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High school students publishing math papers

I am a high school student who has recently established a few theorems regarding geodesic convexity in metric spaces. Most of the proofs are accessible to undergraduate students. I don’t want to publish in “top” journals, nor do I think my paper would be accepted for that matter. What are some quality journals aimed at undergraduate math I should consider publishing in?

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• 3 Is your work "new"? Have you done a literature search? –  Wolfgang Bangerth Commented Jul 20, 2023 at 18:33
• Thoroughly, I have included some known results but referenced all of them. Actually, in the abstract, I warn that the purpose of the paper is to clearly present known results, but to also include new results. –  user227351 Commented Jul 20, 2023 at 18:34
• 2 Take a look at math.stackexchange.com/questions/617787/… for general advice on math research for high school students. There's a useful list of possible journals at libguides.citytech.cuny.edu/c.php?g=988990&p=7153843 . –  Nate Eldredge Commented Jul 20, 2023 at 22:25
• 3 Is there a university with a Math department anywhere near you ? If so, find out which of the faculty there might be best to advise of publishing on this topic. They might know publications relevant to your theorems. Bon courage et bonne chance ! –  Trunk Commented Jul 25, 2023 at 14:06
• Good advice. Thank you! –  user227351 Commented Jul 25, 2023 at 14:42

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So in general, a paper that "clearly present[s] known results" is not something that would be published. But if you have developed something truly novel, then you can certainly try to find a journal.

I don't have any specific recommendations (that would require a detailed understanding of your paper) but I can give you some tips on finding decent journals that might consider your work.

Right off the bat, I would suggest talking to someone with some experience in publishing. If you are working with a teacher (or university professor) ask them. If you are not, it might be good to find someone willing to give you some guidance. This will help with the logistics of publication as well as help you polish up your paper.

The next step would be to search on Google Scholar for similar papers to get a sense of where others are publishing. There are also some tools like Scimago that list/rank journals. I would take everything on that site with a grain of salt, but it is a good start. You could also try a simple search for "student journals" or something similar. Again, this is basic but a good start.

Once you have found a handful of journals take a look at their "Aims and Scopes" page. This will contain a description of the types of papers they are looking for. This can help you further narrow down your search.

By the end of this process, you should have a few target journals and you can pick one to submit to.

Some general tips:

• Journals may be ranked using "Impact Factors". Higher is better here but don't worry too much about this.
• Avoid "predatory" journals. Anybody promising to publish your paper quickly for a nominal fee is not running a legitimate journal. There is a lot of subtlety to this but, in general, any journal that has as old/outdated website, promises fast review, feels off, etc... should be avoided.
• Your best bet is student focused journals. You can find these by looking up university websites and/or searching "student journals".
• Don't take it personally if you submit to a journal and are rejected. It happens to everyone. Just try to improve the paper and then move on the next journal on your list.

First put it up as a preprint on arxiv.org. You must learn LaTeX in order to publish math. If you're talented enough to cook up new math, you can learn LaTeX (too many 'amateur' mathematician do not bother with LaTeX. Not using LaTeX is a huge red flag, and won't be taken serious by anyone in the math community).

• 2 Although I fully agree with the sentiment, I think that we can promote LaTeX better by focusing on its advantages (i.e best software for typesetting maths, excellent typography, completely free, etc) rather than scare-mongering young colleagues that they won't be taken seriously. LaTeX is not a gatekeeping tool, it's a wonderful software for creating beautiful maths. –  Dmitry Savostyanov Commented Jul 26, 2023 at 16:29
• @DmitrySavostyanov I totally agree with this. However, I also think typing up math is underestimated. It requires more skills than one usually learns in high-school (or university, for that matter). –  Per Alexandersson Commented Jul 26, 2023 at 17:06
• Of course, I wrote the paper in LaTeX. –  user227351 Commented Jul 26, 2023 at 18:23
• I plan on submitting the paper to the scholar.rose-hulman.edu/rhumj which prohibits preprints. –  user227351 Commented Jul 26, 2023 at 18:24
• 2 @user227351 well, it does not allow publication elsewhere, but DO allow you to put stuff on peronal web page. Arxiv is somewhere between - it is not really considered to be 'more' published if it is on arxiv, compared to your personal web page. But yeah, looks like a perfect journal to submit your work. –  Per Alexandersson Commented Jul 26, 2023 at 20:00

The Mathematical Association of America (MAA) has a journal aimed at college teachers that might be appropriate, depending on the nature of your paper. https://www.maa.org/press/periodicals/college-mathematics-journal/the-college-mathematics-journal .

I thought they also had a journal for students, but can't find it now. You might search around. You might look at: https://www.maa.org/member-communities/students/meetings-and-conferences-for-students .

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12 Math Project Ideas for Middle and High School Students

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Mathematics serves as the foundation for most fields of science, such as physics, engineering, computer science, and economics. It equips you with critical problem-solving skills and the ability to break down complex problems into smaller, more manageable parts. It helps you avoid ambiguity and communicate in what is often called “the universal language,” so-called because its principles and concepts are the same worldwide. Beyond the fact that studying math can open up many career opportunities, some mathematicians also simply find beauty in the equations and proofs themselves.

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How do I find my math passion project focus?

Because math is so foundational in the sciences, there are many different directions you can take with your math passion project. Decide which topics within mathematics most speak to you. Maybe you’re more interested in how math is used in sports statistics, how you can harness math to solve global problems, or perhaps you’re curious about how math manifests itself in the physical realm. Once you find a topic that interests you, then you can begin to dive deeper. 

Keep in mind that some passion projects may require more technical skills, such as computer programming, whereas others may just explore theoretical concepts. The route you take is totally up to you and what you feel comfortable with, but don’t be afraid to pursue a project if you don’t currently have the technical skills for it. You can view it as an opportunity to learn new skills while also exploring a topic you’re excited about.

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1. the mathematical properties of elections.

In recent years, there has been a lot of discussion about which election mechanism is most effective at achieving various goals. Proposed mechanisms in United States elections include majority elections, the electoral college, approval voting, and ranked-choice voting. All of these mechanisms have benefits and drawbacks, and it turns out that no perfect election mechanism exists. Look at the work being done by mathematicians to understand when elections fail, and what can be done to improve them. Choose the strongest mechanism and use evidence to support your claim.

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2. Knot theory

A knot is simply a closed loop of string. Explore how mathematicians represent knots on a page. Learn how knots can be combined, and how to find knots that can't be created by combining other knots. You can learn techniques for determining whether or not two knots are distinct, in the sense that neither can be deformed to match the other. You can also study related objects, such as links and braids, and research the application of knots in the physical sciences.

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3. Bayesian basketball win prediction system

The Bayes’ Rule is crucial to modern statistics (as well as data science and machine learning). Using a Bayesian model to predict the probability distribution of basketball performance statistics, you can attempt to predict a team’s win and loss rate versus another team by drawing samples from these distributions and computing correlation to win or loss. Your project could be as simple or as complicated as you want. Based on your interest and comfort level, you could use simple normal models, mixture models, Gibbs sampling , and hidden Markov models. You can also learn how to code a fairly simple simulation in R or Python. Then, you’ll need to learn how to interpret the significance of statistical results and adjust results over time based on the success/failure of your model over time.

