We have been running this competition nationally for over a decade and it is widely acclaimed as one of the most credible educational competitions in Nigeria that truly seeks to reward excellence.
Cowbell National Secondary Schools Mathematics Competition
We wish to express our sincere gratitude for the total support and encouragement given to the competition during the previous editions and to seek your continued support in our efforts to help our students develop an interest in mathematics, science and vocational subjects, in line with the National Curriculum, so that we can together move education forward in Nigeria.
The 2015 edition marks the 15th year sponsorship of NASSMAC by Cowbell. To commemorate this feat, the Second Stage has been modified to include an interactive QUIZ format (Quarter-Final, Semi-Final & Final). Also, the prize money has been improved for both students and teachers.
This is part of Cowbell's effort in rewarding excellence. There are prizes for Candidates and Teachers both at the State and National levels. Apart from cash prizes, the National Champions and their Teachers will be sponsored to an all expense paid vacation.
The best three schools in each category will receive Mathematics Textbooks and High Class Metal Sign Posts bearing the name of the school.
In addition, the Schools producing the first Prize Winner in each category at the National level will receive 5 Desktop
Computers and a Printer each.
Introduction
Research conducted by our team has shown that the apparent loss of interest of our students in these areas of study is due mainly to:
- High cost of Books, Mathematical and Scientific instruments needed to effectively learn and understand these subjects.
- Lack of proper motivation and encouragement of students to take interest in these subjects.
- Poorly equipped Science Laboratories and Vocational Subjects Workshops in Post Primary Schools.
