Math that Makes Sense--And a Skill that LastsThe ChallengeSchools struggle to improve Grade 5 math performance without increasing instructional time or overburdening teachers. At the same time, TEKS Technology Applications are frequently treated as separate or secondary, competing for already-limited instructional time. Direct Data Decisions Solution: TEKS-aligned, spreadsheet-based instructional resources that integrate Microsoft Excel or similar tools directly into Grade 5 mathematics instruct