Excitement is building as we count down to HIVE 2024, and our communities are buzzing with anticipation! We eagerly anticipate the cultivation of new connections, the uncovering of innovative strategies, and the inspiration that will drive positive change in our educational spaces. It’s not just the excitement of an annual national conference in the summer […]

A recent study by May, H., Strong, J., & Walpole, S. (2023) delves into the impact of the Bookworms K-5 Reading and Writing program on student achievement. This comprehensive study spanned 17 elementary schools over three school years, with a total of 8,806 participants spanning grades 2 through 5. Utilizing a comparative interrupted time-series design, […]

Excitement is building as HIVE 2024 gears up to offer attendees an unparalleled professional learning experience. This year’s event promises a dynamic lineup of speakers, sessions, and social opportunities that will leave educators inspired and equipped with valuable insights to enhance their practice. While our speaker lineup is finalized, here’s a sneak peek at some […]

In a recent episode of the “Difference Makers” podcast, host Joanie Readout spoke with Brooke Powers, the Managing Director of Academics at Open Up Resources. Brooke, a former recipient of the Milken Educator Award, is a passionate advocate for education reform and a true difference maker in her field.

Linda Labadidi, a middle school Multilingual (MLL) Resource Teacher at Elgin Math and Science Academy (IL), has been named the Open Up Resources Teacher of the Month for December 2023. Labadidi is being recognized for her outstanding work in her classroom and ongoing support of teachers across the country as a member of the Open […]

Kristie Mattingly, a secondary mathematics educator at Lincoln County School District (KY), has been named the Open Up Resources Teacher of the Month for November 2023. Mattingly 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 […]