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How a 5-Star Baltimore City School Uses IXL to Drive Math Growth

Ellie O’Connor, a 5th-grade math teacher, is a model for how educators at Hampstead Hill Academy use IXL daily to support large classes with wide-ranging instructional needs. She targets instruction, closes foundational gaps, and keeps…

June 12, 2026 In the Classroom

What’s new on IXL – May 2026

At IXL, we never stop adding new features and skills to our award-winning teaching and learning platform, so you can always trust we’re on pace with students’ evolving needs. That’s why we compile a list…

June 10, 2026 IXL Updates

IXL Admin Analytics: New ways to closely monitor your implementation

Administrators, do you want an even closer look at the types of skills students are working on? You can now drill down further into skill progress on your Skill Usage and Skill Proficiency reports! …

June 5, 2026 IXL Updates

Changing the Trajectory in Middle School Math

“It’s not where you start, but where you finish,” says Dr. Bryant Shaw, Principal of Casey Middle School. With most students entering below grade level and the school approaching turnaround status, Casey needed a way…

May 26, 2026 In the Classroom

How a 5-Star Baltimore City School Uses IXL to Drive Math Growth

Ellie O’Connor, a 5th-grade math teacher, is a model for how educators at Hampstead Hill Academy use IXL daily to support large classes with wide-ranging instructional needs. She targets instruction, closes foundational gaps, and keeps…

June 12, 2026 In the Classroom

What’s new on IXL – May 2026

At IXL, we never stop adding new features and skills to our award-winning teaching and learning platform, so you can always trust we’re on pace with students’ evolving needs. That’s why we compile a list…

June 10, 2026 IXL Updates

IXL Admin Analytics: New ways to closely monitor your implementation

Administrators, do you want an even closer look at the types of skills students are working on? You can now drill down further into skill progress on your Skill Usage and Skill Proficiency reports! …

June 5, 2026 IXL Updates

Changing the Trajectory in Middle School Math

“It’s not where you start, but where you finish,” says Dr. Bryant Shaw, Principal of Casey Middle School. With most students entering below grade level and the school approaching turnaround status, Casey needed a way…

May 26, 2026 In the Classroom

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Targeted Practice for Math Success

Heather Swallow has taught math at nearly every grade level—and IXL Math has been one of her primary tools for years. As the sole middle school math teacher for her small rural school, she now…

May 18, 2023 In the Classroom

Enter IXL’s 2023 Study in the Sun Contest!

Soak up the sun—and the learning—with IXL’s Study in the Sun Contest! Our annual competition is an exciting way to encourage learning over the summer months. Plus, students can win an amazing prize: an iPad…

May 12, 2023 At Home

IXL Spring Learning Showdown 2023: Winners!

This year, over 43,000 classes from around the world signed up to compete in the Spring Learning Showdown! Those classes spent all of April answering tons of questions and mastering lots of skills, and now…

May 5, 2023 In the Classroom

What’s new on IXL – April 2023

At IXL, we strive to keep our teaching and learning platform in line and up to date with students’ evolving needs. That’s why we compile a list of our top new features to help you—as…

May 4, 2023 IXL Updates

IXL lovers: The Ambassador program is back!

Are you an IXL superfan looking to join a like-minded community of other IXL lovers? The IXL Ambassador Program celebrates passionate educators who want to share their success, innovation, and creativity with others around the…

May 1, 2023 In the Classroom

Summer learning ideas from IXL Ambassadors

We asked IXL Ambassadors to share their time-tested tips for using IXL in their summer school classrooms, as well as their favorite ways to encourage summer learning at home. Read on to get summer ready!…

April 24, 2023 In the Classroom

IXL District Analytics: Student practice reports

IXL District Analytics makes it easy for administrators to drill down into data at every level. And now, IXL has two new reports that provide even more insight into student learning throughout your entire district….

April 22, 2023 IXL Updates

How to pick an edtech partner for optimal student growth

The right edtech partner can have a significant impact on student growth. This in-depth guide will help you choose the best vendor for your district based on research, student and teacher support, and more….

April 21, 2023 In the Classroom

IXL Spring Learning Showdown 2023: Leaderboard #2

We’ve crossed the halfway mark in this year’s Spring Learning Showdown, and the competition is just as fierce as ever! See which classes are on top as we head into the last leg of the…

April 21, 2023 In the Classroom

4 ways to set up for a summer of learning

Summer vacation is just around the corner, but the learning doesn’t have to stop! Help students retain everything they’ve learned this past year and keep them on track for the fall with our summer resources:…

April 18, 2023 In the Classroom

4 ways school leaders can make Teacher Appreciation Week special

We at IXL work every day to support and celebrate teachers. And, there’s no better time to celebrate than Teacher Appreciation Week! This year for Teacher Appreciation Week (May 8 – May 12), make it…

April 17, 2023 In the Classroom

Heartfelt teacher appreciation ideas—from a teacher!

Teachers certainly deserve appreciation every day, but Teacher Appreciation Week provides an opportunity to shower teachers with a little extra love. Parents and students, read on for some creative ideas on how to show your appreciation…

April 17, 2023 At Home
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