March 2025
The Weekly Activity Report now displays total active time and total completed activities, quizzes, tests, and exams for each student weekly.
March 2025
Students can now unlock Ninja Mode, a challenging enrichment activity that students earn after showing fluency in at least two operations, with a 90% pass rate. This threshold was updated to match the passing rate of the post-test for each operation. For additional information on this update, please consult these Help Center articles:
March 2025
All Twig Science elementary teacher editions and Twig Books/Twig Journals are now printable directly from the platform via the PDF viewer. This update gives teachers greater flexibility — whether you need to print select pages for a lesson or additional copies for reference.
Reminder: As noted at the bottom of each page, unauthorized commercial or large-scale printing is prohibited.
March 2025
We’ve made some changes to the Twig Science Reporter format to ensure we can continue to deliver a weekly science news source.
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March 17, 2025 5:07 pm
Is college the only path to success? Career and technical education (CTE) offers students a powerful alternative — helping them gain industry-recognized certifications, hands-on experience, and dual credits for college. Learn how CTE prepares students for both high-demand careers and higher education, reducing uncertainty and boosting career readiness.
When I was in high school (longer ago than I care to admit), it felt like the only post-graduation option for success was college. For that reason, I didn’t consider anything else — even though my high school was actually an early adopter of career and technical education (CTE). But now, with the rising costs of college and student debt, students are looking for alternatives. “Alternatives” might sound like a nice word to mean “the less-good option,” but that’s not the case anymore. Many high-paying, in-demand careers do not require a four-year degree but do require specialized skills. That’s where CTE comes in.
CTE is known for giving students access to internships and apprenticeships where they get hands-on experience and build applicable career skills. But sometimes when people think of CTE, they picture vocational education with a limited range of career paths. Today’s CTE pathways are full of options in high-demand, high-paying careers like healthcare, cybersecurity, and engineering. When students graduate high school already possessing skills tailored to these career paths, they predictably have a much higher rate of employment post-graduation.
Not only do CTE courses boost graduation rates and reduce absenteeism, but they have real-world benefits across a variety of high-demand career paths.
CTE isn’t about choosing between college or career — it’s about preparing for both paths to give students the best chance at future success. By expanding CTE offerings, schools can help students make informed decisions before being asked to choose a major or a job post-graduation. Hopefully, as CTE gains ground in these high-demand career paths, students will have the information and experience they need to pursue their next steps with confidence.
Ally Jones is a former high school educator who specialized in teaching English language learners. Outside of education, she is passionate about fitness, literature, and taking care of the planet for her son’s generation.
March 13, 2025 9:00 am
Exclusive partnership combines imaginative storytelling with proven literacy tools, providing greater classroom access than ever before to iconic Dr. Seuss library
Tempe, Arizona — March 13, 2025 – Imagine Learning, the nation’s largest provider of digital-first curriculum solutions, today announced that they are collaborating with Dr. Seuss Enterprises to bring the author’s timeless classics to the award-winning Imagine Language & Literacy platform. For the first time, Dr. Seuss’s iconic stories will be available through an educational technology platform, providing students and educators access to more than 30 Dr. Seuss titles in one convenient destination.
A new digital portal on the Imagine Learning platform called Seuss Corner will provide learners and educators with mobile-friendly access to beloved Dr. Seuss eBooks, including titles such as The Cat in the Hat, Green Eggs and Ham, and Oh, the Places You’ll Go! Dr. Seuss’s library has been foundational to generations of children building their reading skills and, through the partnership, students across the country can access this robust list of titles at any moment, from anywhere.
“This partnership represents the perfect fusion of educational excellence and imaginative storytelling,” said Jonathan Grayer, CEO of Imagine Learning. “By combining our proven literacy platform with Dr. Seuss’s beloved content, we’re creating an opportunity to engage young readers and foster a lifelong love of learning. This collaboration aligns perfectly with our mission to ignite learning breakthroughs and create educational experiences that inspire and delight.”
Susan Brandt, CEO of Dr. Seuss Enterprises, added, “Building reading skills at an early age is critical to children’s success later in life, and an important part of Dr. Seuss Enterprises’ mission. We selected Imagine Learning as our exclusive education technology partner because of their commitment to educational excellence and innovation. This partnership ensures that Dr. Seuss’s legacy of making reading fun and accessible continues to evolve in our digital age. Together, we’re creating new ways for children to experience the magic of these timeless stories while also developing their reading skills and a lifelong love of reading.”
This month, Seuss Corner will be seamlessly integrated into the existing Imagine Language & Literacy platform for both new and current customers. Its mobile-friendly design ensures students can engage with their favorite Dr. Seuss stories in the classroom or at home. Additionally, educators will receive exclusive access to 12 creative choice boards featuring themed monthly activities, specialized reading materials, and comprehensive teaching resources designed to maximize student engagement and learning outcomes.
