ADVANCING STUDENT LEARNING THROUGH COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Community
Math Academy
I AM! I CAN! I WILL!
PURPOSE
The purpose of the Community Math Academy is to help students develop a positive attitude toward math, increase their math skills and strengthen their math concepts
MISSION
Our mission is to educate children with sound mathematical principles which will advance their skills and empower them to be lifelong learners. We exist to foster community partnerships with families and educators in which student success is paramount and each child is empowered to know, "I AM, I CAN, I WILL."
See What Happened at
Math Academy 2025
Donations
In May 2025, Hospice Cleveland generously contributed to the Community Math Academy, helping support our mission to empower young minds. We are deeply grateful for their support!
Emily Arey and Brad Cornwell, President of Shelby Rotary delivered student & teacher supplies to Community Math Academy Executive Director, Tropzie Mc Cluney
Student Fellows Joseph JAmes & Sabrina Howell sorting supplies donated by Shelby Rotary.
Community Math Academy received a Foothills Farmers Market Grant. Left to right, Tropzie McCluney, Executive Director, Ron McCollum, Foothills Board member, Larry Corry, CMA Board Chair
COMMUNITY MATH ACADEMY HIGH RISERS VIRTUAL SATURDAY ACADEMY ENROLMENT OPENS SEPTEMBER 1, 2025!
We are excited to announce that enrollment for HIGH RISERS VIRTUAL SATURDAY ACADEMY will begin on September 1, 2025. Applications will be available at Cleveland County Schools for students in grades 3rd–6th.
Take advantage of this phenomenal opportunity.
Welcome to the Community Math Academy!
We’re delighted to have you explore our program. The academy is dedicated to providing engaging and enriching experiences that inspire young learners. If you have the opportunity, we encourage you to visit one of our many locations during our Summer Academy, where students in rising grades 3–9 participate in exciting, hands-on activities designed to strengthen their math skills and critical thinking.
Our work is made possible through strong partnerships with businesses, community organizations, churches, education leaders, and policy makers who share our commitment to ensuring that students receive rigorous academic instruction alongside essential life skills. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to excel and face the future with confidence.
As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, we welcome your support! If you have any questions or would like to contribute through volunteering or financial donations, please feel free to contact us. Together, we can make a lasting impact.
Sincerely,
Tropzie McCluney
Executive Director, Community Math Academy
SIGNATURE PROGRAMS
BRIGHT SCHOLARS
Grades 3 - 6
A three-week math intervention program.
STEP AHEAD ADVANCED MATH
Grades 7 - 9
A three-week Advanced Math session.
BRIGHT SCHOLARS
Grades 3 - 6
A three-week math intervention program.
MATH ACADEMY SITES
2025
Testimonials
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"I had fun in the Community Math Academy. I met my goal wiht my multiplications. I know them in two minutes."
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"Our collective commitment to the Math Academy is helping our children learn, grow and succeed."
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"Now, I actually like math. I will do my best when I return to school and will listen to my teacher. I will study for my math tests so my brain is like a machine to me at school."
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"Students can use math as a brain sharpening tool that builds a foundation for a great career and build their self-confidence."