{"id":19174,"date":"2025-11-21T17:38:16","date_gmt":"2025-11-21T22:38:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/progresslearning.com\/?p=19174"},"modified":"2025-11-23T09:57:37","modified_gmt":"2025-11-23T14:57:37","slug":"progress-learning-texas-sboe-imra-approval","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/progresslearning.com\/news-blog\/progress-learning-texas-sboe-imra-approval\/","title":{"rendered":"Progress Learning Achieves Top Scores in Texas HB 1605 IMRA Process: What This Means for Your District"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>The wait is over.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 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 \u2013 with exceptional scores across all evaluation criteria and achieving 100% alignment to the TEKS.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;ve been following our coverage of<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/progresslearning.com\/news-blog\/texas-what-is-house-bill-1605\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HB 1605<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/progresslearning.com\/news-blog\/navigating-texas-house-bill-1605-and-maximizing-teks-aligned-resources-for-student-success\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> how to navigate the new instructional materials landscape<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you know we&#8217;ve emphasized that while HB 1605 provides a helpful roadmap for selecting materials, Texas educators have always retained the autonomy to choose what works best for their students.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In our previous posts, we assured Texas educators that Progress Learning remained a powerful choice regardless of state approval status. We stand by that message \u2013 quality speaks for itself, as proven by districts like <a href=\"https:\/\/progresslearning.com\/news-blog\/progress-learning-efficacy-study-forney-isd\/\">Forney ISD who&#8217;ve seen significant STAAR\u00ae gains with our platform.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But now, with our SBOE approval and exceptional scores, <a href=\"https:\/\/progresslearning.com\/schools-districts\/texas\/elementary-school\/\">Texas schools<\/a> get the best of both worlds:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The proven quality you&#8217;ve trusted all along<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Access to the additional $40 per student in HB 1605 funding<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">State validation of our instructional design and effectiveness<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><b>What the IMRA Scores Reveal<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The State Board of Education evaluated our supplemental mathematics materials across six critical dimensions:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Intentional Instructional Design<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 How well materials support systematic learning<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Progress Monitoring<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Tools to track and respond to student performance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Supports for All Learners<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Differentiation and intervention capabilities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Depth and Coherence of Key Concepts<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Content rigor and alignment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Balance of Conceptual and Procedural Understanding<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 How we teach both the &#8220;why&#8221; and &#8220;how&#8221;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Productive Struggle<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Opportunities for meaningful problem-solving<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our scores across all categories were strong with particularly strong results in Intentional Instructional Design and Progress Monitoring \u2013 the cornerstones of effective STAAR\u00ae preparation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Unlocking Additional Funding for Your District<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we explained in our<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/progresslearning.com\/news-blog\/texas-what-is-house-bill-1605\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">overview of HB 1605<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the bill provides an additional $40 per student for SBOE-approved materials. With our IMRA approval, your district can now:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use HB 1605 allocated funds specifically for Progress Learning<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stack this funding with existing IMTA dollars for comprehensive coverage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expand Progress Learning to additional campuses using dedicated state funds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bypass the RFP process since we&#8217;re now state-approved for supplemental math<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember, these funds roll over year to year, so even if you&#8217;re mid-cycle with another provider, you can plan for next year&#8217;s transition.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Coordinated District Rollout<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We understand that large-scale implementation takes coordination, and that\u2019s exactly what we\u2019re built for. With IMRA-approved materials and HB 1605 funding available, Texas districts are adopting Progress Learning across multiple campuses with confidence. Whether you\u2019re planning ahead or launching mid-year, we\u2019ll work with you to build a rollout plan that fits your timeline, staff structure, and instructional goals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s how we typically support district rollouts in Texas:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Phase 1: Leadership Planning and Setup<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We collaborate with district leaders to create an implementation plan that aligns with your district goals and instructional framework. Together, we establish success criteria, import rosters, and configure the platform across campuses. This stage ensures a strong, aligned foundation before teachers ever log in.