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Letters to the circle
Extracts from letters written to the circle by the families of its pupils, and by pupils themselves. Each letter may be read in full. Letters are written only after a pupil has studied in the circle for at least a year, or, since 2025, for at least two.
From families¶
“Yaashaa taught mathematics in its purest form, emphasizing rigorous reasoning, logical deduction, and creative insight.”
“…we must entrust our child’s future to their guidance.”
“…constructing student-led proofs through a series of hints, definitions, and motivating examples.”
“My son, Tommy, thoroughly enjoys each session, despite the high complexity of the theoretical mathematics presented.”
“He urges students to push themselves and find new limits in their thoughts and capabilities.”
“Director Golovanov teaches mathematics for its own sake—with genuine enjoyment, patience, and a level of care that is increasingly rare.”
From pupils¶
“If I had to describe AMMOC in three words, it would be ‘hard,’ ‘autonomous,’ and ‘demanding.’”
“Mathematics is no longer just a subject; it is something I genuinely enjoy exploring.”
“AMMOC had completely shattered my lasting fear.”
“I am grateful that I have learned and researched abstract algebra & mathematical analysis and achieved so much under your guidance…”
The circle has also received letters from the admissions offices of the University of Chicago and the California Institute of Technology.