Math & Movement Mini-Academy

Math & Movement Mini-Academy

Program Type: Free annual summer academy for elementary students and teachers

Status: Active program

Cost: Free to attend

Target Participants:

Students: K-5th grade students (split by grade level)

- Day 1: Rising 1st-3rd graders
- Day 2: Rising 4th-6th graders

Teachers: K-2 educators and 3rd-5th grade educators (professional development)

Program Philosophy: Students can learn valuable math skills while also getting physical exercise; combines physical activity with math instruction

Focus Areas: Elementary mathematics education; engagement in math learning; physical activity integrated with academics

Program Format: Two-day event

Day 1 Morning: K-2 teachers participate in professional development workshop on making math fun for young elementary students

Day 1 Afternoon: Teachers apply lessons learned while working with rising 1st-3rd grade students

Day 2 Morning: 3rd-5th grade teachers participate in professional development workshop

Day 2 Afternoon: Teachers interact with rising 4th-6th grade students

Key Activities:

Giant counting mats where students hop on numbered squares to solve math problems

Variety of math games and activities

Hands-on, engaging learning experiences

Physical movement integrated with math problem-solving

Program Goal: Help students gain excitement about math, increase retention, and develop basic math skills through interactive, physically engaging activities

Location: ORAU's main campus in Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Contact Information:

Pam Bonee, Director of Communications: (865) 603-5142, Pam.Bonee@orau.org

Wendy West, Manager of Communications: (865) 207-7953, Wendy.West@orau.org