The Olympics are almost here. Even if they aren’t a big focus in your classroom, they’re part of the broader world students are growing up in—and that makes them a useful, familiar context to draw from when it fits naturally into instruction. In Humanizing Mathematics PreK–5, the Olympics aren’t a unit or a theme. They […]

Cassie Leman, a middle school math teacher at Mentor Public Schools (OH), has been named the Open Up Resources Teacher of the Month for February 2026. Leman is being recognized for her outstanding work in her classroom and ongoing support of teachers across the country as a member of the Open Up Resources National Professional […]

There’s a moment at every HIVE conference that stays with me long after the final session ends. It’s rarely tied to a slide or a perfectly crafted takeaway. It’s the quiet conversation that begins with, “Can I be honest about what’s hard right now?” It’s the nod of recognition when someone names a shared challenge. […]

Open Up CEO, Jason Isaacs, reflects on 2025 and shares how we expanded access to high-quality teaching and learning through educator-centered curriculum, professional learning, and growing peer communities—highlighting the impact of district partnerships and a continued commitment to supporting educators and students nationwide. As I reflect on 2025, I am filled with gratitude for the […]

Lauren Morgan, a 5th grade ELA teacher at Pennsauken Intermediate School (NJ), has been named the Open Up Resources Teacher of the Month for January 2026. Morgan is being recognized for her outstanding work in her classroom and ongoing support of teachers across the country as a member of the Open Up Resources National Professional […]

A New Four-Part Professional Learning Webinar Series for California Educators Across California, K–8 math educators are working to build language-rich, accessible classrooms where all students can reason, communicate, and confidently explore grade-level content. As multilingual learners become a growing part of our student population, the need for instructional materials, classroom structures, and intentional language development […]