Information on MathBuilders

• What is MathBuilders?
  MathBuilders is a problem-solving-based summer program designed to prepare students for their first middle school/high courses algebra.

• What is the purpose of MathBuilders?
  To give students who have already demonstrated some interest and ability in mathematics/science a head start in algebra, thereby increasing the chance they will perform at a high level when enrolling a regular algebra course.

• What are the components of Mathbuilders?
  
  1. Daily lectures and quizzes
  2. Two hours of homework daily
  3. Problem-solving exercises
  4. Algebridge exercises
  5. Competition between small groups
  6. Parent involvement is encouraged

• Who is eligible to participate in MathBuilders?
  Participants must be enrolled in regular academic courses, have a grade point average 1.5 to 2.5, be planning to take algebra the school after participation, and have an interest in mathematics and science. Students should have completed their pre-algebra class.