Dickinson State University (DSU) and Dickinson High School (DHS) celebrated the success of the 2026 Math Meet, held March 25 on the DSU campus. The event brought together 65 students from grades 9–12 representing eight high schools across southwest North Dakota, highlighting academic excellence and a shared commitment to mathematics education.
Organized by student leaders in the Dickinson High School Math Club and their advisor, Ashly Marshall, and co-hosted by DSU School of Education faculty member Jeri Braunagel, the competition provided students with a challenging and engaging environment to test their mathematical skills.
Participants competed in multiple rounds, including Lightning Round, Algebra, Geometry, Advanced Math individual tests, and a collaborative Team Round. A total of 17 teams competed in this year’s meet.
Team Results
1st Place Team – South Heart Coach: Josh Tormaschy Team Members: Serra Buerkle, Alex Dutke, Jake McCann, Shayden Moe
2nd Place Team – Beach Coach: Amanda Stoltz Team Members: Leah Davidson, Gavin Farstveet, Slater Gunlnel, Ava Zachman
3rd Place Team – Hebron Coach: Dean Rolle Team Members: Jacoby Elmer, Jaxon Rolle, Ryan Schneider, Xavier Torres
Individual Awards (Grades 11–12)
1st Place – Jaxon Rolle, Hebron 2nd Place – Alex Dutke, South Heart 3rd Place – Gavin Farstveet, Beach 4th Place – Slater Gunlnel, Beach 5th Place – Leah Davidson, Beach
Individual Awards (Grades 9–10)
1st Place – Sawyer Farstveet, Beach 2nd Place – Brady Hauge, Flasher 3rd Place – Josh Davidson, Beach 4th Place – Luke Hauge, Flasher 5th Place – Afton Coots, Hebron
DSU Scholarship Recipients
Top Junior – Zoe Erickson, Hebron 2nd Place Junior – Kallen Albers, Center-Stanton Top Senior – Jaxon Rolle, Hebron 2nd Place Senior – Alex Dutke, South Heart
“This event continues to demonstrate the strength of mathematics education in our region and the enthusiasm students bring to academic competition,” said co-organizer Jeri Braunagel. “We are proud to partner with area schools to create meaningful opportunities for student engagement and achievement.”
For more information about future events, visit Dickinson State University’s website.