Academic Competitions
Beyond the realm of sports and student-led after-school clubs, our students also have the opportunity to dive deep into academic competitions on both national and international platforms. With a dedicated team of educators guiding them, our students are well-prepared to tackle these intellectual challenges.
We firmly believe that academic competitions are not reserved solely for the top percentile. We encourage all students with a thirst for knowledge and a desire to challenge themselves to participate. To register for any of the competitions below, simply get in touch with your classroom teacher.
The Waterloo Mathematics Contests
Often referred to as the Canadian Mathematics Competition, these contests are products of the University of Waterloo’s Centre for Education in Mathematics and Computing (CEMC). Tailored for students from grade 7 to 12, we at Diponte provide the opportunity for students to participate in the Grade 11 Fermat and Grade 12 Euclid competitions. The Fermat contest consists of 25 multiple choice questions, totaling a potential 150 points, all to be attempted within an hour. The Euclid contest, for Grade 12, stretches over 2.5 hours, and also has 25 multiple choice questions.
Dates: Fermat (Grade 11) is usually held in February while the Euclid (Grade 12) is in April.
More Info: CEMC Contests
American Mathematics Competitions (AMC)
The AMC is split into three levels: AMC 8 (for grades 7 and 8), AMC 10 (grades 9 and 10), and AMC 12 (grades 11 and 12). A considerable number of our students annually opt for the AMC 10 and AMC 12 tests.
Dates: Both AMC 10 and AMC 12 are typically scheduled for February.
More Info: MAA Math Competitions
Sir Isaac Newton Physics Exam
Organized by the Department of Physics at the University of Waterloo, the SIN exam assesses high school physics knowledge. Designed to be both challenging and enjoyable, this exam hopes to foster a love for physics in students. High-performing students receive certificates of achievement, irrespective of their university admission intentions.
More Info: Sir Isaac Newton Exam
