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Prepare for the new ACT® with IXL

The first ACT® testing dates of the year are coming up, and the ACT® has recently undergone important updates test takers should know about. The new “enhanced ACT®” covers largely the same content, but offers…

February 9, 2026 In the Classroom

Easily track students’ standards proficiency on IXL

Teachers, everything you need to develop your students’ knowledge of state standards is right here on IXL! Not only does IXL have skills that perfectly align with each of your state’s standards—you’ll also get full insight…

February 5, 2026 In the Classroom

Redefining Success from Achievement to Growth

Fulbright Junior High has long been one of Arkansas’s top-performing schools. But with the state’s new growth-based accountability model, the school faced a new kind of challenge: how to keep high-achieving students moving forward while…

January 27, 2026 In the Classroom

What’s new on IXL – December 2025

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…

January 12, 2026 IXL Updates

Prepare for the new ACT® with IXL

The first ACT® testing dates of the year are coming up, and the ACT® has recently undergone important updates test takers should know about. The new “enhanced ACT®” covers largely the same content, but offers…

February 9, 2026 In the Classroom

Easily track students’ standards proficiency on IXL

Teachers, everything you need to develop your students’ knowledge of state standards is right here on IXL! Not only does IXL have skills that perfectly align with each of your state’s standards—you’ll also get full insight…

February 5, 2026 In the Classroom

Redefining Success from Achievement to Growth

Fulbright Junior High has long been one of Arkansas’s top-performing schools. But with the state’s new growth-based accountability model, the school faced a new kind of challenge: how to keep high-achieving students moving forward while…

January 27, 2026 In the Classroom

What’s new on IXL – December 2025

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…

January 12, 2026 IXL Updates

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IXL Volunteering: The Raleigh Team Ventures to the Great Outdoors

Take a hike! Literally, IXL took a hike at the Durant Nature Preserve in North Raleigh, NC to volunteer as part of Wake County’s “Big Sweep” event to keep parks clean and litter-free. The Durant…

November 11, 2015 Life at IXL

Blended Learning with IXL and Google Leads to Increased Math Achievement

Dr. Chris Mangan is a 5th grade math teacher in the Parkland School District, northwest of Philadelphia. Chris wanted to find an effective teaching method to help students at all levels master math, and knew…

October 30, 2015 In the Classroom

Ease your child’s transition to middle school

The beginning of the school year can be an exciting time, but it can also be daunting, especially for students that are entering middle school. They’ll encounter a new school environment, new social situations, and…

August 24, 2015 At Home

Show and Tell : Kate Mattison

In a new series of blog posts, we’ll be introducing you to members of the IXL team. Through fun Q&As, you’ll learn how our employees bring IXL to life, and how we spend our time…

December 8, 2014 Life at IXL

What SmartScore Goal Should I Set For My Students?

Have you ever wondered how IXL skills are able to adapt to each student and challenge them at just the right level? It’s all about the SmartScore! Setting SmartScore goals for your students is a…

November 10, 2014 In the Classroom
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