AoPS founder Richard Rusczyk has been awarded the 2025 Courage & Civility Award and is directing the $5 million grant to MATHCOUNTS to create a new program for grades 3-5. This expansion will build foundational problem-solving skills in elementary students, extending MATHCOUNTS' proven middle school model to younger learners with support from AoPS's Beast Academy expertise.

This article by mathematician Sam Vandervelde argues that writing original math problems is essential for transforming from a problem-solver into a true mathematician. He outlines seven key skills for problem writing, including mathematical exposure, creative focus, questioning ability, and patience, emphasizing that creating problems rather than just solving them leads to deeper mathematical engagement.

AoPS Summer Camps transform students' educational experiences by creating an environment where intellectual challenges replace test-focused mentality. Unlike the regular school year, these camps allow students to explore engaging material with exemplary instructors and like-minded peers, tackling topics many won't encounter in standard classrooms. Whether through mathematics or language arts programs, these camp experiences often become pivotal moments in a student's development, sparking interests that evolve into passions and potentially future careers.

How can puzzles transform your classroom? When two students—one who’s bored from flying through assignments and another stuck on a tough problem—both say, “We’re bored!” puzzles can be the perfect solution. Discover how thoughtfully designed puzzles not only engage diverse learners but also foster collaboration, strategic thinking, and perseverance.

"One of my favorite Beast Academy problems is the Honeycomb Path Puzzle. It's a simple concept with incredible flexibility, and gives many opportunities for challenge." ~David Flynn, Math Curriculum Team Lead

Matt Weber discusses how to guide students through the process of writing organized, clear math solutions.

If calculators can compute faster and more accurately than any human, why do we still teach students multiplication and long division? And as AI becomes capable of solving far more complex math problems, what should students still learn to do for themselves?