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Office of Mathematics Improvement credits coaching model as most supported schools show ACAP growth
Summary
The Office of Mathematics Improvement told the board that 88% of 'full support' schools improved ACAP scores in 2024'25 and described a coaching and data-driven support model for schools in the bottom 25% statewide.
The Alabama Office of Mathematics Improvement (OMI) briefed board members on a coaching-centered support model it said has delivered measurable gains in elementary math in 2024'25.
An OMI presenter told the State Board work session that among schools designated for the most intensive supports, 88% showed improved ACAP results for grades 3'5 this school year. The office attributed progress to a mix of building-based math coaches, regional coordinators, data-driven coaching cycles and protected instructional time.
"Full support schools receive support from a regional coordinator every week," the presenter said, describing OMI's tiered approach. The office said limited-support schools receive less frequent visits. Presenters described coaches' roles: co-planning lessons, modeling instruction, running pre/post assessments and leading follow-up coaching cycles with teachers.
Scope and statistics: Presenters said the department tracks roughly 840 schools in the program's grades and that OMI is responsible for the bottom 25% (approximately 210 schools); the bottom 6% (about 50 schools) receive the most intensive, "full support" services. The office said it will provide board members with more granular breakdowns and school-level data on request.
Implementation challenges: Staff and board members discussed barriers that limit gains in some schools, including high staff turnover, uncertified or emergency-certified teachers in struggling schools, and community-level factors. Presenters said coaching works best when teachers view coaches as partners, not as evaluators.
Next steps: OMI staff said they will share requested category-level data with board members and continue monthly presentations to show progress and program refinements.
