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Yahoo
23-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Students Using Lexia Core5 Reading Outperformed Their Peers On the Smarter Balanced English Language Arts/Literacy Assessment
New Lexia Study Examines Performance of More Than 1 Million California Students to Ascertain the Impact of Literacy Program BOSTON, June 23, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In California, third- to fifth-grade students at 525 schools using Lexia Core5 Reading (Core5) from Lexia, a Cambium Learning Group brand, made significantly higher literacy gains compared to their peers in 4,362 schools that did not use the program. The schools were highlighted in a recently released report which compared the students' performance on the Smarter Balanced English Language Arts/Literacy (SBAC ELA) assessment. Core5 accelerates the foundational and advanced literacy skills for all students—from at-risk to on-level and advanced—in elementary grades. The research-proven program provides students with a systematic and structured approach to phonological awareness, oral language, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension. "This study is the first to investigate the impact of Core5 at scale in California schools," said Lexia President Nick Gaehde. "Our study evaluated Core5's impact on more than one million California elementary students' ELA achievement during the 2022-23 school year. We started with third graders because they are the youngest students assessed on the Smarter Balanced assessment." The Core5 and non-Core5 schools in the study had similar average scores on the 2022 SBAC ELA. However, on the 2023 assessment, third graders at the Core5 schools scored an average of 3.49 points higher than their peers at the non-Core5 schools. The scores for Core5-using fourth and fifth graders were, on average, 2.81 and 3.35 points higher respectively than their non-using peers. The Core5 schools had more Emergent Bilingual students as well as more Hispanic or Latino students than non-Core5 schools. However, both categories of schools were similar in total enrollment and the percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. "Interestingly, third and fourth grade students at the schools using Core5 also scored statistically higher—3.08 points and 3.04 points higher, respectively—on the SBAC Math assessment than students at non-Core5 schools," said Gaehde. "That fact drives home the point that improving students' literacy outcomes boosts their achievements in other areas. Since post-pandemic federal relief funds expired in 2024, school leaders have had to decide whether they should continue investing in interventional programs. These results show that Core5 is helping California educators address the critical need to improve student reading proficiency." About LexiaLexia®, a Cambium Learning® Group brand, is transforming literacy education, driving change in 1 of every 3 school districts across the United States. For more than 40 years, Lexia has been a thought leader in literacy education, delivering award-winning, research-based solutions grounded in the science of reading. With a full spectrum of offerings, including professional learning, curriculum, and embedded assessment tools, Lexia provides educators with Structured Literacy solutions that are proven effective and designed to drive meaningful literacy outcomes. By empowering educators with unparalleled ease of use and the knowledge and tools they need, Lexia helps more students unlock their potential to read, write, and speak with confidence. For more information, visit About Cambium Learning GroupCambium Learning Group is the education essentials company, providing award-winning education technology and services for K-12 educators and students. With an intentional collection of respected global brands, Cambium serves as a leader, helping millions of educators and students feel more seen, valued, and supported every day. In everything it does, the company focuses on the elements that are most essential to the success of education, delivering simpler, more certain solutions that make a meaningful difference right now. To learn more, visit or follow Cambium on Facebook, LinkedIn, and X. The Cambium family of brands includes: Cambium Assessment®, Lexia®, Learning A-Z®, ExploreLearning®, and Time4Learning®. View source version on Contacts Media Contacts Sabrina Leon, Lexia PR Charlotte Andrist, Nickel Communicationscharlotte@ Media Inquiries Only: 770-310-5244
Business Wire
28-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Lexia Solutions Earn iKeepSafe Data Privacy Certifications
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Safeguarding student data is a top priority for K-12 districts and schools. To support educators in meeting complex data privacy regulations, Lexia, a Cambium Learning Group brand, today announced that three of its digital curriculum solutions – Lexia Core5 Reading, Lexia PowerUp Literacy, and Lexia English Language Development – have earned iKeepSafe Data Privacy Certifications. Lexia Core5 Reading, Lexia PowerUp Literacy, and Lexia English Language Development have earned the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) certification and Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) certification from iKeepSafe. iKeepSafe is a nonprofit that provides third-party assessment and certifies digital products as compliant with state and federal requirements for handling protected personal information. The iKeepSafe FERPA Certification demonstrates compliance with the federal mandates as well as iKeepSafe's rigorous guidelines. The iKeepSafe COPPA Safe Harbor Certification program ensures that practices surrounding the collection, use, maintenance, and disclosure of personal information from children under the age of 13 are consistent with the principles and requirements of COPPA. 'Lexia is dedicated to adhering to data privacy standards, and we are proud that our solutions are now iKeepSafe certified,' said Lexia President Nick Gaehde. 'This independent verification not only makes it easier for districts and schools to find trusted solutions for their classrooms, but it allows them to show families that the programs students use are safe and secure.' Lexia Core5 Reading, Lexia PowerUp Literacy, and Lexia English Language Development help all students read, write, and speak with confidence. Each product is backed by a diverse and comprehensive body of evidence. About Lexia Lexia®, a Cambium Learning® Group brand, is transforming literacy education, driving change in 1 of every 3 school districts across the United States. For more than 40 years, Lexia has been a thought leader in literacy education, delivering award-winning, research-based solutions grounded in the science of reading. With a full spectrum of offerings, including professional learning, curriculum, and embedded assessment tools, Lexia provides educators with Structured Literacy solutions that are proven effective and designed to drive meaningful literacy outcomes. By empowering educators with unparalleled ease of use and the knowledge and tools they need, Lexia helps more students unlock their potential to read, write, and speak with confidence. For more information, visit About Cambium Learning Group Cambium Learning Group is the education essentials company, providing award-winning education technology and services for K-12 educators and students. With an intentional collection of respected global brands, Cambium serves as a leader, helping millions of educators and students feel more seen, valued, and supported every day. In everything it does, the company focuses on the elements that are most essential to the success of education, delivering simpler, more certain solutions that make a meaningful difference right now. To learn more, visit or follow Cambium on Facebook, LinkedIn, and X. The Cambium family of brands includes: Cambium Assessment®, Lexia®, Learning A-Z®, ExploreLearning®, and Time4Learning®.
