July 16, 2024 6:30 am

Imagine Learning Introduces AI Grading Assistant for Writing in Imagine EdgeEX

Leading K–12 Curriculum Solutions Provider Uses AI to Empower Teachers and Enhance Education

Tempe, Arizona, July 16, 2024 – Imagine Learning, the largest provider of digital curriculum solutions in the U.S., serving 15 million students in more than half the school districts nationwide, today announced a newly developed AI tool within the Imagine EdgeEX curriculum offering, available in beta to all current customers. Imagine EdgeEX is the next generation of Imagine Edgenuity, designed to engage students and to help teachers streamline their work with actionable data and easy-to-use, customizable tools, an easy-to-navigate dashboard, and accessible features.

Imagine EdgeEX’s new AI Grading Assistant for writing provides teachers with actionable, context-specific feedback on submitted writing activities. The feature evaluates student writing, providing suggestions on clarity of thought, alignment to the learning objective, quality of writing, and more. This innovation saves educators time and significantly scales their impact, allowing them to devote more time to meaningful interactions with students. This tool will soon be complemented by additional AI-powered tools to help learners and teachers work more effectively and efficiently. Amid the shifts in education with the advent of generative AI, ongoing teacher shortages, and hurdles those in the profession face daily, there is a critical need to make teachers’ lives easier.

“At Imagine Learning, our priority has always been to create innovative, digital-first solutions that enhance the classroom experience for teachers and learners,” said Kinsey Rawe, Senior Vice President and General Manager at Imagine Learning. “Teachers are under so much pressure in today’s educational landscape. In a time where turnover and shortages continue to plague districts across the nation, we’re proud to launch Imagine EdgeEX’s first AI tool to not only lighten their workloads but also provide them with the support and empowerment they need.”

“When we set out to bring the power of generative AI to Imagine EdgeEX, protecting our customers’ data and privacy had to be our top priority. That’s why we intentionally designed our short-writing feedback with a privacy-first architecture, minimizing the data collected and shared, ensuring that our AI partners cannot use students’ submissions to train their models. Our customers can enjoy the personalized, intelligent experiences enabled by AI while having peace of mind that their data is fully protected and used only in accordance with our strict privacy policies,” said Jason Fournier, Vice President of AI Initiatives at Imagine Learning.

The new AI tool keeps the teacher in control while keeping security and privacy at its core. Teachers have the freedom to use, modify, or ignore the AI-suggested comments at their discretion. Another important goal was to make it convenient, so the tool is integrated into teachers’ feedback workflow within Imagine EdgeEX. Teachers can quickly choose, edit, or discard feedback without copying and pasting or moving between systems.

Along with Imagine Learning’s previously announced AI enhancements like the AI-tutoring assistant within Imagine Learning Sessions and the acquisition of Cue Think, this latest development reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to integrating AI into the education experience to enhance personalized learning and educator support.

To learn more about Imagine EdgeEX’s new AI feature and offerings for teachers, visit imaginelearning.com/edgeEX-ai.

About Imagine Learning

Every classroom, every student is bursting with potential. That’s why we pursue relentless innovation at the intersection of technology, people, and curricula. Imagine Learning creates K–12 digital-first solutions, working alongside teachers to support 15 million students in over half of the districts nationwide. Our core portfolio includes Imagine IM, Imagine Learning EL Education, Twig^® Science, and Traverse^®. Our robust supplemental and intervention suite equips learners with personalized instruction for English and Spanish literacy, math, coding, and more. Imagine Edgenuity^® and Imagine EdgeEX offer innovative courseware solutions, complemented by Imagine School Services’ Certified Teachers. Imagine Learning. Empower potential. Learn more: imaginelearning.com.

June 28, 2024 6:30 am

School District of Philadelphia Advances Literacy with Science of Reading Focus

SDP Hosts Summer Institute with Support from Imagine Learning to Equip Educators with Innovative Literacy Training and Resources

Philadelphia, PA – June 27, 2024 – The School District of Philadelphia (SDP) recently hosted an innovative, in-person educator training focused on the implementation of high-quality instructional materials and practices aligned with science of reading research. This four-day Summer Institute, held from June 24–27, equipped over 800 educators and administrators with the tools and knowledge needed to enhance literacy instruction in the upcoming school year.

Importance of the Event

This training event marked a significant step in the District’s commitment to improving literacy outcomes and ensuring all students have access to high-quality learning experiences. By equipping educators to use the science of reading principles with Imagine Learning EL Education, the District aims to transform literacy instruction. The Summer Institute provided educators with in-depth training on evidence-based practices crucial for helping students develop strong literacy skills. This approach supports personalized learning and promotes equitable access to educational resources, addressing current challenges and ensuring all students can thrive academically.

