2 NEAT students headed to Israel for math competition finals

As part of a desire to increase learning opportunities in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) subjects, the New England Academy of Torah (NEAT), the high-school division of the Providence Hebrew Day School, was one of hundreds of Orthodox Jewish high schools to participate in “Ulpaniada,” an international math competition sponsored by the Michlala College of Jewish Studies for Women. The college, located in Bayit Vegan, Jerusalem, reached out to girls in grades 9-12, to compete in a series of math examinations that tested their proficiency in math skills and logical reasoning. 

In a school of approximately 30 girls, it was most impressive that seven students were eager to participate; even more impressive was the fact that four of those seven made it to the second round, and two students, sophomore Hadassa Twersky and senior Chana Devorah Peromsik, have reached the final round. NEAT was recognized as a finalist institution, given the average results of the tests, in comparison with other schools around the globe.

The final round of this prestigious competition will take place in Israel, on the Michlala campus in Jerusalem. Students from around the globe will unite to experience a week of fun activities, culminating in the final round of competition to be administered on June 8. Following the final round, there will be a reception with the Israeli Minister of Education, where the winners will be announced and prizes will be distributed.

A big mazel tov to our students, and many thanks to Ilana Weissmann, General Studies Curriculum coordinator, and Rabbi Aaron Lapin, High School principal, for arranging for the girls to participate.

Submitted by New England Academy of Torah.