Math Pentathlon problem solving games provide a highly motivational format for developing and practicing important math concepts. While playing games in cooperative division age groups, students strengthen their strategic thinking and critical reasoning abilities. For more information on the program, please visit www.mathpentath.org.
We need YOU! The Math Pentathlon Club at MHG is successful because of our wonderful parent volunteers! Classes will be formed based on the number of parent volunteer coaches (or team coaches if you prefer to share coaching duties with another parent). If you are interested in becoming a coach or team coach for any grade, please contact MHG Math Pentathlon Club Coordinator (contact info on reverse). Coaches should be identified by mid-October to ensure adequate time for training.
Characteristics of the Program
How is the Math Pentathlon Club implemented at MHG?
The Math Pentathlon Club at MHG is led by a team of parent volunteers. The club will meet before school every Tuesday morning at 8am beginning on October 29th. All math club students will be eligible to participate in an optional Michigan area tournament held in the spring.
Classes are broken down by the following grades: DivI: K-1, DIV II: 2-3, and DIV III: 4-5. In each division there are 5 games which the children will learn and practice prior to the Math Pentathlon tournament. Parents are expected to commit to helping teach games to the children on club practice mornings as well as volunteer during the tournament at the end of the season, if your child chooses to participate. Tournament participation is not mandatory.
How does my child join Math Pentathlon Club at MHG?
A flyer was sent home with information on how to register your child. Classes will be limited to 12-16 students per class. Students will be accepted based on first come first serve, as well as parent participation.
What costs are involved?
Registration = $20/student (covers the cost of teaching materials, t-shirts & end of season celebration)
Tournament Participation (optional) = $49/student*
*For families with hardship, PTA scholarships can be requested
Check-out games to play at home = FREE
Purchasing your own games through the Math Pentathlon website is optional.
Math Pentathlon Club Timeline
October: Identify coaches for each division. Involve coaches in sessions to help them learn the program.
November-January: Teach games/activities to students in math club before school every Friday morning.
February-March: Prepare students for tournament. Train adult volunteers to monitor games at tournament.
March-May: Students and parents participate in an optional Mathematics Pentathlon Tournament.
Pentathlon Institute In-person Workshop
Pentathlon Institute will offer in-person orientation session for adults in October. During these sessions parents will break out into grade level groups where they are introduced to each of the 5 games. If you are interested in learning more about the program please visit the Math Pentathlon website to register for this free event (orientation is mandatory for new coaches). Use promo code: MIHOSTING24
October 15, 2024, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
WAY ELEMENTARY, Bloomfield Hills SD
765 West Long Lake Rd, Bloomfield Hills 48302
October 16, 2024, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
MEADOW BROOK ELEMENTARY, Rochester Community Schools
2350 Munster Rd, Rochester Hills, MI 48309
October 17, 2024, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
MARY HELEN GUEST ELEMENTARY, Walled Lake SD
1655 Decker Rd, Walled Lake, MI 48390
REGISTER HERE: https://www.mathpentath.org/need-help-learning-the-games-in-person/
National Math Pentathlon Tournaments (optional)
Students who have become proficient at the games may wish to test their problem-solving abilities with students from other schools at a National Math Pentathlon Tournament. Each participant is matched with a different player at the same grade level from different schools for each of the 5 games. Each two-person game is officiated by one adult volunteer game monitor.
Division I (Grades K-1): April 12, 2025 @ Walled Lake Northern High School
Division II (Grades 2-3): April 5, 2025 @ Bloomfield Hills High School
Division III (Grades 4-5): May 17, 2025 @ Stoney Creek High School in Rochester Hills
Parents! You can make a difference in your child's life by creating a positive attitude and high self-esteem in math! If you are interested in seeing this program at MHG and would like to coach any grade level please contact
MHG Math Pentathlon Parent Co-Chairs:
Lorelei Anderson
lorelei1208@gmail.com
248-472-8101(call or text)
SuVon Treece
suvon.treece@gmail.com
313-443-2368(call or text)
Eric Frasier
efrasier65@gmail.com