Course Description:
Math Kangaroo Preparation:
This course is designed to prepare students in Grades 1-4 for success in the Math Kangaroo International Competition, a global recognized program that promotes logical reasoning and creative problem-solving.
Students will engage in systematic practice with Math Kangaroo-style problems, focusing on:
- Strengthening foundational mathematical concepts
- Developing analytical and logical reasoning skills
- Applying multiple problem-solving strategies
- Enhancing test-taking confidence and accuracy
Instruction emphasizes mathematical thinking rather than rote computation, encouraging students to approach challenges with creativity and persistence. Each session will include guided instruction, collaborative problem-solving, and independent practice to ensure a well-rounded preparation.
2025-2026 Schedule:
Math Kangaroo Level 1 (G1-G2) Every Sunday 3:30PM – 4:30PM (9/07/25-5/10/26)
Math Kangaroo Level 2 (G3-G4) Every Sunday 3:30PM – 4:30PM (9/07/25-5/10/26)
AOPS Pre-Algebra:
We start Prealgebra by formalizing the rules of arithmetic that students learned in elementary school, so they can build on a rigorous foundation as they move into algebra. We then survey a wide range of topics, including number theory, algebra, geometry, counting, statistics, and probability. We introduce each topic with compelling problems, many of which are drawn from major national math contests such MATHCOUNTS and the AMC8. We place special emphasis on challenging word problems throughout the course.
Students completing Prealgebra are ready to move on to a more in-depth study of algebra and discrete math in our Algebra I course.
Textbook: Prealgebra by Art of Problem Solving.
2025-2026 Schedule: Pre-Algebra (G5+) Every Sunday 9:00AM – 10:40PM (9/07/25-5/14/26)
AOPS Algebra I:
In Algebra I, students learn how to work with various types of expressions both algebraically and geometrically. They learn how to solve linear and quadratic equations and how to represent various expressions in the Cartesian plane. We introduce students to the rich field of complex numbers, as well as to important common functions and concepts in discrete math. We continue the emphasis on challenging word problems from Prealgebra, so that students learn when and how to apply their new tools. Many of the more challenging problems of Algebra I come from contests such as MATHCOUNTS, AMC 8, and AMC 10.
Students completing Algebra I are ready to apply their algebra skills to our Geometry course.
Textbook: Introduction to Algebra by Art of Problem Solving.
2025-2026 Schedule: Algebra I (G6+) Every Sunday 11:00AM – 12:40AM (9/07/25-5/17/26)
AOPS Algebra II:
In Algebra II, students continue their study of algebraic functions and applications. We introduce students to the rich field of polynomials and help them to build foundations for calculus through the study of sequences and series. Students also learn a variety of important algebraic forms and functions, and the tools necessary for understanding new forms and functions they’ll encounter in the future. We also lay the groundwork for navigating optimization problems with a study of inequalities. Many of the more challenging problems of Algebra II come from contests such as AMC 10, AMC 12, AIME and the Harvard-MIT Math Tournament.
Textbook: Intermediate Algebra by Art of Problem Solving.
2025-2026 Schedule: Algebra II (G7+) Every Wednesday 5:00PM – 6:40PM (9/03/25-5/14/26)