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Phase 2: Principal and Instructional Coach Training<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before teacher onboarding begins, we offer customized professional development designed around your district\u2019s goals, organizational structure, and schedule. Leaders experience Progress Learning from the lens of both instruction and coaching so they can confidently guide campus implementation. Sessions are delivered directly or through a train-the-trainer model.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Phase 3: Teacher Onboarding<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When your team is ready, we provide hands-on training tailored to TEKS, STAAR\u00ae (or soon, <a href=\"https:\/\/progresslearning.com\/news-blog\/staar-vs-student-success-tool\/\">the Student Success Tool exams<\/a>), and the day-to-day realities of Texas classrooms. Training is designed to help teachers immediately visualize how they can incorporate Progress Learning\u2019s tools and data insights into instruction, intervention, and daily routines.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Phase 4: Diving Into Reports and Data-Driven Instruction<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once teachers are comfortable with the platform, we support campuses and PLCs as they leverage reports to inform instruction. Districts see the strongest results when they use our progress monitoring dashboards, Dot Rank reports, and TEKS-aligned insights to guide reteach plans, intervention cycles, and campus-wide goal setting.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ongoing: Continued Support and Check-Ins<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our team stays engaged well beyond onboarding. From your first benchmark window to end-of-year planning, we provide continuous coaching, data reviews, and support. Many Texas districts have seen improved alignment, stronger PLC conversations, and measurable gains in student performance after a mid-year or phased rollout.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Progress Learning is easy to scale, built for Texas classrooms, and backed by a team that understands the daily demands educators face. No matter your timeline or training preferences, we\u2019ll meet you where you are and support you every step of the way.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>What This Means for Texas Mathematics Education<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our SBOE approval comes at a critical time. With continuing focus on accelerated learning and <a href=\"https:\/\/progresslearning.com\/our-products\/liftoff-adaptive-intervention-2-8\/\">intervention<\/a>, districts need proven solutions that can:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identify and close learning gaps quickly<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provide rigorous, TEKS-aligned practice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/progresslearning.com\/solutions\/progress-monitoring-tools\/\">Generate actionable data<\/a> for targeted intervention<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engage students through <a href=\"https:\/\/progresslearning.com\/solutions\/interactive-learning-platform-for-teachers\/\">age-appropriate gamification<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Progress Learning delivers on all fronts, and now with state approval, there&#8217;s no barrier to implementation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Looking Ahead: What&#8217;s Next?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While we celebrate this mathematics approval, we&#8217;re not stopping here. Progress Learning continues to pursue approval for additional subjects and grade bands. We remain committed to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pursuing SBOE approval for new subject areas in the IMRA 2026 Cycle<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintaining our position as Texas educators&#8217; trusted partner<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Continuously improving based on educator feedback<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Supporting the success of every Texas student and teacher<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><b>Ready to Join Thousands of Texas Educators?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With Texas SBOE approval, exceptional scores, and proven results, there&#8217;s never been a better time to bring Progress Learning to your district. Whether you&#8217;re looking to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replace an underperforming platform<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add supplemental support for STAAR\u00ae preparation (including adapting to STAAR\u00ae replacement exams)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Access newly available HB 1605 funds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Implement a comprehensive K-12 solution<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We&#8217;re ready to partner with you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Request a demo<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to learn how your district can leverage HB 1605 funding for Progress Learning, or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.progresslearning.com\/hubfs\/Collateral\/General%20Overview\/PL%20-%20IMRA%20Scorecard.pdf\">download our IMRA scorecard<\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to see the full evaluation results.<\/span><\/p>\n<script charset=\"utf-8\" type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"\/\/js.hsforms.net\/forms\/embed\/v2.js\"><\/script>\r\n<script>\r\n  hbspt.forms.create({\r\n    region: \"na1\",\r\n    portalId: \"23272034\",\r\n    formId: \"3bd16ddb-4120-40f2-ae04-334b789b41ff\"\r\n  });\r\n<\/script>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The wait is over. 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