In The Martian, science saves the day. In real life, strong science education shapes innovation, workforce readiness, and our ability to solve global challenges. But too many students still lack access. Read more: www.forbes.com/sites/jimcow...

Math feels abstract to too many students. In @the74.bsky.social, former math teacher Heidi Bruhn shows how the Olympics make concepts like speed, ratios, and data real. “Relevance supports rigor.” Worth the read. 🏒🧠 www.the74million.org/article/spli...

What teachers say in math class matters. A new study links frequent use of mathematical vocabulary to stronger student performance—especially in elementary grades. hechingerreport.org/proof-points...

A new report from NCTQ shows that 4 in 10 teacher prep programs are actively making the workforce less diverse. If we want classrooms that reflect and serve all students, we need to fix the pipeline. Read what teacher prep programs & policymakers can do: teacherdiversity.nctq.org/brief/drivin...

New commentary in @edsource.org from @chadaldeman.bsky.social spotlights a hard truth: California’s math challenges start early...and compound every year students stay in school. Chad breaks down the data and offers a path forward: edsource.org/2025/math-ed...

Good intentions don’t guarantee great messaging. Rapid testing does. Vote for our SXSW EDU 2026 session & learn how to "Test Before You Invest." participate.sxsw.com/flow/sxsw/sx...

Good intentions don’t guarantee great messaging. Rapid testing does. Vote for our SXSW EDU 2026 session & learn how to "Test Before You Invest." participate.sxsw.com/flow/sxsw/sx...

It’s #SummerLearningWeek—and math can happen anywhere. @chadaldeman.bsky.social shares how parents are making math real at home—from road trips to recipes to budgeting for a family dog. Read the new blog via #WeAreAllSolvers: weareallsolvers.org/how-parents-...

States are rethinking how they support curriculum choices. From quality to local control—what works, and what doesn’t? Join our webinar on July 22 @ 12PM ET to hear from experts at KSDE, AR DESE, EdReports, and Rivet Education. Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Changes to federal STEM funding may reduce access to robotics camps and advanced math courses. This piece from @the74.bsky.social shares 4 ways families can support STEM learning at home this summer: www.the74million.org/article/4-cr...

Are states doing enough to close early math gaps? New analysis from @chadaldeman.bsky.social shows most gaps start in 3rd grade and widen by 8th. #WeAreAllSolvers weareallsolvers.org/math-gaps-em...

What happens when a whole state takes on math? In RI, it looks like kids, parents—even the governor—playing and learning together. Learn365RI is changing the equation. www.forbes.com/sites/jimcow...

Only 4 states require high-quality math curricula. NCTQ's new report shows state support for math still lags behind reading. Jocelyn Pickford breaks it down on CurriculumHQ + what states can do better. curriculumhq.org/curriculumab... #MathPolicy #CurriculumMatters #EdPolicy

{new} I talked with Jessica Sobin, the Director of D.C.'s high-impact tutoring program, to hear how it's going and what they've learned so far --> Via @studentsuccess.bsky.social: eduprogress.org/making-tutor...

We’re proud to announce the launch of weareallsolvers.org, the new home for the Collaborative for Student Success’ We’re All Solvers campaign! Every student deserves a high-quality math education—and every community has a role to play. weareallsolvers.org

Math, games, and fun are heading to Rhode Island! We’re bringing the Solvers’ Social to support #MathMattersRI with hands-on ways to build Healthy Math Homes. Join us, @GovDanMcKee, and @AInfanteGreen TOMORROW, 9AM-12PM for a Math Extravaganza! www.eventbrite.com/e/math-extra...

{new} As of late last year, 40 states and DC had passed “science of reading” laws. But what about math? I interviewed Arun Ramanathan @ PowerMyLearning to hear what's missing on the math side --> eduprogress.org/comparing-in... via @studentsuccess.bsky.social

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Math, games, and fun are heading to Rhode Island! We’re bringing the Solvers’ Social to support the state’s #MathMattersRI campaign—with hands-on ways to build Healthy Math Homes and help every child see themselves as a math person. www.eventbrite.com/e/math-extra...

{new} Five Takeaways on Evidence-Based Practices for Algebra 1 --> eduprogress.org/five-takeawa... via @studentsuccess.bsky.social

A student’s math score at age 11 is linked to their salary at age 30. We can’t ignore what the NAEP results show: flat growth, widening gaps. The time for small tweaks is over — we need real math reform, now. www.usatoday.com/story/sponso...

{new} Did you know states take longer to release their annual test results than than they did 20 years ago? It's true! I crunched the numbers and point to a few leading exemplars in my latest piece for @studentsuccess.bsky.social: eduprogress.org/state-test-r...

ICYMI, I wrote about a low-cost, highly effective math program that helps teachers assign, support, and grade student homework --> eduprogress.org/a-low-cost-h... via @studentsuccess.bsky.social

With limited funding and ongoing student need, cost-effective solutions are more important than ever. ASSISTments is one math program showing strong results without a high price tag. Learn more on #EduProgress: eduprogress.org/a-low-cost-h...

