Jonas completed Mathematics A already in 1st grade.
Already in his first year at HTX, Jonas from 1st grade completed Mathematics A – both orally and in writing. While most high school students become acquainted with the subject over several years, Jonas reached the goal after just one. Behind this impressive achievement was an exceptional commitment and a burning interest in mathematics, which extends far beyond the curriculum.
A passion for the abstract
For Jonas, mathematics is not just about formulas and calculation rules. It is the fascination with the deeper connections and abstract logic that drives him:
"I find the abstract exciting – when something may not make sense right now, but it will later. Like when you've proven a theorem or solved a complex problem."
That curiosity has followed him since elementary school. As early as 8th grade, he began reading ahead and delving into textbooks from both high school and university.
Own effort and quick decision-making
The decision to take Mathematics A already in 1st grade came late in the school year, but Jonas did not hesitate. Only 14 days before the exam, he was given the green light to take the subject at the highest level. This was the beginning of an intensive preparation, during which he immersed himself in the curriculum in a short time.
"I have been reading and immersing myself in mathematics since I was in 8th grade, but when I got the exemption in 1st grade, I intensified my efforts significantly and began to prepare purposefully for the exam."
Along the way, Jonas experienced great support from his teachers, who helped create the framework for him to complete the course.
Professionalism and community go hand in hand
Jonas has followed the regular education throughout 1.g and finds that the academic environment at HTX supports both motivation and ambition. The social and academic aspects are closely linked, and this has given him the opportunity to fully engage:
"I have participated in the entire school process on an equal footing with my classmates – and at the same time had two exams on top of that. It has required something extra, but it has been worth it."
He describes HTX as a place where you can both develop your professionalism and be part of an ambitious environment – and where there is also room for leisure and social activities such as badminton.
A future in mathematics
Jonas' dream is clear: He wants to study further and delve into the theoretical part of mathematics – the part called pure mathematics, where applicability is not necessarily the focus, but where logic and abstraction prevail. This is where he experiences the greatest academic curiosity and joy in discovering new patterns and understanding deeper structures.
"I'm mostly into the part of mathematics where it's about proving theorems, finding connections and working with pure logic. That's where I really get caught up in the subject matter."
Jonas has now started 2.g and continues with great motivation in the natural sciences. Although Mathematics A has already been completed with the exam, he sees it as only the beginning. In the long term, he hopes to make a career in either research or teaching – and contribute to expanding the understanding of mathematics at a high level. For other students with strong academic interests, he has one clear piece of advice:
"Hold on to your interest. Pursue it."
Jonas' dream is clear: He wants to study further and delve into the theoretical part of mathematics – the part called pure mathematics, where applicability is not necessarily the focus, but where logic and abstraction prevail. This is where he experiences the greatest academic curiosity and joy in discovering new patterns and understanding deeper structures.
"I'm mostly into the part of mathematics where it's about proving theorems, finding connections and working with pure logic. That's where I really get caught up in the subject matter."
Jonas has now started 2.g and continues with great motivation in the natural sciences. Although Mathematics A has already been completed with the exam, he sees it as only the beginning. In the long term, he hopes to make a career in either research or teaching – and contribute to expanding the understanding of mathematics at a high level. For other students with strong academic interests, he has one clear piece of advice:
"Hold on to your interest. Pursue it."