Yahoo
20-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Survey Reveals 60% of District Leaders Are Dissatisfied with the Effectiveness of Adolescent Literacy Programs
New survey findings from Lexia show that schools lack the professional development, age-appropriate reading materials, and data needed to impact adolescent literacy outcomes BOSTON, February 20, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Many school district leaders1 are committed to integrating the science of reading principles into instruction. However, 60% are dissatisfied with the effectiveness of their current adolescent literacy programs, according to a new survey commissioned by Lexia, a Cambium Learning Group brand. The fall 2024 survey findings are published in a new report titled, "Literacy Update: The State of Adolescent Literacy Programs", and was conducted with district leaders who are not currently using Lexia science of reading-based solutions. More than half of respondents report that teacher training, time, and staffing are top concerns. Fifty-seven percent of district leaders say they need more professional development in the science of reading for middle and high school teachers, and 57% need more time in their schedule to focus on literacy improvement because so many students are reading below or far below grade level. In addition, 55% report that attracting and retaining literacy educators is one of their greatest challenges. District leaders also state that, based on feedback from teachers and students, several other aspects of their adolescent literacy programs need improvement as well. Thirty-six percent of respondents say they need better literacy teaching strategies, 33% need more age-appropriate materials for adolescent readers, and 32% need real-time data to improve their implementation plan. The survey also reveals gaps in support for students with dyslexia and emergent bilinguals. More than half of respondents (57%) are not confident that their Tier 2 and Tier 3 intervention strategies are adequate for successful outcomes for adolescent readers, and 52% need more teachers on staff who can support secondary English language learners. "The survey findings indicate that while a majority of leaders are committed to aligning literacy resources with the science of reading, many districts need more support and guidance to translate these principles into effective classroom practices for adolescent students," said Lexia President, Nick Gaehde. "The good news for districts is that Lexia has for more than 40 years led the science of reading revolution helping educators create real literacy change by combining high-quality resources and teaching materials with professional learning that's tailored to the specialized needs of middle and high schools. Districts can create programs that are more impactful for both students and teachers and lead to stronger adolescent literacy outcomes." Gaehde continued, "with our comprehensive suite of professional learning curriculum, and embedded assessment solutions, we continue to stand ready to help schools connect educator knowledge with practical classroom instruction to accelerate literacy gains so more learners can read, write and speak with confidence." Survey method This survey was conducted online within the United States by Nickel Communications on behalf of Lexia from October 8 to October 30, 2024, among 250 adults ages 18 and older who are K-12 school district leaders in the U.S. Interested educators can also download an infographic "Literacy Update: The State of Adolescent Literacy Programs," that highlights the survey's key findings. About Lexia Lexia®, a Cambium Learning® Group brand, is transforming literacy education, driving change in 1 of every 3 school districts across the United States. For more than 40 years, Lexia has been a thought leader in literacy education, delivering award-winning, research-based solutions grounded in the science of reading. With a full spectrum of offerings, including professional learning, curriculum, and embedded assessment tools, Lexia provides educators with Structured Literacy solutions that are proven effective and designed to drive meaningful literacy outcomes. By empowering educators with unparalleled ease of use and the knowledge and tools they need, Lexia helps more students unlock their potential to read, write, and speak with confidence. For more information, visit About Cambium Learning Group Cambium Learning Group is the education essentials company, providing award-winning education technology and services for K-12 educators and students. With an intentional collection of respected global brands, Cambium serves as a leader, helping millions of educators and students feel more seen, valued, and supported every day. In everything it does, the company focuses on the elements that are most essential to the success of education, delivering simpler, more certain solutions that make a meaningful difference right now. To learn more, visit or follow Cambium on Facebook, LinkedIn, and X. The Cambium family of brands includes: Cambium Assessment®, Lexia®, Learning A-Z®, ExploreLearning®, and Time4Learning®. _____________________________1 For the purposes of this survey, district leaders refer to principals, curriculum and instruction leaders, chief academic officers, senior literacy leaders, and supervisors of elementary education and secondary education. 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Yahoo
05-02-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Lexia Aspire Professional Learning Earns Prestigious IDA Accreditation
