Later in 2025, we had the opportunity to participate in the American Math Olympiad (AMO), a globally recognized mathematics competition that challenges students with advanced, non-routine problem solving and critical thinking beyond standard grade-level expectations.
And we are so proud to announce that two of our students received awards! — one of our 3rd graders earned a Bronze Award, and another 3rd grader received an Honorable Mention.
When we received the results, we couldn’t have been more proud!! We celebrate not only their achievement, but also their courage to take on this challenge and their achievements.
This was the very first time for YBS to take on the Math Olympiad.
Before the competition, as we looked through the sample questions, we honestly felt uncertain about how far our students could go….even our math teachers were scared….the first wall begins with thinking flexibly and truly understanding each question.
But our students were so brave!! When the students faced the challenge, their expressions were filled with focus and determination. Even when the problems were difficult, they never gave up. They kept thinking, pushing forward, and trying until the very end.
In that moment, all of our doubts disappeared.
And this is not just the story of the award winners.
For those who received awards, those who didn’t, and the teachers who stood beside them — this experience holds deep meaning for all of us. It was about having the courage to step beyond uncertainty and take on something new.
And through this journey, something even more important was born.
A new goal.
A stronger belief.
A shared determination to take on the next challenge — and aim even higher!
We will continue to grow, to challenge ourselves, and to move forward together.
Congratulations to our award winners, and to every student who took on this challenge!
Our proud students taught us the true meaning of never giving up, having courage, and not limiting our potentials.