Immersion math programs are a popular alternative for children who want a more advanced learning program than what is available in a typical school system. Typically these advanced programs are only available to the children of wealthy parents due to the high cost associated with them. Now there may be a way for lower income children to have the same opportunities.
BEAM Provides the Bridge to Advanced Math #dyscalculia
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Alternative math program called BEAM
BEAM, or bridge to enter advanced mathematics, is a program for children who attend schools that have large populations of low income to enter advanced math programs. In schools with at least 75% of children utilizing reduced cost lunch, students qualify for entrance into math programs and also get assistance with college applications.
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Now low-income students may have a chance to get in on the math action. BEAM, or Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics, is a New York-based nonprofit opening the door to the world of advanced math.
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Math competitions for homeschooled kids can be fun
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Using BEAM as a mathematic competition
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All people have the ability to participate in BEAM
