The event, running from 11:00 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., challenged participants to solve complex math problems using only their minds.
Drawing on abacus-based techniques, the young competitors tackled three core segments: listening-based abacus exercises, analytical thinking problems, and high-speed “Math Brain” rounds designed to test concentration, speed, and precision.
Under the theme “Math Without Limits – Beyond the Calculator,” students performed live calculations in front of an audience of parents, teachers, and guests, highlighting noticeable improvements in focus and self-confidence.
All participants were recognized for their efforts: 66 received Certificates of Participation, 48 earned Certificates of Merit, and 3 were awarded Certificates of Excellence. Thirteen standout performers were honored as Best Winners with special recognition.
School leaders shared encouraging messages during the ceremony. The principal of Shenmo Rwanda opened by noting the rapid progress. “In just six months these students have gone from struggling with numbers to solving them in seconds. It shows what the right training can do,” he noted.
Madam Dhanya, Principal of King David Academy, also encouraged students to maintain the momentum. “Keep practising. The focus and confidence you are building now will help you in every subject and every challenge ahead,” she said.
The Director of King David Academy wrapped up the event by addressing the broader school community; “Activities like this prove that abacus training is about more than math – it’s about helping every child reach their full potential.”
Organized by Shenmo Education Rwanda in partnership with King David Academy, the competition forms part of a wider initiative to transform mathematics education in Rwanda through brain-enhancing abacus methods.
Shenmo Education Rwanda specializes in world-class abacus mental math programs that build essential lifelong skills in concentration, memory, and rapid calculation for children.
King David Academy, a forward-thinking institution in Kigali, prioritizes holistic education, innovation, and academic excellence, making it an ideal partner for such skill-building events.
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