December 2024 archive

Two HS Students find the First Trigonometric Proof of the Pythagorean Theorem

High school students Ne’Kiya Jackson and Calcea Johnson published a new proof of the Pythagorean Theorem, *utilizing trigonometry* for the first time, in The American Mathematical Monthly. Their achievement garnered media attention, highlighting the significance of youth contributions to mathematics and the supportive role of educators and the community.