Idea by math research mentor Ari

4. Finding value in Major League Baseball free agency

Here’s another sports-related project idea. Every offseason, there are hundreds of professional baseball players who become free agents and can be signed by any team. This project involves determining which players might be a good "value" by deciding which statistics are most important to helping a team win relative to how players are generally paid. After deciding which stats are the most important, a ranked list of "value" can be produced based on expected salaries.

Idea by math research mentor Dante

5. Impact of climate change on drought risk

Are you interested in environmental economics, risk analysis, or water resource economics?

You can use historical data on precipitation, temperature, soil moisture, drought indicators, and meteorological models that simulate atmospheric conditions to train a machine-learning model that can assess the likelihood and intensity of droughts in different regions under different climate scenarios. You can also explore your assessments' potential adaptation strategies and policy implications. This project would require some skills in data processing, machine learning, and meteorological modeling.

Idea by math research mentor Jameson

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6. Making machines make art 

You can program a computer to create an infinite number of images, music, video game levels, 3D objects, or text using techniques like neural style transfer, genetic algorithms, rejection sampling, Perlin noise , or Voronoi tessellation . Your challenge then is to create a functioning content generator that you could then showcase on a website, research conference, or even in a gallery exhibition.

Idea by math research mentor Sam

7. Measuring income inequality and social mobility

If you’re interested in the intersection of mathematics and public policy, here’s an idea. Use data from the World Bank, the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), and other sources to calculate the Gini coefficient and the intergenerational elasticity of income for different countries and regions over time. Explore the factors that influence these measures and their implications for economic development and social justice. You will need to have some skills in data collection, analysis, and visualization.

8. Rocket (fuel) science

Rockets are mainly made out of fuel. When the fuel burns, it gets heated and expelled out, producing thrust. Fuel is heavy and, for long-range space missions, we need to carry around the fuel for the rest of the mission the whole way. It is important that the fuel gives us the most bang for our buck (i.e., the most acceleration per unit of fuel). Compare the amount of fuel (weight) required to get to various celestial objects and back using current electric and chemical propulsion technologies . Then do a cost analysis and compare how long it would take.

Idea by math research mentor Derek

9. COVID-19 and the global financial crisis

It is shocking how the economic effects of COVID-19 have far outweighed the ones from the Global Financial Crisis in 2007-08 . How much is the difference in terms of employment? Production? Let's go to the data!

Idea by math research mentor Alberto

10. Modeling polarization in social networks

We've all seen or heard about nasty political arguments and echo chambers on social media, but how and why do these happen? To try and find out, construct a mathematical and/or computational model of how people with different opinions interact in a social network. When do people come to a consensus, and when do they become more strongly divided? How can we design social networks with these ideas in mind?

Idea by math research mentor Emily

11. The world of mathematics

The history of mathematics dates all the way back to the very first civilizations and followed throughout history all over the globe. This development leads us to our way of living and thinking today. Rarely taught in math courses, the origins of math can provide clear insight into the necessities of learning math and the broad applications that math has in the world. Conduct research on a chosen time period, location, or figure in mathematics and describe the impacts this innovation or innovator had on the development of math as we know it today.

Idea by math research mentor Shae

12. Simulating the stock market

Here’s an idea for a beginner-to-intermediate statistics and programming project centered around Monte Carlo simulations. Monte Carlo simulations are random methods for modeling the outcome of a complicated process. These methods are used in finance all the time. How could you code a program that uses the Monte Carlo technique to "simulate" the stock market? You will need some familiarity with statistics, basic finance, and basic programming in any language to complete this project.

Idea by math research mentor Sahil

How can I showcase my math project?

After you’ve done the hard work of completing your mathematics passion project, it’s also equally important to showcase your accomplishments . You can see that in many of the project ideas above, there is a clear topic, but how you want to present the project is open-ended. You could try to publish a research paper , create a podcast or infographic, or even create a visual representation of your concept. You’ll find that although many project ideas can simply be summarized in a paper, projects can also be showcased in other creative ways.

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What are some examples of math passion projects completed by polygence students.

There are several examples of math projects Polygence students have completed through enrolling in our programs; we’ll highlight two here.

Ahmet's mathematical passion project offers detailed breakdowns of the first introduced quantum algorithm Deutsch-Jozsa, and the first quantum algorithm proven to be faster than classical algorithms, Grover’s Algorithm. It also includes a side-by-side comparison of the quantum algorithms and their classical counterparts. He uploaded his paper on Github and plans to submit it to an official publication soon.

Anna’s finance project provides an overview of topics related to personal finance, covering tax and benefits, tax-deferred savings, interest rates, cost of living, investing, insurance, and housing to help young adults manage their savings. To further her understanding of how different areas of finance influence one's life consumption, she created a life consumption plan for a hypothetical person and produced a paper. 

How can I get guidance and support on my math project?

In this post, we covered how to find the right mathematics project for you, shared a dozen ideas for physics passion projects, and discussed how to showcase your project.

If you have a passion for math–or are generally curious about exploring mathematical concepts–and are interested in pursuing a passion project, Polygence’s programs are a great place to start. You’ll be paired with a mathematics research mentor with whom you’ll be able to meet one-on-one. Through these virtual mentorship sessions, your mentor can help you learn new concepts, troubleshoot issues you encounter along the way to bringing your math project to completion, and brainstorm with you on how to showcase your passion project .

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Are you a high school student looking to showcase your research and academic achievements? Exploring opportunities to publish your work in reputable journals tailored to high school researchers can be an invaluable step in your academic journey. In this blog, we’ll delve into 20 prominent “journals to publish your research in high school,” providing insight into their focus areas, submission processes, and impact within the academic community.

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• Research Type: Original research and literature-reviewed

The National High School Journal of Science (NHSJS) operates under the oversight and peer-review of high school students globally, complemented by a scientific advisory board comprised of adult academics. Typically, the journal requires 1-2 months to evaluate submissions for acceptance, followed by an editing process lasting up to 1 month. NHSJS welcomes submissions across a broad spectrum of science and social science disciplines on an ongoing basis.

Considering its comparatively higher acceptance rate, NHSJS is often recommended as a secondary option for publication. Based on our experience in assisting students with submissions to NHSJS, we estimate an acceptance rate of approximately 70%.

4. International Journal of High School Research

The International Journal of High School Research (IJHSR) features research conducted by high school students across disciplines such as behavioral and social sciences, technology, engineering, and mathematics, encompassing both original research and literature review articles. With a publication frequency of six issues per year, IJHSR operates on a rolling submissions basis and offers open access to the public. The journal is administered by the nonprofit organization Terra Science and Education.

