Since 1992, the Wayne State University Math Corps has combined rigorous mathematics instruction with mentoring to help students build confidence, leadership skills, and pathways to college and beyond.
In Winter 2026, Math Corps is launching a new Super Saturdays program in Flint, Michigan, in partnership with Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools. This program is intentionally designed as a pipeline into a future Math Corps Summer Camp in Flint, planned to open in Summer 2026.
Have questions? Contact us
Paige Scholten – Site Director at MCFlint@mathcorps.org
Super Saturdays is a six-week Saturday program that prepares high-achieving high school students to serve as Teaching Assistants (TAs) in Math Corps programs. Participants are immersed in Math Corps’ unique educational philosophy while receiving intensive academic and leadership training.
This Flint pilot will serve approximately 30 students, with a focus on building a strong, well-prepared cohort of future Math Corps leaders.
Schedule: Students in the program are expected to attend on time and fully all program dates.
School Partner: Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools
Location: Carman-Ainsworth High School
Camp Dates: March 14, 21, 28; April 11, 18, 25
Camp Hours: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Stipend: Participants will receive a $300 stipend for completing the program.
The Flint Super Saturdays program is open to high school students who:
Attend Carman-Ainsworth High School or
Are enrolled in Carman-Ainsworth’s Early Middle College program
Have a GPA of 3.0 or higher
Earn a 60% or higher score on the Math Corps TA Diagnostic Exam
Flint MC Super Saturdays Program
Students selected for the program should be motivated, curious, and interested in teaching, leadership, and academic excellence.
During Super Saturdays, students will:
Train using Math Corps’ nationally recognized middle and high school curriculum
Learn Math Corps’ core values and educational practices
Build leadership, communication, and mentoring skills
Work closely with peers in small teams
Prepare to serve as Teaching Assistants in future Math Corps programs
The program includes team meetings, assemblies, math instruction, and enrichment activities each Saturday.
This Super Saturdays program is intentionally designed as a pipeline into the Math Corps Summer Camp, planned for Summer 2026 in Flint. Students who complete Super Saturdays will be well positioned to return as Teaching Assistants, already familiar with Math Corps culture, curriculum, and expectations.
How much does it cost for students to attend Math Corps?
Tuition is free for all students thanks to the generous support by the Carman-Ainsworth School District.
Where are courses for the Math Corps held?
Classes will be held at Carman-Ainsworth High School
We have a family trip scheduled that conflicts with the Math Corps. Can my child be excused?
The Math Corps’ philosophy on attendance is this: one cannot learn if one is not present. Therefore, absences due to family trips, vacations, conflicts with other programs, or similar cases are not excused.
Is the Math Corps an “everyday” program?
During the Summer, Math Corps programs usually run Monday through Thursday, with Friday being an optional day of instruction for the students. During the Winter and Spring, Math Corps programs usually run on Saturdays only.
My high school student needs help in math. Can they apply?
Yes! However, due to the special tutoring nature of the position that high school students occupy within the Math Corps, they must at least be proficient in 7th and 8th grade Mathematics.
What do you teach the students?
The Super Saturdays Program is for high school students and runs as a morning-only program. Students will work through the middle school Math Corps curriculum, participate in some enrichment activities, and take a high school course determined by a placement exam.
What supplies does my child need to bring every day?
All necessary supplies are provided for every student Math Corps. These include: notebook, paper, pencil, journal folder, calculator (for new students only), and a Math Corps T-shirt.
Does my child have to bring money for lunch/food?
Only if you wish them to. The Math Corps provides a light breakfast during every program throughout the year.
Do students live on-campus during the program?
No. High school students may arrive to campus as early as 8:30 am each morning and will be dismissed at 12:30pm.
How important is my child’s essay?
Very! The essay can tell the Selection Committee a lot about the needs, self-esteem, and desire of the applicant to join the Math Corps. It is a very important document that is kept in the Math Corps files for years.
How can my child increase their chances of getting accepted in the Math Corps?
Because the Math Corps accepts such a wide variety of students at various skill levels, there is no definite answer to this question. However, there are two things that can truly give more weight to an applicant: an application that is on time, and 100% complete.
