- About the Math Explorers Program
- Spring 2010 Class Schedule
- Winter 2009-2010 Class Schedule
- Summer 2010 Class Schedule
- Fall 2009 Class Schedule
- Tuition
Math Explorers
The MIST Academy Math Explorers program is aimed at gifted elementary school students in grades 3-5 who enjoy math, logic, games, and puzzles. All Math Explorers classes are taught by former Vestavia Hills Elementary West gifted program head Emily Brasher. Ms. Brasher loves these young bright minds and has two decades of experience working with high ability students.
In
the Math Explorers program, students develop skills in enjoyable
ways that they might not otherwise develop until long after they are
already useful. Curriculum will aim students toward the fundamentals
of algebra, counting techniques, geometry, number theory, pattern
hunting, probability, statistics, and topology. What distinguishes our Math Explorers program from other programs is the problem solving focus.
The MIST Academy Math Explorers course is listed for grades 3 through 5 (divided into three classes), but MIST Academy actually places students in classes by ability, not age or grade. Problems and lessons in this class will include some from the Math Olympiads (MOEMS) program.
Click here for a sample of the problems from the MIST Academy Math Explorers course.
Note that students may be asked to take a diagnostic test to determine which of the classes below best suits their needs.
Currently, the Math Explorers programs are not offered in Huntsville.
- Math Explorers A classes will be held on Monday afternoons from 4-5 PM beginning March 1. These classes are primarily suited for talented and gifted third graders. A complete schedule can be found here. Tuition is $195 per student.
- Math Explorers B classes will be held on Tuesday afternoons from 4-5:30 PM beginning March 2. These classes are primarily suited for talented and gifted fourth graders. A complete schedule can be found here. Tuition is $295 per student.
- Math Explorers C classes will be held on Sunday afternoons from 2-4 PM beginning February 28. These classes are primarily suited for talented and gifted fifth graders. A complete schedule can be found here. Tuition is $390 per student.
Cost of enrollment includes all fees, materials, and registration. To enroll, send an email to class instructor Emily Brasher. She can also help you determine which class is most appropriate for your child.
Math Explorers -- The 2010 MIST Academy Summer Institute has three Math Explorers sessions (differentiated by current student abilities) where rising 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders can explore the interesting twists and turns of mathematics not often explored in an ordinary classroom. Cost of enrollment in this concentrated two week course is $600.
- Math Explorers A classes will be held on Monday afternoons from 4-6 PM beginning August 24. These classes are primarily suited for talented and gifted third graders. A complete schedule can be found here.
Math Explorers B classes will be held on Tuesday afternoons from 4-6 PM beginning August 25. These classes are primarily suited for talented and gifted fourth graders. A complete schedule can be found here.
Math Explorers C classes will be held on Sunday afternoons from 2-4 PM beginning August 23. These classes are primarily suited for talented and gifted fifth graders. A complete schedule can be found here.
2009-2010 Winter Class Schedule
- Math Explorers A classes will be held on Monday afternoons from 4-5 PM beginning November 16. These classes are primarily suited for talented and gifted third graders. A complete schedule can be found here. Tuition is $195 per student.
- Math Explorers B classes will be held on Tuesday afternoons from 4-5:30 PM beginning November 24. These classes are primarily suited for talented and gifted fourth graders. A complete schedule can be found here. Tuition is $295 per student.
- Math Explorers C classes will be held on Sunday afternoons from 2-4 PM beginning November 15. These classes are primarily suited for talented and gifted fifth graders. A complete schedule can be found here. Tuition is $390 per student.
Cost of enrollment includes all fees, materials, and
registration. To enroll, send an email to class instructor Emily Brasher. She can also help you determine which class is most appropriate for your child.
The cost each ten-week Math Explorers course is $195, $295, or $390 per student, depending on the length of class. Tuition for a one-week Summer camp is $300. Tuition for a two-week Summer camp is $600.