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How K-12 Administrators Can Run a 10-Minute ELA Audit

Use this 10-minute ELA curriculum audit to quickly scan your school’s full ELA system for research-aligned literacy indicators, identify gaps, and plan next steps

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Meeting the AI Moment in Education—and How We Get It Right

AI is reshaping education—discover how to harness its potential and ensure we get it right for learners everywhere.

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Henry County Schools’ Strategic Approach to High-Quality Instruction in Every Classroom

See how one school system created a unified approach to instruction—aligning curriculum, professional learning, and feedback into a clear, scalable playbook.

Zoe Del Mar

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5 Things We Can Learn from This Year’s 180 Award Winners

From goal-setting to classroom routines, here are five practices shaping the success of this year’s 180 Award-winning teachers.

Brenda Iasevoli

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Intervention vs. Remediation in Education: How They’re Different & Why That Matters

Compare intervention vs remediation in education, including how they're different, why they're important, and strategies and activities to implement them

Dr. Bonnie Cochran

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Rethinking MTSS for Multilingual Learners

The MTSS framework is just one piece of the full picture in supporting multilingual learners. Discover how asset-based approaches and intentional language scaffolding create stronger systems of support that help multilingual learners thrive.

Stephanie Nash
Product Marketing Director, K–12 ELD and Multilingual Learners

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5 Things We Can Learn from This Year’s 180 Award Winners

From goal-setting to classroom routines, here are five practices shaping the success of this year’s 180 Award-winning teachers.

Brenda Iasevoli
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More Than a Teacher: Motivating and Mentoring Students with Mr. Ramon Griffin

Discover how Math 180 teacher Mr. Ramon Griffin blends teaching and mentorship to help students build confidence and achieve meaningful academic growth. Learn how his approach at Thurgood Marshall Academy is transforming student outcomes and inspiring long-term success.

Jennifer Corujo
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Math Intervention Activities and Lessons

Try these math intervention activities and lessons to help K-12 students achieve grade-level proficiency in mathematics

Richard Blankman
Shaped Executive Editor

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Designing Learning for a Neuroinclusive Classroom

See how accessibility can be a made a part of classroom design, especially for neurodivergent students.

Stacey Lawson
Executive Administrator, Core & Supplemental Solutions, HMH

Francie Alexander
Senior Vice President, Efficacy & Consulting Research

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Research-Based Phonemic Awareness Interventions

Discover why research-based phonemic awareness interventions matter—and get strategies, sample intervention plans, and activities for K–12 students.

Amber Silverman
Shaped Contributor

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What Is Tier 1 Intervention in Education?

What is Tier 1 intervention in education? Learn what Tier 1 intervention really means, how it supports differentiated instruction, and which instructional strategies strengthen core instruction for all students.

Onalee Smith
Shaped Contributor

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NWEA principal content designer, HMH

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Intervention vs. Remediation in Education: How They’re Different & Why That Matters 

Compare intervention vs remediation in education, including how they're different, why they're important, and strategies and activities to implement them

Dr. Bonnie Cochran
Director of Academic Planning and Analytics, HMH

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Lessons From Thurgood Marshall Academy: How Data Drives Purposeful Intervention and Growth

Discover how one school uses data-driven intervention to accelerate learning, close gaps, and boost student confidence.

Jennifer Corujo
Shaped Editor

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Evidence-Based Dyslexia Intervention Strategies to Support Striving Readers

Empower your instruction with research‑backed dyslexia strategies that help you support striving readers with confidence and clarity.

Zoe Del Mar
Shaped Executive Editor

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Read 180: Frequently Asked Questions

Read 180 is an intervention reading program notably known for helping Grades 3–12 students gain one or more years of average growth in one year. Discover the answers to Read 180 frequently asked questions to learn more about this solution.

Cathy Ferrara
VP Product Management & Strategy, HMH

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Differentiated Instruction for Special Education Students

Dr. Suzanne Jimenez, HMH's director of academic planning and data analytics, shares insights on differentiated instruction for special education students.

Dr. Suzanne Jimenez
Director of Academic Planning and Data Analytics at HMH

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How Arlington ISD Built a Strong, Data‑Driven Intervention System

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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What Leaders Are Saying About Algebra Access

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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8 Steps to Developing an MTSS Plan (and Other Considerations)

Explore 8 steps to developing an MTSS Plan. An MTSS implementation plan provides a framework for improving student achievement

Amanda Clark
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Response to Intervention (RTI) Strategies for Each Intervention Tier

Explore response to intervention (RTI) strategies for each intervention tier. RTI principles provide a framework to assess student achievement.

Sara Austin
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10 Benefits of MTSS

Read about 10 benefits of MTSS. Research shows that the MTSS framework is a proven method for improving student performance.

Amanda Clark
Shaped Contributor

What Is Schoolwide PBIS?

What Are Schoolwide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (SWPBIS)?

Learn more about schoolwide positive behavioral interventions and supports (SWPBIS), a framework for promoting positive behaviors and appropriate interventions.

Sara Austin
Shaped Contributor

AWARDS & ACCOLADES

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Shorty Awards

Audience Honor, 2023, Shaped

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Digiday Content Marketing Awards

Finalist, 2023, Shaped

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People’s Choice Podcast Awards

Finalist, 2021 & 2023, Teachers in America

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