“Embracing the science of reading is a testament to our commitment to accelerating our students’ academic achievement,” said Tony B. Watlington Sr. Ed.D., Superintendent of the School District of Philadelphia. “The School District of Philadelphia had the second-fastest recovery for reading in grades three through eight among all large urban peer districts included in the Education Recovery Scorecard released by the Harvard University Center for Education Policy Research and The Educational Opportunity Project at Stanford University. We are excited to continue leading the way in literacy education and empowering our educators to transform their classrooms with this Summer Institute.”

Event Details:

The Summer Institute offered educators hands-on training, interactive sessions, and opportunities to explore and implement science of reading principles in their classrooms. Keynote speakers Nicole Ormandy, Senior Director of Content Development at AIM Institute for Learning and Research, and Dr. Megan Gierka, Senior Content Developer at AIM Institute for Learning and Research, highlighted best practices, leveraging their expertise and insights.

District educators examined the structure and design of Imagine Learning EL Education, gained insights into year-long planning, and learned effective strategies to engage students and enhance their literacy skills. Participants built their understanding and application of effective literacy practices to support students as they learn to read and, ultimately, read to learn.

“Imagine Learning is proud to support the School District of Philadelphia in this transformative initiative,” said Terry Gilligan, Senior Vice President & General Manager of Core Curriculum at Imagine Learning. “Our role is to provide the necessary tools and resources along with strategic professional learning to ensure educators can effectively implement the science of reading and foster a love for learning that extends beyond the classroom.”

The Summer Institute was a significant milestone in SDP’s ongoing efforts to enhance teaching and learning through innovative educational solutions.

Main Takeaways:

The Summer Institute emphasized the critical role of evidence-based practices in literacy instruction, equipping educators with strategies to enhance phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
This initiative was deeply personal for the leaders and teachers at the School District of Philadelphia. Participants expressed a strong commitment to creating better futures for SDP students, recognizing that it all starts with teaching every student to read proficiently.
The overarching goal is clear: to ensure that every student in the district achieves reading proficiency. SDP’s excellent educators are dedicated to pursuing this ambitious endeavor, supported by the high-quality curricular materials and practices provided by Imagine Learning EL Education.

For the full agenda or additional information, please contact:

Aileen McNelis

NextTech Communications

Amcnelis@nexttechcomms.com

About the School District of Philadelphia

The School District of Philadelphia is the eighth-largest school district in the nation and the largest school district in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Enrollment includes nearly 198,000 students in public, charter, and alternative schools, and approximately 19,000 employees. Under the leadership of Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr., the School District’s vision is to prepare students to imagine and realize any future they desire. For more information about the School District, visit www.philasd.org.

About Imagine Learning

Every classroom, every student is bursting with potential. That’s why we pursue relentless innovation at the intersection of people, curricula, and technology. Imagine Learning creates K–12 digital-first solutions working alongside educators to support 15 million students in over half of the districts nationwide. Our core portfolio includes Imagine IM, Imagine Learning EL Education, Twig^® Science, and Traverse^®. Our robust supplemental and intervention suite equips learners with personalized instruction for English and Spanish literacy, math, coding, and more. Imagine Edgenuity^® is our flagship courseware solution, complemented by Imagine School Services’ Certified Teachers. Imagine Learning. Empower potential. Learn more at imaginelearning.com.

June 20, 2024 9:00 am

Imagine MyPath Awarded Evidence-Based Edtech: ESSA Tier 3 Product Certification

Product Certification Ratifies Evidence of Effectiveness

TEMPE, Arizona. – June 20, 2024 – Imagine Learning announced today that Imagine MyPath^®, its diagnostic-driven, personalized learning program for grades K–12, has earned the Evidence-Based Edtech: ESSA Tier 3 product certification from Digital Promise. This product certification serves as a rigorous, reliable signal for district and school leaders, educators, and families looking for education technology (edtech) products with a confirmed basis in research about learning and evidence from a well-designed study that shows the product has positively impacted learners. Imagine MyPath is one of only three products to receive product certification in this brand-new category from Digital Promise.

After review, Digital Promise confirmed that a well-designed study submitted by Imagine Learning qualified as Tier 3 ESSA evidence by demonstrating a significant, positive impact on student outcomes. The study found that kindergarten students who used Imagine MyPath outperformed comparison students on the NWEA MAP Growth math assessment. These results add to the portfolio of research demonstrating that Imagine MyPath positively impacts student learning. Read the full study.

“Receiving the ESSA Tier 3 certification is an honor and a testament to Imagine Learning’s ongoing commitment to high-quality evidence-based research in the interest of continuous improvement and innovation that supports improved outcomes for learners,” said Sarah Anderson, Senior Vice President & General Manager, Supplemental. “Our goal is not just to address learning gaps, but to empower educators and students with the tools they need to exceed their growth expectations.”

