On Thursday morning, the Year 7 and Year 8 students were treated to an engaging and entertaining hour of Mathematics. They were introduced to influential mathematicians throughout history, including Kiddinu, Euclid, Archimedes and Pythagoras.
Through a series of intriguing problems, students were captivated by the beauty of mathematics, discovering surprising patterns—such as arriving at the same answer even when starting with different numbers—and exploring the probability of predicting heads or tails.
Midway through the show, the Year 7 and Year 8 students competed to match famous female mathematicians who overcame significant challenges with remarkable accomplishments. Some of these mathematicians were denied the opportunity to attend school, while others had to study mathematics in secret. Their stories served as a powerful reminder of perseverance and may even inspire students to pursue mathematics with renewed enthusiasm.
To conclude the session, everyone was presented with one final challenge: crossing seven bridges exactly once. Isaac (Year 7) was invited on stage to play the role of the King in a reenactment of this historical puzzle. Although no solution was revealed, students were encouraged to explore the famous Königsberg Bridge Problem for themselves. If you haven’t heard of it, consider this your invitation to step into the fascinating world of mathematics and discover what it’s all about.