A distinctive requirement of IJHSR is that authors must solicit and secure the agreement of three professors or post-doctoral scholars to review their paper. Given the time-intensive nature of this process, we recommend initiating contact with potential reviewers early in the research phase if aiming to publish in IJHSR.

5. Journal of Student Research

• Submission Deadline: February 29, 2024
• Area/s of Expertise: all academic concentrations and disciplines

This journal, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a multidisciplinary publication subject to faculty review. It showcases research contributions from high school, undergraduate, and graduate students across a diverse range of disciplines. The journal welcomes submissions covering applied and theoretical research in any field.

The Journal of Student Research (JSR) enjoys popularity among high school students owing to its inclusive approach to research topics. High school students can submit various forms of research projects, articles, posters, review articles, and even AP Capstone Research to JSR.

While we typically advise students to aim for more selective journals as primary targets, JSR serves as a reliable backup option for journals to publish your research. Drawing from our experience guiding numerous students through the submission process, we consider JSR best suited for this role due to its comparatively high acceptance rate. However, it’s important to note its extended publishing timeline, which typically spans around 6-7 months.

6. Journal of High School Science

• Cost: free submission
• Area/s of Expertise: science and social sciences
• Research Type: original research, peer-review

The Journal of High School Science (JHSS) is a peer-reviewed STEAM publication that highlights the inventive ideas and contributions of high school students across science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) disciplines. The Journal publishes original research and experiments featuring quantitative results. These results must stem directly from experimental observations, supported by thorough statistical analysis and a sufficiently large sample size.

While it offers a relatively high acceptance rate, making it a suitable backup option, it falls slightly below alternatives like the STEM Fellowship Journal and Journal of Emerging Investigators . Based on our experience, for students seeking a more dependable backup, we suggest considering NHSJS over JHSS. NHSJS holds a marginally higher level of selectivity compared to JHSS, enhancing its reliability as a secondary choice.

7. Young Scientist Journal

• Submission Deadline: to be announced (typically every December)
• Area/s of Expertise: all scientific fields

Young Scientist is a publication aimed at acknowledging the remarkable accomplishments of high school scientists. It is a venture of the Vanderbilt Collaborative for STEM Education and Outreach, a dedicated group committed to enriching scientific and technological literacy by fostering distinctive collaborations among Vanderbilt University scientists, K-12 educators and students, and the broader science community, both locally and globally.

YSJ stands as yet another of our selective recommendations for students who want to right high quality research in the field of science.

8. STEM Fellowship Journal

• Cost: CAD 400 for publication
• Area/s of Expertise: STEM

The STEM Fellowship Journal welcomes original research and review articles authored by individual or group contributors, with or without mentorship input. This encompasses research spanning all domains of Science, Technology, Engineering , and Mathematics (STEM), conducted by high school, undergraduate, and graduate students alike. Serving as the flagship platform for STEM Fellowship, the journal plays a pivotal role in advancing the organization’s core mission of fostering scholarly writing and publication among the emerging cohort of STEM researchers.

Although SFJ presents a valuable option, our observations suggest that the journal may sometimes experience delays in communication with submitting students. Additionally, while the review process previously operated on a 2-month timeline, this duration has lengthened to 4-5 months throughout 2022-2023. It’s essential to bear these factors in mind, particularly if you’re working within a tight deadline.

9. Hope Humanities Journal

• Cost: $100 for publication
• Area/s of Expertise: Social Sciences, Humanities
• Research Type: original research, peer-review, literary pieces like reviews/critiques, poems, essays

HOPE, one of the easiest journals to publish your research in, serves as an online humanities platform accessible to all with an interest in the humanities. It offers an international, nonprofit academic forum to champion the humanities and celebrate the accomplishments of young writers. HOPE welcomes submissions of literature (including poetry and prose), research papers, art such as illustrations and photography, and editorials.

Submissions are accepted on a rolling basis, with issues published every two months. Accepted works are considered for inclusion in at least the subsequent two issues.

HOPE stands as another preferred choice for students in the humanities, following Schola.

10. Journal of Emerging Investigators

• Research Type: original research, hypothesis-based research

The Journal of Emerging Investigators typically ranks as our top recommendation for students engaged in original STEM research. Notably affiliated with Harvard , JEI is renowned for its thorough review process, which may extend up to 7-8 months.

It’s crucial to note that JEI exclusively accepts original hypothesis-driven research. Furthermore, while the JEI website predominantly showcases STEM research, submissions from other disciplines are also welcomed. For example, if you conduct original research on topics such as financial markets or political preferences based on demographics, you can still submit to JEI.

JEI employs a review process akin to that of many professional scientific journals. However, we have tailored it to prioritize the educational journey of our student authors, who are likely navigating the intricacies of scientific writing and publishing for the first time. For further details on our review process, please refer to the following information.

• Cost: $120 for publication
• Area/s of Expertise: Social Science, Humanities

Schola is a quarterly journal showcasing humanities and social sciences essays penned by high school students worldwide. Covering an extensive array of subjects within humanities and social sciences, Schola accepts essays exploring topics spanning philosophy, history, art history, English, economics, public policy, and sociology.

Essays submitted to Schola must address academic, answerable, and specific topics conducive to thorough examination within a 4,000-5,000-word format. Published essays and their respective authors are announced during the first week of each issue month, which occurs in March, June, September, and December. Subscribers gain access to all journals within the Archives.

Schola, another one of the journals to publish your research, stands out as one of our foremost recommendations for students keen on exploring social sciences and humanities, owing to its rigorous review process and discerning selection criteria. The journal consistently upholds a standard of publishing high-quality work.

12. Journal of Research High School

• Area/s of Expertise: mainly science and humanities but other concentrations are accepted
• Research Type: Original research, peer-review, literature-review

The Journal of Research High School (JRHS) is an open-access online research journal dedicated to showcasing academic work crafted exclusively by high school researchers. With a focus on nurturing the future scientific community, JRHS provides a platform for high school students to share their research and writing expertise through quality journals and articles. Additionally, it encourages student engagement in disseminating research papers under the guidance of research advisors.

By serving as a stepping stone, JRHS facilitates the development of research skills among high school authors, setting them on a path toward becoming experienced researchers early in their academic journey. Moreover, it fosters an interactive environment where students can connect with peers and access their academic contributions.

JRHS welcomes original research and insightful literature reviews across various fields, including Engineering, Humanities, Natural Sciences, Mathematics , and Social Sciences, among others, for potential publication.

13. Stanford Intersect

• Area/s of Expertise: mostly STEM and humanities
• Research Type: Original research, peer-review, book reviews and essays

Intersect, one of the journals to publish your research, is a globally recognized research journal in Science, Technology, and Society, managed by undergraduate students at Stanford University with support from the Program in STS at Stanford. It serves as a platform for publishing research and scholarship focused on the social dynamics that influence, support, or hinder research and innovation, while also exploring how these social forces are influenced by evolving science and technology.

