Alpharetta Girl Attends Kumon Student Conference

ALPHARETTA, GA — An Alpharetta girl was among 56 high-achieving children from the United States, Canada and Mexico selected to attend the second annual Kumon Student Conference in Calgary, Canada on July 18.

The invited students, including 10-year-old Lake Windward Elementary School student Sri Varshini, are studying at least three years above their grade level in math and/or reading at their respective Kumon Centers, the organization said.

Attendees had the opportunity to learn from each other through a variety of enjoyable learning activities designed to foster team building, group discussion, critical thinking and creativity. In this unique learning environment, students heard from inspirational former Kumon students who have completed the Kumon Program, some of whom are now successful professionals.

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The students were also encouraged pursue the study of advanced algebra and critical reading before the end of sixth grade. Many of the students selected to attend have already reached this goal, while the rest are well on their way. The goal of completing the Kumon Math and Reading Program, which goes up to calculus and critical reading, is to make students well prepared for the study of high school material. This desire was one of the founding principles of the Kumon Method.

Kumon is an after-school math and reading enrichment program that unlocks the potential of children, so they can achieve more on their own. The learning method uses an individualized approach that helps children develop a solid command of math and reading skills.

Through daily practice and mastery of materials, students increase confidence, improve concentration, and develop better study skills. Founded in 1958, Kumon has over four million students enrolled in nearly 25,000 learning centers in 50 countries and regions.

Photo: Sri Varshini shaking hands with Kumon North America President, Mino Tanabe. Credit: Kumon North America.