By Cesar Mendez and Yeiden Nieves – Sports Editors

The Mu Alpha Theta National Math Honor Society is back for another year at Jonathan Law.

Mr. Ruzbarsky returns again as the Advisor for the NMHS. Ruzbarsky founded the society at Law in 2019.

“Being part of Mu Alpha Theta math honor society provides several benefits, including recognition for mathematical excellence, access to scholarships and awards, opportunities to participate in math competitions, networking with other math-focused students,” Ruzbarsky said. “Also the chance to attend national conventions focused on mathematics, all while enhancing your college applications by showcasing your dedication to the subject.”

The board for this year’s NMHS are Senior President Deepika Chitirala, Senior Vice President Gavin Nett, Senior Secretary Maddy Baranowsky, and Junior Treasurer Fiorella Gargiulo.

“My favorite part of the society is being able to give the members a place to explore their love for math in unique ways outside of school,” Chitirala said. “I like seeing how they approach challenging and out-of-the-box problems we give them.” 

Students were accepted to the NMHS after an application process and an induction ceremony will be held next month. The NMHS officers are excited for new members to join.

“The Math Honor Society is great for spreading math to Law’s community as well as growing as a mathematician,’” Gargiulo said. “It’s a great way to get math help from peers and get everyone excited about math.”

The NMHS has lots of fun activities planned for the year, including the annual Pi Day celebration.

“I’m most excited for Pi Day,” junior Jackson Judge said. “Trying all the activities and trying to win the prize is the best part of the whole year.”

NMHS is a great program to join if students have a passion for math and helping others out. 

“The overall goal of the NMHS is to make math fun by getting the school involved in math activities,“ Baranowsky said.