Wise Zebra Michigan Academy

Math & Coding in Okemos

Teacher-led classes, guided math practice, and Scratch coding.

Current Courses

ARITHMETIC FOUNDATION

Arithmetic Foundations

Build accuracy and confidence with addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division through guided practice and clear written work.

Good fit

Designed for students who want steadier calculation skills, stronger accuracy, or focused review of the four operations before moving into more advanced math.

Learning focus
  • Addition and subtraction
  • Multiplication and division
  • Accuracy and fluency
  • Clear written work
Course details
Dates
August 24–28, 2026
Days
Monday–Friday
Time
5:00–6:30 PM
Sessions
5 per course
Tuition
$180 per five-day course
Class size
Small group, limited seats
Enrollment
Closes August 19, 2026
Guided practice

Math Study Room

60 minutes · Grades K–9 $20 / visit · 10 visits $180 By appointment

For grades K–9. Students try selected problems first, then review them with a teacher.

Grade 3 practice sample with Warm-Up, Speed Practice, and Challenge questions Grade 1–5 · View sample worksheets
Course details

60-Minute Guided Math Practice

Dates
By appointment
Time
Weekdays 5:00-8:00 PM · Saturday 1:00-7:00 PM
Single session
$20 per session
Practice pack
10-session pack: $180
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Rolling enrollment

Prealgebra

2-hour class · Grades 4–8 Saturdays, 1:00–3:00 PM Joining late? Pay for remaining classes.

Fractions, word problems, geometry, and clear mathematical reasoning.

Original Prealgebra sample with number relationships, ratios, geometry, and reasoning Sample worksheet & worked answers · PDF
Getting started and learning focus

Good fit

Designed for students in grades 4–8 who are ready to build or strengthen prealgebra foundations, including younger students ready for added challenge and older students reviewing key skills before algebra.

Class text: AoPS Prealgebra. Topics are selected for each term. The sample is original Wise Zebra work, not publisher exercises; we are not affiliated with or endorsed by AoPS.

A helpful starting point

Some experience with whole-number addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division is helpful. No previous prealgebra course is needed. Students build their understanding of fractions, word problems, and problem-solving strategies in class. We can help you decide whether this is a good starting point for your child.

  • Multi-step word problems
  • Prealgebra foundations
  • Geometry foundations, including measurement, area, perimeter, and angles
  • Competition-style reasoning
  • Written solutions
Course details
Term
Fall 2026
Core class
Saturdays, 1:00–3:00 PM
Practice & review
Thursdays, 5:00–6:00 PM · optional complimentary support
Dates
Aug 29–Dec 12, 2026
Format
12 Core Classes + 11 Optional Practice & Review Sessions
Tuition
Full-term tuition $680; late enrollment tuition is based on remaining Core Classes
Class size
Small group, limited seats
Enrollment
Rolling enrollment through December 12, 2026
Rolling enrollment

Introduction to Algebra

2-hour class · Grades 5–10 Saturdays, 3:30–5:30 PM Joining late? Pay for remaining classes.

Expressions, equations, coordinate geometry, and problem-solving strategies.

Original Algebra sample with expressions, equations, graphs, and factoring Sample worksheet & worked answers · PDF
Getting started and learning focus

Good fit

Designed for students in grades 5–10 who have some prealgebra readiness and want to begin algebra foundations or review key skills before moving into deeper algebra.

Class text: AoPS Introduction to Algebra. Topics are selected for each term. The sample is original Wise Zebra work, not publisher exercises; we are not affiliated with or endorsed by AoPS.

A helpful starting point

Familiarity with basic arithmetic, fractions, and decimals is helpful. No previous algebra course is needed. Students learn how to work with expressions, equations, and algebraic problems in class. We can help you decide whether this class or Prealgebra is the better starting point.

  • Algebra foundations
  • Number structure
  • Equations
  • Coordinate geometry and geometric reasoning
  • Problem-solving strategy
Course details
Term
Fall 2026
Core class
Saturdays, 3:30–5:30 PM
Practice & review
Thursdays, 6:10–7:10 PM · optional complimentary support
Dates
Aug 29–Dec 12, 2026
Format
12 Core Classes + 11 Optional Practice & Review Sessions
Tuition
Full-term tuition $680; late enrollment tuition is based on remaining Core Classes
Class size
Small group, limited seats
Enrollment
Rolling enrollment through December 12, 2026
SCRATCH CODING LEVEL 1

Scratch Coding Level 1

Build games while learning foundational programming concepts, then take on additional coding challenges and more independent creative projects.

Good fit

No prior coding experience is required. A good fit for beginners ready to build games, work through project logic, and develop greater independence.

Learning focus
  • Game design and foundational programming concepts
  • Events, loops, conditionals, variables, and debugging
  • Additional coding challenges and creative projects
Learn about Scratch Coding
Course details
Begins
September 3, 2026
Core class
Thursdays, 5:30–6:20 PM
Optional lab
Tuesdays, 5:30–6:00 PM
Format
12 core classes + optional project labs
Core only
Full-term price $420
Core + 5 labs
Full-term price $470 · choose any 5 of the 12 scheduled optional labs
Full program
Full-term price $500 · 12 core classes + 12 labs ($540 value)
Enrollment
Rolling enrollment while Core Classes remain; late enrollment pricing adjusts automatically

Small groups now forming

Grade 1–5 Math Classes

90-minute teacher-led classes with worked examples and take-home practice.

Lessons draw on number-sense and problem-solving approaches used in Singapore and Chinese mathematics.

Tuition
$380 for 10 weeks
Lessons
Weekly · 90 minutes with a break
Group
Usually 4 or more students
Schedule
Agreed before payment

    Join your grade's interest list. We will confirm a shared time and class details before enrollment and payment.

    Not sure where your student should begin?

    K–6 students can try Math Check, or ask us for help choosing a program.

    About Math Check Explore the Math Pathway