Math fuels innovation and progress. It enables us to expand the frontiers of science and technology and to solve the world’s biggest challenges.
The next generation of innovators will come from the students who show extraordinary mathematical talent today.
Yet far too many of those students never receive the support they need to reach their potential. The United States has no system to universally identify extraordinary mathematical ability. Even when talented children are recognized, schools and families often lack the resources to nurture their gifts and help them pursue their passions.
National Math Stars is changing that.
We build a pathway for every exceptional young math student to be identified, celebrated, and supported. Through our three programs—Awards, Pathfinder, and Voyager—we ensure that extraordinary students from all communities have the resources they need to reach the frontiers of math and science.
We find students in 2nd and 3rd grade, while performance gaps are smaller and we have time for longitudinal support
To find extraordinary talent in all communities, we use school- and state-based outreach approaches that are universal, scalable, and efficient
We work with students who show early signs of 1-in-1000 math talent, and we tailor our programs to meet our Stars at that level
We provide long-term, wrap-around support to fully unlock the STEM enrichment ecosystem for Stars
Parenting is so challenging when you have a child with potential. Many times, it feels like we’re hitting the wall. That is exactly what NMS has changed in my life. I feel like I’m not alone.
If you’re a school or district who wants to partner with us to find and support your Stars, please join our Math Awards Program.