Saturday Math Academy
Program Overview
Since 1992, the Howard County Public School System’s BSAP Saturday Math Academy
(BSAP-SMA) has provided students and families with opportunities for math enrichment. The program was created in partnership with parents and HCPSS to strengthen math achievement and equip families with strategies to support learning at home.
The BSAP Saturday Math Academy is open to all HCPSS students in grades 3–12. Certified teachers provide instruction for students of all ability levels, reinforcing classroom learning and extending problem-solving skills. Students are enrolled in the same math course as their home school and are grouped by ability to maximize growth.
Community members and parents of enrolled students are introduced to a variety of math-related topics during information meetings.
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Enrichment Course Offerings
Grades 3-5
- Chess: Students learn the rules of chess, while advanced players develop strategy and critical thinking skills.
Choir: Students build their vocal skills, explore the history of African American music, and practice teamwork through performance.
Grades 6–12
- Coding: An introduction to programming and coding techniques, with a focus on writing clear and well-documented computer programs.
- STEM: Hands-on collaborative projects guide students through the engineering design process while exploring physics, biology, earth science, and engineering concepts.
Fall 2025 Session
Choir: Students build their vocal skills, explore the history of African American music, and practice teamwork through performance.
Registration Opens: Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 9:00 AM (via HCPSS Connect)
Session Dates: October 11 – November 22, 2025
Additional Resources
Contact
- BSAP Supervisor, Nicole Brown