The International Dyslexia Association accreditation recognizes excellence in educator preparation programs BOSTON, February 05, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lexia Aspire Professional Learning, a science of reading-based professional learning solution from Lexia, a Cambium Learning Group brand, has been awarded the International Dyslexia Association (IDA) Accreditation Seal. This recognition comes as part of the IDA's Program Review and Accreditation initiative, which promotes the systematic evaluation and continuous improvement of educator preparation programs (EPPs). The IDA accredits programs on the basis of their ability to document alignment with the Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading (KPS). Aspire will be eligible for reaccreditation in 2030. The IDA Standards emphasize the importance of equipping teachers with an in-depth understanding of language structure, particularly the science of reading. These standards cover critical areas such as the speech sound system, the writing system, sentence structure, the meaningful components of words, relationships between words and their meanings, and the organization of spoken and written discourse. "This rigorous and prestigious accreditation process ensures educator preparation programs meet the highest standards in structured literacy, for all students including those students with dyslexia," said Lexia President, Nick Gaehde. "This accreditation distinguishes Aspire as a trusted, high-quality professional learning program and reinforces its position as a leader in providing evidence-based professional learning for educators of adolescent learners." Aspire is a flexible, self-paced digital solution that helps educators apply science-based strategies that accelerate literacy skills among students in grades 4-8 across disciplines and all levels of literacy competencies. The program, available 24/7, is designed to support all upper elementary and middle school educators, including content area teachers, classroom teachers, interventionists, speech pathologists and English language arts educators. The Aspire solution helps educators quickly build the depth of skills needed to support students who are 'reading to learn' but have not yet mastered the foundational reading skills required to learn, comprehend, and articulate ideas across various subjects. To qualify for accreditation, Aspire's requirements for participation, foundational pedagogy, curriculum, assessments, and author credentials were all submitted for a comprehensive review. "The IDA is raising awareness of the critical importance of teacher preparation in reading instruction," said Gaehde. "And the rigor of its review means that graduates from an IDA-accredited program can rest assured that they have the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively teach both struggling readers and the general student population. When teachers are better equipped to teach reading, the impact of reading difficulties—including dyslexia—can be significantly reduced." About IDAThe International Dyslexia Association (IDA) provides the opportunity for all people who struggle with dyslexia and other related reading differences to have richer, more robust lives by providing access to the tools and resources they need. IDA's home office, 38 branches in the United States and Canada, and 12 Global Partners provide educator training, publications information, and support to help struggling readers around the world. IDA is the authoritative voice of current and reliable research and information to educate families and professionals about dyslexia and to inform the practice and policy changes needed to provide effective instruction for all people to learn to read. IDA has been serving individuals with dyslexia, their families, and professionals in the field for more than sixty-five years. Its membership is composed of a global network of people with dyslexia, their families, educators, diagnosticians, physicians, researchers, and other professionals in the field. IDA provides publications and information and referral services to thousands of people each year, and its annual conference attracts thousands of researchers, clinicians, parents, teachers, psychologists, educational therapists, and people with dyslexia. Visit IDA at to learn more. About LexiaLexia®, a Cambium Learning Group brand, is a leader in science of reading-based solutions. For more than 40 years, the company has focused on pre-K-12 literacy and today provides solutions for students and educators. With a complete offering of professional learning, curriculum, and embedded assessment, Lexia helps more learners read, write, and speak with confidence. For more information, visit About Cambium Learning GroupCambium Learning Group is the education essentials company, providing award-winning education technology and services for K-12 educators and students. With an intentional collection of respected global brands, Cambium serves as a leader, helping millions of educators and students feel more seen, valued, and supported every day. In everything it does, the company focuses on the elements that are most essential to the success of education, delivering simpler, more certain solutions that make a meaningful difference right now. To learn more, visit or follow Cambium on Facebook, LinkedIn, and X. The Cambium family of brands includes: Cambium Assessment, Lexia, Learning A-Z, ExploreLearning, and Time4Learning. View source version on Contacts Media ContactsSabrina LeonLexia PR Charlotte AndristNickel Communicationscharlotte@ Media Inquiries Only: 770-310-5244 Sign in to access your portfolio
