The Mathematics Pentathlon problem solving games provide a highly motivational format for developing and practicing important math concepts. While playing games in cooperative groups, students strengthen their strategic thinking and critical reasoning abilities. For more information on the general program, visit http://www.mathpentath.org

Math Pentathlon Program at Kiker

The Math Pentathlon Club at Kiker is sponsored by 2nd grade teacher Mrs. Greene and a team of parent volunteers. The Club will meet various Monday evenings at Kiker beginning in January. Students will learn the fun games in division age groups led by parent volunteers. Members of Math Pentathlon are eligible to participate in the Texas area tournament held in Austin. Each student should have a parent volunteer who is willing to learn one of the games and help supervise at the tournament. 

Pentathlon Divisions & Tournament Dates - 2012 Season

Division I (Grades K - 1)   *Tournament Date: March 24, 2012
Division II (Grades 2 - 3)  *Tournament Date: April 21, 2012
Division III (Grades 4 - 5)  *Tournament Date: May 5, 2012
* The tournament is a 1-day local event where students compete against same grade level students from other schools

How does the club work?

In each division there are 5 games which the children will learn and practice over a 10 week period prior to the Math Pentathlon Tournament. Parents are expected to commit to helping teach games to the children on club practice nights as well as volunteer during the tournament at the end of the season.  Math Pentathlon club practices are held on Monday evenings at Kiker from 6:30-7:30pm, beginning in January.

Practice Dates - 2012 Season

Practice dates are: Jan 23 & 30, Feb 13 & 27, and Mar 5 & 19 for all divisions.
Div II add April  2, 16
Div III add April 2, 16, 30

How do I join the Kiker Pentathlon Club?

2012  Season MySign-up Link

Where do I get the Pentathlon Games?

1) Pentathlon games are sold online through the math pentathlon organization. Sets (all 5 games) are $80, or you can buy the games individually too.  Visit math pentathlon online store.
2) A limited suplly of individual games are available in the Kiker Library for check-out. Games are available for 1 week check out with a limit of one per student. Students who check out games are responsible for returning all game pieces. If you check out a game from the library, please bring it to the practice night.

How can I learn all the rules  and strategies for the games?

1) There are  rulebooks that come with the games, but they can be a little confusing/ambiguous
2) Rules/strategies for each game will be covered during the practice sessions.
3) Following are links to 'highlights' sheets, created by a parent,  that are very helpful for understanding the games better.
Division 1 Games Highlights Sheet
Division 2 Games Highlights Sheet
Division 3 Games HIghlights Sheet

Other Questions?

Contact  Kiker teacher Mrs. Greene, or parent volunteer This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it