XULA Math Circles Program

Program Overview

The XULA Math Circle Program is a problem-solving, mentored mathematical research and enrichment program for middle and high school students. Participants meet weekly with XULA faculty to explore advanced mathematical ideas beyond the standard school curriculum.

Students engage with open problems in mathematics, strengthen critical thinking, explore mathematical research, and develop skills in presenting ideas to a scholarly audience.

Program Timeline & Structure

• Dates: February 21 – May 2, 2026
• Meetings: Weekly on Saturdays
• Location: XULA Campus
• Duration: Two hours per session

Topics (Spring 2026)

• The Stern–Brocot Tree: An elementary construction offering deep insight and visual understanding of rational and real numbers.
• Snake Graphs & Continued Fractions: Exploring combinatorial and algebraic structures and their deep connections.

Weekly Materials

Use the menu below to open notes and activities for each week. (More weeks will be added as the program progresses.)