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The Alabama State Department of Education recently released the latest ACAP reading scores for 2nd and 3rd grade students—and for the first time, they reflect newly raised cut scores. These updated benchmarks, part of the 2024–2025 and 2025–2026 school years, are…

In June 2025, Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 2 (HB 2) into law, committing $8.5 billion in new funding to public schools and $4 billion for teacher and support staff pay raises. It’s a substantial investment aimed at strengthening the educator pipeline, expanding student support services, and…

How to Turn Reading Insights into Real Impact Reading assessment data is only as powerful as what you do with it. In a recent Progress Learning webinar, Sophia G. Brown, M.Ed.—a Dyslexia Therapist, literacy scholar, and equity advocate—challenged educators to move…

Each spring, STAAR® scores provide a statewide snapshot of how students are progressing and where additional support may be needed. With the redesigned STAAR® now in its second year, the 2025 results help us understand not only how students are recovering post-pandemic, but also how they’re adjusting to…

In the world of education accountability, standardized test scores carry weight. They inform funding decisions, influence public perception, and more importantly, serve as a critical measure of how well schools are serving their students. But while districts and schools are swimming in data, the path from…

South Plantation High School in Broward County, Florida, is redefining what’s possible with focused instruction, high expectations, and data-driven support. In just one semester, the school saw double-digit proficiency gains in two state-tested subjects—Biology and English Language Arts (ELA)—by implementing Progress Learning in…

In today’s science classrooms, engagement isn’t just a buzzword—it’s the difference between students memorizing facts and truly understanding the world around them. That’s why educators like Dr. Suneetha Panda, Science Department Chair at Central High School in…

AI in Education: Why It’s No Longer Optional AI is already reshaping how we live, work, and learn, and that includes your classroom. Whether you’re ready to dive in or still have questions, one thing is certain: your students are using AI. Other educators are, too. The good…

Why Is Networking Important in Education? No matter your role—classroom teacher, instructional specialist, or school leader—the demands of education can feel overwhelming. As formats for teaching shift and career paths diversify, professional networking has become essential for growth and support. Educators benefit from having trusted peers…