Welcoming submissions from undergraduate, graduate, and PhD students, Intersect encourages interdisciplinary work at the intersection of disciplines such as history, culture, sociology, art, literature, business, law, health, and design with science and technology. While the journal’s submissions are not restricted to Stanford affiliates, they typically represent diverse perspectives from various continents.

Intersect publishes quarterly online at intersect.stanford.edu and is widely referenced in Google Scholar. As an open-access journal, it offers free access to its content to foster global knowledge exchange. Intersect aims to publish three times per academic year, typically at the conclusion of Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters, and accepts submissions on a rolling basis.

14. Open Journal of Business and Management

• Cost: $299 for publication
• Area/s of Expertise: Business, Entrepreneurship, and Economics
• Research Type: Various forms of academic articles, including reviews, original research papers, and short reports

OJBM stands as an international journal dedicated to advancing the study of business and management. Its objective is to serve as a forum for scholars and educators worldwide to foster, exchange, and deliberate on emerging issues and developments across various domains of business and management.

We recommend OJBM, one of the best journals to publish your research, as a valuable resource for students with an interest in business studies and management. It is among the select few journals that welcome research contributions in these fields from high school students.

It’s worth noting the distinction we make between business and economics; certain economic concepts may not fall within the purview of business. Therefore, if your research pertains to financial markets, you may find IJHSR or JEI (mentioned in this blog) to be more suitable options.

15. Curieux Academic Journal

• Cost: $159 for publication
• Area/s of Expertise: STEM, Natural Science, Social Science, and Humanities
• Research Type: This includes a range of scholarly works, such as research papers, review articles, and contributions in the humanities and social sciences.

Established in 2017, the Curieux Academic Journal is a youth-led nonprofit dedicated to publishing research by high school and middle school students. While based in California, they boast editors from across the nation.

Submitting your paper to Curieux presents an excellent opportunity to hone your skills in academic writing. They welcome submissions from all academic subjects, spanning the sciences and humanities.

Curieux embraces various forms of academic writing, including research papers, review articles, and contributions in the humanities and social sciences. With a monthly publication schedule, they release twelve issues annually. We often suggest Curieux as a secondary publication option for students engaged in research within the social sciences and humanities, given its comparatively higher acceptance rate.

16. Walt Whitman Journal of Psychology

• Submission Deadline: March 20, 2024
• Area/s of Expertise: Psychology and
• Research Type: Original Research and Analysis writeups

The Whitman Journal of Psychology is a fully student-led publication that highlights research and literature reviews conducted by high school students in the field of psychology. With a global reach, the journal connects with hundreds of schools and psychology enthusiasts worldwide. It is electronically published and freely accessible to all readers.

Authors are required to adhere to the guidelines outlined in the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (7th ed.). The Journal retains the right to make adjustments to accepted submissions to ensure compliance with APA style. Manuscripts should not exceed 20 pages and must include a reference list and parenthetical citations following APA style guidelines.

17. The Pegasus Review: UCF Undergraduate Research Journal

• Submission Deadline: rolling admissions
• Area/s of Expertise: all academic field

The URJ, one of the journals to publish your research, is a peer-reviewed journal showcasing the research conducted by undergraduate students at the University of Central Florida across various disciplines. Established in 2007, the URJ has published over 100 articles authored by UCF undergraduate students. All undergraduates engaged in faculty-mentored research projects are encouraged to submit their work for potential publication.

Undergraduate students at the University of Central Florida have the opportunity to submit their research to The Pegasus Review: UCF Undergraduate Research Journal (URJ). Submissions must reflect work completed during the student’s enrollment as an undergraduate, although they may submit research for publication up to six months after graduation. Additionally, undergraduates from other institutions may submit to the URJ if the research conducted at the University of Central Florida is endorsed by a UCF faculty member. UCF undergraduates are also eligible to collaborate on papers with undergraduate and graduate students from other institutions, provided that the main author of the manuscript is from UCF.

18. Youth Medical Journal

• Submission Deadline: s ubmission is closed at the moment (typically opens in march)
• Area/s of Expertise: medical science
• Research Type: Original Research and academic commentaries

The Youth Medical Journal is a nonprofit, Diamond Open Access, and internationally student-run publication catering to students with a medical focus. Our platform consistently publishes peer-reviewed manuscripts across various medical specialties within their respective sub-journals.

Thepublication aims to cultivate the skills of budding researchers by adhering to the standards set by esteemed journals such as Nature, Frontiersin, Elsevier, The New England Journal of Medicine, British Medical Journal, Journal of the American Medical Association, and others. Additionally, they aspire to serve as a platform for students seeking to publish articles even before they have undergone any formal university or college courses. Nevertheless, the publication also welcomes submissions from students with formal research training and experience.

We’ve observed that this journal serves as a valuable starting point for students who are new to submitting research papers. However, during busy periods, they have previously halted submissions.

19. Critical Debates HSGJ

• Area/s of Expertise: Humanities, Science, and Global Justice
• Research Type: Original Research, peer reviews

Emerging young scholars in high school from around the globe are invited to submit original scholarly work and/or well-balanced critical opinion perspectives for this peer-reviewed journal on critical debates facing society. Humanities enable understanding of the human experience, while science involves the pursuit of knowledge of the natural and social world through systematic scientific methodology. Student work may be connected to either area or both. Global justice involves the pursuit of theory and action to better understand the world, transcend borders, and acknowledge responsibilities towards it.

This is one of the journals to publish your research that aims to foster dialogue around critical viewpoints, lenses, and debates concerning pressing global issues. Submissions are encouraged to utilize diverse lenses to analyze pressing world problems, such as using math and science to understand public policy debates and using the humanities and arts to understand justice and human rights.

20. International Youth Neuroscience Association Journal

• Area/s of Expertise: Neuroscience
• Research Type: Original Research, peer reviews, academic commentary

The International Youth Neuroscience Association (IYNA) is a global, youth-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring the next generation of neuroscientists. The mission of the organization is to introduce students to the excitement of scientific inquiry and enable them to explore the wonders of the brain. This mission involves providing high-quality, open-access opportunities for students to authentically pursue neuroscience. This is accomplished through hosting a variety of open-access, high-quality events, and programs, including Youth Neuroscience (a summer program), the IYNA Annual Ideathon, and Brain Bee Bootcamps. Additionally, young neuroscience enthusiasts have the opportunity to receive special training through a series of webinars and gain experience through publishing in the IYNA Journal.

Since its inception, the International Youth Neuroscience Association (IYNA) has worked to develop, refine, and distribute high-quality, accessible neuroscience resources. The organization particularly aims to address disparities in neuroscience education resulting from socioeconomic and geographic differences.

What are the Publishing Options Available for High School Students?

1. peer-reviewed journals.

These journals undergo the peer review process, wherein authors submit their work to the journal, and the journal’s editors forward the work to a group of independent experts in the same field or discipline, typically grad students or other scientists with advanced degrees. These experts, known as peer reviewers, assess the work based on predetermined criteria, including research quality, methodology validity, data accuracy, and findings originality. Peer reviewers may offer suggestions for revisions or leave comments, but ultimately, editors determine which suggestions to provide to the author.

