Articles & Resources
March 06, 2024
Read Across America Week: Six Must Reads from the CEOs of EL Education & Open Up Resources
As K-12 curriculum leaders, Scott Hartl (EL Education) and Jason Isaacs (Open Up Resources) have a unique vantage point on Read Across America Week 2024. This annual celebration of reading and literacy is a call to action for what both organizations believe is the foundation of being a global citizen and active participant in democracy—the […]
March 04, 2024
Get Ready to Unlock the Future at HIVE 2024
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 […]
March 01, 2024
A Summary of the Effects of Bookworms Literacy Curriculum on Student Achievement in Grades 2-5
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, […]
February 15, 2024
Unlocking Education Excellence: HIVE 2024 Unveils Exciting Content Lineup
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 […]
January 16, 2024
Open Up Resources’ Brooke Powers on ‘Difference Makers’ Podcast
In a recent episode of the “Difference Makers” podcast, host Joanie Readout spoke with Brooke Powers, the Managing Director of Academics, Equity, and Social Justice 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.
January 10, 2024
Empower Your Classroom: Join Our 5-Part Workshop Series on Classroom Equity
As we usher in a new year, Open Up Resources is excited to present a transformative opportunity to strengthen your classroom’s foundation – our 5-part workshop series, “5 Essential Practices for Classroom Equity.”