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Exciting to see Math Matters providing North Carolina and other states with concrete policy recommendations for improving math education outcomes! ➡️ webservices.ncleg.gov/ViewDocSiteF...

See where your state stands at mathmatters.org #MathMatters

Building The Basics: Why Knowledge and Skills in Math Matter  Discover how state policies and high-quality instructional materials build foundational math skills and proficiency in K-8 students.

From kindergarten to 8th grade, students need to develop both knowledge—geometry, statistics, algebra—AND skills like reasoning, perseverance and pattern recognition. Learn which state policies support this holistic approach to math education. ⤵️ excelined.org/2026/01/16/w...

The ExcelinEd "Matters" Sites: Literacy, Math, School Choice, College & Career Pathways ExcelinEd's "Matters" network-Literacy, Math, School Choice and Pathways-to learn more about education policy that drives student success.

Every state has the power to deliver a great education for every student. ExcelinEd's "Matters" sites show you how with interactive tools covering literacy, math, school choice and career readiness ⤵️ excelined.org/2026/01/15/t...

A Workshop and Webinar Series on International Practices in K-12 Mathematics Education: The Role of Computational Thinking, Data Science, and AI An international workshop and webinar series on how leading countries are modernizing secondary math curricula. Experts will share best practices for curriculum revision, essential competencies for global competitiveness, and alignment with classroom tech...

Hear from education leaders across 14 countries on how they're rethinking math curriculum and teaching practices around computational thinking, data science and AI. Useful for anyone looking to learn more about trends in K-12 math education. www.nationalacademies.org/projects/PGA...

Designing ESA Programs for Scale and Sustainability   Education Scholarship Accounts can scale faster with ESA codes. See how HSA-style systems improve efficiency and sustainability.

ESAs give families flexible education funding but scaling them for increasing numbers of participants means tackling administrative hurdles like reimbursements and customer experience. Explore how ESA purchasing codes combined with modern tech can ensure sustainability. excelined.org/2026/01/31/d...

ExcelinEd in the field ➡️ Michael Chartier and Casey Taylor traveled to Nebraska, where Casey presented to legislators on third grade promotion policies improving literacy in states like Mississippi. Thank you, Governor Pillen for convening this conversation!

Foundations for a Brighter Future: Introducing the 2026 Education Policy Playbook   An overview of the 2026 Education Policy Playbook, detailing evidence-based strategies for literacy, math, accountability and school choice.

When we put students at the center of every decision, amazing things happen. Explore our 2026 Education Policy Playbook for innovative, research-backed strategies that are shaping the future of learning: excelined.org/2026/01/15/f...

In marathon to improve Maryland students’ literacy, Carey Wright begins the next mile The Maryland State Department of Education released a draft literacy policy for adolescents, but achieving literacy goals will take time.

Dr. Kymyona Burk, Senior Policy Director for Literacy, was featured in a Baltimore Sun article on Maryland's literacy efforts and what the state can learn from Mississippi's past success to continue strengthening adolescent literacy. Read the article here: www.baltimoresun.com/2026/02/04/m...

New Jersey Is Moving to End HS Graduation Exam. It Must Not Let Standards Slip Cerf: New Gov. Mikie Sherrill must ensure that the state's students are learning and graduates are truly prepared for success as they enter adulthood.

As graduation exam requirements quietly disappear across America, ExcelinEd Board Member Chris Cerf reminds us why maintaining rigorous accountability standards matters. ⤵️ www.the74million.org/article/new-...

Welcome to ExcelinEd's official BlueSky account. We'll be using this platform to share our work on education reform, highlight innovative practices and stay connected with educators, policymakers, and advocates across the country. Follow us for more!