Courses – Introduction to Algebra

Math Enrichment Series
Introduction to Algebra

Intro to Algebra - Highlights

  • Designed for students in Grade 5 through 8
  • Problem-solving oriented
  • In-depth contents with basic to competition level exercises
  • Prepare students for Accelerated Math Program in schools
  • In-person, interactive weekly courses in a small classroom set-up
  • Use the Art of Problem Solving (AoPS) materials (Textbook: Introduction to Algebra)
  • Lessons from August to June

Introduction to Algebra

Instructor

Textbook

The Art of Problem Solving (AoPS) – Introduction to Algebra

By R. Rusczyk

Course Highlights

  • Covers all contents in AoPS – Introduction to Algebra
  • Weekly in-person courses from: August to June
  • Separate weekly virtual Q&A and homework study sessions

What's included in the course package?

  • 43 weekly in-person class sessions, 120 minutes per session (Saturday, August 2026 to June 2027)
  • 43 weekly online Q&A and homework study sessions, 60 minutes per session (Wednesday evenings, August 2026 to June 2027)
  • Weekly homework, review, and feedback

In-person Class Time

  • Saturday, 10:15am – 12:15pm (Preferred)
  • Class time can be modified if all enrolled families agree upon.

Note: The weekly online Q&A and homework study sessions will be on Wednesday evenings, tentatively 7:30pm – 8:30pm. 

In-person Class Location

Chinese Community Center

11 Avis Drive, Latham, NY 12110

Tentative Course Schedule and Curriculum

Tuition

  • Tuition is fully refundable if you cancel before the 2nd lesson.
  • No refund will be available after the 2nd lesson.
  • Sibling discount is available. Please contact us for details.

How to Pay

  • Preferred  Cash Payments
  • If pay by Zelle: Send payment to whu@ivysmartconsulting.com
  • If pay by check: Make check payable to: Ivy Smart Consulting LLC.