Abacus Bee 2026

Don't miss this STEMulating day filled with fun for the whole family!

WSSB’s Outreach Access Services (OAS) Team in partnership with Department of Services for the Blind (DSB) is excited to invite you to Washington's Regional Abacus Bee®  (sponsored by APH) on November 7, 2026 in Vancouver! Any student who is using an abacus or mental math is encouraged to join.

Regionals are open to students of all abilities, giving even emerging abacus users and those beginning to use mental math a chance to reach a personal best score. It’s also a wonderful opportunity for students who are blind or low vision and attend neighborhood schools to connect with peers.

The Washington Abacus Bee theme is Envision Yourself in STEM. Along with the math competitions, there will be exciting activities for the competitors, siblings and their parents. Light refreshments and lunch will be provided. The day concludes with an awards ceremony with prizes for the top competitors.

After all regional events have taken place, APH will compare scores and top contestants from each category are invited to APH in Louisville, KY to compete at the national event!