Shiri Guru Nanak Khalsa Primary School achieved a remarkable milestone by winning the Fiji Mathematics Competition (FMC) for Year Eight for the first time this year.
Last Saturday, the school’s team, which included Danish Prasad, Aarav Chand, Taniska Lal, and Ishita Lata, successfully solved 20 questions within 31 minutes during the competition held at the Latter-Day Saints Church in Tamavua, Suva.
Team leader and head girl, Taniska Lal, expressed confidence in their chances for victory, as they had previously won the Year Eight category at the Northern Zone competition. “We dedicated a maximum of four weeks to preparation, receiving valuable support from our teachers, Kamlesh Karan and Ashweeni Dutt,” she stated.
The competition saw participation from 14 schools across Fiji, and Ms. Lal highlighted the significance of their overall win as a major achievement.
Rajesh Kumar, the school head teacher, extended his gratitude to the school manager, parents, teachers, and the families of the students for their collective efforts in raising funds to support the students’ travel to Suva for the event.
“It is the first time Year Eight students have achieved this level, and bringing home the top trophy is a blessing,” Mr. Kumar remarked. He emphasized that the school promotes holistic development and that such competitions inspire other students to discover their strengths and excel academically.