Imagine Learning plans to expand Seuss Corner with additional features and functionality, including interactive reading activities, progress-tracking tools, and celebration features to reward reading achievements — all exciting new ways to support literacy development and foster student engagement.
“This partnership represents more than just digital access to beloved books,” noted Sarah Anderson, Senior Vice President of Product and Platform at Imagine Learning. “We’re creating a comprehensive literacy experience that combines the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss with research-based educational practices. This is about transforming how children engage with reading and supporting educators with powerful new tools to inspire learning.”
For more information about Seuss Corner, visit imaginelearning.com/seuss-corner.
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 18 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.
About Dr. Seuss Enterprises
Founded in 1993, Dr. Seuss Enterprises is a leading global children’s entertainment and licensing company focused on promoting literacy, education, self-confidence, and the wonderful possibilities of a child’s imagination through the beloved works of Dr. Seuss. All Dr. Seuss Enterprises’ profits benefit charitable organizations that focus on causes such as education, health, animal conservation, and the arts. For more information, visit DrSeussEnterprises.com or follow them on Instagram.
March 11, 2025 9:00 am
$600,000 to be awarded to initiatives that place a continued emphasis on chronic absenteeism and the student homelessness crisis; a portion of funding to be dedicated to students impacted by California wildfires
Tempe, Arizona — March 11, 2025 — Imagine Learning Foundation (ILF), the philanthropic initiative created by Imagine Learning, a leader in K–12 digital-first solutions used by 18 million students in over half of the school districts nationwide, has announced the opening of the 2025 funding cycle for its Imagine Signature Grant program. Now in its fourth year, ILF will award approximately $600,000 in Imagine Signature Grants to organizations dedicated to ILF’s mission of supporting learners outside the classroom.
Since its launch in 2021, ILF has awarded over $1.2 million through 30 grants as part of its initial $5 million funding commitment. The recipient organizations have positively impacted more than 413,000 students and youth in 1,700 communities across the U.S., addressing issues from homelessness to suicide prevention and mental health.
As part of the Imagine Signature Grant Program 2024 grant cycle, ILF initiated a funding priority to support national and regional organizations addressing or studying critical issues related to chronic absenteeism in K–12 learning environments. Chronic absenteeism, defined as missing 10% or more days of school per year, has severe consequences for learning, physical and mental health, stability, and future outcomes throughout a student’s life, particularly for children experiencing homelessness. During the 2022–2023 school year, over 27% of students nationwide were chronically absent, exacerbating a learning crisis, particularly in math and reading performance.
For its 2025 grantmaking cycle, ILF will continue this funding priority, especially in areas such as basic needs support; wraparound services for students, their families, and communities; and research to address chronic absenteeism and other aligned areas. ILF will also provide support to organizations addressing student housing insecurity, often a direct contributor to chronic absenteeism. More than 1.3 million students in the U.S. are currently experiencing homelessness, putting them at greater academic and graduation risks.
ILF is also dedicating a portion of its funding to projects and initiatives that directly support students and communities impacted by the California wildfires. Natural disasters often disrupt students’ education, stability, and overall well-being, exacerbating challenges for already vulnerable students. By expanding its 2025 funding priorities, ILF aims to provide critical support to those experiencing hardship due to these crises.
“We are proud to continue the commitment to funding programs that address chronic absenteeism and student homelessness,” said Jonathan Grayer, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Imagine Learning. “This year, we recognize the additional struggles faced by those affected by the devastating California wildfires and will dedicate funding to support students who have been displaced or whose education has been severely disrupted. Our goal remains the same — to support innovative solutions that create safe, stable, and nurturing environments for students to thrive beyond the classroom. My heart goes out to the communities living through this tragedy, and I have earmarked my personal contributions to ILF this year to support student well-being in areas that have been affected by the wildfires.”
“Through the generosity of Imagine Learning, the Imagine Learning Foundation has been able to support many great projects throughout the country,” said Chris Graham, Chairman and President of the Imagine Learning Foundation. “We look forward to continuing to support student well-being outside of the classroom in this upcoming grant cycle.”
Previous Imagine Signature Grant recipients include Up2Us Sports, Erika’s Lighthouse, WPSU (Penn State University Philanthropic Fund), Our Minds Matter, Genesys Works, Big Sky Youth Empowerment, Catie’s Closet, Giving the Basics, UpSpring, Our House, and SchoolHouse Connection/Attendance Works. Learn more about ILF’s grant recipients and its grant programs here.
