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 this program be 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?

Participants may arrive by Saturday 6/22 to participate in an optional wilderness welcome program and group lectures. The formal academic program will operate daily starting on Sunday 6/23 and concluding the afternoon of Saturday 6/29. Math-inspired mountain excursions will occur throughout the week, with an optional group activity on Sunday 6/30. 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?

The 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.

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.