Monbulk MP James Merlino on Thursday 27 July met with hills students before their participation in the 12th World Cup of World Mathematical Olympiad.
To be held in Beijing this month, the students from Billanook and Mooroolbark East primary schools will be challenged to apply creative and integrated methods to solve mathematical problems using creativity, teamwork and intuition.
The 12 students will compete on Wednesday 9 August.
The World Mathematical Olympiad allows students from more than 20 countries and 300 cities to participate in the event, with the vision to permit students to demonstrate their critical thinking and mathematical skills, as well as engaging in a cultural exchange.
At the conclusion of the competition, students will participate in a Beijing tour, including visiting the Great Wall of China.
Mr Merlino said it was great to see local students representing their community on an international stage.
“We want to see more students excelling in areas like mathematics and science because these are skills that we know employers will be looking for now and into the future,” he said.