Digital Promise launched the Evidence-Based Edtech product certification in April 2024 to help educators identify rigorous, research-based products before introducing them into the classroom. “At Digital Promise, we are excited to support educational leaders in using evidence to inform their selection of edtech systems and tools,” said Dr. Pati Ruiz, Senior Director of Edtech and Emerging Technologies at Digital Promise. “These Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)-aligned product certifications will help educational leaders easily identify edtech products that leverage evidence-building activities to meet the needs of teachers, students, and their families.”

Today’s teachers are tasked with helping diverse learners keep pace with learning goals. Imagine MyPath offers efficient, effective intervention support that empowers teachers and saves them time in differentiating and delivering instruction that accelerates students back to grade level. Imagine MyPath’s assessment-informed personalized learning paths engage students and move them forward, faster, through prioritizing essential content and delivering adaptive lessons at a developmentally appropriate level. For Back-to-School 2024, Imagine MyPath Math will further enhance personalized support by adding On-Demand Tutoring, where students can access real-time, one-on-one guidance from live teachers.

Imagine Learning is seeking district partners interested in experiencing the impact of Imagine MyPath by participating in a research study during the 2024–2025 school year. Learn more and sign up at https://www.imaginelearning.com/research-partner/mypath/.

About Imagine Learning

About Digital Promise

Digital Promise is a nonprofit organization that builds powerful networks and takes on grand challenges by working at the intersection of researchers, entrepreneurs, and educators. Our vision is that all people, at every stage of their lives, have access to learning experiences that help them acquire the knowledge and skills they need to thrive and continuously learn in an ever-changing world. For more information, visit the Digital Promise website and follow @digitalpromise for updates

June 13, 2024 10:27 am

New Survey: According to Teachers, AI Usage Has Surged Since the Start of the School Year

Half of teachers report an increase in the use of AI and continue to seek professional learning and guidelines around implementation

TEMPE, Ariz., June 13, 2024 — Imagine Learning, the largest provider of digital curriculum solutions in the U.S., serving 15 million students in more than half the school districts nationwide, today released findings from its update, “The 2024 Educator AI Report: Perceptions, Practices, and Potential,” providing insight into how teachers’ perceptions of AI use in the classroom have evolved since the start of the 2023–24 school year.

Key findings show that 50% of educators reported an increase in AI usage, by both students and teachers, over the 2023–24 school year. When specifically asked about generative AI tools, participants reported an 18% increase in use since first reported in September 2023. This rapid adoption highlights the significant role AI plays in today’s classrooms.

Despite these advancements, 33% of educators remain dissatisfied with the current level of AI implementation, citing insufficient training, exposure, and lack of clear policies or guidelines. Schools must continue to prioritize effective AI implementation to fully realize its potential to enhance educational outcomes.

“Imagine Learning is dedicated to solving real problems for educators by integrating AI to reduce teachers’ workloads, which will enable them to focus more on direct student engagement,” said Sari Factor, Vice Chair and Chief Strategy Officer of Imagine Learning. “Our commitment to creating collaboratively with our education partners ensures that AI tools are practical and supportive, ultimately enhancing learning outcomes and providing timely feedback to students.”

Other key findings from Imagine Learning’s report include:

AI’s Positive Impact: 55% of participants agree that generative AI will have a positive impact in the classroom. Expectations for accessibility have also remained consistent, with 88% believing that generative AI can positively impact accessibility.
Teacher Resources: 84% view training sessions, which include practical applications and ethical use of AI, as the most valuable tool to support generative AI implementation. However, only 28% believe they have the resources they need to address potential implementation issues of generative AI — a drop from 33% in the fall.
Popular Generative AI Use Cases: Participants see generative AI being used most often for analyzing student data (68%), creating instructional material (67%), and grading (65%). Currently, teachers have the most experience using tools for language processing (38%) and automatic grading (38%).
Top AI Concerns: When compared to September 2023 results, participants expressed increased concern with cheating (84% versus 72%) and misinterpretation of results (69% versus 54%). Seventy-four percent are also worried about the potential negative impact on students’ writing abilities.

“The survey highlights how quickly AI is becoming a significant influence in today’s classrooms,” said Jason Fournier, Vice President of Product Management for AI Initiatives at Imagine Learning. “We are focused on deeply integrating AI into our products and tools to meet educators’ needs, ensuring each student benefits from personalized, effective learning experiences. By addressing these challenges, we aim to provide enriched educational opportunities to every student.”

Download the full report to see more of what teachers say about AI’s role in the classroom. For comparison, you can find the previous iteration of the report from September 2023 here.

Methodology

The survey consisted of responses from 157 K–12 educators who work in districts across the U.S. Imagine Learning conducted the survey from April 24–May 6, 2024, through an online quantitative survey that was approximately seven minutes in length. 68% of respondents were teachers, 11% were school administrators, and 9% were support staff.

