Mankato Area Public Schools

Is math your thing? What if you could compete in an actual tournament alongside other math enthusiasts? Math Masters of Minnesota gives you that opportunity. If you love the thrill of a contest format or just love math, this opportunity is for you. Math Masters of Minnesota, along with South Central Service Cooperative, hosts annual Math Masters Tournaments for youth in Mankato at Bethany Lutheran College.

Mankato Community Education is offering an opportunity for youth who want to compete (as a team), but are not already on a team sponsored by your school. Sign up, form teams (up to 5 students per team), practice and then compete! It is really that easy. In 2026 we will host teams at 4th & 5th Grade Math Masters on Friday, April 24, 2026.  They will be Community Education Teams with a unique sub title created by the team.

Saturday practice sessions at Lincoln Community Center will prepare you for the experience.

On Friday, April 24, 2026 all team members will gather at Bethany Lutheran College at 8:30 am, ready for a fun morning of “problem solving!” The contest concludes with an award ceremony at approximately 11:30 am.  Everyone gets a t-shirt!

Transportation is not included with the fee. Parents or guardians transport to and from the contest site (and ideally stay to watch the excitement from the bleachers).

About Math Masters & This Course

1. This opportunity is only for students currently in grade 4 or 5 (home school, charter, or online school students are welcome to participate as well as public and private school students)
2. Fee is per person and includes all fees to participate in the contest, on Friday, April 24 + practice opportunities to prepare
3. Transportation to the Friday, April 24, 2026 contest is not included in the fee. Parents or guardians will transport their students to and from the contest location (Bethany Lutheran College)
4. To learn more about Math Masters Of Minnesota, visit their website at math-masters.org
5. No advancement beyond the local contest is available. Individual and Team Awards will be announced at the conclusion of the contest.
6. Students will complete in 4 individual and 3 team rounds. Awards based on scores.