My Math Academy Impact on Early Mathematics Learning

This report is a research brief that evaluates the implementation of My Math Academy in the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District for kindergarten through second grade during the 2022-2023 academic year. The study aims to assess the program's effectiveness in enhancing math skills among students. It compares the performance of students who utilized My Math Academy with those who did not, using the NWEA Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) as a measurement tool. The findings indicate that students who engaged with the program showed statistically significant improvements in their MAP scores, with kindergarten and first grade students mastering at least 30 learning units achieving notably higher scores. Additionally, second graders who mastered at least 15 operations learning units also demonstrated significant gains. The report includes feedback from educators, all of whom expressed a desire to continue using My Math Academy, noting its positive impact on students' confidence and enjoyment in learning math. Overall, the study reinforces the program's effectiveness in early mathematics education.