Some 3,000 students from public and private schools participated from October 2021 to January 2022 in one of the biggest mathematics contests held in the Kingdom – the Angkor Math Competition 2021, which was organised by Bright Education Consultant. Nearly 500 students contested the final held at the Singapore Cambodia International Academy on January 15. Created to instil mathematical skills at Grades 5-12, students from 13 public schools and nine private institutions took part. Bright Education Consultant – established in 2018 – hosted the event to encourage students to excel in maths and critical thinking. The Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport along with the principals of the participating schools provided support and presented the prizes to the winners. Paragon University offered scholarships to the top 10 students in the Grade 11 to Grade 12 category. PHOTOS SUPPLIED