{"id":146,"date":"2017-02-16T12:55:59","date_gmt":"2017-02-16T12:55:59","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ed.aislinthemes.com\/?page_id=860"},"modified":"2026-04-15T10:25:49","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T15:25:49","slug":"how-to-start-math-kangaroo-center","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/mathkangaroo.org\/mks\/resources\/how-to-start-math-kangaroo-center\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Start Math Kangaroo Center"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_raw_html]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[\/vc_raw_html][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1631670400049{margin-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1490018662966{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;How to Start a New Math Kangaroo Center for Individual Competition&#8221; 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css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1490018662966{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_tta_accordion c_align=&#8221;left&#8221; active_section=&#8221;&#8221; collapsible_all=&#8221;true&#8221;][vc_tta_section i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fa fa-solid fa-timeline&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; title=&#8221;TIMELINE&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1775520190175-baebd572-9618&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1775847865381{padding-left: 25px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>New School Application Opens:<span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong> April 1, 2026<\/strong><\/span> <span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Now!<\/span><\/li>\n<li>School Registration Deadline: <span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>December 15, 2026<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li>Student Regular Enrollment Opens: <span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>September 15, 2026<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li>Student Regular Enrollment Deadline: <span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>December 31, 2026<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li>Student Late Enrollment Deadline:<span style=\"color: #000000;\"> <strong>February 1, 2027<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li>COMPETITION DATE: <span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Thursday,<\/strong> <strong>March 18, 2027<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_tta_accordion c_align=&#8221;left&#8221; active_section=&#8221;&#8221; collapsible_all=&#8221;true&#8221;][vc_tta_section i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fa fa-solid fa-clock-rotate-left&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; title=&#8221;LOGISTICS &amp; COSTS&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1775520970411-8c63694e-2cb0&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1775868009502{padding-left: 25px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>School Registration Fee:<\/strong> $0 (Free for schools to apply)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Minimum Enrollment:<\/strong> 10 students per center. <span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">*<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Student Regular Registration Fee:<\/strong> $20<\/li>\n<li><strong>Student Late Registration Fee:<\/strong> $35<\/li>\n<li><strong>Title I Discount:<\/strong> <strong data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"18\">50% OFF<\/strong> for qualifying schools.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Test Options:<\/strong> Choose between <strong data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"29\">Paper-Based<\/strong> or <strong data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"44\">Digital<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong> All K\u201312 students. <span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">**<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1775521882938{padding-left: 25px !important;}&#8221;]<span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">*<\/span><span style=\"color: #00000; 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If this minimum is not met, Math Kangaroo reserves the right to close the center.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">**<\/span><span style=\"color: #00000; font-size: 10px;\">There are no restrictions on the participation eligibility besides the ability to read and answer questions independently. Kindergarten students take the Grade 1 test (must be able to read independently).<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_tta_accordion c_position=&#8221;left&#8221; active_section=&#8221;&#8221; collapsible_all=&#8221;true&#8221;][vc_tta_section i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fa fa-solid fa-file-circle-check&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; title=&#8221;MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1775522290360-087b0041-17e0&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1775523450309{padding-left: 25px !important;}&#8221;]<span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Phase 1: Setting the Foundation<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Inclusive Environment:<\/strong> Ensure the competition is open and welcoming to <strong>all students<\/strong>, regardless of their math ability.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Logistics Check:<\/strong> Verify your shipping address and report any changes <strong>after January 1<\/strong> to ensure materials arrive on time.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Material Audit:<\/strong> Confirm the receipt of all competition materials (pencils, booklets, gifts) as soon as they arrive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Phase 2: Pre-Competition Coordination<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Student Verification:<\/strong> In early February, email all registered students to confirm their <strong>name, grade level, and center location<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Build Your Team:<\/strong> Recruit and arrange volunteers (parents or educators) to assist on competition day.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Testing Prep (Paper Centers Only):<\/strong> Access and print answer sheets one week before the test.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Phase 3: Competition Day &amp; Results<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Proctoring:<\/strong> Oversee the 75-minute test and ensure a fair environment.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Data Submission:<\/strong> Scan and upload all answer sheets <strong>within 24 hours<\/strong> of the test.\n<ul>\n<li><em>Note: Keep original paper answer sheets in a secure location for 11 months.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Booklet Distribution:<\/strong> Hold onto the paper test booklets for 2 weeks after the competition before returning them to students.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Phase 4: Recognition &amp; Awards<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Quality Control:<\/strong> Review all awards received in May immediately to ensure accuracy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Celebrate Success:<\/strong> Notify your winners! Organize an awards ceremony or coordinate a local pickup for medals and certificates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=&#8221;blue&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Center Types&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23000000&#8243; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1775524822127{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1775524818330{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">(Choose Your Access)<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1775525384998{margin-bottom: 15px !important;background-color: #CDE1F2 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1490018662966{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;65043&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_tta_accordion c_align=&#8221;left&#8221; active_section=&#8221;&#8221; collapsible_all=&#8221;true&#8221;][vc_tta_section tab_id=&#8221;1775525610017-caabd303-1405&#8243; title=&#8221;BY INVITATION ONLY&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1775525247659{padding-right: 10px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Exclusive Access:<\/strong> Registration is restricted to students from your specific school or organization.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Unique Access Code:<\/strong> Managers receive a <strong data-path-to-node=\"1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"39\">Center Invitation Code<\/strong> to share with their families.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Confidentiality:<\/strong> Families must be instructed to keep the code private and <strong data-path-to-node=\"1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"74\">not share it with outsiders<\/strong> to maintain center security.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Simple Registration:<\/strong> Parents enter the code on the registration page to unlock your center&#8217;s specific sign-up form.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;65044&#8243; 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