Charles Barkley keeps $1M promise after 2 New Orleans students solve Pythagorean Theorem
Charles Barkley, a name synonymous with basketball excellence and charisma, has once again showcased his generous spirit. Keeping a promise he made to St. Mary’s Academy in New Orleans East, where two exceptional students, Calcea Johnson and Ne’Kiya Jackson, cracked the Pythagorean Theorem, Barkley made the first installment of his $1 million donation. This act of philanthropy not only highlights his commitment to education but also serves as a beacon of hope and inspiration to countless individuals.
The mathematical puzzle, although proven in numerous ways throughout history, had never been tackled with trigonometry until these two bright students ventured into uncharted territory.… Continue reading
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