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MathAltitude Helps Children Understand Mathematical Concepts, Develop Logical Thinking and Avoid Summer-Learning Loss

Studies show that most students lose nearly two months of grade-level equivalency in mathematical computation skills during the summer months. How then can children keep math skills fresh so they don’t forget what they learned during the last 10 months of school? 

One unique option is the MathExploration program offered by the MathAltitude School of Mathematics. This six-week summer program, which covers the topics students study throughout the school year, offers collaborative activities, educational games, fun learning exercises, and field trips to local museums. MathExploration classes run from Monday, July 7 to Friday, August 15. 

The MathAltitude School of Mathematics is the first after-school and weekend math enrichment program offering comprehensive mathematical education for kindergarten to high-school students at 35 Harvard Street in Worcester.  

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“The school responds to the growing concern regarding mathematical education in America,” says Olga Serebrennikov, Principal of MathAltitude School of Mathematics. “We studied various programs offered throughout Worcester County and developed  a solution designed to augment existing math curricula in local public and private schools and to provide additional ways for parents to enrich their children’s math education.” 

The MathAltitude courses are based on the most effective European teaching methodologies that allow learning mathematics in a systematic, structured and logical way. The school’s mission is to encourage students to develop logical reasoning, analytical thinking and independent learning. 

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“Our goal is to promote mathematical education and encourage more students to look at this often neglected subject more favorably,” Serebrennikov adds. “We want children to embrace math, appreciate its beauty and become advocates for the importance of mathematics.” 

In addition to the summertime MathExploration program, MathAltitude offers a comprehensive school-year program—with classes of no more than eight students—designed for children to enhance their math skills, excel in their regular math classes, and prepare for the standardized tests required for college admission. Private one-on-one math tutoring also is available.  

“Our classroom setting and group-lesson structure create an environment that encourages constructive dialog and discussion among teachers, students and their peers to challenge the children’s intellectual curiosity, but not overwhelm them,” she explains. “This innovative method inspires a lively exchange of ideas for solving difficult problems and friendly competition among students of a similar age and ability.”  

MathAltitude also offers free preparatory workshops for its students competing in various mathematical contests throughout the year. Recently, six students who participated in the challenging 2014 Math Kangaroo in USA Contest, an international competition held at the school, were named national winners and three are state winners.  

For more information about MathAltitude, the MathExploration Summer Program, 2014-2015 classes, and to schedule a free placement test, visit www.mathaltitude.com, call 860.375.3276 or email info@mathaltitude.com

About MathAltitude  

MathAltitude School of Mathematics (www.mathaltitude.com) is a three-year-old independently owned and operated after-school and weekend math enrichment program in Worcester, Mass., offering comprehensive mathematical education for kindergarten to high school students.

Contact: 

Olga Serebrennikov

Principal

MathAltitude School of Mathematics

860.375.3276

info@mathaltitude.com

 

Cynthia Allegrezza

Publicity

508.853.7016

cynthia.allegrezza@gmail.com
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