Firecracker Math

Firecracker Math offers after-school enrichment classes with small group and private instruction on extracurricular math topics, along with summer math camps, winter camps, private lessons, learning pods, special courses, and test and competition preparation. The program provides in-person and online instruction, and all handouts and school supplies are provided by Firecracker Math.

Programs

• After-School Enrichment Classes — Grades K-11; children aged 5 to 16 years old · Afterschool; year-round · Small group and private instruction on extracurricular math topics; in-person and online.
• Summer Math Camps — Children aged 5 to 16 years old · Summer · Math camps offered in-person and online.
• Winter Camps — Children aged 5 to 16 years old · Winter · Winter camps are offered.
• Private Lessons — Children aged 5 to 16 years old · Year-round · Private and semi-private lessons, in-person and online, tailored to objectives.
• Learning Pods — Children aged 5 to 16 years old · Year-round · Custom learning pods are offered.
• Special Courses — Grades 1-11 · Seasonal · Examples stated include Concepts of Algebra, Intro to Calculus: Math in Motion, and AMC 8 / Math Kangaroo prep.
• Test and Competition Preparation — Grades 1-11 · Seasonal · Test and contest prep courses are offered.

At a glance

• Ages: 5–16 years old
• Current session: Fall Term 2026 (Aug 1–Oct 31, 2026); Winter-Spring 2027 (Jan 1–Jun 30, 2027)
• General schedule: Year-round math classes in-person and online; summer math camps; private lesson and custom learning pods.

About the provider

Firecracker Math was founded in 2012, and the program expanded to summer math camps in 2013. The leadership team includes Program Director Ella Levine, Program Coordinator Svetlana Livdan, Administrative Manager Amber DaVisio, and Outreach Manager Sherri Hansell. Teachers have advanced degrees in math or science, and Ella Levine has an MS in applied mathematics and won multiple awards in math olympiads during high school. The program has also hosted free Math Festivals for families.

Students are placed according to age and level in math. A placement test is not mandatory but can be requested. Consistent attendance is important. Children should not be dropped off more than 10 minutes early and should be picked up on time. Late pickup fees are stated. Refund and discount policies are stated. Financial aid is available.

Last updated September 13, 2026.