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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…

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…

Texas is about to experience its most significant change in student assessment in over a decade. With the signing of House Bill 8 (HB 8) into law in September 2025, STAAR® testing in grades 3–8 will be phased out and replaced with a new three-window assessment system starting…

Across Texas, school leaders are searching for ways to both boost student achievement and bring in sustainable funding to support their college, career, and military readiness (CCMR) initiatives. One of the most strategic opportunities available is the CCMR Outcomes Bonus (OB) funding provided by the Texas Education Agency…

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…

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…

Hillcrest Elementary in Nederland ISD, Texas, is making headlines for its standout academic performance and commitment to student growth. As one of only two elementary schools in their region to earn an “A” rating on the…

How Progress Learning Transformed Student Engagement and Growth Achziger Elementary, part of Mesquite ISD in Texas, serves a diverse student population and is committed to closing learning gaps and boosting engagement—especially among students who qualify for…

Midlothian ISD, a forward-thinking district in north Texas, is committed to providing high-quality instruction that empowers students to meet academic goals and excel on high-stakes assessments. Facing challenges like learning gaps, summer school acceleration, and the need for real-time progress tracking, the district…