In the latest on CurriculumHQ, Jocelyn Pickford examines Texas—a state with a long history of local control—offering an updated roadmap for aligning district choice with state priorities. curriculumhq.org/curriculumab...

Canceling $3 billion in tutoring programs and construction projects was dumb, short-sighted, and bad for kids —>

The 2024 March Mathness tournament featured 16 promising math programs—but the real win is seeing where they are now. Check out what our judges had to say about some of their favorite initiatives one year later: forstudentsuccess.org/march-mathne...

new} Why I'm bullish on automatic enrollment policies, via @studentsuccess.bsky.social --> eduprogress.org/automatic-en...

The Dept. of Ed. granted 41 states & territories more time to spend COVID relief funds—until it didn’t. Now, billions have been yanked back to the Treasury, leaving kids & schools in the lurch. More from @chadaldeman.bsky.social on this decision: eduprogress.org/mcmahon-call...

March Mathness is back! But this year, we’re checking in on last year’s top contenders. Who’s still leading the pack in math recovery? @chadaldeman.bsky.social dives into the latest wins from Alabama, automatic enrollment, and more. eduprogress.org/march-mathne...

“NAEP is the education equivalent of the canary in the coal mine, warning us of deficiencies in K-12 education when there is still time to act.” Without it, parents & policymakers are left in the dark. rollcall.com/2025/03/26/w...

At #SXSWEDU, we turned math into more than just numbers—it became a party that challenged math myths! The best part? We had fun while breaking down barriers and sparking curiosity. Catch the vibe and keep solving at eduprogress.org/math #WeAreAllSolvers #Mathisfun

North Carolina is taking its success in literacy and applying it to math! The PRISM initiative is giving rural educators high-quality, long-term professional learning to strengthen math instruction. Read more on #CurriculumHQ: curriculumhq.org/curriculumab...

How can better instructional materials and teacher support transform K-12 education? Our Executive Director, Jim Cowen, joins The Rachael Maves Podcast to discuss real solutions for student success. 🎧 Listen here:

TONIGHT: Math is coming out to play! Join us at @SXSWEDU for the Solvers’ Social—a happy hour where board games meet big ideas. See you there! 📍 Moonshine 📷 Tuesday, March 4th 5-7 PM schedule.sxswedu.com/2025/events/... #WeAreAllSolvers #SXSWEDU

TOMORROW: Math is coming out to play! Join us at @SXSWEDU for the Solvers’ Social—a happy hour where board games meet big ideas. 📍 Moonshine 📷 Tuesday, March 4th 5-7 PM schedule.sxswedu.com/2025/events/... #WeAreAllSolvers #SXSWEDU

{new} Read about about my vision for the future of state assessments @studentsuccess.bsky.social —>

{new} The education sector is entering a new era, and the playbook has to be different than it has been for the last few years. Read my latest piece @studentsuccess.bsky.social -->

📉 Many states are lowering proficiency standards. Virginia is raising the bar. A new Forbes piece highlights how VA is tackling the “Honesty Gap,” improving transparency & accountability in education. Read more 👇 www.forbes.com/sites/jimcow...

New report finds that parents overwhelmingly support statewide assessments—when they see how the data is used to help students. 80%+ of parents want assessment data to direct resources where they’re needed most. How can schools build trust? Read more: edtrust.org/rti/how-dist...

With 150,000+ job openings annually in high-tech industries, KY is building an education system that meets the moment. A new accelerated education bill could be a game-changer for student success. Learn more: forbes.com/sites/jimcow... #FutureReady #KYEd

{new} Tariffs could cost schools billions How much? We don’t really know for sure. But read my breakdown @studentsuccess.bsky.social —> eduprogress.org/tariffs-will...

A 25% tariff on school supplies? That could mean $12B+ in extra costs for public schools. Read the latest from @chadaldeman.bsky.social on #EduProgress: eduprogress.org/tariffs-will...

We are proud to be part of this coalition calling for updated math policies and practices that provide all students, especially those from underserved communities, with access to a high quality math education.

A coalition of experts and advocates are calling on education leaders to prioritize evidence-based math policies and practices for schools in light of disappointing results from the Nation’s Report Card. Learn what’s making a difference for kids now here: forstudentsuccess.org/beyond-the-d...

@studentsuccess.bsky.social Diving into NAEP math

Have you ever heard someone say, “I’m just not a 'math person'?” It's time to give math a second chance. In her new TED Talk, Zearn CEO & Co-Founder Shalinee Sharma shares her experiences and offers four steps to help everyone thrive in math. Watch: bit.ly/4fLbK4d

ICYMI, the retention rate for third graders before the start of the 2024-25 school year wasn't as high as many feared.

The Purple Star School Program is a game-changer for military families—but there’s room to grow. Discover how thoughtful changes could make an even greater impact for students, families, and military readiness: www.forbes.com/sites/jimcow...

"By prioritizing credibility, transparency and teacher inclusion in the development of state assessments, we can create tools that truly reflect student learning and help guide effective instruction. Read more from a leading NJ science educator: www.njspotlightnews.org/2025/01/op-e...