Firecracker Math: AMC 8 (American Mathematics Competition) Prep Course

AMC 8 Preparation (Grades 6-8): Our special course is back!

Early birds get 5% off before Oct 4: Use code AMCEarly24 

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This 10-week-long course is designed to prepare students for the American Mathematics Competitions (AMC) 8 exam. The AMC 8 is a 25-question, 40-minute, multiple-choice examination in middle school mathematics designed to promote the development of problem-solving skills. For more information about the AMC, click here.

Students in our special course develop skills in problem-solving, logical reasoning, and creative approaches to math challenges. They explore a variety of topics, from number theory, algebra, geometry, combinatorics, probability, and more. 

• Dates: October 23 - January 17 (no class 11/27, 12/25, 1/1)
• Days and times: 4:15pm to 5:30pm
  • Wednesdays in Piedmont/Oakland 
  • Thursdays in Berkeley 
  • Fridays live online (Zoom)
• Cost:
  • $390 (10 weeks of classes)
  • $50 for drop-in 

*Note: Students can participate in class but opt out of the AMC exam.

Why enroll your child in our AMC 8 course? There are many benefits beyond just the course or exam!

• Early exposure to advanced mathematical concepts
• Further development of problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Teaches valuable test-taking techniques applicable to various standardized tests
• Opportunity to benchmark skills against peers nationally
• Potential for recognition and awards
• Stand out in future academic admissions
• Preparation for higher-level math competitions (AMC 10/12, AIME, etc.)
• Builds confidence in mathematical abilities and sparks interest in STEM fields