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Title I funding plays a vital role in supporting schools that serve a high proportion of economically disadvantaged students. This federal initiative aims to provide equitable educational opportunities and close achievement gaps. Below, we outline the goals of Title I funding, its uses, restrictions, and some innovative practices…

Reading is the cornerstone of learning, yet it remains one of the most challenging skills for students to master. For educators, supporting struggling readers while advancing others requires thoughtful, data-driven strategies. This guide explores practical reading intervention techniques designed to meet students where they are and help them…

The middle of the school year is a pivotal checkpoint for teachers and students alike. Benchmark assessments, when leveraged effectively, provide actionable insights that can transform instructional planning and set the stage for end-of-year success. We’re here to show you how to harness this mid-year data to generate…

KPIs in Education: The What, How, and Why Data has become the foundation of meaningful progress in education, guiding decisions that improve student learning and strengthen schools. At its core, success starts with understanding Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)—the measurable milestones that help teachers and administrators focus…

The Power of RTI: Empowering Every Student to Succeed Response to Intervention (RTI) has transformed how schools address diverse learning needs, making it a cornerstone strategy for educators and administrators alike. RTI’s structured, multi-tiered approach not only identifies and supports students struggling academically or behaviorally but also enhances…

Data-Driven Culture & Instruction for Teachers and School Administrators Written by Jehan-Ara. Jehan-Ara is a former English teacher and student advocate with extensive experience supporting diverse learners with diverse needs. She has worked with the School District of Philadelphia, DC Public Schools, and the U.S. Department of Education, where she…

This guide provides valuable strategies for Instructional Leaders who want to use data to inform and enhance educational practices, strengthen leadership skills, and empower school communities with data-driven insights. By closely examining data, educators and administrators can identify trends, strengths, and areas for improvement.

Progress Learning Wrapped 2024: What a Year! In 2024, our teachers and students shared over 17 million hours of learning, answered nearly 876 million questions, and celebrated 173 million logins, making it a year of incredible growth and achievement—here’s to even more learning in 2025! 🎉  …

The Difference Between Formative and Summative Assessments in the Classroom Assessments are typically classified into two categories: formative and summative. Both play an essential role in evaluating and supporting students, but they serve different purposes and occur at different times. Understanding the differences between the two can help…