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 program provides underprivileged students with access to elite math.
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.
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.
Laura Lurns · Learning Success expert
Key takeaways
- Math competitions for homeschooled kids can be fun
- Using BEAM as a mathematic competition
- All people have the ability to participate in BEAM
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