About Imagine Learning

Every classroom, every student is bursting with potential. That’s why we pursue relentless innovation at the intersection of people, curricula, and technology. Imagine Learning creates K–12 digital-first solutions, working alongside educators to support 15 million students in over half of the districts nationwide. Our core portfolio includes Imagine IM, Imagine Learning EL Education, Twig ® Science, and Traverse®. Our robust supplemental and intervention suite equips learners with personalized instruction for English and Spanish literacy, math, coding, and more. Imagine Edgenuity® is our flagship courseware solution, complemented by Imagine School Services’ Certified Teachers. Imagine Learning. Empower potential. Learn more at imaginelearning.com.

June 6, 2024 11:45 am

Imagine Learning Wins “Overall STEM Education Solution of the Year” in 6th Annual EdTech Breakthrough Awards Program

International Awards Program Recognizes Outstanding Educational Technology Products and Companies

Tempe, Arizona – June 6, 2024 – Imagine Learning, the largest national provider of digital curriculum solutions, serving over 15 million students and one million educators, today announced that its STEM Supplemental Suite has been selected as winner of the “Overall STEM Education Solution of the Year” award in the 6^th annual EdTech Breakthrough Awards program conducted by EdTech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence organization that recognizes the top companies and solutions in the global educational technology market.

Imagine Learning’s STEM Supplemental Suite gives students a head start on college and career readiness with the 4Cs of STEM: critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity.

With resources for both online and offline learning, spanning all grade levels and the four STEM domains, the programs support a variety of implementation models to fit every district’s unique needs. Educators can build a customized program to provide equitable access to STEM learning.

“We work closely with educators to meet the needs of today’s busy classrooms, and our dynamic STEM Supplemental Suite was designed to deliver a symphony of innovation and impact by celebrating STEM skills and life skills to equip students for success today, tomorrow, and beyond,” said Sarah Anderson, Senior Vice President & General Manager of Supplemental for Imagine Learning. “This award from EdTech Breakthrough validates our collection of rigorous, engaging, and culturally relevant STEM curricula meant to challenge students and empower them with the support they need to develop high-value 21st-century skills.”

Imagine Learning’s STEM Supplemental Suite includes five programs — Imagine Science Corner™, Imagine Robotify^®, Imagine MyPath^®, Imagine Math^®, and Imagine Math Facts^®. These unique, engaging programs help students strengthen and develop science, computer science, and math skills and learning.

“The impact of Imagine Learning’s approach to teaching and learning STEM is undeniable. The U.S. STEM workforce has contributed to improvements in living standards, economic prosperity, and global competitiveness. STEM education is fundamental to preparing the next generation of skilled workers that can effectively utilize technology in global applications,” said Steve Johansson, managing director, EdTech Breakthrough. “Our ‘Overall STEM Education Solution of the Year’ is Imagine Learning’s Supplemental STEM Suite which instills a love for learning that transcends textbooks and tests, preparing students not just for exams, but for a future brimming with possibility.”

The mission of the EdTech Breakthrough Awards is to honor excellence and recognize the innovation, hard work and success in a range of educational technology categories, including student engagement, adaptive learning, STEM education, career preparation, and many more. This year’s program attracted thousands of nominations from over 17 different countries throughout the world.

About Imagine Learning

About EdTech Breakthrough

Part of Tech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence and recognition platform for global technology innovation and leadership, the EdTech Breakthrough Awards program is devoted to honoring excellence in educational technology products, companies and people. The EdTech Breakthrough Awards recognize the achievements of breakthrough educational technology in categories including e-learning, student engagement, language learning, STEM, and more. For more information, visit EdTechBreakthrough.com.

June 4, 2024 9:30 am

Imagine Learning Acquires CueThink: Enhancing AI-Powered Problem-Solving and Collaboration in K–12 Education

Imagine Learning announced the acquisition of CueThink, an AI-powered problem-solving and collaboration platform designed to improve students’ critical thinking skills.

Tempe, Arizona – June 4, 2024– Imagine Learning, the largest national provider of digital curriculum solutions serving over 15 million students and one million educators, announced today the acquisition of CueThink, an AI-powered problem-solving and collaboration platform designed to improve students’ critical thinking skills. This acquisition is pivotal as it addresses the growing need to prepare students for real-world challenges in the age of AI.

Addressing Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills in Education

In today’s educational landscape, moving beyond rote memorization and standardized testing is crucial — research shows that critical thinking is a key skill for success. According to the World Economic Forum, critical thinking and problem-solving are among the top skills needed for the future workforce. As AI continues to evolve, the ability to think critically will be essential for navigating and leveraging these technologies effectively.

CueThink’s structured, four-phase approach (Explore, Plan, Solve, Review) breaks down complex problems into manageable steps, which ensures that students become active problem-solvers capable of adapting to diverse challenges and future AI-driven environments.

Integration with Imagine Learning

“We welcome CueThink to Imagine Learning as we continue to invest in AI-enabled education and curriculum tools,” said Jonathan Grayer, Chairman and CEO of Imagine Learning. “Our focus is clear: to employ a range of artificial intelligence innovations that positively impact teaching, learning, and parental involvement. CueThink’s innovative approach to problem-solving and collaboration is transformative, and we are excited to see how these tools will enhance our curriculum offerings and improve educational outcomes.”

