Curriculum Associates

Can you imagine going back to 8th grade? Sounds a little terrifying, right? 😅 Well, I did just this week—and to my surprise, it was amazing. I had the opportunity to visit a group of 8th grade students in Waco, TX to talk about something most people wouldn’t expect to wow a room full of teens: psychometrics. I braced myself for eye rolls and blank stares. But what I got instead? Thoughtful questions. Honest feedback. Nods of understanding. Even applause. We dove into measurement error and how things like test length, fatigue, stress, and engagement can influence it. I drew a diagram on the board (yes, it was epic!) and before I knew it, we were all brainstorming ways to balance these challenges together. And you know what? I learned just as much as they did. 🧠 8th graders want autonomy and agency over their testing experience    😰 Testing causes them stress—something we must keep in mind as developers   ⌛ Spreading tests across multiple days can heighten fatigue and anxiety To my fellow psychometricians and assessment designers: if you want "maximize the information" you get from test data, we need to get out there and talk with the students we're designing for. They’re not just test takers—they’re partners in the process. #Education #Psychometrics #EdTech Curriculum Associates

Last Wednesday we welcomed over 50 educators in Saratoga to participate in our Literacy Learning Lounge hosted by #iReady Partners. National Literacy Consultant, Lindsay Kinsey, collaborated with educators from Argyle Central School and GALWAY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT to share how small shifts in their literacy #instruction, materials, and #professionallearning has led to big gains for students, while elevating teachers' application of #ScienceOfReading based practices. Special thanks to the #ENY Curriculum Associates team and leadership for their support - Jennifer Hanley, Elizabeth Bump, Jason Arnold, M.Ed. (He/Him/His), Don Masters #MagneticReadingFoundations #MagneticReading #PhonicsForReading #MagneticLiteracy

🌟 Employee Spotlight: Meet Marie Ellen Sigman Marie has been an integral part of Curriculum Associates for over 30 years, experiencing incredible growth and change along the way. So much has changed since 1994, but the community and opportunities to learn and grow have always remained constant. Marie was even the first to onboard an i-Ready account and feels fortunate to have been part of this incredible journey from the early days. Join us in celebrating her remarkable contributions and dedication! 🎉 #InsideCA #FacesOfCA #EdTech #iReady

Thank you, Curriculum Associates, for an enriching and inspiring NorCal Impact in Action Symposium! Honored to present alongside Naomi Kent and share our Classroom Mathematics implementation and coaching journey with education leaders. Grateful for our true partnership!

This month's Extraordinary Educators Leadership Collaborative virtual call was led by the incredible Dr. Kiana Pendleton, who facilitated insightful discussions on how principals and vice principals can leverage i-Ready to target academic supports, create instructional groupings, and support small group instruction. These conversations empower school leaders to make data-driven decisions that support both educators and students. We’re grateful for this community of Extraordinary Educators who are dedicated to improving learning outcomes every day! #ExtraordinaryEducators #EdTech #iReady #InstructionalSupport #EdLeadership #EdChat

What’s My North Star? I’ve always believed execution and strategy drive business growth. But over time, I realized it’s not just about what we do—it’s about why we do it. My journey through different organizations put me on a path of transformation. But at Curriculum Associates, it hit the bullseye. From day one, I was struck by the commitment, loyalty, and passion of the people around me. This wasn’t just about a paycheck. It was something much deeper. Being the curious person I am, I had researched Curriculum Associates before joining. A 54-year-old history. A strong mission from its founders. Leadership transitions from Rob to Kelly Sia—all of it intrigued me. But one question still lingered in my mind: How does a company achieve a 93%+ renewal rate year after year? What makes it stand out? And then it clicked. Here every decision comes down to one thing: Are we making an impact on students? Why Long-Term Growth Depends on Mission-Driven Leadership Every great company faces the same challenge: How do we scale while staying true to what made us successful? The answer? Mission. Integrity in Decision-Making A clear mission acts as a filter. At CA, student impact simplifies even the toughest business decisions. And it’s not just CA—mission-driven companies perform better. Companies with engaged employees see 21% higher profitability. (Source: Marq.com) Commitment That Inspires Action People don’t work harder just because they have to. They do it because they believe in something bigger. A 10% increase in employees feeling connected to their mission reduces turnover by 8.1% and boosts profitability by 4.4%. (Source: Gallup) Change That Happens With Cooperation, Not Resistance, Mission-driven leadership aligns teams. It reduces friction. It makes transformation a shared goal—not a top-down mandate. And that’s the difference between companies that thrive… and those that struggle. Short-term wins don’t build lasting companies. The businesses that attract top talent, build customer loyalty, and stand the test of time? They make their mission the North Star. At Curriculum Associates, I’ve seen firsthand how a clear mission creates: * Consistency * Trust * Resilience At the end of the day, businesses don’t grow because of strategy alone. They grow because people believe in something bigger than themselves. * Mission-driven companies don’t just survive—they lead. * Mission-driven leaders don’t just manage—they inspire. * Mission-driven businesses don’t just grow—they endure. Because true growth—the kind that lasts—starts with purpose. What’s your North Star? #MissionDriven #BusinessGrowth #Leadership #Integrity #Commitment #LongTermSuccess

