By Alexis Rios – Staff Reporter

National Math Honor Society is an academic club at Jonathan Law where students complete different math-related activities and competitions. 

NMHS allows students to work with their peers and to build more of an understanding of math.

“This year our goal is to promote math and to get an influx of membership,” math teacher and advisor Mr. Ruzbarsky said. “The club is to honor those who have a very good math average.”

Allowing students to participate in these events allows them to build on their teamwork and math skills. 

“I like how it is a community where like-minded people get to meet and share their interest in mathematics,” junior member Rachna Vipparla said. “I hope to explore my math interest and possibly pursue a career in mathematics.”

This club is open to anyone who has passed an Algebra II class and who has a strong interest in math. 

NMHS has three upcoming competitions to participate in within the next few months.

“I hope students are left with the notion that the field of mathematics is an amazing field to pursue a career in,” junior president Meghana Cheela said. “ The goal of the national math honors society is to spark interest in the mathematics field”.

Every student who joins will have to be an active participant in the events and meetings. This includes members who volunteer and try their hardest in competitions.

NMHS includes more than just math. This society also focuses on collaboration and commitment. 

“I’m looking forward to this year because I’m excited to participate in competitions and to work with others,” junior member Midori Hughes said.

NMHS is there for more than just exploring mathematics, it’s there for the students to have fun as well. This club wants students to enjoy and find fun in mathematics. 

“Many people associate math with a negative connotation and we want to fix that,” Cheela said.

NMHS encourages anyone to join who fits the criteria. To join the society, one must have above an 87 average in all math classes and one must have completed Algebra II. 

“I’m excited for this year in National Math Honor Society because I want to explore the mathematical field and work with others in competitions,” junior vice president Sreeya Gudlavalleti said.