Our Method

By succeeding in learning challenging higher-level concepts, students view themselves as successful and capable of any intellectual endeavor. Project SEED lessons supplement and reinforce students’ regular mathematics program.

We base our curriculum on advanced mathematics because:

• It predicts success

  Students who master algebraic concepts in elementary school are more likely to succeed in high school Algebra. This starts them on the path to college and careers. Studies by College Board, the U.S. Department of Education and the National Educational Longitudinal Study show that students who complete these classes are more likely to graduate from high school and enroll in college.

• It is intellectually rigorous

  Those who can “do math” are perceived as intelligent and academically talented. By succeeding in learning challenging higher-level concepts, students view themselves as successful and capable of any intellectual endeavor. The expectations that their parents and teachers hold for them improve as well.

• It’s culturally neutral

  Math is not biased in favor of one background or another. Since written mathematics is a symbolic language of its own, students who may not have strong verbal skills can still succeed.

• It offers a level playing field

  Mathematics that students have not seen previously is not tainted by prior failure experiences. All students begin at the same level giving each student an equal opportunity to succeed.

In Project SEED classes, students tackle topics like Algebra, pre-Calculus, group theory, number theory, Calculus, and analytic geometry. Our mathematics experts create discovery lessons appropriate for various grade levels, from elementary to graduate school.

Sample Curriculum Topics by Grade Level