Are you looking for fresh challenges in mathematics?

Delve into number theory, probability, algebra,and geometry. Tackle problems and activities from Mathcounts, American Mathematics Competition, Art of Problem Solving, and more!

Discover topics and problems rarely found in a traditional classroom!

Students enjoy the following two classes every morning:

Commotion in the Ocean: Set off on an underwater adventure! Explore literature to showcase fascinating attributes of our vast oceans. Swim across the world to discover intriguing sea creatures, follow migration patterns, and visit coral reefs.

Soaking up Science: Swish, squish, and splash as you experiment with everyday items to understand better the world we live in. Learn how to use the scientific process to find answers to perplexing questions.

Students enjoy three classes every morning, chosen from the following:

Going Very Green! Create a compost system to enrich the soil in your own garden at home. . . while using red wiggler worms! Plant an already grown flower plant, learn about decomposition, recycle leftovers to create a renewable resource, and befriend some wiggly characters. This class will foster your love for the environment and allow you plenty of time outside, all while getting your hands good and dirty! Grades 1-8

Combustion and Pyrotechnics: Investigate physical forces and chemical combinations that tend to flare, fizzle, spark, and occasionally explode. Grades 4-8

Drawing from Inside Out and Upside Down: How do you draw what you see? Train your eyes to perceive accurately shapes, relationships, perspectives, and value shading. Grades 1-8

LEGO Robotics I: Engineer and program Mindstorms robots to solve challenges using gears, motors, sensors, and computers. ($10 lab fee) Grades 3-8

Creative Writing: Could posters, paintings, poetry? Be published in our magazine. Grades 1-8

Theater Club: Experience the exhilarating world of live theater! Develop different characters as you play theater games, rehearse skits, and perform for family and friends. Grades 1-8

Creating Games from Scratch: Learn how to program computer games in Scratch, developed at MIT and used to create a wide variety of simple to complex games. Grades 3-8

Bubble-Ology: Explore the principles of air, density, and surface tension. Concoct solutions and experiment with their bubble-making effectiveness. Will you create the biggest, longest lasting, or craziest shaped bubble? Grades 1-4

The Art of Math: Explore geometric designs, patterns, and tessellations. Construct models with straws, strings, paper, toothpicks, and marshmallows. Create your own 2-D and 3-D mathematical masterpieces! Grades 1-2

Geometric Design and Construction: Create Escherian designs and kaleidoscopic visuals. Explore symmetry, transformations, and compass constructions. Develop geometric intuition through hands-on exploration. Grades 3-8