Thank you for joining us today for an engaging webinar with Dr. Anita Archer, who captivated us with her expert insights on delivering explicit instruction and high-leverage practices that promote engagement and learning. Key takeaways: ✅ Classroom Organization Matters – Space sets expectations, and time is valuable! ✅ Teach Expectations Explicitly – Predictability fosters ability. If you want it, teach it! ✅ Actively Supervise – Walk around, look around, and talk around. ✅ Pre-Correct and Reinforce Positively – If you expect it, pre-correct it. When you see it, say it! Missed it? We’ll be sharing the recording soon! What was your biggest takeaway from today’s webinar? Let us know in the comments! ⬇️ #AnitaArcher #EdTech #EdChat #ExplicitInstruction #ClassroomEngagement

💡 Sessions Led by Luminous Curriculum Associates SMEs 💡 #iReadyNY Symposium attendees plugged in to general and breakout sessions designed to awaken and ignite their purpose and practice. Many, many thanks to our dazzling national and regional experts who spoke on topics like #MTSS, #literacy, #multilinguallearners, #engagement, and #mathtransfer. We ❤️NY & NY ❤️ You: Gary Miller, Devin Kearns, Brian Benavides, Amanda Carpena, Josh Sain, Ed.D., Peter Swerdzewski #iReadyEvents

🎶 NEW YORK!!! 🎶 – there's no doubt that New York is a place of immense life, action, and diversity...and a place where dreams are truly made. 💭 I recently spent a couple of days in NYC living my own dream, serving as a thought partner and champion for education in the nation’s largest school system. 🤯 Doing what I’m most passionate about—connecting people to what they need. Whether it’s teachers to resources or leaders to opportunities, it’s all about making the most meaningful connections. 💫 I had the privilege of joining Brian Benavides, National Director at Curriculum Associates and Tracy Rodríguez, NYC Director, in Washington Heights where we connected some of the hardest working teachers I’ve seen with the resources they’ve been seeking to save time, improve efficiencies, and best support their Spanish-speaking students. #Mosaico 🙌🏽 I also had the honor of spending time with the incredible leaders of NYSALAS—Maria Angélica Asilis Meyer, President, and Eudes S. Budhai, Ed.D., Immediate Past President. Their dedication to strengthening networks across New York and advancing the needs of Latino communities, organizations, and students is truly inspiring. ❤️ I am super excited about the powerful partnership and impactful collaborations ahead! 🤝 ¡Adelelante, mi gente! 💪🏽 #Education #PowerOfLeadership #Partnerships #LatinoLeadership Tracy Rodríguez Jeff Ohmer elizabeth bassford Linda DuBois Sonya Coleman Dr. Aurelia L. Henriquez @Cynthia Felix Jefferes Carlos M. Cotto Jr., Ed.D. @Alicia Baez-Barinas Giovanna Claudio-Cotto, Ed. D. @Dr. Ramona Gonzalez Vanessa A. Vasquez, Ed.D. Evette Avila @Elisa Correra-Soto Gladys I Cruz Jaime Alicea @Dr. Harry Valentine @Maycanitza Perez Analy Cruz-Phommany @Dr. Ronald Gonzalez @Dr. Ray Sanchez Anibal Soler, Jr. Elsie Rodriguez Dr. David Mauricio @Roverto Padilla @ David Baez

Did you know that teaching students to break down long words into syllables and morphemes can transform their reading skills? 📖 Strategies like identifying syllables and mastering affixes help students decode complex words confidently. Learn more about how morphology instruction boosts literacy success: https://bit.ly/4is1G0Y