RSM - Buffalo Grove / Wheeling

10/12/2026

We get a lot of questions about our curriculum and how it was developed! Take a look at our answer to the question we’ve been hearing for 30 years: “Where does the RSM curriculum come from?”

10/09/2026

RSM has been voted one of the Top 3 Best Supplemental Learning Programs as part of Newsweek's Reader's Choice Awards 2026! Thank you to our amazing families - your support and continued trust mean the world to us.

https://www.newsweek.com/readerschoice/best-supplemental-learning-2026?fbclid=IwY2xjawU2GulleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAWJyaWQRMWlXdDgxTEFaREd6M0IxcmNzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEesVxnZE5fNZVSVQ7uXZyWR70IAhfloK9-V_uiiSowx6agM2DG8uLW2KbJ1ow_aem_X3DpSlHhH6cdl7fjiMUrHA

10/01/2026

Registration is officially open for the International Math Contest (IMC)! 😎🎉

IMC offers students a unique opportunity to showcase their math skills in a dynamic and engaging competition setting. Developed by experienced math professionals from the Russian School of Mathematics (RSM), the competition features thought-provoking problems based on leading math curricula from around the world!

Open to students in grades 1–8, IMC will be held in person at RSM branches on February 2nd, 2027.

Visit contest.rsmfoundation.org to sign up today!

09/28/2026

We are excited to share some wonderful news from the RSM community. This week, FOX 5 New York visited RSM Manhattan for a segment exploring the question, “What is Russian math?”

The story offers a glimpse into why so many families choose to make math part of their children’s after-school activities and highlights an idea at the heart of RSM’s approach: math education is not simply about formulas and correct answers. It helps children develop reasoning, problem-solving skills, and confidence in how they think.

One comparison in the segment especially resonated with us: just as children participate in sports to exercise and strengthen their bodies, mathematics gives them an opportunity to exercise and strengthen their minds.

We are proud to see the work happening across RSM recognized in this way and thought our families would enjoy seeing the story as well. Thank you for your continued trust in RSM and for allowing us to be part of your child’s educational journey.

Watch the 3-minute FOX 5 segment here: https://youtu.be/5zCJZqeW4tY?si=aTxtNWSyxYs-oP2

Some children are taking "Russian math" after school as an extracur...

09/24/2026

We can't believe it has already been a month of classes here at RSM Buffalo Grove! We are reminiscing on the start of the year with some pictures from our Meet the Teacher event.

We are so glad to be your teachers! Here's to another fantastic month 💙🙌

09/22/2026

The International Math Contest, or IMC, is open for early-bird registration on October 1st!

Developed by experienced math professionals from the Russian School of Mathematics (RSM), the IMC emphasizes problem-solving and logical reasoning. The competition features thought-provoking problems based on leading math curricula from around the world, allowing contestants to benchmark their knowledge against international standards.

Open to students in grades 1–8, the International Math Contest (IMC) will be held in person at RSM branches on February 2nd, 2027.

09/18/2026

One of our goals at RSM is to instill in our students a mathematical mindset. This means helping our students develop:

- The ability to reason
- The ability to navigate the abstract
- A strong intellectual character, built from persisting through challenging problems

A mathematical mindset not only results in strong math skills, but also self-assured students. Students who are repeatedly shown that their reasoning, understanding, and taste for persistence give them the confidence to solve extremely challenging concepts.

To learn more, schedule a free math evaluation: mathschool.com

09/15/2026

Classes are still enrolling for the Fall semester! Schedule your evaluation today at www.mathschool.com/buffalogrove 💙

05/22/2026

What an unforgettable way to close out the school year! On Sunday, we were thrilled to welcome nearly 350 RSM families to our Year-End Awards Ceremony and Celebration.

From recognizing our students’ hard work and accomplishments to seeing families, teachers, and friends come together in celebration, the event was a meaningful reminder of what makes the RSM community so special.

Congratulations to all of our students and families on this special milestone. We wish you continued success and bright futures ahead!

05/10/2026

Today we celebrate the women who inspire confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning every day. Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms in the RSM community!

From encouraging curiosity to building confidence, moms play a powerful role in every child’s learning journey, both in and beyond the classroom. This Mother’s Day, we asked a few RSM students and alumni to share their perspective on their moms, who also happen to be teachers and leaders at RSM.

Happy Mother's Day!

Read more in our blog post: mathschool.com/blog/news-and-events/the-first-teacher-a-mother-s-influence-through-rsm-students-eyes