The mission of the Math Circle Network, a project of the American Institute of Mathematics, is to build, connect, and support local communities focused on the enjoyment of mathematics. Math Student Circles first came to the U.S. in the mid-1990s. This model of math enrichment, in which students meet regularly with mathematics professionals to engage in problem solving, originated in Eastern Europe more than 100 years ago. The first Math Student Circles in the U.S. originated in Boston in 1994 and in the San Francisco Bay Area (Berkeley and San Jose) in 1998. Since their beginnings as primarily competition-focused programs, Math Student Circles in the U.S. have grown into a popular form of mathematics enrichment for students at all grade levels.
At UA Little Rock, our Math Circle led by Mr. Justin Turner was formed in October 2026 as a welcoming and engaging environment where students can explore interesting mathematical ideas, tackle creative problems, and develop their mathematical thinking beyond the traditional classroom. It is open to middle and high school students regardless of math background. To see our schedule or what our attendees are working on, check out our Math Circle Files!
If you or someone you know would like to join our Math Circle, please contact Mr. Turner at [email protected] or 501-916-6599.