Online
Goals of this class:
• To stimulate enthusiasm and a love for Mathematics
• To introduce important Mathematical concepts
• To teach major strategies for problem solving
• To develop Mathematical flexibility in solving problems
• To strengthen Mathematical intuition
• To foster Mathematical creativity and ingenuity
• To provide for the satisfaction, joy, and thrill of meeting challenges
• To learn to work effectively on a small team
Competitions/Clubs:
AMC8
Math Olympiad Division M
Mathcounts
Mathleague
Purple Comet
My philosophy: Your brain is like a muscle - you have to use it to make it stronger. Mathletes will be solving challenging problems every week in practice.
Homework: Homework is strongly encouraged. Problems will come from oldcompetitions, textbooks, the Mathcounts School Handbook, and a variety of other sources. All answers are processed online.
Conduct Rules: I will NOT tolerate ANY type of teasing, name-calling, or destructive behavior during practice. It is critical that Mathletes feel this is an environment in which they can ask questions, take risks, and feel ‘safe.’ IF a Mathlete engages in destructive behavior they will immediately be kicked off the team. If this happens, the Mathlete can petition to rejoin the team if they meet with me and their parent.
Snacks: Students are encouraged to bring snacks to practice.
Year-End Award Ceremony: Certificates and Awards provided by competitions.
Refund Policy: Refunds are issued if: 1) A family new to MSM provides notification before the 4th practice of their first MSM session; or 2) A family is moving outside the LASD area. In these cases, the family will receive a full refund for all remaining unattended practices, minus a $15 cancellation fee (per enrolled session).
