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About Wise Zebra

A Michigan math & STEM academy built around careful practice and strong reasoning.

Wise Zebra Michigan Academy is based in Okemos, Michigan and focuses on strong math foundations, advanced problem solving, structured practice, and coding programs in development.

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Mission

We want students to feel capable when facing hard problems.

Our goal is to help children build real skill, not just short-term performance. Students learn to practice carefully, notice structure, explain their thinking, and recover from mistakes with better strategy. Over time, that kind of work can build confidence that is useful far beyond one class or one contest.

Our team

A small team combining advanced math coaching, coding education, student-centered teaching, and program technology.

Families work with a team that cares about both academic challenge and the student's learning experience. We want students to understand the logic behind their work, not simply chase answers.

Dr. Ma

ADVANCED MATH & COMPETITION TRAINING

Dr. Ma

PhD | MBA

Dr. Ma focuses on math competition training and advanced-level courses. She helps students build strong problem-solving skills, understand the reasoning behind each solution, and gain confidence with more challenging problems.

Ms. Wang

EDUCATION PLANNING & CODING

Ms. Wang

PhD Candidate in Computer Science | Master's in Computer Science

Ms. Wang works closely with elementary students and understands how young learners build confidence. She helps make math and coding clear, engaging, and easier to follow while strengthening foundational skills.

Ms. Zhao

TECHNICAL MANAGER

Ms. Zhao

MBA | M.S. Computer Science

Ms. Zhao supports Wise Zebra's website, online systems, content, branding, and education technology planning.

Curriculum

Our curriculum is built for steady growth and deeper reasoning.

Wise Zebra lessons are developed around careful sequencing, meaningful practice, and clear explanation. Readiness, class goals, and student work help guide placement and instruction.

Foundational fluency Structured problem solving Readiness-based placement Written reasoning Competition habits Consistent practice Long-term STEM growth

How Wise Zebra teaches

Students practice independently, then correct carefully.

  1. 01

    Students work independently first

    We want students to attempt problems before receiving help, so instruction starts from real evidence.

  2. 02

    Mistakes are corrected carefully

    Missed problems are reviewed so students can understand the reasoning, not just the answer.

  3. 03

    Placement is readiness-based

    Students are placed by readiness, not only school grade, so the starting point is more appropriate.

  4. 04

    Advanced students receive more challenging work

    Students who are ready work on multi-step reasoning, written solutions, and competition-style habits.

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