The 2025 Imagine Signature Grant program is open for applications through April 9, 2025, with award winners notified in July 2025. The 2025 grant cycle timing is as follows:
Aside from the Imagine Signature Grant Program, ILF administers its Grassroots Grant Program throughout each fiscal year, awarding smaller grants to organizations nominated by Imagine Learning employees. These grants support initiatives focused on student well-being outside the classroom such as kindness campaigns, anti-bullying efforts, child bedlessness, and before/after-school programs that enhance self-confidence, attendance, resilience, and academic performance.
About Imagine Learning Foundation
Imagine Learning Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering the well-being of learners and those who support them at home and in their communities. Established in 2021, the foundation provides funding to mission-aligned national non-profit organizations that focus on enhancing the well-being of youth, families, and educators, with an emphasis on accelerating student achievement. Imagine Learning Foundation is the philanthropic initiative of Imagine Learning, a leading creator of K–12 digital-first solutions, working alongside teachers to support 18 million students in over half of the districts nationwide.
Examine this flipbook to learn more about the signers of the Declaration of Sentiments
Declaration of Sentiments
Genre: Document | Creator: Elizabeth Cady Stanton | Date: 1848
Background
Activist Elizabeth Cady Stanton read this declaration at the first women’s rights convention in Seneca Falls, New York, July 20, 1848. Modeled after the U.S. Declaration of Independence, the document argues for the moral, economic, and political equality of women. It was signed by 68 women and 32 men and signaled the beginning of the women’s rights movement in the United States.
We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men and women are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness . . .
The history of mankind is a history of repeated injuries and usurpations on the part of man toward woman, having in direct object the establishment of an absolute tyranny over her. To prove this, let facts be submitted to a candid world. . . .
Having deprived her of this first right of a citizen, the elective franchise, thereby leaving her without representation in the halls of legislation, he has oppressed her on all sides.
He has made her, if married, in the eye of the law, civilly dead.
He has taken from her all right in property, even to the wages she earns. . . .
He has monopolized nearly all the profitable employments, and from those she is permitted to follow, she receives but a scanty remuneration.
He closes against her all the avenues to wealth and distinction, which he considers most honorable to himself. As a teacher of theology, medicine, or law, she is not known.
He has denied her the facilities for obtaining a thorough education — all colleges being closed against her. . . .
Now, in view of this entire disfranchisement of one-half the people of this country, their social and religious degradation — in view of the unjust laws above mentioned, and because women do feel themselves aggrieved, oppressed, and fraudulently deprived of their most sacred rights, we insist that they have immediate admission to all the rights and privileges which belong to them as citizens of these United States.
Excerpted from “Declaration of Sentiments.”
Post the following question:
How do Americans continue to fight for equal rights for all citizens today?
Use this additional sourcing information to further contextualize the source in order to deepen students’ analysis and evaluation.
Elizabeth Cady Stanton invokes the language of the Declaration of Independence and declares the wrongs done to women by disenfranchising them.
Stanton outlined the precise wrongs that women must endure as a consequence of their disenfranchisement in an effort to demonstrate the injustices experienced by women in American society.
Stanton’s speech was designed for those gathered at the Seneca Falls Convention, but it was also meant to convince the larger American public.
This source borrows language directly from the Declaration of Independence. A review of the Declaration of Independence might help students better understand the significance of the similarities between the two documents.
This source follows the example of what is perhaps the most well-known declaration in the world: the Declaration of Independence. Remind students to consider the language of that declaration and how the Declaration of Sentiments follows its example.
Invite students to consider how Stanton convinces her audience to enfranchise women.
To extend discussions, consider asking the following questions.
March 4, 2025 9:00 am
A new white paper helps schools make future-ready learning real for students and educators.
Tempe, Arizona – March 4, 2025 – Districts and schools across the country are embracing the Portrait of a Graduate framework to redefine student success in the classroom and beyond. But turning that vision into daily classroom practice remains a challenge. Imagine Learning, the leading provider of digital-first PreK–12 solutions, and Battelle for Kids, a national nonprofit dedicated to transforming education, today released a new white paper to help schools move from aspiration to action.
Portrait of a Graduate, Deeper Learning, and High-Quality Instructional Materials: Bridging Vision and Practice is the latest research collaboration between the two organizations. They first partnered in 2024 to bridge the gap between educational vision and classroom implementation. Battelle for Kids’ leadership in developing and supporting state and district Portrait of a Graduate frameworks joins Imagine Learning’s expertise in delivering high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) and other research-backed curricula. Together, they offer schools a clear, actionable path to future-ready teaching and learning.
The white paper highlights how pairing deeper learning strategies with research-backed, HQIM helps schools create engaging, skill-driven classrooms.
“Educators need more than a vision — they need practical solutions that make that vision real,” said Sari Factor, Vice Chairman & Chief Strategy Officer for Imagine Learning. “Our high-quality instructional materials integrate deep learning strategies to help teachers build meaningful learning environments where students thrive.”
