Adrian, MI — The Lenawee Intermediate School District TECH Center was alive with energy on Tuesday, April 2nd, as students from across Lenawee County gathered for the Lenawee County Equations Super Tournament, the final event of the Lenawee Equations season. Students from Adrian Public Schools, Madison School District, Sand Creek Community Schools, and Tecumseh Public Schools brought teams ready to compete in a high-energy day of math-based competition.
Participants were grouped by grade levels—grades 5/6, grades 7/8, and high school—with additional divisions within each group to ensure balanced and fair competition.
This year’s tournament concluded with Tecumseh Public Schools taking home the traveling trophy for grades 5/6 and the high school division, while Sand Creek Community Schools claimed the traveling trophy for grades 7/8. All participating districts had students place in the top three across various divisions, highlighting the academic talent throughout Lenawee County.
The Lenawee Equations program is led by Jacqueline Clegg, a teacher from Madison School District and the county-wide coordinator for the program.
“Equations is a wonderful program that allows our young mathematicians to creatively compete with their mathematical logic and affords all students a chance to be a part of a sport,” said Clegg.
She added, “We look forward to expanding to additional teams from Lenawee County, as more districts join us for the 2025–2026 school year.”
Educators across the county continue to see the program’s positive impact. At Adrian Public Schools, mathematics teacher and coach Amber Lilly shared how the program has grown and inspired her students.
“Last year, we had 11 students participate, and this year we brought a team of 26—the momentum is truly exciting,” said Lilly. “It’s rewarding to see students connect with peers who share their interests in such a dynamic and challenging environment. The competition is intense, and it’s incredible to see that level of engagement come from a math-based game. Equations is every bit as competitive as any sport I’ve played, just in a different way—and it’s a fantastic opportunity for students to strengthen both their critical thinking and social skills.”
The program's longevity is also a highlight for Tecumseh Public Schools, where students often stay involved in Equations throughout their school years.
“Equations is one of the few extracurricular programs that students can join as early as fifth grade and stay involved with all the way through high school,” said Jan Garner, coach at Tecumseh Public Schools. “It’s amazing to see how many of our students stick with it year after year. Equations is a great way to turn math into something fun, challenging, and engaging.”
At Sand Creek Community Schools, the program offers not only academic growth but a strong sense of belonging.
“For students who may not be involved in traditional sports, Equations gives them a place to compete, belong, and grow,” said Jennifer Gunter, coach at Sand Creek Community Schools. “It pushes their math skills to new heights and helps build meaningful connections. I especially love seeing our older students mentor the younger ones—it creates a sense of community and shared purpose that goes beyond the game.”
As the final tournament of the season, the Super Tournament serves as both a competitive finale and a celebration of academic growth and teamwork. Thanks to strong support from educators, families, and the LISD, the Equations program is on track to expand and engage even more students in the years ahead.