th Grade Target Round
- Tada Wang — 5th Place Overall Individual (10th Grade)
Team honors
- 1st Place, Team Event: Luka Artomov, Jack Greenberg, Joey Edwards, Sienna Staten, Tada Wang
- 4th Place, Team Event: Melvin Maclin, Lily Driscoll, Oliver Burkemper, Luisa Marietta, Isaiah Smith
- 3rd Place, Power Question: Luka Artomov, Jack Greenberg, Joey Edwards, Sienna Staten, Tada Wang
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The MathLeague.org competitions are designed to challenge students with rigorous problem-solving tasks that emphasize mathematical reasoning, collaboration, and advanced critical thinking. Kirkwood’s strong showing highlights the depth of talent and dedication within the program.
With their qualification secured, the team now prepares to compete against top programs from across the country at the national level later this spring.
