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Every educator knows that student success doesn’t happen by accident—it requires intentional support, especially for those who are struggling. Intervention is one of the most powerful tools schools have to close learning gaps, improve test scores, and support long-term academic growth. But securing funding for intervention can…

Whether you’re looking to sharpen your teaching skills, explore cutting-edge educational technology, or connect with fellow educators across the country, 2026 offers an impressive lineup of professional development opportunities. From intimate workshops to massive conventions, these conferences cater to every role in K-12 education—from classroom teachers to administrators,…

As digital testing becomes the norm across the country, a new kind of learning gap is emerging—not based on academic knowledge, but on digital fluency. In classrooms everywhere, students are being asked to demonstrate mastery of state standards through online assessments. But what happens when a student…

Budget season often brings tough conversations. ESSER funds have expired. Title I allocations are stretched thin. Local budgets are tighter than ever. And yet, the need for high-quality instructional tools hasn’t gone away—if anything, it’s more pressing than ever. Across the…

After months of political back-and-forth, Michigan’s education budget for the 2025–26 school year is finally signed. Typically finalized by July 1 to align with the K–12 fiscal year, this year’s budget wasn’t passed until October. The delay forced districts to start the school year with placeholder budgets…

District Overview Location: Paulding County, Georgia (northwest metro Atlanta) District Size: 34 schools serving approximately 31,000+ students 5 high schools  10 middle schools 19 elementary schools District Profile: 13th largest school district in the…

As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on how teachers and students across the country used Progress Learning to drive meaningful growth, monitor progress, and keep standards at the center of instruction. Every login, question, and assignment represents hard work and a step…

Free Guide: Preparing for TEIs in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania schools are navigating big changes in state testing. With all PSSA and Keystone exams going fully digital by 2026, educators are now responsible for preparing students for more than just content—they must build digital fluency and confidence with…

Middle of Year (MOY) testing is more than a midyear milestone. It is a strategic moment where assessment and instruction intersect to impact end-of-year outcomes. In our recent webinar, Maximizing MOY Testing & TEIs to Drive Standards Mastery, Dr. Sandra Markowitz…