Honors Math • Competition Preparation • Live Online
Build honors-level mathematics, competition reasoning, and readiness for the next school year through structured live classes, placement testing, practice, feedback, and assessment.
A clear starting point
A Math Olympiad summer program is a structured academic course that combines advanced school mathematics with competition-style reasoning. ACE Academy's Honors and Competition Summer Math Program is designed primarily for students in Grades 5–8, generally ages 10–14, who want to preview honors content, prepare for placement tests, or build foundations for AMC 8, AMC 10, MathCounts, AIME, Math Kangaroo, and future mathematics competitions. Students learn through live online instruction, layered practice, homework, recorded explanations, teacher feedback, and formal assessments.
The curriculum is based on Art of Problem Solving materials and international mathematics competition content. It connects school progression with mathematical modeling, logical reasoning, proof, spatial thinking, and deliberate problem-solving strategies rather than treating competition preparation as a collection of disconnected tricks.
For accelerated learners
Students can use the summer to move from Pre-Algebra toward Algebra I, from Algebra I toward Geometry, or from Geometry toward Algebra II. The goal is a stronger conceptual foundation for advanced placement, not simply faster completion.
For competition preparation
Students practice number theory, geometry, algebra, counting, probability, and multi-step reasoning through competition-style problems. The work is relevant to AMC, MathCounts, AIME, Math Kangaroo, and other mathematics competitions.
New students complete a placement test before enrollment. Placement options include Pre-Algebra A, Pre-Algebra B, Algebra I A, Algebra I B, Geometry, and AMC 8 Basics A.
Choose the right course
The summer format covers one semester of content in 18 lessons, with two 90-minute classes each week. Each course combines honors curriculum, competition content, and ongoing assessment while keeping the learning path visible to families.
A foundation for Grades 5–7 covering advanced arithmetic, number theory, ratios, equations, geometry fundamentals, counting, probability, statistics, and data analysis.
Competition emphasis: AMC 8, MathCounts, and Math Kangaroo preparation.
Students develop abstract thinking through variables, exponents, radicals, linear equations, systems, inequalities, quadratics, functions, graphs, sequences, and modeling.
Competition emphasis: ratios, systems, functions, modeling, and multi-step reasoning.
An honors-level progression through congruence, similarity, proof, circles, quadrilaterals, analytic geometry, solid geometry, trigonometry, and competition applications.
Recommended for students currently taking or having completed Algebra I.
| Program detail | Summer format | Student experience |
|---|---|---|
| Instruction | Live online, 100% English | Interactive explanation and student output |
| Class size | 6–12 students | Small-group participation and feedback |
| Schedule | Two classes per week | Consistent summer structure |
| Assessment | Placement, midterm, final, and periodic practice tests | Level matching and visible progress checks |
| Support | Homework, recorded explanations, Q&A, and teacher feedback | Practice continues beyond the live lesson |
A lesson with a purpose
The class structure gives students time to understand a concept, attempt increasingly difficult problems, explain their reasoning, and consolidate the lesson. Approximately 39% of class time is dedicated to student output, practice, reasoning, and explanation.
See the Class FormatA math game or short challenge activates prior knowledge and gets students thinking.
Concept explanations, worked examples, and layered practice move from foundational to challenging.
A short reset helps students return to the second part of the lesson ready to reason.
Competition strategies, advanced learning, student explanation, and a concise class summary close the session.
A practical use case
Consider a Grade 7 or 8 student who has completed Algebra I and wants to enter Geometry with more confidence. The summer Geometry course provides a structured path through angles, congruent triangles, similarity, right triangles, circles, quadrilaterals, analytic geometry, and trigonometry, while also introducing proof and competition-style applications.
Curriculum in action
The program uses problems that ask students to decompose figures, identify structure, use parity and divisibility, build equations, and justify each step. These examples show the kind of thinking students encounter across the Geometry, Pre-Algebra, and Algebra tracks.
Students use circular segments, sector area, isosceles triangles, and 30–60–90 triangle relationships to find the common shaded area, represented by 24π − 18√3.
Students count 35 unordered two-digit pairs that sum to 88, identify the three pairs containing two primes, and calculate the probability as 3/35.
A 1–1–√2 relationship helps students solve an isosceles right triangle problem efficiently and connect visual geometry to exact algebraic values.
Students solve systems, reason about integer restrictions, and translate competition situations into equations rather than relying on guesswork.
Built for consistent progress
Preview honors mathematics before the school year begins and build familiarity with upcoming concepts.
Prepare for placement tests with structured practice in algebra, geometry, number theory, ratios, and logical reasoning.
Develop competition thinking through proof, modeling, pattern recognition, casework, and multi-step problem solving.
Maintain learning momentum during summer with scheduled instruction, homework, and recorded explanations.
Receive teacher feedback and use Q&A support to address misunderstandings before they become gaps.
Follow an accelerated pathway from Pre-Algebra through Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and later advanced mathematics.
