NCCTM STATE MATHEMATICS CONTEST
APPALACHIAN STATE UNIVERSITY
Boone, North Carolina
Wednesday, April 4, 2012
Appalachian State University will sponsor qualifying contests for the Algebra I and Comprehensive parts
of the NCCTM State Mathematics Contest on Wednesday, April 4, 2012. We must limit the number of
participants per school to 8 for the Algebra 1 test and to 12 for the Comprehensive test.
The contests are open to all students who meet the eligibility requirements listed below. The purpose of
this contest is to stimulate interest in mathematics, to showcase the mathematical talents of local students,
and for schools to compete with other schools in the area. Participation in mathematical contests is highly
regarded by colleges and universities across the country.
Rules of Eligibility
Currently, a student may compete in only one division and at only one test site per year. Also, a student
must have been enrolled in Algebra I during the present academic year (2011-2012) or in the summer of
2011 to be eligible for the Algebra I exam. A student may compete only once in each subject division
except comprehensive which may be repeated. The specific rules can be found at the website:
http://math.ncssm.edu/smc/Inform/rules.htm
Calculator policy
Algebra I: Calculators and batteries will NOT be provided; students are expected to bring their own
calculators. Graphing calculators such as the TI-83 family and TI-84 family or equivalent are permitted,
but calculators that solve algebraic systems (e.g., TI-89 and TI-92) are not. Calculators may not be
allowed at the State Finals (depending on the Region).
Comprehensive: No calculators will be allowed.
Exams
The NC Standard Course of Study will be consulted when generating questions for both the Algebra I and
Comprehensive exams. The Comprehensive exam may include concepts from any high school math
course except Calculus.
Algebra 1: Exam will consist of 30 multiple-choice and 3 short answer questions. Students will be ranked
according to their scores on the multiple-choice part, and the short answer questions will ONLY be used
to break ties.
Comprehensive: Exam will consist of 25 multiple-choice questions and 3 short answer questions.
Students will be ranked according to their combined score on the multiple-choice and short answer.
8:30-9:15 am
9:15 am
9:30 am
9:45 – 11:15 am
11:15 – 1:00 pm
1:15 pm
Schedule of Events
Registration (Rosen Concert Hall)
Welcome (Rosen Concert Hall)
Walk to Plemmons Student Union
Exam
Lunch (on your own)
Awards Ceremony and Closing Remarks (Rosen Concert Hall)
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Awards
Algebra 1: Prizes or mementoes will be given to the top individuals and a trophy to the top school.
Certificates will be given to the highest scorer from each school. The top 10% (up to 15 individuals) will
qualify for the regional state finals on May 3, 2012 (tentative) at either UNC-Asheville or UNCGreensboro (depending on the NCCTM region in which the student’s school is located).
Central Region: Contact: Gregory Bell, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, (336)334-5836
or e-mail at gcbell@uncg.edu
Western Region: Contact: Lothar Dohse, University of North Carolina at Asheville, (828)232-5189
or e-mail dohse@unca.edu
Comprehensive: Cash prizes and/or plaques will be given to the top 5 individuals and a trophy to the top
school. Certificates will be given to the top scorer from each school. The top 2 scorers from the following
counties: Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Watauga, Wilkes, Yadkin, Surry, Iredell, Alexander, Catawba, Burke,
Caldwell, and Mitchell will automatically qualify for the state finals in addition to the next highest scorers
to make a total of 8% of the participants. The state finals will be held on April 19, 2012 at the North
Carolina School of Science and Math in Durham.
Directions/Parking
Directions to and maps of campus can be found at Appalachian’s website http://maps.appstate.edu. Buses
will need to unload students in front of Rosen Concert Hall and then will be directed to park by ASU
Parking & Traffic officials. For those traveling in private cars, you can pick up a parking pass at the
Registration table and will be directed park in the Rivers Street Parking Deck.
Registration
It is required that you fill out and return the registration form by March 28, 2012. The registration form
can be found at http://www.mathsci.appstate.edu/news-events/math-contest. Please note, due to space
limitations, each school may only bring a maximum of 8 students for the Algebra 1 contest and a
maximum of 12 students for the Comprehensive contest. In addition, any substitution of students
must be given to the site coordinator at least 24 hours prior to the contest. If a substitution is made
after that time frame, we cannot guarantee that a student will get a certificate of participation.
Please make sure to include an email address on your registration form, as an acknowledgement of receipt
will be sent only by email.
Fees
A non-refundable fee of $4.00 will be charged for each contestant attending the contest. The fee will
help cover the costs of printing expenses and awards for the winners. Late registration fee will be $5.00
per student. The total fees must be paid in full prior to the contest date to be eligible to compete the day of
the contest. Receipts will be provided to sponsors on the contest day. Please mail registration and fees by
March 28, 2012 to:
Lori Tyler
Math/Science Education Center
ASU Box 32120
121-B RCOE Building
Boone, NC 28608
For more information about our contest at Appalachian:
http://www.mathsci.appstate.edu/news-events/math-contest
For more information about the state contest: http://math.ncssm.edu/smc/
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