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WF2453650 Shaped 2025 Blog Post Arlington ISD Customer Story Hero

Learn how Arlington ISD in Texas strengthened its MTSS model with data-driven practices and high‑impact interventions like Read 180 and Math 180.

Jennifer Corujo
Shaped Editor

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A look at why strong ELA instruction includes both whole books and well‑chosen excerpts—helping students build deep comprehension, background knowledge, and a love of reading.

Jennifer Hitt
VP, Product Management

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Education leaders weigh in on new NWEA data showing why universal screening and automatic enrollment are key to Algebra access in 8th grade.

Lindsay Dworkin
Senior Vice President, Policy & Government Affairs

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Learn how thoughtful language and curiosity-driven teaching can inspire every learner to embrace math with confidence.

Julie Grove
VP of Product Management and Strategy for Mathematics at HMH

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Discover how HQIM 2.0 moves beyond static curriculum to empower teachers with adaptable, data-driven tools—helping them plan, act, and teach with confidence.

Lindsay Dworkin
Senior Vice President, Policy & Government Affairs

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Discover how Morgan County School District in rural West Virginia boosted reading proficiency through Read 180® and MAP® Growth™. Learn actionable strategies for early intervention, data-driven instruction, and fostering student confidence

Onalee Smith
Shaped Contributor

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Explore why using assessment data to inform instruction is key to making informed teaching decisions and improving student achievement.

Jonathan Fine
Shaped Contributor

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Dorchester School District Two in South Carolina uses MTSS along with Read 180 to ensure all students find success in reading.

Richard Blankman
Shaped Executive Editor

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Explore grade-level, student group, and state data—and learn actionable strategies to accelerate reading progress beyond the latest test results.

Lindsay Dworkin
Senior Vice President, Policy & Government Affairs

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Discover four research-based strategies that help middle school students tackle complex texts with confidence.

Miah Daughtery, EdD
NWEA VP, Content Advocacy-Literacy, HMH

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2024 US Virgin Islands Teacher of the Year Ms. Astral Battiste shares her literacy initiative, family support efforts, and practical teaching tips for new educators.

Jennifer Corujo
Shaped Editor

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The 2025 Educator Confidence Report (ECR) shows a hopeful shift in teacher outlook. Learn how technology is empowering educators and fueling optimism in classrooms.

Jennifer Corujo
Shaped Editor

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Discover the latest trends in educational technology in 2025 and how they’re shaping the future of teaching and learning.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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Discover why a positive school culture drives engagement, achievement, and resilience—and learn seven actionable steps to build it.

Dr. Adam Drummond-Konopasek
Author, Associate Partner; Center for Model Schools Instructional Leadership

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Learn how education data, when used wisely, helps make great teaching possible and improves student outcomes.

Francie Alexander
Senior Vice President, Efficacy & Consulting Research

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Lessons learned after looking back at 5 years of Teacher's Corner on Ed, HMH’s learning platform

Lea Ozeri
SVP Product Development, HMH

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Read more about the future of education in the age of AI and how it must remain human-centered, curriculum-connected, and teacher-led.

Lindsay Dworkin
Senior Vice President, Policy & Government Affairs