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If you’re a parent or educator of young children, you’ve probably felt that familiar twist of concern watching a kindergartener tap away at a tablet or sit in front of a computer screen. The worry is real, and it’s valid. We’ve all seen the research about excessive screen…

On March 18, 2025, Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed the Arkansas ACCESS Act (Act 341) into law. This legislation introduces a comprehensive set of reforms aimed at improving college and career readiness for Arkansas students. While the bill primarily targets…

The middle of the school year is one of the most powerful checkpoints in K–12 education. It’s that rare moment when we can hit pause, take stock of what’s working, and chart a more focused path forward. But let’s be honest: by this point in the…

As educators and district leaders work tirelessly to support students, securing the right funding can make all the difference. With ongoing uncertainty around education budgets, including the potential for federal funding freezes, it’s more important than ever to understand the funding options available and how to access them.

At the end of a long week, sometimes all a teacher needs is a good cup of coffee and some time to talk shop with people who truly get it. That’s the spirit behind Progress Learning’s Ambassador Coffee & Curriculum series, and our November session did…

The wait is over. After months of rigorous review, Progress Learning has officially been approved by the Texas State Board of Education (SBOE) through the Instructional Materials Review and Approval (IMRA) process for Supplemental Mathematics grades 3-8, Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry – with exceptional scores across…

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has reached resolution on a long‑delayed budget. On November 12, 2025, Gov. Josh Shapiro signed the FY 2025‑26 budget into law, a balanced plan of about $50.1 billion. For K‑12 schools and districts in Pennsylvania, the…

Arkansas is implementing major changes to third grade reading requirements beginning in the 2025 to 2026 school year. These updates will affect promotion decisions, intervention planning, and how schools support early literacy at every grade level. The goal is simple but significant: ensure all students can read…

A major shift is underway in Texas education. STAAR®, the state’s long-standing accountability test, is being replaced by the new Student Success Tool (SST). With the passage of House Bill 8, educators across the state are preparing for this transition, which brings significant…