Upon receiving suggestions, authors have the opportunity to make revisions before submitting their final work back to the journal. The editor then decides whether to publish the work or not.

2. Non Peer-Reviewed Journals

Non-peer-reviewed journals refer to publications that do not undergo a formal review process by independent experts in the field before publication. While peer-reviewed journals are often regarded as more credible and prestigious due to the rigorous evaluation process, non-peer-reviewed journals offer advantages such as expedited publishing timelines and greater accessibility for authors.

Although peer-reviewed journals uphold higher standards of quality and validity, the review process can be time-consuming and may delay the publication of your work. In contrast, non-peer-reviewed journals typically offer quicker turnaround times, making them a convenient option for authors who are pressed for time, particularly when preparing college applications or seeking timely dissemination of their research findings.

While the credibility and prestige associated with peer-reviewed journals are undeniable, the choice between peer-reviewed and non-peer-reviewed journals ultimately depends on the author’s priorities and objectives, balancing factors such as credibility, speed of publication, and the targeted audience’s preferences.

3. Pre Print Archives

Preprint archives, also known as preprint servers, are online platforms where student researchers can freely upload and disseminate their research papers without undergoing any formal review process. These archives provide a means for students to swiftly share their findings with the scientific community, facilitating rapid dissemination of research and enabling scholars to receive feedback on their work.

One of the key advantages of preprint archives is the ability to quickly share research findings while awaiting publication in peer-reviewed journals. Unlike traditional journal submission processes, which often entail lengthy review timelines spanning several months, preprint archives offer a more expedited route for sharing research outcomes.

Importantly, sharing work on a preprint archive does not preclude or hinder subsequent submission to a peer-reviewed journal. Authors retain the option to submit their work for formal review and publication in academic journals after sharing it on a preprint server. This flexibility allows researchers to engage with both the preprint and peer-reviewed publication processes, maximizing the visibility and impact of their research within the scientific community.

How to Submit to Multiple Journals

Developing a strategy for submitting your research paper to multiple journals can optimize your chances of publication and ensure efficient use of resources. It’s important to recognize that a paper can only be published in one peer-reviewed journal; simultaneous submission to multiple journals is generally prohibited and may hinder publication opportunities.

However, if your paper is not accepted by one journal, you retain the freedom to submit it to alternative journals for consideration. As such, it’s advisable to approach the submission process with a thoughtful strategy in mind.

Begin by identifying your ideal publication venue and considering potential backup options. Reflect on factors such as the journal’s scope, audience, impact factor, and prestige to determine your preferences. While aiming for your top choice journal, it’s prudent to have contingency plans in place, including secondary and tertiary journal options.

Preprint archives, such as arXiv and the Research Archive of Rising Scholars, offer an additional avenue for sharing your research before peer-reviewed publication. Posting your work on a preprint server enables you to establish a presence in your research field, solicit feedback from the community, and garner early recognition for your findings. It’s worth noting, however, that reputable preprint servers typically recommend posting your preprint on only one platform to avoid confusion or duplication.

By carefully strategizing your journal submissions and considering preprint options, you can navigate the publication process effectively and maximize the visibility and impact of your research within the academic community.

Sending to multiple journals at one time? Consider this.

Simultaneous submission to multiple journals is generally discouraged because it can lead to ethical issues and conflicts. Most journals have policies against simultaneous submission to prevent duplicate publication and ensure fairness in the review process. Submitting to multiple journals at once can also waste resources and time for both authors and editors, as multiple journals may end up reviewing the same manuscript simultaneously. Therefore, it’s best to follow the guidelines of each journal and submit your manuscript to one journal at a time.

Final Thoughts

Journals serve as vital platforms for disseminating scholarly research and fostering intellectual discourse. For high school students, these journals to publish your research not only validate their research efforts but also offer a gateway to broader recognition within their respective fields. Beyond the intrinsic value of contributing to the body of knowledge, publishing in journals can enhance college admissions prospects by demonstrating initiative, intellectual curiosity, and a commitment to academic excellence.

Admissions committees often view published research as a testament to a student’s academic potential and readiness for higher education, setting applicants apart in a competitive admissions landscape. Through this exploration of journals tailored to high school researchers, you’ll discover opportunities to elevate your academic profile and make meaningful contributions to your chosen field of study.

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15 Journals to Publish Your Research in High School

Pursuing research at the high school level is one of the best ways for you to demonstrate co-curricular academic competence. Getting this study published is an added bonus because it will give your research a certain amount of credibility and backing.

High school students might find guidance on how to conduct their research, but very few are familiar with academic journals that publish high school research. This guide will give you recommendations on where to consider publishing your research. Regardless of your subject of interest, we have options for you here! However, before we get to the recommendations, let’s look at some points to keep in mind while deciding journals and why it is a good decision to publish.

Do I need to publish my research in high school?

Getting your research published is not a necessity. In fact, many of our students do not choose to get their work published and still manage to get into the top college programs across the world.

However, over the course of guiding students to top journals in the last few years, we have to come to see immense value in publication . We now recommend most of our students to aim for publication.

There are three reasons for this. Firstly, we believe that a researcher/scientist’s job is not just to study an area for individual curiosity, but also to communicate the findings to the rest of the world to enhance the understanding of a particular topic. Expanding the frontiers of human knowledge is one of the goals that researchers should strive towards. Secondly, the process of getting research published itself is a whole experience. It is the closest feeling you will get to being a scientist at the high school level. Having your work critically reviewed by Ph.D. researchers in your field is a great learning experience as it will point out the academic loopholes in your work. It has the potential to make you a better student. Incorporating that feedback and communicating with the editorial team is another aspect of this valuable experience.

Finally, getting your work published gives your work credibility to the external world. Whether it is a college application or a summer program, we believe the research that is published will make a stronger impression than unpublished research.

What to look for in a high school research journal?

Deciding what journal works best for you can be confusing if you are new to academic publishing. In this section, we will give you a brief overview of three factors you can take into consideration when deciding what journal works best for you.

First, for many students, prestige is the most important factor when deciding where to submit their research . For STEM students, this preference might lead them to the Columbia Junior Science Journal whereas, for humanities students, the preference might lead to The Concorde Review as the first choice. However, an important thing to keep in mind regarding this preference is that your choice for the most prestigious journal should be followed by the highest quality research . Similar to how unless you have a good profile, applying to Harvard might just end up wasting money and time!

Secondly, the nature of research is another important parameter to be aware of. One of the first things that we ask our Publication Program students is about the nature of research and whether they are conducting original research or a literature review. Based on what the answer is, our recommendation can vary since some journals do not accept literature reviews.

Finally, the time taken to get published is another important metric that students should keep in mind. If you are somebody applying to college in November and are looking for potential journals for your research in August, we would not recommend journals like the Journal of Emerging Investigators which takes almost 7-8 months to publish research.

