Schools Prize in the History of Mathematics

Have you got students in your school who are curious about the history of mathematics? Are you considering an activity to share with your students in an enrichment session? 

The British Society for the History of Mathematics is holding its annual Schools Writing Prize in the History of Mathematics, open to 11-15-year olds and 16-19-year olds.

This year they are inviting students to write or make a presentation/film/song (or make a submission in any other medium) on historical aspects of the mathematics of recreation. This could include something new or interesting about, for example, the maths of sports, games, or music. No topic in the mathematics of recreation is off limits, but the story has to relate to a real historical development or event. 

In addition to broadening students' mathematical curiosity, there's two first prizes (£100) in the above groups, and as many runner-up prizes (£20 each) as they find appropriate. As a winner or a runner-up, apart from the financial reward, students will also get a certificate, and a free BSHM subscription for a year. 

The deadline is 14th July 2023 at midnight.