The Somerville Mathematics Fund
Celebrating and Encouraging Mathematics Achievement in Somerville, Massachusetts
What We Do
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We offer renewable mathematics scholarships to students who were residents of Somerville, Massachusetts during their high school years
We offer grants of up to $500 for a K – 12 teacher of Somerville students for a project to improve or enrich mathematics instruction
We sponsor community math and engineering events for Somerville students, including Scrap Heap, Virtual Game Jam, Pi Night, Euler Night, and Family Math Fair
Community Events
Pi Night
A celebration of Pi every March 13th with skits, games, and songs
Scrap Heap
Tufts University sponsored engineering competition
Family Math Fair
School-based celebration of mathematics
Euler Night
Community event honoring all things Euler
What Students Say
“I think supporting the Somerville Mathematics Fund is one of the best ways donors can encourage the further study of mathematics by Somerville students.”
What Teachers Say
“The Somerville Mathematics Dollars for Scholars Fund has truly enriched my classroom.”
What Families Say
“Parents commented on how they are learning right along with their child… What terrific role models they are for their children!”
How You Can Help
Volunteer
We have just begun to help the children in Somerville. Volunteer by joining the board of directors (meetings are held monthly) or volunteering at a single event.
Donate
Sponsor a college mathematics scholarship for an outstanding Somerville student or sponsor a grant to help a teacher provide exciting mathematics activities.