Now that we have seen the importance of getting published and what to keep in mind, let us look at some of our recommendations:

Journal of Emerging Investigators : The journal of emerging investigators is usually our top recommendation for students who are doing original research in STEM fields. JEI is particularly well known for its extensive review process that can take as long as 7-8 months. The most important thing to keep in mind is that JEI only accepts original hypothesis-driven research. Another important point is that while the JEI website is dominated by research in the STEM fields, they also accept research from other disciplines. For instance, if you conduct original research on financial markets or political preferences based on demographics, you can still submit with the help of these guidelines. Here is our extensive guide to publishing in JEI. Cost: $35 submission fee, need-based fee waiver is available Deadline: Rolling Subject area: STEM mainly but non-STEM is accepted if original research Type of research: Original hypothesis-based research Estimated acceptance rate: 70-75%

National High School Journal of Science : The NHSJS is run and peer-reviewed by high school students around the world, with a scientific advisory board of adult academics. The journal usually takes 1-2 months to decide whether to accept a submission and an additional editing process that lasts up to 1 month. NHSJS accepts practically all science and social science disciplines on a rolling basis. We usually recommend NHSJS as a backup journal given its relatively higher acceptance rate. Based on our experience of guiding students to NHSJS, we estimate that it has an acceptance rate of approximately 70%. Cost: $250 for publication Deadline: Rolling Subject area: All science and social science disciplines Type of research: Original research, literature review Estimated acceptance rate: 60-70%

International Journal of High School Research : IJHSR publishes high school student research work in behavioral and social sciences, technology, engineering, and math, both original research and literature review articles. Six issues are published each year. IJHSR has a rolling submissions window and has open access to the public. It is run by the nonprofit Terra Science and Education. A unique aspect of the IJHSR is that it requires you to contact and acquire 3 professors or post-doctoral scholars who agree to review your paper. This is a fairly time-consuming process, so if you’re aiming to publish in IJHSR, we would recommend that you get started on this early in your research process! Cost: $200 Deadline: Rolling Subject area: All science and social science subjects Type of research: Original Research, Literature Review Estimated acceptance rate: 20-30%

STEM Fellowship Journal : An open-access, peer-reviewed journal for scholarly research by high school and university students in the STEM fields, run by Canadian Science Publishing. The journal accepts original investigations, review articles, and "viewpoints", usually around 5 pages long. While SFJ is a great option, in our experience, we have noticed that the journal can often lag in terms of communication with the students who submit there. Also, while the journal previously reviewed articles on a 2-month timeline, this has extended to 4-5 months over 2022-2023. Please keep this in mind, especially if you are on a tight deadline! Cost: $400 Deadline: Rolling Subject area: All Scientific Disciplines Type of research: Hypothesis Driven Research, Review, Abstract, Original Research Estimated Acceptance Rate: 5-10%

Journal of Student Research : This is a multidisciplinary, and faculty-reviewed journal based in Houston, Texas that publishes research by high school, undergraduate, and graduate students. The journal publishes articles in an array of disciplines and in general, papers on all topics, ranging from applied to theoretical research in any discipline, are eligible for submission. The Journal of Student Research (JSR) is particularly popular among high school students due to the variety of research it accepts. Interested high school students can submit research projects, research articles/posters, review articles, and also AP Capstone Research to Journal of Student Research. We usually recommend students aim for a more selective journal as a target and in case that does not work out, the Journal of Student Research can be a good safety option. In our experience of guiding more than a hundred students through JSR, we believe that the Journal of Student Research (JSR) is best suited as a backup option due to its relatively high acceptance rate. However, please be wary of it’s long publishing timeline (around 6-7 months). Here is our guide to the Journal of Student Research. Cost: $50 to Submit and $200 Publication Cost (if accepted) Deadline: Fixed Deadlines in February, May, August, and November Subject area: All Academic Disciplines Type of research: All types of academic articles Estimated Acceptance Rate: 70-80%

Journal of High School Science : JHSS is a peer-reviewed STEM Journal that publishes research and ideas of high school students. JHSS is also best suited as a backup given its relatively high publication acceptance rate compared to options like STEM Fellowship Journal and Journal of Emerging Investigators. However, in our experience, for students looking for a more secure backup, we would recommend the NHSJS over the JHSS since the JHSS is slightly more selective compared to NHSJS. Cost: Free Deadline: Rolling Subject area: All science and social science subjects Type of research: Original Research, Literature Review Estimated acceptance rate: 20%

Stanford Intersect : Intersect is an international Science, Technology, and Society research journal run by undergraduate students at Stanford University and supported by the Program in STS at Stanford. It publishes research and scholarship on the social factors that shape research and invention. While the website states otherwise, Stanford Intersect does accept research from high school students on topics at the intersection of science, technology, and society. In our experience of guiding students to get published here, we rate this journal as extremely selective and only recommend this option to the best students that we have. We have also noticed that students using AI-based methods in research tends to do particularly well here. Cost: Free Deadline: Rolling Subject area: Science, Technology, and Society Type of research: Research Articles, Papers/Essays, Thesis Chapters, Book Reviews, Editorials, Interviews, Multimedia Estimated Acceptance Rate: < 5% (for high schoolers)

Young Scientist Journal : Young Scientist is another publication that recognizes the achievements of high school scientists. It is published by the Vanderbilt Center for Science Outreach, a group that works in the field of scientific and technological literacy through the establishment of unique partnerships between Vanderbilt University scientists, K-12 educators and students, and the local and global science community. At Lumiere, YSJ is another one of our selective recommendations for students who are producing the highest quality of research. Cost: Free Deadline: December Subject area: Sciences Type of research: Original research, literature review Estimated Acceptance Rate: 10-15%

The Concord Review : The Concord Review is a quarterly journal publishing history essays by high school students. It is the most prestigious journal for high school students in the social sciences. Its prestige comes from its high level of selectivity (currently less than 5%), focus on quality, and long track record of winners going on to top universities. The quality of the published papers is also very high, with the average length of papers in the past year at 9000 words. A qualitative assessment of the quality of the papers also indicates significant time invested and a high level of writing. We have covered this in a lot more detail in a separate post here . Cost: $50 to Submit and $200 Publication Cost (if accepted) Deadline: Fixed Deadlines in February, May, August, and November Subject area: All Academic Disciplines Type of research: All types of academic articles Estimated Acceptance Rate: < 5 %

Schola : Schola is a quarterly journal of humanities and social sciences essays written by high school students worldwide. They publish essays on wide-ranging topics in humanities and social sciences. The Schola accepts essays written on topics in philosophy, history, art history, English, economics, public policy, and sociology. Essay topics and questions must be academic, answerable, and specific to be sufficiently examined in an essay of 4,000-5,000 words. Published essays and their authors are announced in the first week of each issue month: March, June, September, and December. A subscription provides access to all journals in the Archives. Schola is one of our top recommendations for students interested in the social sciences/humanities due to its rigorous review process and selectivity. The quality of work published is also very high. Cost: $120 Deadline: Rolling Subject area: Humanities Type of research: Literature (review/critique, poem, prose), research papers, art (illustration, photography), editorials. Estimated Acceptance Rate: 20%

