The date 14 March (3/14) matches the first three digits of pi and has become a recognised maths “holiday,” which is even recognised by UNESCO as the International Day of Mathematics. It gives schools a natural opportunity to make maths enjoyable through games, competitions, art, and problem-solving. In turn it helps students see mathematics as creative, social, and relevant rather than just a test subject.
To mark the occasion, Britannica has been running Maths Week across the school. In addition to pi-themed activities in lessons, we have hosted several special events across the Secondary school. The Mathematics Department held a Pi-themed assembly that included a House competition based on Pi Dingbats. Students identified common phrases represented through pictures. The competition ended in a nail-biting finish. To break the tie, a student by each House was chosen to complete the pi themed task. All three students performed exceptionally well, however, the Green Dragons ultimately securing first place. Congratulations to them.
Across the school, each student has been assigned a digit from the sequence of pi. Students have decorated their assigned digit as part of a large collaborative bunting project. The bunting from each class will be combined to decorate the first floor, creating a colourful display of the digits of pi. Finally, on Friday, our Secondary students will celebrate Pi Day by taking part in the school’s annual “Wear a Number Day”, coming to school in clothing featuring their favourite numbers.
