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 […]

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 […]

“Anchor charts are not wallpaper. They are a co-created resource and reference for children. Consider where you can display anchor charts in the classroom for students to use them as you learn together.” – Iysha Dent If we’re honest, we’ve all seen (or made!) anchor charts that look beautiful but turn into background décor. The […]

In Open Up Resources K–8 Math – California Standards, language is more than vocabulary; it’s the bridge to understanding. Math Language Routines (MLRs), developed by Stanford University’s Center for Professional Development and the Stanford Center for Assessment, Learning, and Equity (SCALE), were designed to help all students, particularly multilingual learners, develop the language needed for […]

Anchor charts are often mistaken for classroom décor—colorful, cute, and static. But the best ones are alive. They capture students’ reasoning, evolve with learning, and empower independence. When used intentionally, they transform from pretty posters into powerful pedagogical tools. At HIVE 2025, I led a session titled “Making Thinking Visible with Anchor Charts” to help […]