Terms of Use

These terms describe expectations for using AMS Foundation public website content and program information.

Effective Date

1/12/2026

Agreement

Welcome to the website of the Advanced Mathematics and Science Foundation ("AMS Foundation," "we," "our," or "us"). By accessing or using our website, programs, competitions, or services, you agree to these Terms of Use.

If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use our website or services.

Purpose of the Website

The AMS Foundation website is intended for students, parents or guardians, educators, partner schools, and supporters.

  • Share information about our mission, programs, and competitions
  • Facilitate school partnerships and student participation
  • Accept donations and provide educational resources

Eligibility and Participation

Participation in AMS Foundation competitions and programs may be subject to eligibility criteria, registration deadlines, and program-specific rules. Schools are responsible for ensuring participation complies with applicable school policies and parental consent requirements.

  • Eligibility criteria such as grade level or school membership
  • Registration deadlines
  • Program-specific rules and guidelines

Acceptable Use

You agree to use our website and services only for lawful and appropriate purposes.

  • Do not misrepresent your identity or affiliation
  • Do not attempt to gain unauthorized access to systems or data
  • Do not interfere with website operation or security
  • Do not distribute harmful, misleading, or unlawful content

Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, problem sets, and materials, is the property of AMS Foundation or its licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or modify content without prior written permission, except for personal, non-commercial educational use.

Competition Materials and Results

Competition questions, formats, scoring methodologies, and results are determined solely by AMS Foundation.

  • AMS Foundation may modify competition rules or schedules.
  • AMS Foundation may disqualify participants for violations of integrity or fairness.
  • AMS Foundation may publish aggregate or anonymized results for educational or promotional purposes.

Donations and Payments

All donations made through our website are voluntary and non-refundable unless otherwise stated. AMS Foundation makes reasonable efforts to ensure secure payment processing but does not store full credit card or banking information on its servers.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites for convenience or reference. AMS Foundation is not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of those external sites.

Disclaimer of Warranties

The website and its content are provided as is without warranties of any kind. While we strive for accuracy, AMS Foundation does not guarantee that all information is complete or error-free.

Limitation of Liability

To the extent permitted by law, AMS Foundation shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of our website or participation in our programs.

Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the United States and the State of Maryland, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

Contact

Questions about these Terms of Use may be sent to info@advmathsci.org.