‘ These past few days at the SISMC have been a wonderful experience for me . Competing in such a prestigious math competition and engaging with so many passionate student from different schools in Shanghai has greatly expanded my understand- ing of mathematical concepts , problem-solving skills , and my ability to communicate and work with others . At this event , me and my team won a total of 3 medals ( 2 gold and 1 bronze ) which was an unexpected but , nevertheless , welcome outcome . Throughout the competition , I had opportunities to explore different forms of math , and I learned that math isn ’ t just about solve equations and graphing lines ; math is about discovering patterns , solving challenges , thinking critically , and applying logic to the world around us . All in all , this experience has sparked a newfound enthu- siasm for mathematics and has inspired me to continue pursuing my passion for the subject . I am more motivated than ever to delve deeper into the world of math and to take on new challenges with confidence and curiosity .” - Drishti