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May 20, 2024
Two IL Graduating Seniors Named First Recipients of OUR High School Mathematics Scholarship
On Sunday afternoon, Chiemela Samuel Onyenso and Deven West, new graduates of Thornwood High School in South Holland (IL), were named the 2024 recipients of the Open Up Resources High School Mathematics Scholarship. The award was presented by Open Up Resources CEO Jason Isaacs at Thornwood High School’s graduation ceremony. New in 2024, the Open Up Resources High School […]

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May 16, 2024
Bookworms for K-5 ELA Educators with Dr. Sharon Walpole
Meet the author of Bookworms K–5 Reading & Writing, Dr. Sharon Walpole, and learn more about what makes this rich, research-based curriculum a wonderful choice for your classrooms.

May 14, 2024
Opening Up to New Opportunities
Hi there! My name is Tyler Nathaniel Turner, and I want to share a little bit of my background to start. It is currently a new year, 2024, and I have been teaching math for about 6 years now! This is my second year as a community coach with Open Up Resources. My journey to […]

April 25, 2024
Gasser Selected as National Teacher of the Month for April 2024
Michelle Gasser, a Middle School ELA Teacher at Vertical Skills Academy (CO), has been named the Open Up Resources Teacher of the Month for April 2024. Gasser 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 […]

April 22, 2024
OUR Day of Service: Celebrating Community Impact
At Open Up Resources, we believe in giving back to the communities we serve. Each year, on April 1st, we commemorate our founding with a Day of Service. On this day, our office closes its doors as our team members head out to make a positive difference in the world around us. Here are just […]

April 16, 2024
Finding Joy and Empowerment Through Storytelling: Reflections from MRA 2024
As a non-profit organization dedicated to creating supportive learning environments, Open Up Resources recently had the privilege of attending the 68th Annual Michigan Reading Association Conference. Centered around the theme of JOY, with a focus on celebration through storytelling, the conference was a rich tapestry of learning experiences, collaboration, and inspiration. One session that particularly […]