# Grade 5/6

**Source**: https://cemc.uwaterloo.ca/resources/grade-level/grade-5-6
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## Contests for Grade 5/6 students

Below you will find contests suitable for Grade 5/6 students. Interested students from these grades are also welcome to participate in contests designed for higher grades.

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- [All](https://cemc.uwaterloo.ca/resources/grade-level/grade-5-6?subject_area=All)- [Computer Science](https://cemc.uwaterloo.ca/resources/grade-level/grade-5-6?subject_area=4)- [Mathematics](https://cemc.uwaterloo.ca/resources/grade-level/grade-5-6?subject_area=3)

##### Team Up Challenge

The Team Up Challenge is an engaging and collaborative mathematics resource designed for students in Grades 6 to 8. This challenge consists of materials that educators can use in their classrooms, grouping four students to work collaboratively to solve challenging math problems. This resource aims to foster teamwork, problem-solving skills, and mathematical creativity among participants. \
This resource is available in English and French.

Grade

6

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8

[Learn more
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Dates

- **Contest dates:**Monday, June 1, 2026, or later
- **Ordering deadline:** Thursday, May 28, 2026

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[Order Contest](https://cemc2.math.uwaterloo.ca/contest/Sigma/school/supervisorPortalLogin.php)

##### Beaver Computing Challenge

The Beaver Computing Challenge (BCC) is an online, multiple-choice contest that introduces students to computer science and aims to create excitement about computing among those with little or no previous experience. \
This contest is available in English only.

Grade

5

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10

[Learn more
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Dates

The Beaver Computing Challenge is usually held in the month of November. Contest dates for 2026/2027 will be updated in May 2026.

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[Order Contest](https://cemc2.math.uwaterloo.ca/contest/Sigma/school/supervisorPortalLogin.php)

## Tools and Resources for Grade 5/6 students

Explore our CEMC tools and resources that are designed for students in Grade 5/6. No registration or fee is required to access these materials.

##### [Problem of the Weekarrow\_forward](https://cemc.uwaterloo.ca/resources/potw)

Engaging math problems shared every week to enhance problem-solving skills.

Grade 3 to 12

##### [Past Contests, Solutions and Results arrow\_forward](https://cemc.uwaterloo.ca/resources/past-contests)

A wide range of past CEMC contests and their solutions to familiarize yourself with the contest format, level of difficulty, and problem solving strategies.

Grade 5 to 12

##### [The Mathematician Mosaic arrow\_forward](https://cemc.uwaterloo.ca/resources/mathematician-mosaic)

The Mathematician Mosaic is a CEMC initiative dedicated to showcasing the invaluable contributions of mathematicians from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds. Through a collection of student-made biographical posters, our project seeks to shine a necessary spotlight on unsung achievements and foster more inclusive perspectives in mathematics.

Grade 1 to 12

##### [Problems with Purposearrow\_forward](https://cemc.uwaterloo.ca/resources/problems-with-purpose)

Thoughtfully crafted math problems that connect classroom learning to real-world applications.

Grade 4 to 12

## Workshops for Grade 5/6 students

Explore our workshops that cater to Grade 5/6 students.

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##### Math Circles

Math Circles is a weekly enrichment program for students in Grades 6 to 12, taking place in the Fall and Winter. Math Circles is available both in-person and online. Students explore mathematical topics beyond the standard curriculum through direct instruction and problem-solving activities.

[LEARN MORE](https://cemc.uwaterloo.ca/workshops/student-workshops/math-circles)

## CEMC stories

Our contests, programs, tools, and resources have a significant impact on students and educators worldwide.

Hello! Thank you so much for offering the Team Up Challenge. It is our third running this event at our school.  A huge thank-you for including a French version. We are a francophone school and this makes a huge difference to the students comfort level tackling challenging math problems to not also be asking for help with translation of terms. Again, we really appreciate what you do.

Educator from Canada