WGSD Math Teams Excel at UW-Whitewater Math Meet

Waterford, WI | January 8, 2026

The Waterford Graded School District (WGSD) Math Teams recently showcased their academic talents at the annual UW-Whitewater Math Meet. On Wednesday, January 7, students from our 5th–6th grade and 7th–8th grade teams competed against top area schools in a series of rigorous mathematical challenges.

Competition Categories

Our 16 dedicated team members were tested across five specialized categories designed to challenge their logic and speed:

• Computational Math: Solving complex arithmetic and algebraic equations.

• Consumer Math: Applying math to real-world financial scenarios.

• Geometric Reasoning: Analyzing shapes, area, and spatial properties.

• Mental Math: Solving problems rapidly without the use of calculators or scratch paper.

• Team Problem Solving: A collaborative event requiring high-level critical thinking and strategy.

Outstanding Student Achievement

While every student showed incredible determination and teamwork, we are thrilled to announce a standout individual performance. Special congratulations to Parker S., who earned the 2nd highest individual score among all 5th-grade competitors!

Pride in Our WGSD Students

Although we did not bring home a team trophy this year, the performance of our 16 representatives was exemplary. They demonstrated the core values of WGSD—excellence, pride, and mathematical precision—while competing at the university level.

For more information about WGSD academic programs or to contact the Math Team coordinator, please email: Sara Schoepke at schoepke@waterford.k12.wi.us