Momentum Learning Contest Math Level 1 (AMC10/12)
Welcome to our contest math summer camp, where we delve into more challenging mathematical concepts beyond typical school curriculum. Our program is designed to cultivate a deeper understanding of mathematical principles and enhance problem-solving abilities in students.
This camp is for students who want to improve their performance on middle school and high school competitions such as AMC 8, AMC10, and MATHCOUNTS.
Contest Math Advanced Level 1
- Prerequisite: 18+ on AMC8 or Completion of CM301 or CM401
- Homework: Throughout the camp sessions, the instructor will tackle various example questions. It’s crucial that students thoroughly review and actively engage with any unanswered questions from each session, every day of the camp.
Momentum Learning Contest Math Summer Camp Overview
Online
All instructional materials from the camp, including recorded sessions, will remain accessible for an additional three months following the conclusion of the camp. Zoom and Canvas platforms will be utilized for delivery and access to these resources.
Contest Math Level 1 (AMC10/12)
Algebra
Instructor: Michelle Nal
Dates: June 15 – 26
Monday – Friday
Time: 12 – 3:30PM CT
10 Classes (35 hours)
Fee: $1,099
Contest Math Level 1 (AMC10/12)
Combinatorics
Instructor: Michelle Nal
Dates: July 13 – 24
Monday – Friday
Time: 12 – 3:30PM CT
10 Classes (35 hours)
Fee: $1,099
Contest Math Level 1 (AMC10/12)
Geometry
Instructor: Michelle Nal
Dates: July 27 – August 7
Monday – Friday
Time: 12 – 3:30PM CT
10 Classes (35 hours)
Fee: $1,099
Contest Math Level 1 (AMC10/12)
Number Theory
Self-paced
Instructor: Michelle Nal
Optional Office Hour
Dates: June 29 – Aug 17
Monday 7PM – 8PM CT
Fee: $849
In-Person
Contest Math Level 1 (AMC10/12)
Algebra
Instructor: Mr. Sam
Dates: June 29 – July 10
Monday – Friday
8:30AM – 12PM CT
10 Classes (35 Hours)
Fee: $1,299
Contest Math Level 1
Algebra
- Algebra Equations
- System of Simultaneous Linear Equations
- Symmetry in Equations
- Non-linear Equations
- Inequalities
- Functions
- Piecewise Defined Functions
- Polynomials
- Vieta’s Formulas
- Statistics
- Exponents and Logarithms
Contest Math Level 1
Combinatorics
- Counting – Addition Principle
- Counting – Multiplication Principle
- Counting – Casework
- Binomial
- Pascal’s Triangle
- Number of Paths
- Stars and Bars
- Arranging and Choosing
- Counting Poker Hands
- Counting with Cubes
- Probability
Contest Math Level 1
Geometry
- Angles
- Right Triangles
- Congruence and Similarity of Triangles
- Area
- Parallel Lines
- Revisiting Pythagorean Theorem
- Congruence and Similarity of Triangles
- Parallelograms and Trapezoids
- Quadrilaterals
- Circles
Contest Math Level 1
Number Theory
- Divisibility
- Prime Factorization and Divisors
- Base Numbers
- LCM and GCF
- Modular Arithmetic
- Algebraic Number Theory
- Algebraic Manipulations
- Diophantine Equations
- Sequences and Series
- Alphametics
Teaching Recordings – Michelle Nal
Self-paced Contest Math Courses Overview – Osman Nal, Ph.D.
Michelle Nal
Coach Nal is a nationally well known mathematics teacher focused on contest math. As a math coach, she taught State and National MATHCOUNTS participants, USA(J)MO qualifiers, MOSP attendees, and USAJMO winners/honorable mentions.
Coach Nal was the coach of the Texas MATHCOUNTS Team that placed 1st at Nationals in three consecutive years, 2018, 2017 and 2016, 3rd in 2011, 5th in 2019, and 7th in 2015. In 2018 and 2017, 2 of her students were the MATHCOUNTS NATIONALS Champion and Runner-Up. In 2016, all her 4 students made top 12 in the nation. Coach Nal coached the Quail Valley GT Academy team who won 2015-2019 Texas State MATHCOUNTS.
Each year, 70-100% of the top finishers at Houston MATHCOUNTS chapter are Momentum Learning students. In 2019, 9 out of the top 10 students at Texas MATHCOUNTS State were Momentum Learning Students.
Coach Nal is a MATHCOUNTS Board Member and she is also on the Question Writing Committee. In addition, Coach Nal is an AMC8 Contest Board Member. She is a two time recipient of the MAA’s Edyth May Sliffe Award for Excellence in Teaching and the Raytheon MathMovesU Heroes Award.
Mr. Sam
Mr. Sam has a Bachelor’s degree in Math and Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology and Pedagogy. He has been teaching for 25 years in different countries such as Russia, Europe, and the United States.
Mr. Sam worked as an Olympiad Math Coach for IMO, BMO and EGMO coach for many years then worked as Head of Math Department for Teacher Training and Curriculum Development. In the last 10 years he served as College Counselor and helped hundreds of students getting into the IVY league colleges, MIT in the USA and other prestigious universities in Germany, Italy, Netherland and U.K.
Mr. Sam is co-author of a high School Math book “Mathematics 12” for Senior Students. He is currently working as a High School Math teacher in a public school in Texas. Mr. Sam is awarded “Master Teacher Designation”, which is the highest award given by Texas Education Agency.
FAQ
Will summer camp cover the same material as spring and fall semesters?
There could be some overlap in topic coverage. However, most of the questions addressed in the camp will differ from those in our spring/fall classes.
Mastering contest math concepts typically requires multiple reinforcement opportunities. Each subsequent encounter with the same topics not only deepens students’ understanding but also progressively enables them to apply these concepts independently. It is unrealistic to expect students to fully grasp a concept and proficiently apply it after being exposed to it only once or twice.
Will there be homework assigned daily?
During the camp sessions, the instructor will present various example questions. Initially, students will be given 2-3 minutes to attempt solving the question. Subsequently, the instructor will solve the question and discuss its implications. It’s typical for students not to fully solve the questions within the allotted time. Therefore, the homework is for students to review and actively tackle all questions they didn’t complete during each day’s camp session.
Remember: You cannot claim to know how to solve a question unless you independently work through it without assistance.
Note: $40 annual registration fee per student (Fall 2025 – Summer 2026)