CueThink provides:

Personalized interventions: real-time, adaptive scaffolds designed to promote desired behaviors and positive outcomes
Innovative assessments and reports: new methods to measure engagement, creativity, and student thought processes
AI supports: AI technology providing metacognitive training and interactive chat tools to help guide educators

Imagine Learning plans to initially incorporate CueThink’s application within its math offerings, supporting its commitment to High-Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM). Additionally, Imagine Learning will integrate CueThink’s AI-powered technology across other disciplines, focusing on collaborative social learning experiences. This integration will enable Imagine Learning to offer a peer-to-peer social element within its curriculum for the first time.

Sheela Sethuraman, CEO of CueThink, said, “CueThink was designed with utmost consideration for students and their unique strengths. Our solution enables all students to fully express their creativity, collaborate with peers, and become confident problem solvers — while also guiding and empowering educators. We’re thrilled to join Imagine Learning, a leader in personalized learning, and look forward to collaborating with them to drive positive outcomes through inclusive R&D approaches and the power of AI.”

About Imagine Learning

Every classroom, every student is bursting with potential. That’s why we pursue relentless innovation at the intersection of technology, people, and curricula. Imagine Learning creates K–12 digital-first solutions, working alongside educators to support 15 million students in over half of the districts nationwide. Our core portfolio includes Imagine IM, Imagine Learning EL Education, Twig^® Science, and Traverse^®. Our robust supplemental and intervention suite equips learners with personalized instruction for English and Spanish literacy, math, coding, and more. Imagine Edgenuity^® is our flagship courseware solution, complemented by Imagine School Services’ Certified Teachers. Imagine Learning. Empower potential. Learn more: www.imaginelearning.com.

May 29, 2024 8:39 am

Two Imagine Language & Literacy® Studies Receive Evidence for ESSA Promising Rating; Program Celebrates 20 Years of Helping Students Strengthen Literacy Skills

Imagine Language & Literacy Celebrates 20 Years of Impact on Student Literacy Skills and Receives Evidence for ESSA Rating for Two New Studies

Tempe, Arizona – May 29, 2024 – Two research studies from Imagine Learning received Promising ratings from Evidence for ESSA for measuring the impact of Imagine Language & Literacy, the flagship supplemental literacy program, as it celebrates 20 years of accelerating the development of literacy skills for students. These studies add to the extensive body of research showing the impact of using Imagine Language & Literacy on student literacy outcomes.

Evidence for ESSA evaluated two studies measuring the effectiveness of Imagine Language & Literacy to improve English language proficiency for English language learners (ELL). The first study took place during the 2022–2023 school year in a large Louisiana school district. The academic performance of more than 1,000 students in first through fifth grade was measured by Louisiana’s English Language Proficiency Test. Overall, the performance of Imagine Language & Literacy students was significantly higher than the control group.

The second study, also conducted during the 2022–2023 school year, assessed literacy proficiency outcomes for more than 2,500 Florida students in first through fifth grade, using the WIDA ACCESS assessment and more than 1,500 students in grades four and five using the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST). Students who used Imagine Language & Literacy demonstrated significantly greater growth than academically and demographically similar non-users on both the WIDA ACCESS and the FAST assessment. The significant results in both studies qualify for the ESSA Promising category and demonstrate the impact of Imagine Language & Literacy on student learning outcomes.

“This recognition from Evidence for ESSA is especially meaningful as we celebrate 20 years of Imagine Language & Literacy helping students gain proficiency in language and literacy skills,” shared Sarah Anderson, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Supplemental Programs at Imagine Learning. “The program was built with leading experts on reading science well before the science of reading was a focus of discussion in education. Additionally, we know student engagement is key to student learning, so the rich content was developed on a video gaming platform. Now, 20 years later, we continue to engage students in learning as we lead the market with our depth and breadth of content.”

Coinciding with the achievement of receiving Evidence for ESSA Promising ratings, Imagine Learning is commemorating the 20th anniversary of Imagine Language & Literacy by adding new content and characters to the program and redesigning many favorite activities that students loved over the past two decades. In addition, three classrooms from across the US were chosen as winners of the Imagine Language & Literacy 20th Anniversary Classroom Makeover Contest, earning a classroom makeover by completing the recommended 20+ hours a week on the digital literacy program throughout the 2023–2024 school year. Watch the EC Mason Elementary classroom makeover celebration.

Learn more about Imagine Language & Literacy here and read favorite student success stories from long-time Imagine Learning employees here.

About Imagine Learning

May 23, 2024 9:00 am

Imagine Learning Wins Two 2024 SIIA CODiE Awards

Imagine Math® and Twig® Science Earn Prestigious Industry Recognition

Tempe, Arizona – May 22, 2024 – Imagine Learning, the largest provider of digital curriculum solutions in the U.S., won two 2024 SIIA CODiE Awards for Imagine Math and Twig Science.The prestigious CODiE Awards recognize the companies producing the most innovative education technology products across the country and around the world.

