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Title: Maths Union | Activities, Competitions, Awards & 2026 Projects

Description: Explore the J/Vembadi Girls’ High School Maths Union, empowering students from Grade 6–12 through Higher Order Thinking Skills, math competitions, quizzes, exhibitions, awards, and real-life problem-solving projects.

Maths Union

Empowering Young Minds Through Logic, Creativity & Higher Order Thinking Skills

The J/Vembadi Girls’ High School Maths Union (Math Club) is a student-driven academic club designed to build confidence, creativity, and advanced mathematical thinking among students from Grade 6 to Grade 12.

Operating under the guidance of the Mathematics Division, Provincial Department of Education – Northern Province, the club helps students strengthen analysis, synthesis, evaluation, logical reasoning, and creative problem-solving skills through engaging and real-world math activities.

About the Club

Vision

To foster a mathematically empowered student community that excels in Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) such as:

• Analysis

• Synthesis

• Evaluation

• Logical reasoning

• Creative problem-solving

Objectives

The objectives of the Math Club are:

1. To enhance students’ interest in Mathematics through creative and engaging activities.

2. To develop Higher Order Thinking Skills in students from Grade 6 to Grade 12.

3. To organize mathematical competitions, exhibitions, quizzes, and projects.

4. To promote peer learning and mentoring across grade levels.

5. To support the integration of mathematics with real-life problem-solving.

6. To maintain records of all club activities and reflect on their impact.

Club Information

Affiliation

This club operates under the guidance of the Mathematics Division, Provincial Department of Education – Northern Province and follows the Ministry of Education’s pedagogical and ethical guidelines.

Membership

• Open to all students from Grade 6 to Grade 12 with an interest in mathematics.

• Members are expected to actively participate in all club activities.

• Executive Committee members must have completed the Three-Day Residential Training Programme conducted by the Mathematics Branch of the Ministry of Education, or be mentored by trained EXCO members under teacher guidance.

Member Grades Covered

• Grade 6

• Grade 7

• Grade 8

• Grade 9

• Grade 10

• Grade 11

• Grade 12 / A/L

Executive Committee Structure

Student Leadership Team

• President – Provides leadership and oversees all Math Club activities.

• Secretary – Handles correspondence, minutes, notices, and meeting arrangements.

• Treasurer – Maintains financial records and oversees club budgeting.

• Public Relations Officer (PRO) – Promotes events, manages social media, and coordinates with external bodies.

• Documentation Officer – Maintains event reports, student reflections, and photo archives.

• Grade Coordinators (7 Total) – One coordinator for each grade from Grade 6–12.

Club Activities

Core Mathematics Activities

The Math Club conducts activities aligned with HOTS development, including:

• Problem-solving workshops

• Math treasure hunts / Math trails

• Recreational mathematics

• Math drama

• Magic squares

• Number tricks

• Fibonacci explorations

• Inter-grade math debates

• Quiz competitions

• Mathematical modeling

• Real-life projects

• Poster competitions

• Gallery walks

• Brain teaser sessions

• Logic puzzle workshops

2025 Activity Highlights

Major Club Events Conducted

1) Logo Creation Competition

A creative Maths Union logo design competition was successfully conducted to encourage innovation and visual identity building.

2) Math Day Programme

The club successfully organized a Math Day Programme, engaging students in fun and educational mathematical experiences.

3) Math Quiz 2025

A school-wide inter-grade mathematics quiz competition was conducted with outstanding student achievements.

Math Quiz 2025 — Prize Winners & Awards

Grade 6

• 1st Place: Nirushy Jeevaprathap

• 2nd Place: Thadsharaa Suthakarabaskar

• 2nd Place: Aruny Sasitharan

• 4th Place: Akshika Pararuban

Grade 7

• 1st Place: Aarthana Suthaahar

• 2nd Place: Kavisga Janarthanan

• 3rd Place: Barkavi Justin Jasotharan

• 4th Place: Arathy Jeyathas

Grade 8

• 2nd Place: Vandhana Gobalarajah

• 2nd Place: Absitha Ganeshalingam

• 3rd Place: Garunya Piranavabavah

• 4th Place: Kavyaah Kajan

Grade 9

• 1st Place: Harinia Sasikaran

• 2nd Place: Jenushiya Jeyarathan

• 2nd Place: Piradiksha Jeevabalan

• 4th Place: Ranjana Shanmugarajah

Grade 10

• 1st Place: Thivakshi Nanthakumar

• 2nd Place: Karshini Sivananthan

• 3rd Place: Ajini Anjithan

• 3rd Place: Bapisa Sivakumar

A/L 2026

• 1st Place: Manasha Suthakaran

• 2nd Place: Varaniya Vikneswaaran

• 2nd Place: Kasina Kalaichchelvan

• 4th Place: Vithaki Thaneshkumar

A/L 2025

• 1st Place: Yathurshika Sureshan

• 2nd Place: Thakini Jude Nirmalan

• 3rd Place: Kavisha Pavan

• 4th Place: Melsha Amal Dinesh Coonghe

Logo Design Competition Winners

• 1st Place: Kisnavi Mageswaran

• 2nd Place: Elakiya Ananthakrishan

• 3rd Place: Lokisha Kamalathasan

Upcoming Projects for 2026

Annual Roadmap

The Maths Union has planned the following major projects for 2026:

1. Conducting mathematics competitions

2. Conducting the mathematical exhibition

3. Conducting the Math Day Programme

Expected Start Period

Start Date: January 2026 (can be updated with exact launch date)

Upcoming Focus Areas

• Student participation growth

• Exhibition-based learning

• Real-world math innovation

• Award recognition programs

• Inter-school competition readiness

Awards & Recognition

Student Excellence Recognition

The club recognizes:

• Quiz champions

• Creative logo designers

• Grade-level top performers

• Active members

• Outstanding project contributors

• Leadership excellence in EXCO