Early this spring (actually during our Spring Break), Waterford students participated in some important math competitions.
On March 4, twenty-three Waterford students (Class VII – XII) traveled with Mr. Golze and Ms. Orton to Weber State University to compete in the Utah State Math Competition. This week, the Utah State Math Competition released the results and we want to add our congratulations to the following students:
Of special note is that Kiran (‘25) scored first place not only in 7th grade but also on the entire Junior Exam (Grades 7-9). In addition, Tarun (‘21) and Evan (‘20) tied for first place on the entire Senior exam (Grades 10-12).
Unfortunately, this year’s awards banquet was cancelled, but these students will receive prizes and awards delivered to them individually.
On March 7, our Middle School math team comprised of Kiran R. ‘25, Brian W. ‘25, Ujan R. ‘24 and Shayan P. ‘24 and coached by Tarun M. ‘21 and Masaki T. ‘21 competed in the Utah State MathCounts competition going head to head individually and as a team against over 20 schools and 100 individuals. Waterford School’s team placed fourth in the State with two top 10 finishers. Brian W. ‘25 took 9th place and Kiran R. ‘25 took 1st.
Kiran’s first place qualified him to represent Utah again this year at the Raytheon National MathCounts Competition. Unfortunately that event which was to have been held this week, had to be cancelled. However, Kiran is attending a special MathCounts online event this week.
Every year, Waterford participates in the American Math Competition (AMC). This year, students who took the AMC8 exam in November scored well enough to earn Waterford a spot on the MAA School Honor Roll, the only school in the state of Utah to accomplish this. In February, Dr. Bennett joined Waterford students at a reception with MAA President, Dr. Michael Dorff, to receive the award.
In addition, students who score high enough on the AMC10 or AMC 12 competitions earn an invitation to the American Invitational Math Exam (AIME). This year Waterford had 5 students earn this invitation: Liam R. (‘27), Kiran R. (‘25), Brian W. (‘21), Tarun M. (‘21) and Evan L. (‘20). Students were preparing to take that 3 hour exam the first week we returned to campus this term. Sadly, that exam along with the follow up US Math Olympiad exams were cancelled.
Nancy Woller is currently serving as the Chair for Waterford’s Mathematics Department and holds the Heuston Endowed Chair for Teaching. Nancy has always viewed herself as a teacher. At the age of 17, Nancy was recruited to substitute for her math teacher in her old high school. There was no looking back and from that point on, teaching and education have been her passion. She came to Waterford over 20 years ago after teaching in Oregon, California, New York and Utah and has experience teaching at all levels from elementary to secondary to university. Nancy holds a BS in Psychology and an MA in Mathematics, both from Brigham Young University and is currently pursuing a doctoral degree in Educational Leadership and Policy at the University of Utah. Nancy has four children (all Waterford alumni) and enjoys the rare times when all can gather. She loves to travel and has been known to unexpectedly run into Waterford alumni in places as far afield as Queenstown, New Zealand, a street corner of New York City, an airport in Manchester, England, and even in an In-and-Out Burger in Las Vegas. Besides teaching and spending time with her family, her favorite thing to do is to listen to people’s stories.
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Come together with Waterford alumni from across the entire 1990s for an evening of reconnecting and reminiscing! This combined reunion is a chance to celebrate the friendships, memories, and moments that made your Waterford years so special. Enjoy hearty appetizers and a variety of drinks, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic options, while catching up with old friends and sharing laughs about your school days.
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Saturday, May 16 | 7:30 – 11:30 AM | Murray Science Center
We’re bringing back birding! Who remembers the Class IX Bird Project? Don’t miss your chance to join this fun, family-friendly event with Mark Bromley, James Harris, Mike Johnson ‘88, and Bekka Joslin. We will meet at Waterford and take a bus together. Don’t forget to bring your binoculars (we will have extras on hand if you don’t have your own).
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Friday, May 15 | 6:30 – 7:30 PM | East Field
We’re excited to see Waterford Alumni at our annual Alumni Soccer Game! This Waterford tradition gives former players the chance to return to the field, reconnect with old teammates, and showcase their skills in a friendly atmosphere. Whether you played with us just a few years ago or several decades ago, we look forward to seeing you back on the field. Make sure to bring friends and family to cheer you on!
Friday, May 15 | 5:00 – 7:00 PM | Main Quad | No Registration Required
Join us for a fun BBQ bash at Waterford with current families and Waterford staff and faculty. It’s a great way to connect with your Waterford classmates and enjoy delicious food before the Alumni Soccer Game!
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Friday, May 15 | 4:00 – 5:00 PM | Haught Visual Arts Gallery at Waterford | No Registration Required
Waterford has always been a place where creativity thrives. Join us for the first-ever Alumni Art Show in the Haught Visual Arts Gallery and reconnect with the creative spirit that shaped your time here. This exhibition features work by 16 Waterford Alumni artists, reflecting a range of disciplines, perspectives, and practices.
Brief Remarks at 4:00 pm will be offered by Gallery Manager and Curator Charlie Tadlock, followed by remarks from some of the Alumni Artists.
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Friday, May 15 | 2:15 – 3:30 PM | Miller Student Commons | Registration Highly Recommended
Ever wish you could go back and sit in your favorite class one more time? This Alumni Weekend, you can. We’re bringing you back “Back to Class” where you’ll have the chance to slip into a real, live Upper School classroom and experience Waterford exactly as it exists today. Same teachers, same energy, same magic. Come relive the feeling.
Friday, May 15 | 12:45– 1:00 PM | Miller Student Commons | No Registration Required
Don’t leave lunch just yet. Immediately following the Kick-Off, Head of School Andrew Menke will take a few minutes to share what’s been happening at Waterford; the changes, the milestones, and the exciting things on the horizon. It’s a chance to hear straight from the source about the school you helped shape and where it’s headed next. No sign-up needed, just pull up a seat.
Friday, May 15 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Miller Student Commons | No Registration Required
Kick off Alumni Weekend the right way — with good food and even better company. Join us in the new Miller Student Commons for Waterford’s all-inclusive dining experience, and spend the lunch hour reconnecting with the faculty who made your time here unforgettable. Pull up a chair, catch up with old favorites, and let the weekend begin. No registration is required for this event.
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For many of you, Assistant Head of School, Todd Winters, was the first person who ever showed you and your parents around our 41 acre campus. Now he’s back to do it again! Todd will lead you through Waterford’s beautiful newest additions and recent transformations, giving you a firsthand look at what your years here helped build. Whether it’s your first tour with Todd or your second, you won’t want to miss this one.