“This achievement is made possible by our outstanding development teams dedicated to creating high-quality educational solutions. We also share this honor with our invaluable school partners who play an essential role in our mission to empower learners and teachers. Together, we celebrate this recognition as evidence of our continued collaboration and innovation” shared Sari Factor, Vice Chair and Chief Strategy Officer for Imagine Learning. “Both Imagine Math and Twig Science have undergone rigorous evaluation and consistently demonstrated significant improvements in student outcomes. Our commitment to evidence-based practices ensures that our solutions not only meet but exceed educational standards, providing measurable benefits for students and educators.”

Imagine Learning 2024 SIIA CODiE Award Winners:

Imagine Math — Winner: Best PK/Early Childhood Learning Solution

Imagine Math combines a rich curriculum with fun, adaptive, digital learning to help students gain confidence as they master grade-level learning. This dynamic solution provides age-appropriate and engaging learning environments ideal as a practice and enrichment supplement to standards-based instruction. For grades PreK–Geometry.

Twig Science — Winner: Best Science Instructional Solution for Grades PK–8

Twig Science provides comprehensive coverage of science standards through engaging hands-on and digital investigations where Pre-K–8 students take on the roles of real-world scientists and engineers. Written to the Next Generation Science Standards, it challenges all students to become creative problem solvers, making sense of real-world phenomena.

“The winners of the 2024 Education Technology CODiE Awards represent the pinnacle of creativity and excellence in providing products and services that connect diverse learners with educational resources and instructors. We are thrilled to honor this year’s recipients — the elite in their field — who offer solutions to crucial challenges in education today. Heartfelt congratulations to all of this year’s CODiE Award victors!” says Chris Mohr, President of the Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA).

SIIA announced the 2024 CODiE winners during a virtual ceremony awarding products and services deployed specifically for education and learning professionals. The SIIA CODiE Award process involves rigorous reviews by expert judges, including educators and administrators, whose evaluations determine the finalists. SIIA members then vote on the finalists, and the scores from both rounds are tabulated to select the winners.

About the SIIA CODiE Awards

Since 1986, thousands of products, services, and solutions have been recognized for achieving excellence. The CODiEs are different from other tech awards: it is not a participation award; it is earned. SIIA’s unique Expert Review process provides tremendous value for each nominee. Each nomination receives a detailed review, pursuant to category-specific criteria, by two expert judges with a live demo that provides real-time Q&A and comments during the first round. Finalists’ products receive a second round and peer review by industry leaders. Even nominees that don’t win get valuable feedback on possible areas of product improvement. For more information, visit siia.net/CODiE.

About Imagine Learning

May 6, 2024 6:00 am

Imagine Learning Recognizes Top Schools in 2024 Imagine Nation School of Excellence Awards

Annual Awards Celebrate Innovation, Dedication, and Exemplary Implementation of Imagine Learning Digital Solutions

Tempe, Arizona, May 6, 2024 – Imagine Learning, the largest provider of digital curriculum solutions in the U.S., serving over 15 million students in more than half the school districts nationwide, today announced the winners of the 2023–2024 Imagine Nation Awards, honoring schools and districts across America for their exemplary implementation of Imagine Learning solutions and commitment to student learning. The Imagine Nation Awards are part of the Imagine Learning motivational program, igniting engagement and strengthening confidence for all learners. More than 38,000 schools and districts throughout the U.S. were eligible for the Imagine Nation Award.

“Working hand-in-hand with educators to implement innovative digital curriculum programs that empower teachers and truly make a difference for their students is incredibly rewarding,” shared Sari Factor, Vice Chair and Chief Strategy Officer. “It’s an honor to see the dedication from schools across the country and to be part of their journey to success.”

Based on rigorous research, Imagine Learning has found that meeting program usage and implementation goals is directly associated with increased student success and academic growth. The Imagine Nation Award is presented to schools and districts that demonstrate outstanding commitment to the effective implementation of an Imagine Learning program throughout the year. Today, 220 schools and districts are receiving the honor of being named an Imagine Nation school for the 2023-2024 school year.

Following official notification of the Imagine Nation Awards, each winning school or district will receive an Imagine Learning banner that displays their achievement.