Hope Humanities Journal : HOPE is an online humanities platform for everyone interested in the humanities. It provides an international and non-profit academic platform, with the mission of advocating for the humanities and recognizing young writers’ achievements. They accept literature (poem, prose), research papers, art (illustration, photography), and editorials. Papers are accepted on a "rolling admission" basis and issues are published on a two-month-per-issue* basis. Submitted works are eligible for at least the next two issues. HOPE is another one of our go-to options for Humanities students after the Schola. Cost: $100 Deadline: Rolling Subject area: Humanities Type of research: Literature (review/critique, poem, prose), research papers, art (illustration, photography), editorials. Estimated Acceptance Rate: 30%

Open Journal of Business and Managemen t (OJBM) : OJBM is an international journal dedicated to the latest advancement in the study of business and management. The goal of this journal is to provide a platform for scientists and academicians all over the world to promote, share, and discuss various new issues and developments in different areas of business and management. We recommend OJBM as a good option for students interested in the field of business studies and management. It is one of the few journals that accept research in business and management from high school students. An important thing to keep in mind is that there is a distinction between business and economics that we are making here i.e. many concepts of economics might not be included within the realm of business. Hence, if you are doing research on financial markets, IJHSR or JEI (mentioned above) might be better options. Cost: $299 Deadline: Rolling Subject area: Economics and Business Type of research: Most types of academic articles - reviews, original research, short reports Estimated Acceptance Rate: 15-20% (for high schoolers)

Curieux : The Curieux Academic Journal is a youth-led nonprofit founded in 2017 to publish research by high school and middle school students. They currently operate in California but have editors from across the nation. Submitting your paper to Curieux is a great way to get experience in the craft of academic writing. They are open to submissions from any academic subject including the sciences and humanities. They encourage all forms of academic writing including but not limited to research papers, review articles, and humanity/social science pieces. Each year, they publish twelve issues: once per month. At Lumiere, we usually recommend Curieux as a backup publication for students pursuing research in the social sciences and humanities since they have a relatively higher acceptance rate. Cost: $150 Deadline: Rolling Subject area: Engineering, Humanities, and Natural Science, Mathematics, and Social Science Type of research: Including but not limited to research papers, review articles, and humanity/social science pieces. Estimated Acceptance Rate: 60-70%

Journal of Research High School : The Journal of Research High School (JRHS) is an open-access online research journal that aims at publishing academic work prepared exclusively by high school researchers. JRHS publishes across science to social science. They publish biannually but release publications each month! For the publication at JRHS, in general, there are four processes of publication such as original formatting and plagiarism check, peer review, revision, and editorial decision. Each process has a different timeline but in general, the overall turnover timeline is approximately 3 - 6 months. Cost: $100 Deadline: Rolling Subject area: Any academic subject including the sciences and humanities Type of research: Original research and significant literature reviews. Estimated Acceptance Rate: 30%

Walt Whitman Journal of Psychology : The WWJOP is an entirely student-led publication in which high-school student-conducted research and literature reviews in the field of psychology are recognized. The Journal reaches hundreds of schools and psychology students around the world and is published bi-annually and electronically. We have found WWJOP to be a fantastic option for Psychology students given that it offers a specialized publication in Psychology at the high school level. It is one of the few journals at this level to offer a subject specialization. Cost: Free Deadline: Rolling Subject area: Psychology Type of research: Original Research, Analysis Pieces, Letters Estimated acceptance rate: 20-30%

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Real equity in math education is about more than good grades and test scores

by Megan Staples, The Conversation

Math education outcomes in the United States have been unequal for decades. Learners in the top 10% socioeconomically tend to be about four grade levels ahead of learners in the bottom 10%—a statistic that has remained stubbornly persistent for 50 years.

To advance equity, policymakers and educators often focus on boosting test scores and grades and making advanced courses more widely available. Through this lens, equity means all students earn similar grades and progress to similar levels of math .

With more than three decades of experience as a researcher, math teacher and teacher educator, I advocate for expanding what equity means in mathematics education. I believe policymakers and educators should focus less on test scores and grades and more on developing students' confidence and ability to use math to make smart personal and professional decisions. This is mathematical power—and true equity.

What is 'equity' in math?

To understand the limitations of thinking about equity solely in terms of academic achievements, consider a student whom I interviewed during her freshman year of college.

Jasmine took Algebra 1 in ninth grade, followed by a summer online geometry course. This put her on a pathway to study calculus during her senior year in an AP class in which she earned an A. She graduated high school in the top 20% of her class and went to a highly selective liberal arts college. Now in her first year, she plans to study psychology.

Did Jasmine receive an equitable mathematics education? From an equity-as-achievement perspective, yes. But let's take a closer look.

Jasmine experienced anxiety in her math classes during her junior and senior years in high school. Despite strong grades, she found herself "in a little bit of a panic" when faced with situations that require mathematical analysis . This included deciding the best loan options.

In college, Jasmine's major required statistics. Her counselor and family encouraged her to take calculus over statistics in high school because calculus "looked better" for college applications. She wishes now she had studied statistics as a foundation for her major and for its usefulness outside of school. In her psychology classes, knowledge of statistics helps her better understand the landscape of disorders and to ask questions like, "How does gender impact this disorder?"

These outcomes suggest Jasmine did not receive an equitable mathematics education, because she did not develop mathematical power. Mathematical power is the know-how and confidence to use math to inform decisions and navigate the demands of daily life—whether personal, professional or civic. An equitable education would help her develop the confidence to use mathematics to make decisions in her personal life and realize her professional goals. Jasmine deserved more from her mathematics education.

The prevalence of inequitable math education

Experiences like Jasmine's are unfortunately common. According to one large-scale study, only 37% of U.S. adults have mathematical skills that are useful for making routine financial and medical decisions.

A National Council on Education and the Economy report found that coursework for nine common majors, including nursing, required relatively few of the mainstream math topics taught in most high schools. A recent study found that teachers and parents perceive math education as " unengaging, outdated and disconnected from the real world ."

Looking at student experiences, national survey results show that large proportions of students experience anxiety about math class , low levels of confidence in math, or both. Students from historically marginalized groups experience this anxiety at higher rates than their peers. This can frustrate their postsecondary pursuits and negatively affect their lives.

How to make math education more equitable

In 2023, I collaborated with other educators from Connecticut's professional math education associations to author an equity position statement . The position statement, which was endorsed by the Connecticut State Board of Education, outlines three commitments to transform mathematics education .

1. Foster positive math identities : The first commitment is to foster positive math identities, which includes students' confidence levels and their beliefs about math and their ability to learn it. Many students have a very negative relationship with mathematics. This commitment is particularly important for students of color and language learners to counteract the impact of stereotypes about who can be successful in mathematics.

A growing body of material exists to help teachers and schools promote positive math identities. For example, writing a math autobiography can help students see the role of math in their lives. They can also reflect on their identity as a "math person." Teachers should also acknowledge students' strengths and encourage them to share their own ideas as a way to empower them.

