What’s new on IXL – August 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…
Turning Practice into Progress Through Connected Learning
Decatur, Illinois makes up a vital part of the Central Illinois corridor between Springfield and Champaign-Urbana with about 70,000 residents. Throughout Decatur Public Schools, many students enter the classroom below grade level and struggle to…
Tour the latest IXL app!
IXL now has a more powerful app! Learning in the classroom and at home is more fun and engaging than ever, no matter what device students use. With a refreshed look similar to IXL.com, it’s…
Introducing IXL LevelUp™ Diagnostic Snapshot: The just-in-time progress check
Every district wants to know whether students are making progress—but waiting until the next major assessment window isn’t always an option. Whether you’re monitoring the impact of a new instructional initiative, checking in after targeted…
What’s new on IXL – August 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…
Turning Practice into Progress Through Connected Learning
Decatur, Illinois makes up a vital part of the Central Illinois corridor between Springfield and Champaign-Urbana with about 70,000 residents. Throughout Decatur Public Schools, many students enter the classroom below grade level and struggle to…
Tour the latest IXL app!
IXL now has a more powerful app! Learning in the classroom and at home is more fun and engaging than ever, no matter what device students use. With a refreshed look similar to IXL.com, it’s…
Introducing IXL LevelUp™ Diagnostic Snapshot: The just-in-time progress check
Every district wants to know whether students are making progress—but waiting until the next major assessment window isn’t always an option. Whether you’re monitoring the impact of a new instructional initiative, checking in after targeted…
IXL Study in the Sun Contest 2016: Leaderboard Update #3
We’re in the homestretch for the Study in the Sun usage contest. The contest ends August 31, leaving just over a week to make it into the top 3 and win an iPad Mini 4!…
How to Help Your Child Transition into a New School Year
Adjusting to change can be hard, especially for kids who are entering a new school level. That’s why we’ve gathered some age-appropriate strategies to ace school transitions and gear up for a fresh year of…
Key Tech Questions to Ask at the Start of the School Year
The addition of edtech tools to classrooms is bringing about a new age of learning, but that doesn’t eliminate the need for careful consideration of how best to add new technology to your school. So…
Lesson Planning Inspiration: Part 1
Back to school is back in full force! It’s both overwhelming and exciting to start a new school year as you meet new students and plan out the year ahead. That’s why we’ve pulled lots…
How to Design Your Classroom for the New School Year
Among the 1,001 things to think about during the back-to-school flurry is how you’ll set up your classroom. From seating to lights to decor, these ideas will help you foster a space for learning and…
IXL Releases 100 Brand New Skills Across All Subjects!
We’re here to help students continue learning all summer long, and now there’s a hundred new ways they can do so! We’ve just added 100 brand new skills to IXL in language arts, science, social…
IXL Study in the Sun Contest 2016: Leaderboard Update #2
We’re past the halfway point for the summer usage contest, and we have around 30,000 people participating. That equals a lot of summer learning!…
Fun, Simple Science Experiments You Can Do At Home
Summer is a time for adventure and exploration. Which means it’s a perfect opportunity for some scientific exploration of the natural world! From making rain to ice volcanoes, keep your kids active and learning with…
IXL Lends a Hand to Protect Little Owls during 4th of July Fireworks
July had barely begun before IXL volunteers were at it again! A group of brave IXLers spent the evening of July 4th helping at Shoreline Park in Mountain View, Calif. by protecting a sensitive wildlife…
How to Strike a Balance with Outdoor and Online Activities This Summer
Despite the long summer days, sometimes it can be hard to coax the kids out of the house and away from their screens. So how do you make screen time productive while balancing that with…
IXL Study in the Sun Contest 2016: Leaderboard Update #1
Things are really heating up and the competition is getting fierce in the Study in the Sun usage contest! It’s clear that kids are working hard and learning a lot this summer—check out the current…
5 Cool Apps to Keep Your Kids Learning This Summer
Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained over the summer? Download some child-friendly apps that are both fun and educational, and let the games begin! Keep their skills sharp Help your kids retain what…
