How to Meaningfully Include Students in the IEP Process
How to Meaningfully Include Students in the IEP Process The IEP process is designed to support students—but how often do we actually hear from them? During our workshop, Dr. Angel Filer emphasized that including students in their IEP meetings isn’t just good practice—it’s essential for building independence, self-awareness, and long-term success. Whether you’re working […]
Why PLAAFP is the Powerhouse of the IEP—and How to Write It Well
Why PLAAFP is the Powerhouse of the IEP—and How to Write It Well When writing an IEP, it’s tempting to rush through the Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP) section to get to the “meat”—the goals, services, and accommodations. But here’s the truth: PLAAFP is the meat. It’s the heartbeat of the […]
How to Write Strong, Measurable IEP Objectives
How to Write Strong, Measurable IEP Objectives Once you’ve crafted a solid, meaningfully compliant IEP goal, the next step is just as crucial: writing strong objectives. Think of IEP objectives as steppingstones—without them, students are left with a single, distant goal and no clear way to get there. During our workshop series, Melissa Cook […]
Writing Compliant IEPs That Truly Support Student Growth
Writing Compliant IEPs That Truly Support Student Growth It’s that time of year again. Spring break is fading in the rearview mirror, statewide testing is ramping up, and for special educators, that can only mean one thing—IEP season is in full swing. With calendars packed and deadlines looming, the temptation to copy and paste last […]
Funding in Your Backyard: Why Local Funding Should Be Your First Move
Funding In Your Background: Why Local Funding Should Be Your First Move At TouchMath, we believe every student deserves access to tools that make learning math accessible, engaging, and achievable. But we also know that sometimes, the biggest challenge isn’t student engagement—it’s securing the funding to make programs like ours a reality. As school […]
Understanding ATSI Funding: What It Is and How Schools Can Access It
Understanding ATSI Funding: What It Is and How Schools Can Access It Across the United States, educators are always looking for ways to better support students, especially those facing significant learning challenges. One important resource available to help address these needs is ATSI funding. But what exactly is ATSI funding, and how can schools access […]
Benefits of TouchMath for Different Learning Environments
Benefits of TouchMath for Different Learning Environments TouchMath’s multisensory program, which combines auditory, visual, and tactile elements, is an effective tool for enhancing math comprehension in after-school intensive tutoring, small group pull-outs, and in-class differentiation. By catering to diverse learning needs, it helps students who may struggle with traditional methods to grasp math concepts more […]
Wittly by Classworks Wins Silver in 14th annual Best in Biz Awards
Wittly by Classworks™ Wins Silver in 14th annual Best in Biz Awards The AI Teaching and Learning Assistant Wins for Best New Feature of the Year Wittly by Classwork, a TouchMath product offering, has been named a Silver Winner by the Best in Biz Awards 2024 in the Best New Feature of the Year – […]
Navigating Dyscalculia: A Close Look at State Laws and How They Impact Education
Navigating Dyscalculia: A Close Look at State Laws and How They Impact Education In educational policy, there is an emerging awareness and understanding of what dyscalculia is, how it can be identified, and how students with dyscalculia can be supported alongside their peers. Dyscalculia, often described as a difficulty in understanding numbers, learning how […]
U.S. Districts See Breakthrough Growth in Math Engagement, Proficiency, and Mastery
U.S. Districts See Breakthrough Growth in Math Engagement, Proficiency, and Mastery In July 2023, a large metro district in the western U.S. started integrating TouchMath district-wide into Special Education classes. The overall growth for completed progress-monitored assignments was 67.2%. In March 2024, teachers created or assigned 1,033 individualized lessons from TouchMath’s digital platforms. Each […]
