Javelina Cup Math Competition
This competition is hosted by the Texas A&M University-Kingsville Mathematics Department, delivered through the Pearson MyLab. After students register for the event, they can use MyLab to practice and prepare for the competition. Students get periodic quizzes. Winners will be determined by the highest score on a comprehensive assessment administered on the date of the contest.
11 th Annual Javelina Cup Mathematics Competition
Saturday, November 16, 2024
Registration Fee: $20 per student
Registration deadline October 27, 2024
Schedule of Events
| Time | Description | Room |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30am - 10am | Arrival and Check-In | Rhode Hall 309 |
| 10am - 11am | Math Competition | Rhode Hall 308 |
| 11am - 12:30pm | Lunch | Javelina Dining Hall |
| 12:30pm - 2pm | Final Assembly & Awards | Rhode Hall 309 |
Eligibility
Students who completed Algebra I last school year (AY 23-24) are eligible to participate. Students enrolled in Algebra I this school year (AY 24-25) are also eligible, but will be competing against students who have already completed Algebra I.
Individual and Team Awards
All students compete against each other for the individual competition. Schools may bring up to fifteen students. Texas A&M University-Kingsville scholarships will be awarded for first, second, and third place individual finishers. Certificates and t-shirts will be awarded to all participants.
First, second, and third place team trophies will be awarded to schools based on the sum of the top three student scores from each participating school.
Registration Process
- Teachers: register your students through EMarkets
- Have a parent or guardian fill out and sign for each student the participant waiver, indemnification and medical treatment form, and the media release form.
- Once the student has registered, then they will receive instructions on how to sign up. Students
allow 3 business days to receive instructions. - Students can begin practicing !
Students will not be able to compete if:
- They do not bring their participant waiver, indemnification, and medical treatment form filled out and signed by their parent or guardian.
- They have not registered.