Math Kangaroo 2026 Spring Seminar for Teachers

Math Kangaroo Package Delivery – Important Information

Math Kangaroo packages are arriving this month and include materials for both students and center managers. Shipments will take place between February 10 and February 28. If you do not receive a package by March 5, please contact us immediately.

Important to do:

1. Address Updates: If you changed your address after February 1, contact us immediately.

2. Tracking: Track your package as soon as you receive the notification email.

3. Check & Confirm: Upon receiving the package, open it, count and verify all items, and complete the confirmation form right away.

Student items include:

• Paper booklets (paper test centers only)

• Pencils

• Participation ribbons

• Math Kangaroo wooden puzzles

Manager items include:

• T-shirt (based on the previously completed form)

• Poster rolled in a tube

• Insulated water bottle — a Math Kangaroo gift for the main center manager 

Please check your package upon arrival and make sure all items match the student roster in the Manager Portal.

Complete the confirmation FORM as soon as you receive the package and no later than March 5.

Important to do this month (if you have not done so yet)

Please send a welcome email to your students. Sample emails are provided, but be sure to download them and customize with accurate information before sending.

• In-Person Paper Test: Sample welcome email from a manager to students

• Online Test: Sample welcome email from a manager to students

📢 Paper Test Centers: Answer Sheet Guidelines Webinar

Get ready for Kangaroo Day! This webinar covers answer sheets, event logistics, center responsibilities, and the new Math Kangaroo Scantron platform.

Presenter: Amanda Montanez

Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Time: 9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. EST (Please convert to your local time)

Missed the Competition Logistics session for online or in-person managers? 

Watch the recording and stay up to date, and review key information.

In-Person Center Managers:

•  In-person Session Slides: Link

•  In-person Session Recording: Link

• Online Session Slides: Link

• Online Session Recording: Link

Mock Test for Online Centers

Online center managers can request to set up a mock test by emailing magda@mathkangaroo.org.

Important Notes:

• The mock test is grouped by grade pairs (Grades 1–2, 3–4, 5–6, etc.), whereas the official competition is by individual grade.

• The test includes 10 questions and takes about 15–20 minutes.

• Students log in using their parents’ credentials. For the official competition, separate student (pseudo) credentials will be provided.

• The mock test does not need to be proctored on a specific date or time.

• It is designed as a flexible, low-pressure practice opportunity to help students become familiar with the exam format and online platform. It may be completed at any time that works best for your center or students.

Preparing for the Future: Math Kangaroo x Turing

Math has always been the language of logic, but today, it is also the language of Artificial Intelligence. To help our students stay ahead of the curve, Math Kangaroo is thrilled to partner with Turing to bring Kangaroo students new AI-powered resources that go beyond the textbook. More details in the next email in March. 

Share this LinkedIn announcement on your page and social media. 

Would You Like to Volunteer with Math Kangaroo?

Math Kangaroo works with dedicated state directors, and we are always happy to welcome additional managers who want to help spread a love of learning mathematics.

If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Lucia, our Math Kangaroo State Director Coordinator, at lucia@mathkangaroo.org. 

Next State Directors meeting this Saturday, Feb 7 at 10 a.m. EST