Academy of Advanced Mathematics

Program Description
The Academy of Advanced Mathematics program of Stone Bridge Middle School is designed for students in grades 5 - 8 with a demonstrated readiness to learn math at a faster pace and to experience a variety of engaging math challenges. Classes meet daily and present the grade level curriculum at a faster pace. The fast pace of the program allows the students to use the saved time to attempt math challenges and rigorous math problems that will extend the students' thinking and challenge them to apply their mathematical understanding to novel situations. The Algebra course in grade 8 is designed for students with a demonstrated ability to pursue mathematics at an accelerated level. Students will take Algebra I in lieu of the standard grade 8 curriculum. Students that successfully complete Algebra I in grade 8 typically enroll in Honors Geometry in Grade 9. Currently, we are working on a track to have students begin Algebra II in their freshman year.

Students interested in the program would be asked to submit an application including:

  • An End-of-Course exam based on learning from the prior year

  • Benchmark test for current grade level

  • Problem-Solving test for students applying for ALM in grades 5, 6 or 7

or

  • The Iowa Algebra Aptitude Test for students applying for Algebra in grade 8

Application Process

  1. For non-resident applicants, if your student is currently registered with his/her resident district, download and complete the Notice of Intent to Participate Form. Submit this form by November 25, 2024 to your home district or charter school and obtain a signed receipt acknowledging that you submitted the form. Keep the receipt for your records. By law, a resident district must be informed if a student intends to participate in the choice program.

  2. Download and complete the SBMS Choice Application or contact the Parent Information Center to have it mailed to you.

  3. Collect the following documents:

    a) Most recent standardized test scores

    b) Most recent report card for the previous school year.  If you are unable to secure a recent report card, please provide a recent grade

    sheet for both Math and ELA

    c) An Official school transcript

    d) A recommendation from a Math and ELA teach

  4. Mail the General Choice Application together with all of the documents listed above no later than November 25, 2024 to:
    SBMS Choice Program Coordinator
    Attention: Stefanie Negro, Principal
    1252 Yardville-Allentown Road
    Allentown, NJ 08501

  5. Following the receipt of the application and all of the documents listed above, students will be asked to come to Stone Bridge Middle School to sit for the following assessments:

  • Sit for a math placement assessment

  • Draft a letter of interest explaining why they want to be in the Academy of Advanced Mathematics and that also expresses how enrollment in the course/district would benefit them and help them reach their long term goals.

Please note: Testing administration for math will take place at Stone Bridge Middle School on 12/5/24 at 2:30 p.m.  Please allow no more than two hours for this requirement.

Please note: Testing administration will take place in early December. Students are encouraged to take the two separate tests on two separate dates. Each test will take no more than an hour. Once an application is received, the school will coordinate the testing dates with the parent/guardian of the applicant.

Contact Information

Stone Bridge Middle School
Main Office
1252 Yardville-Allentown Road
Allentown, NJ 08501
(609) 259-7292 ext. 5800

Stone Bridge Middle School Choice Coordinator Email Stefanie Folino, Principal
(609) 259-7292 ext. 5800


Transportation Note to Parents:

Transportation of Choice students is not guaranteed. If the cost of transportation will exceed $1,000, the parent/guardian will be given $1,000 as aid in lieu of transportation and, in some cases, the option of receiving the transportation and paying the additional amount over $1,000. By August 1, 2025, parents should receive notification of their transportation options from the resident district. For more information, read the Transportation Procedures for Choice students.