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Client:

JW North High School in Riverside, CA

Algebra Readiness Master Student – Math Football League
(ARMS – MFL)

After-School Services

Educator Coaching

Professional Development Training Services

improved math proficiency by 26.38% in ONE YEAR

In 2018-19 we coached the algebra teachers and performed direct instruction with the African American students on Saturdays. The results were amazing. African American students improved their math proficiency 26.38% in ONE YEAR.
Why the client called us:
What we did:

Before

56.6%

Standards NOT met for Math

7.55%

Standards met for Math

0%

Met or Exceeded Standard for Math

After

41%

Standards NOT met for Math

33.93%

Standards met for Math

8.93%

Met or Exceeded Standard for Math

Hear the Principal Talk About the Results

Listen to Ben Nakamura, then principal of John W. North High School, talk about the incredible growth of his African-American students in mathematics. The students received Algebra Readiness Master Student – Math Football League (ARMS – MFL) after-school sessions on Saturdays.
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Client:

Long Beach Unified School District
LBUSD

Algebra Readiness Master Student – Math Football League
(ARMS – MFL)

After-School Services

90%+ attended post secondary institutions

From 2014 to 2017 Cultivating Hope provided direct services to African American students at Jordan High School throughout the entire school year (Long Beach Unified School District) to become proficient in math and science. In the summer, we staffed and created programming for a 2 week intensive residential camp at Cal State Long Beach. Results: 85% increased GPA. 100% high school graduation rate. 90%+ attended post secondary institutions.
Why the client called us:
What we did:

After

85%

Increased GPA

100%

High school graduation rate

90%+

attended post secondary institutions

Client:

Los Angeles Unified School District
LAUSD

Algebra Readiness Master Student – Math Football League
(ARMS – MFL)

After-School Services

increase in math skill levels/testing for consistent participants

Cultivating Hope coached students at Hamilton High School, Fairfax High School and Johnnie Cochran Middle School during the 2nd semester in 2023-24 school year as a part the Black Student Achievement Plan’s to increase mathematical competency for African American students. In 4 months, LAUSD reports increase in math skill levels/testing for consistent Math Football League participants. At the middle school, we provided in-class support for 60 students during a double block.
Why the client called us:
What we did:
school counselor testimonial

The Math Football League is an exceptional service that I recommend all schools take advantage of. Their unique and innovative style of teaching mathematics keeps students engaged and makes them want to learn. With that said, my students are eager for them to make their return to our campus. Thank you Cultivating Hope for helping our students realize that they can excel in mathematics.

Jade Campbell
Black Student Achievement Plan (BSAP) Counselor
Alexander Hamilton High School

Testimonials

educator testimonial

Cultivating Hope's Math Football League has been a fantastic resource for high school students, offering personalized support and boosting confidence in math. Students improved their understanding of complex topics, strengthened their problem-solving skills, and improved their grades. Tutors were patient, knowledgeable, and dedicated to helping students reach their full potential. The Math Football League is a great asset to both struggling math learners and those looking to excel in mathematics.

Desmond Hall
BSAP Academic Counselor
Fairfax High School
Student testimonial

My favorite part about the math football league is when we used to sit in a circle. We used to have a talking piece and we do a check-in... Coach would ask us how we felt and we'd say we felt good, we felt great... That was my favorite part...

Caleb Perkins
5th grade
Algebra Readiness – MFL Student
Student testimonial

... because I was struggling in math class...
going to the class it helped me in more than one way, it helped me with teamwork, communication, how to execute problems, and work with people that I've never met before.

Lucas Johnson
11th grade
Algebra Readiness – MFL Student
Mrs Perkins Parent. Algebra Readiness - Math Football League
parent testimonial

After he came home the second Saturday, I was like, this boy can really like... he didn't have a fear [of math]. I was like what is this? [referring to math problem] but he was like, "Oh we know how to do a few of them... That's what he taught us. We learned to trust him, you know. That's hard for parent to do..."

Mrs. Perkins
Parent of 5th grader
Algebra Readiness – MFL Student
Mr Perkins Parent. Algebra Readiness - Math Football League
parent testimonial

Before the Math Football league, he was really shy, timid towards getting into problem solving. As he got into it, I watched his confidence level grow... I watched him work through problems instead of "Oh, I don't know that", he would actually say, "OK" and start breaking things down [math problems] ...

Mr. Perkins
Parent of 5th grader
Algebra Readiness – MFL Student

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