2. Modernize math content : The second commitment is to modernize the mathematical content that school districts offer to students. For example, a high school mathematics pathway for students interested in health care professions might include algebra, math for medical professionals and advanced statistics. With these skills, students will be better prepared to calculate drug dosages, communicate results and risk factors to patients, interpret reports and research, and catch potentially life-threatening errors.

3. Align state policies and requirements: The third commitment is to align state policies and school districts in their definition of mathematical proficiency and the requirements for achieving it. In 2018, for instance, eight states had a high school math graduation requirement insufficient for admission to the public universities in the same state. Other states' requirements exceed the admission requirements. Aligning state and district definitions of math proficiency clears up confusion for students and eliminates unnecessary barriers.

What's next?

As long as educators and policymakers focus solely on equalizing test scores and enrollment in advanced courses, I believe true equity will remain elusive. Mathematical power—the ability and confidence to use math to make smart personal and professional decisions—needs to be the goal.

No one adjustment to the U.S. math education system will immediately result in students gaining mathematical power. But by focusing on students' identities and designing math courses that align with their career and life goals, I believe schools, universities and state leaders can create a more expansive and equitable math education system.

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Starting in the 2024-25 school year, Grand Island High School will have an artificial intelligence math tutor, called Khanmigo, available for students, Grand Island Central School Superintendent Brian Graham said at the Aug. 5 Board of Education meeting.

“I want to thank (high school Principal) Hillary Kretz-Harvey for her leadership in working with the company Khan Academy,” Graham said. “Khan Academy has been around since 2008, and 2009 is when the company got started. In 2010, they had free courses in algebra and all math courses from kindergarten through college available for free on their website.

“Now, they’re integrating an artificial intelligence tutor, which they’re calling Khanmigo. Hillary’s done a fantastic job in negotiating with this company. I think it’s OK to say it will be available for every student in the high school at a ridiculously low cost. This is a tutor that will be available for children in our high school 24 hours a day, seven days a week for the entire school year.

“Right now, it’s text-based, so a child can speak to Khanmigo, and then Khanmigo will type back to the child or the child can type to Khanmigo, and Khanmigo will type back.

“What’s important for the board and our community to know is Khanmigo will not give the child the answer. The AI tutor will use Socratic and cognitive coaching to help the child think and process and move toward the right answer on their own, but not have AI give that right answer.

“I’m sure all of you have had experience with Siri or with Alexa, but now, this is where artificial intelligence is moving for the social good of working with students, where our parents and our students will have access and they will see how this will help them in their journey, particularly if they are struggling with some of these concepts. Sometimes, math is a foreign language for kids.

“We’re very, very excited. Honestly, the lion’s share of this work is Hillary and her team working together to be one of the first school districts in Western New York to have this tool at a rate that is super affordable and at a time when some people are worried about artificial intelligence. That could be for good.”

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•John Fitzpatrick was appointed to serve as assistant superintendent for curriculum, staff development and human resources.

•The GISBA golf outing was held July 15.

“Although the weather was inclement, and we didn’t have the greatest turnout, we still raised funds that will support our students, not only in the emerging leaders’ program, but in the scholarships that GISBA gives out to students, so we were excited about that,” Graham said. “We had some wonderful sponsors who came out to support the good work of GISBA. Pinnacle Travel Staffing was one of our major sponsors, along with other companies that all came together to support our students. We thank the community and also give Jude Kuehne a gold star in putting together a great program, even though it rained quite a bit that day. A very nice time and we thank everybody for their support.”

•Mary Howard, author and sixth grade teacher at Veronica Connor Middle School, “has been presenting all over the state and in other places to talk about artificial intelligence,” Graham said. “ChatGPT came out in November of 2022 and, by March of 2023, Mary Howard had written a book about how artificial intelligence can help teachers in their daily work. She wrote a book and was published in six months and has been on the talking circuit, sharing her expertise with other educators. I share that with you because I also have been doing presentations on artificial intelligence and how it can support education.”

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“It’s the worst,” a teacher wrote recently in a Facebook chat group shared with The Post.

“No one was happy with it. The kids didn’t know wtf was happening when we used the lessons. Not to mention you get reprimanded by the superintendent’s office if you go ‘off script’ and don’t use verbatim the words in the curriculum.”

“It’s been a complete disaster,” a colleague agreed.

Another wrote simply, “SUCKS!!!”

The city Department of Education refuses to say how students at the 265 schools scored on the Algebra 1 Regents exam given on June 4.

“We do not yet have the results,” a DOE spokeswoman claimed.

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But some data leaked to The Post already suggests troubling outcomes.

Students from more than 25 schools in three Bronx districts, including some that used Illustrative Math, scored an average failing 56.5 on the exam. That fell below last year’s Bronx borough average of 61.

In one Queens district that used Illustrative Math, Regents scores dropped from last year in all but two of 25 schools, an insider told The Post. 

A passing grade is 65, which requires that students answer 35% of questions correctly.

At Forest Hills High School, 660 kids took the exam, but just 44% passed, documents show.

 The school’s average score dropped from 65 last year to 62.

“Being forced to use illustrative Math for Algebra 1 brought down my students’  average score from 69 to 64,” a teacher told The Post.

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“If my students didn’t get something, we had to move on,” the teacher said. “There was no time allotted to pull kids aside and help them catch up. They were frustrated.”

What’s worse, several skills tested on the Regents exam — rationalizing denominators, unit conversions, polynomials and sequences — are “not sufficiently covered” by Illustrative Math, according to a DOE instructional guide. That forced teachers to squeeze in those topics.

Bobson Wong, a teacher at Bayside HS in Queens and co-author of “Practical Algebra: A Self-Teaching Guide, said the curriculum offers “a lot of interesting problems and activities.”

But Wong, who did not take part in the pilot, recoils at the required uniformity:  “There seems to be little leeway for teachers to adjust the curriculum based on our students’ needs. Everyone’s got to be teaching the same lesson on the same day in the same way.”

Gary Rubenstein, a math teacher at elite Stuyvesant High School, which is exempt from the Illustrative Math mandate, says in his blog  the curriculum “is destined to flop,” largely because it assumes — wrongly — that students have already mastered the basic skills required to solve equations.

Illustrative Math is a key component of “NYC Solves,” a DOE math initiative expected to cost $34 million over five years, including professional training.

Mayor Adams and Banks announced on June 24 that all 420 NYC high schools — except six top-tier specialized schools — must adopt the curriculum this fall.

The DOE initially claimed on its website that Illustrative Math had the “endorsement” of a respected think tank, EdReports, which is funded by multiple philanthropies, including the Gates Foundation.

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Chan then contacted the DOE, which deleted the word “endorsement,” citing only a “review.”

The DOE also said the curriculum “has undergone a formal review  by a committee of NYC educators” and math specialists, but a spokeswoman would not name those on the committee or release its findings.

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