Bard Math CAMP

In its 13th cycle for the summer of 2026, the Creative and Analytical Math Program (CAMP) is a non-residential academic math program for students leaving grades 5–8 and moving up to grades 6–9 in the fall who have a strong grasp of school mathematics and want to explore, in a relaxed setting, topics not included in the school curriculum.

This is not a remedial program! Students see math they won’t experience in school. Through exposure to topics not in the standard curriculum, we aim to develop students’ mathematical thinking and problem solving ability, more than just teaching them the math.

CAMP is an inspiring mathematical enrichment opportunity. Engaging classes and activities are led by experienced educators and undergraduate math majors. We emphasize hands-on math, teamwork, outside-the-box thinking and creative problem-solving. Students who are comfortable experimenting and happy to solve puzzles enjoy the connection of math to art, and computer science.

CAMP has been recognized three times by the American Mathematical Society with Epsilon Awards. CAMP was also supported by the Mathematical Association of America with Dolciani Math Enrichment Grants for the first three summers.