2024 IMAGINE NATION AWARDS

Imagine Edgenuity^®

Marbury High School, Autauga County Board of Education, AL
Lauderdale County Virtual Academy, Lauderdale County School District, AL
Altitude Academies, FL
Alexander W. Dreyfoos Jr. School of The Arts, Palm Beach County, FL
Royal Palm Beach Community High, Palm Beach County, FL
8th Grade Charter College & Career Academy, Coweta County School System, GA
Lansing High School, Lansing USD 469, KS
Cadillac High School, Cadillac Area Public School District, MI
Cumberland Polytechnic High School, Cumberland County School District, NC
CCTL (Early College), Iredell-Statesville School District, NC
Albuquerque School of Excellence, NM
Stillwater High School, Stillwater Public Schools, OK
Byrnes High, Spartanburg District 5, SC
Valor College Prep, Valor Collegiate Academies, TN
Crosby Crossroads Academy, Crosby ISD, TX
Crosby High School, Crosby ISD, TX
W. B. Bizzell Academy, Navasota ISD, TX
Austin Academic Center, Sulphur Springs ISD, TX
Triumph Public High School—El Paso West, Triumph Public High Schools, El Paso, TX
Tabiona School, Duchesne County School District, UT

Imagine Learning EL Education

Grant County Schools, KY
Webster County School District, KY
Jefferson County Public Schools, KY
Westford Public Schools, MA
Detroit Public Schools Community District, MI

Imagine Español^®

Saint Matthews Catholic School, The Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, AZ
Van Buskirk Elementary, Tucson Unified School District, AZ
Ronald Reagan Elementary, Desert Sands USD, CA
Mendota Elementary, Mendota USD, CA
Honey Hollow Elementary, Moreno Valley USD, CA
Pueblo Vista Elementary, Napa Valley USD, CA
Georgia Brown Elementary, Paso Robles USD, CA
Braden River Elementary, Manatee County Schools, FL
Holy Cross School, Diocese of Ft Wayne-South Bend Schools, IN
Grant Elementary, Grant Public Schools, MI
Grant Primary, Grant Public Schools, MI
Ford Early Learning Center, Ypsilanti Community Schools, MI
Frank Porter Graham Elementary, Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools, NC
Central Elementary, Angleton ISD, TX
Mahaffey Elementary, Klein ISD, TX
Nitsch Elementary, Klein ISD, TX
Roth Elementary, Klein ISD, TX
Southside Elementary, Palestine ISD, TX
Anita Scott Elementary, Royse City ISD, TX
Fort Elementary, Royse City ISD, TX
Finley Elementary, United ISD, TX
Franklin D Roosevelt Elementary, United ISD, TX
Juarez Lincoln Elementary, United ISD, TX
Kazen Elementary, United ISD, TX
Newman Elementary, United ISD, TX
Rodolfo C. Centeno Elementary, United ISD, TX
Ruiz Elementary, United ISD, TX
Zundy Elementary, Wichita Falls ISD, TX
Cannan Elementary, Willis ISD, TX

Imagine IM

Crane Elementary School District, AZ
Ceres Unified School District, CA
Iowa City CSD, IA
Curé of Ars Catholic School, KS
Jefferson County Public Schools, KY
Cambridge Public Schools, MA
Birmingham Public Schools, MI
Fort Zumwalt School District, MO
Hilliard City Schools, OH
Louisville City School District, OH
Bellevue School District, WA
Evergreen School District, WA
Lake Washington School District, WA

Imagine Instructional Services

Bridgeway Academy, AZ
AEA – Dubuque CSD, IA
Hampton-Dumont CSD, IA
Leland Public School District, MI
Northville Public School District, MI
Royal Oak School District, MI
Saline High School, Saline Area Schools, MI
Wise Academy, MI
Portageville School District, MO
Carl Junction R-I School District, MO
Park Hill School District K-12, MO
The Wellspring Schools, NY
Union Public Schools, OK
Cocalico School District, PA
Pennsbury School District, PA
Loudoun County Public Schools, VA
Sequim School District, WA
Menominee Indian School District, WI
Weston County School District 1, WY

Imagine Language & Literacy^®

Brewbaker Primary, Montgomery Public Schools, AL
Catoma Elementary, Montgomery Public Schools, AL
Chisholm Elementary, Montgomery Public Schools, AL
Mary Welty Elementary, Nogales Unified School District, AZ
Tropical Elementary, Broward County Schools, FL
Citrus Park Elementary, Hillsborough County Public Schools, FL
Jessie P Miller Elementary, Manatee County Schools, FL
Lee Middle, Manatee County Schools, FL
Summerville Advantage Academy, Miami-Dade County Public Schools, FL
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Littlefield Middle, Public Schools of Robeson County, NC
Prairie Elementary, Guymon Public Schools, OK
Tschetter Colony Elementary, Freeman Public School District 33-1, SD
Castle Heights Elementary, Lebanon Special School District, TN
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Downtown Miami Charter School, Charter Schools USA, FL
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Sheppard AFB Elementary, Wichita Falls ISD, TX
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Bluff Elementary, San Juan School District, UT
Pioneer Valley Elementary, Bethel School District 403, WA

