First In Math Success Stories

First In Math Success Stories

Determination, Effort and First In May Pay Off for Maryland Student
Harleigh is a winner in many ways, but school has sometimes been difficult. She reads a whole grade behind and has mild hearing loss. First In Math has done wonderful things for Harleigh. It helped motivate her. She learned all her math facts, taught herself division, negative and positive numbers, and weight.


Bethlehem Area SD Creates Math Achievement Record With First In Math Online Program
Third graders from the Bethlehem Area School District (BASD) set a record in math achievement using the First In Math Online Program. (2017 - PDF)

2016-17 SRI evaluation conducted to assess FIM’s ability to improve fact fluency
Conclusion: “FIM moves the needle on student academic achievement.” Data show 90% probability of test score improvement by at least 50 points when used 20 minutes/week. (2017 - PDF) Related article.

FIM Contributes to Blue Ribbon Success for Two Phila. Schools
Focuses on Hill Freedman and Pollock "Blue Ribbon" schools; suggests that schools with high FIM participation see greater increases in math proficiency. (2007 - PDF) 

First In Math Contributes to Spectacular Success for Fitler Academics Plus
For schools that require a research basis for purchases, this article may be helpful. (2007 - PDF) 

Pollock ES Named Recipient of No Child Left Behind Blue Ribbon Award
For schools that require a research basis for purchases, this article may be helpful. (2007 - PDF) 

FIM Double Digit Increases in Pennsylvania
For schools that require a research basis for purchases, this handout may be helpful. (2007 - PDF) 

Philadelphia Archdiocese Finds Success With "First In Math" Pilot Program
For schools that require a research basis for purchases, this article may be helpful. (2007 - PDF)