Community Math Academy

Community Math Academy is a tutoring service in Shelby, North Carolina. The organization focuses on helping students develop positive attitudes toward math, increase their math skills, and strengthen their mathematical concepts. The academy serves students ranging from rising 3rd graders to rising 8th graders, providing engaging and enriching experiences through hands-on activities.

Founded in 2008, this 501(c)(3) organization operates as a grassroots initiative to improve classroom performance and support the Close the Gap Initiative for Cleveland County students. The academy holds programs for three weeks during the summer and is staffed by certified teachers and principals. The academy's mission is to educate children with sound mathematical principles to empower them as lifelong learners, utilizing community partnerships with families, educators, businesses, and churches to ensure students receive rigorous academic instruction.

The academy is located on W Marion St, situated near Turning Point Academy and a short drive from the Shelby Police Department, Ezra Bridges Park, and the Cleveland County Chamber of Commerce.

The Community Math Academy is recognized for its commitment to advancing student learning through community engagement. The organization has a history of serving more than 2,000 Cleveland County students and maintains strong ties to local community leaders and organizations.

The Community Math Academy provides essential math skill development and academic empowerment for students throughout Shelby.