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Z-Quest, Zeeland Public Schools, MI
Lesterville Elementary, Lesterville R-IV District, MO
Dexter Elementary, Walthall County School District, MS
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Bayou Boeuf Elementary, Lafourche Parish School District, LA
Sanborn Elementary, Alpena Public Schools, MI
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Don Tyson School of Innovation, Springdale Public Schools, AR
Discovery Bay Elementary, Byron Union School District, CA
Alpha Learning Academy, Alpha Learning Academy District, FL
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Compass Outreach and Education Center, Compass Outreach and Education Center District, FL
Legends Academy, Orange County Public School District – Private/Charter, FL
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Graden Elementary, Park Hill School District, MO
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Mullen Elementary, Mullen School District 1, NE
Seward Elementary, Seward Public Schools, NE
Holy Cross School, Diocese of Trenton Catholic Schools, NJ
Urbana Elementary, Urbana City Schools, OH
Lake Carolina Elementary – Lower, Richland School District 2, SC
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Coatimundi Middle, Santa Cruz Valley USD 35, AZ
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Portal Middle High School, Bulloch County School System, GA
William James Middle, Bulloch County School System, GA
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About Imagine Learning

April 15, 2024 10:32 am

Offering Provides Equitable Access to Verified Digital Content to Inspire Civic Engagement for Grades 6–12

Scottsdale, AZ – April 15, 2024 – Imagine Learning, the largest national provider of digital curriculum solutions serving over 15 million students and one million educators, today announced the launch of Traverse Explorer, which provides free access to relevant lessons from their highly-anticipated, breakthrough core social studies curriculum. Traverse Explorer serves timely and grade-appropriate digital content directly to teachers and is designed to inspire students to become engaged and informed citizens. This free resource addresses the critical need for easily accessible and verified digital social studies lessons for millions of educators and students across the U.S.

“To foster a thriving democracy, it’s imperative that we cultivate an environment in which everyone has the opportunity to both understand and actively participate in the systems that govern our society,” said Sari Factor, Vice Chair and Chief Strategy Officer of Imagine Learning. “For too long, the education system has de-emphasized the importance of social studies and civics for students, often citing a lack of resources and competing priorities. Traverse Explorer is designed to address this gap by offering educators equitable access to digital curriculum, fostering critical thinking and inquiry skills essential for every student to become an active and educated citizen.” At this week’s ASU+GSV summit in San Diego, California, the topic will be discussed during a panel moderated by Factor titled “Civic Engagement in an Uncivilized Climate.”

A previous study by MRD Education found that teachers spend an average of seven hours per week searching for instructional materials and another five hours creating their own. Social studies resources, in particular, are challenging to find, with a RAND American Teacher Panel Insights Report stating that “most teachers reported a need for better civics instructional resources.” Streamlining teachers’ workloads is crucial, especially as the teacher shortage crisis worsens due to political polarization in education.

Designed to empower educators and inspire civic engagement in 6–12 grade students, Traverse Explorer:

Is supported by Imagine Learning’s standards-backed, inquiry-based curriculum, Traverse, and aligns with the College, Career, and Civic Life (C3) Framework.
Consists of lessons that contain multimedia materials, reliable sources, and collaborative learning activities designed to provoke thoughtful analysis and student engagement.
Engages students with compelling topics linking social studies to current events and practical knowledge, such as voting procedures and financial literacy.
Lessons will be derived from the five Traverse curriculum categories: U.S. History, World History, Government, Geography, and Economics.
Lessons will be timed to coincide with significant periods such as Black History Month, Women’s History Month, and election season.

“When crafting the Traverse curriculum, we recognized the transformative potential of digital, inquiry-based content grounded in current events, coupled with the ability to quickly update the resources as new developments unfold. Traverse Explorer represents a significant opportunity to disseminate this wealth of knowledge to as many students as possible, revolutionizing social studies across the nation,” said Dr. Kathy Swan, Ph.D., Professor of Social Studies at the University of Kentucky and curriculum author of Traverse.

Traverse Explorer will launch in June 2024 with five inaugural free lessons about Federalism and the U.S. Highway System (U.S. History), Commerce in Asia (World History), Using Cash versus Credit (Economics), First Time Voting (U.S. Government), and the Effects of El Niño (World Geography). New lessons will be made available monthly. For more information regarding Traverse Explorer and to sign up to be notified as soon as it is available, visit https://www.imaginelearning.com/traverse-explorer/.

About Imagine Learning

Every classroom, every student is bursting with potential. That’s why we pursue relentless innovation at the intersection of technology, people, and curricula. Imagine Learning creates K–12 digital-first solutions fueled by insights from educators, working alongside educators to support 15 million students in over half of the districts nationwide. Our core portfolio includes Imagine IM, Imagine Learning EL Education, Twig® Science, and Traverse®. Our robust supplemental and intervention suite equips learners with personalized instruction for English and Spanish literacy, math, coding, and more. Imagine Edgenuity® is our flagship courseware solution, complemented by Imagine School Services’ Certified Teachers. Imagine Learning. Empower potential. Learn more: www.imaginelearning.com

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