Simple enrollment path
Identify whether the student needs acceleration, competition preparation, academic strengthening, or a STEM-oriented foundation.
You see: a clear starting conversation.
New students take the relevant placement test so the course level reflects their current understanding and next academic target.
You see: a recommended course level.
Attend live classes, complete practice, review recorded explanations, and use midterm and final assessments to track progress.
You see: a structured summer learning record.
Designed as a complete learning system
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Teacher perspective
“I love teaching at ACE Academy because I get to work with students of all personalities, and my experience helps me connect with each of them in meaningful ways.”
— Basel Am, Teacher
Families looking for a premium small-group math program can review faculty standards, course structure, and assessment support together rather than judging a summer class by its title alone.
“The curriculum is also thoughtfully designed, using engaging characters that make lessons more enjoyable and easier to understand for both students and teachers.”
“I love teaching at ACE Academy because I get to work with students of all personalities, and my experience helps me connect with each of them in meaningful ways.”
“Join thousands of families who have transformed their children's academic journey with ACE Academy.”
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Make the decision concrete
| Decision factor | ACE Academy summer program | Generic summer tutoring | Self-directed practice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course structure | 18-lesson formal honors course | May vary by tutor | Student-managed |
| Level matching | Placement test before enrollment | Depends on provider | No formal placement |
| Competition content | AoPS-based and integrated | Depends on tutor expertise | Requires separate planning |
| Live interaction | Small-group live instruction | Often one-to-one or variable | Usually unavailable |
| Assessment support | Midterm, final, and practice tests | May be informal | Self-assessed |
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Academic credibility
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Reported increased confidence
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Years of combined faculty and curriculum experience
Provided faculty information includes Dr. Hui Jin, a Columbia University adjunct professor and CMO Gold Medalist; Dr. Zhengyu Mao, a Rutgers University professor and department chair; Dr. Jian Li, a Tulane University associate professor and CMO qualifier; and Dr. Yuan Zhao, a Stanford-trained linguistics and cognitive science scholar.
The provided materials state that instructors have mathematics, science, engineering, or related backgrounds, 5+ years of teaching experience, and complete pre-service training and assessment. Geometry materials cite a 2.6% instructor selection rate, while other internal materials cite a 2%–3% range.
Questions families ask
The program is designed primarily for students in Grades 5–8, with recommended ages of 10–14. It can support accelerated learners who want to preview honors mathematics before the school year. It also serves students preparing for AMC 8, AMC 10, MathCounts, AIME, Math Kangaroo, or future competitions. Students who already studied the material may use the course to deepen conceptual understanding and problem-solving strategies. STEM-oriented students can also use the mathematics foundation for interests such as engineering, computer science, physics, and physical science.
New students complete a placement test before enrollment. The listed tests cover Pre-Algebra A, Pre-Algebra B, Algebra I A, Algebra I B, Geometry, and AMC 8 Basics A. Most listed tests have 16 questions and a 40-minute time limit, while Algebra I A has 17 questions. The Geometry placement test uses a 60% passing threshold, which is approximately 10–11 correct answers. The test includes topics such as equations, analytic geometry, number theory, exponents, ratios, counting, probability, and logical reasoning, so placement is not based on geometry alone.
A typical class lasts 90 minutes and begins with a five-minute math game or warm-up challenge. The first core block includes concept explanation, worked examples, and layered practice from foundational to challenging problems. A short break or energy activity follows, then the second core block emphasizes advanced learning and competition problem-solving strategies. The class ends with a summary of the key ideas and methods. Students also receive pre-class materials, homework, recorded homework explanations, teacher feedback, and Q&A support.
No. The program includes competition preparation, but it is also designed for students who want stronger honors mathematics and school placement readiness. Pre-Algebra develops foundations such as number theory, ratios, counting, probability, and geometry strategies before students tackle more advanced work. Algebra I connects equations, functions, systems, and modeling to competition-style reasoning. Geometry develops proof, spatial reasoning, similarity, circles, trigonometry, and analytical thinking. Students can therefore enter with different goals, including acceleration, academic strengthening, or future competition preparation.
The provided information includes sample math package pricing of $999 for 36 lessons and $1,819 for 72 lessons. It does not specify a separate price for every summer course, grade level, schedule, or placement outcome. Families should confirm current summer pricing, package availability, and enrollment terms directly with the academy. The program information states that courses are offered in structured lesson formats and that flexible class packages and pricing may be available for semester or multi-semester enrollment. A free trial or counselor conversation can help clarify the appropriate course before purchase.
Yes. The documented format includes recorded playback support for live online classes. Students also receive recorded homework explanations, which can help them revisit a method after attempting the assigned work. Pre-class materials provide preparation before the next lesson, while homework and periodic practice tests extend learning between sessions. Teacher feedback and Q&A provide an additional way to address questions. This combination is intended to make summer learning more structured than attending isolated lessons without review or assessment.
Start with a free trial, complete placement, and find the course that fits the student's current level and next academic goal.