Me & My Math Mentor
Once a week. A lifetime of difference.
Through engaging gameplay centered on addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, students develop essential math skills and build confidence—all while having fun!
We collaborate with schools, partner organizations, and mentors to establish Math Mentor sites across Tulsa. We provide the necessary supplies, training, and logistical support to ensure these sites are equipped to inspire and educate students.
228
Students
80
Mentors
13
School Sites
+1.5
Days per Year Attendance Increase
+35%
Greater Proficiency on State Assessments
Partner Sites
Open to Volunteers:
- Boevers Elementary | Thursdays, 12:45-1:15 PM
- Burroughs Elementary | Tuesdays, 2:30-3:00 PM
- Cedar Ridge Elementary | Mondays, 3:15-4:00 PM
- Darnaby Elementary | Mondays, 3:15-4:00 PM
- Lindbergh Elementary | Wednesdays, 3:15-4:00 PM
- Mayo Demonstration Academy | Mondays, 2:00-2:45 PM
- Moore Elementary | Wednesdays, 12:50-1:20 PM
- Sequoyah Elementary | Tuesdays, 3:15-4:00 PM
Collaborating Organizations:
- Ellen Ochoa Elementary, in collaboration with John ZinkÂ
- Kendall-Whittier Elementary, in collaboration with The University of TulsaÂ
- Key Elementary, in collaboration with GarverÂ
- McClure Elementary, in collaboration with the Youth at Heart Program & Hyde Park Neighborhood AssociationÂ
- Rosa Parks Elementary, in collaboration with QuikTripÂ
Why It Works
Program Structure
Out-of-School Time Setting
The sessions for Me & My Math Mentor occur before school, during lunch, and after school, ensuring students don’t miss out on other learning experiences while making meaningful connections to reinforce the math skills they’re learning in school.
Game-Based
In an informal and low-pressure learning environment, children engage in enjoyable math-based games with their peers, fostering motivation through a student-to-mentor ratio of 4:1. This relaxed setting, with its emphasis on fun activities and small group interactions, reduces anxiety and sparks enthusiasm for math.
Mentorship
Our mentors are STEM professionals and community volunteers, allowing students to connect with relatable adults and challenge STEM stereotypes. The small group setting provides personalized adult attention, fostering a sense of belonging and inspiration to pursue STEM fields that large classrooms often lack.
Program Benefits
Our Me & My Math Mentor program offers numerous benefits that help students thrive, including:
Improved Math Fluency
M4 participants demonstrate accelerated academic growth, outpacing their peers on Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) assessments, which evaluate instructional levels and learning gains over time.
Increased Self-Confidence
Pre- and post-program surveys show that by engaging in interactive activities and seeing tangible results of their efforts, students gain a heightened sense of ownership, accomplishment, and self-confidence, reinforcing their belief in their ability to learn and excel.
Reduced Absenteeism
Participating schools observe a remarkable impact on student attendance, with M4 participants exhibiting a higher likelihood of being present on program days, and the program’s positive influence extends further, contributing to a notable reduction in overall absenteeism throughout the year.
Stronger Relationships
Participants report stronger relationships with both adult mentors and peers, as evidenced by pre- and post-program surveys highlighting a sense of community fostered through regular interactions and collaborative learning activities.
Benefits Beyond Math Proficiency
While building a strong foundation in mathematical concepts is a core objective, Me & My Math Mentor (M4) offers a holistic experience that extends far beyond just enhancing math proficiency. Through personalized mentorship from passionate STEM professionals, students gain invaluable life skills that transcend the classroom.
Games & Resources
The M4 Cart is equipped with approximately 20 board games that are standards-aligned for 3rd grade. Mentors will be trained on strategies they can use to support students while playing the games and giving guidance on what topics to cover throughout the year that best align with what students are learning in the classroom.
Addition & Subtraction:
Fractions & Place Value:
Get Involved
Schools
Collaborators
Volunteers
For questions, reach out to: Abigail Vensel, Project Manager