Why This Work Matters Now
The skills students need to succeed in the workforce are changing rapidly. As artificial intelligence and automation reshape industries, skills like analytical thinking, adaptability, and digital literacy have become essential for the future workforce (World Economic Forum, 2023). Yet, many schools struggle to align learning experiences with these evolving demands.
A strong Portrait of a Graduate framework defines the durable skills students need for success, but many districts lack the tools to integrate those competencies into daily learning.
“The Portrait of a Graduate isn’t just an aspirational framework—it’s a catalyst to spark transformation,” said Mike Duncan, President & CEO of Battelle for Kids. “But that change only happens when schools embed deeper learning into daily instruction.”
Key Strategies for Schools
The white paper provides actionable strategies for schools and districts, including:
Future-ready learning is a shift in how schools prepare students for what’s next. With the right tools, districts can move beyond theory and create classrooms where deeper learning happens every day.
Read the full white paper here.
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 18 million students in over half of the districts nationwide. Our core portfolio includes Imagine IM, Imagine Learning EL Education, Traverse, and Twig® Science. 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.
About Battelle for Kids
Battelle for Kids (BFK) is a national, not-for-profit organization helping to empower educators so that every student has hope, resilience, and the knowledge and skills to be future-ready. BFK has helped hundreds of school districts and state agencies design, launch, and bring their shared community visions — the Portrait of a Graduate — to life, impacting the learning experiences of millions of students nationwide. For more information, visit bfk.org.
March 3, 2025 9:00 am
Imagine Learning’s approval by the Mississippi Department of Education provides K–12 educators with innovative math and social studies resources.
Tempe, Arizona — February 25, 2025 — Imagine Learning, a leader in digital-first educational solutions, today announced that the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) has approved Imagine IM for K–8 Mathematics and Traverse for 6–12 Social Studies for inclusion on its state-adopted high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) list. These programs align with Mississippi’s College- and Career-Readiness Standards, enhancing instruction with inquiry-based, digital-first learning experiences that engage students and support educators.
Traverse and Imagine IM, the certified Illustrative Mathematics v. 360 curriculum optimized for engagement, accessibility and usability, provide Mississippi educators with comprehensive, customizable solutions for math and social studies that support flexible implementation models. These programs equip teachers with the tools they need to foster meaningful student discourse, critical thinking, and real-world application of knowledge. By combining evidence-based practices with dynamic digital resources, Imagine IM and Traverse empower students to thrive academically and prepare for success beyond the classroom.
“Imagine IM and Traverse give Mississippi educators the resources to engage students, strengthen instruction, and build critical thinking skills,” said Kinsey Rawe, Executive Vice President and Chief Product Officer at Imagine Learning. “We’re proud to support teachers with high-quality materials that drive meaningful learning and lasting achievement.”
Mississippi’s K–12 students made gains in their learning in 2024. Fourth graders ranked number one in score improvements in reading and math according to the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) released in January, while eighth-grade scores held steady. The state also saw record levels of students at both grade levels ranking as proficient or advanced in both subjects.
Imagine IM: A Comprehensive Approach to K–12 Mathematics
Imagine IM delivers a discourse-driven curriculum that builds deep mathematical understanding through student exploration and problem-solving. As a certified Illustrative Mathematics partner, Imagine IM is the new version of the IM v. 360 curriculum that has been optimized for usability, accessibility, and engagement. By combining digital and print components, this K–8 program adapts to diverse classroom needs and supports learners at all levels. Key features:
Traverse: A Digital-First, Inquiry-Driven Social Studies Curriculum
Traverse transforms social studies education with inquiry-based learning, active collaboration, and critical analysis of diverse perspectives. The innovative, digital-first social studies core curriculum solution is designed to help students become informed citizens and equips educators with a robust platform to build civic literacy and historical thinking skills. Key features:
Traverse features lessons developed specifically for Mississippi educators and students, helping connect everyday life to the expansive world learners will explore. In “World History: Emergence of the Modern World to the Present,” students will learn about local scientists while investigating the Scientific Reformation; in “World History: Beginnings to the Reformation,” they will compare the architecture of Ole Miss to the style of the Ancient Greeks.
For more information, visit the Imagine IM Mississippi page here and the Traverse Mississippi page here.
About Imagine Learning
Imagine Learning provides digital-first solutions that support educators and empower students across K–12 education. Serving over 18 million students in more than half of U.S. school districts, Imagine Learning’s comprehensive portfolio includes Imagine IM, Imagine Learning EL Education, Traverse, and Twig® Science, along with supplemental and intervention programs for literacy, math, and coding. Imagine Edgenuity® and Imagine EdgeEX® offer cutting-edge courseware solutions, complemented by Imagine School Services’ Certified Teachers. Imagine Learning. Empower potential. Learn more at imaginelearning.com.