My child is 10, but already knows some calculus. Will she find this program boring? Conversely, my child is 12, but has early experience with algebra and geometry. Will he find this program too hard?

No and no! This is not an acceleration program, and there is—literally—an infinity of possible directions to enrich any individual child’s mathematical experience. We will meet any child where they are and stretch and challenge them.

What is the schedule for Summer Camp?

Participants may arrive by Saturday 6/22 to participate in a welcome event (we’ve traditionally done a whitewater rafting trip with all participating families on the Snake River to kick things off!). The formal academic program will operate daily starting on Sunday 6/23 and concluding the afternoon of Saturday 6/28. Math-inspired mountain excursions will occur throughout the week. A typical daily schedule may look like this. (On some days, there may be a short plenary session between A and B or possibly in the evening.)

7:30-8:30 breakfast
9:00-10:30 session A
11:00-12:30 session B
12:30-2:30 lunch, break, tutorial
2:30-4:00 session C
4:00-6:00 break, tutorial
6:00-7:30 dinner
7:30-?? evening activities (games, socializing, etc.)

Where will we stay and eat?

The Jackson campus of TSS has two lodging buildings, and each family room is configured to accommodate up to six people comfortably. Excellent food is provided in the campus dining area. If you prefer to stay off campus, there are many places to stay nearby, and there’s a great variety of restaurants in town.

What will it cost?

Summer Camp program cost will include housing (if needed), dining, and instruction is commensurate with the level of attention each child and parent will receive given the high instructor-to-student ratio. We expect the cost to be around $4,000 for a family of four lodging on campus, $3,500 for a family of two lodging on campus, and $2,500 for a non-residential family. Program cost will include a wilderness excursion hosted by TSS in Grand Teton National Park, with other optional activities incurring additional cost. A limited number of need-based scholarships will be available.

What is the schedule for Winter Camp? How do you mix snow sports and mathematics?

MitM's Winter Camp pilot will take place February 15 to 22, 2025 in partnership with Teton Science Schools (TSS) and Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR)! It will be the first program ever to join these incredible partners together with brilliant kids to mix math recreations and snow sports!

Overview Schedule:

Saturday, Feb 15 -- campers arrive at TSS
Sunday, Feb 16 -- math day (similar to summer camp days)
Monday, Feb 17 -- ski+math day (detailed schedule below)
Tuesday, Feb 18 -- ski+math day
Wednesday, Feb 19 -- math day
Thursday, Feb 20 -- ski+math day
Friday, Feb 21 -- ski+math day
Saturday, Feb 22 -- morning plenary; campers depart TSS

Ski+Math Day Schedule

7:00-8:30 - Breakfast at TSS / Math talk by faculty
8:30-9:00 - TSS provides shuttles to bring campers and families to JHMR
9:00-12:00 - Skiing with instructors
12:00-1:30 - Lunch at JHMR / Math talk by faculty
1:30-4:00 - Skiing with instructors
4:00-4:30 - Shuttles return campers and families to TSS
4:30-5:30 - Chill / fun math activities
5:30-7:00 - Dinner / Faculty Plenary
7:00-8:00 - Games & social hour

Will we need to rent a car?

This is optional. The campus is near the airport, and the town of Jackson is close to campus. TSS may provide shuttle service, possibly bicycles, and taxis/rideshares are abundant and convenient.