Winter Diagnostics: Addressing Learning Gaps After the Holidays When we think of learning gaps, summer vacation usually comes to mind. However, learning loss isn’t exclusive to the longer break. Shorter holidays like winter break can also contribute to skill erosion. This phenomenon is often overlooked, but it can significantly impact students, especially those
Navigating Education in 2025 As we step into 2025, the educational landscape is poised for transformation, driven by technology, evolving societal needs, and a growing emphasis on equity and personalization. At Let's Go Learn, we are committed to empowering educators and learners with tools that meet the demands of an ever-changing world. This
How Let's Go Learn's Goal-Setting Report Empowers Students In the world of education, personalized learning is no longer just a buzzword; it's a critical strategy for ensuring that every student gets the support necessary to succeed. At Let's Go Learn, our diagnostic assessments are designed to deliver deep, actionable insights into a student's
Understanding Diagnostic Assessments As the school year progresses, parents often hear a lot of educational jargon. One phrase that frequently comes up is diagnostic assessment. But what exactly does this mean? How does it differ from a mid-year assessment, and why are they both important for your child’s academic journey? This guide will
The Reality of Teacher Preparation The teaching profession is facing a crisis: new teachers are leaving the field at an alarming rate. According to recent data, nearly one in five teachers leaves the profession within the first five years. The reasons behind this mass exodus are multifaceted, but one undeniable factor is the
5 Tips and Tricks for Teachers to Survive the Last Part of the School Year As the school year winds down, teachers often find themselves facing increased stress and fatigue. With final exams, assessments, and end-of-year activities looming, it's essential to find strategies to navigate this hectic time successfully. At Let's Go Learn,
What is Universal Design for Learning (UDL)? Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is an educational framework created by David H. Rose, Ed.D. of the Harvard Graduate School of Education, and the Center for Applied Special Technology (CAST), that seeks to provide all learners with access to an inclusive learning environment. The guiding principle
One of the most significant special education court cases in several years has been decided by the US Supreme Court this week. The case, Perez vs. Sturgis, clarifies the circumstances in which a disabled student has the right to sue a school district for failing to provide a “Free Appropriate Public Education” (FAPE). Students
During the pandemic, K-12 teachers and staff quit their jobs more than all other US professions, with 2 out of 5 telling a Gallop poll in 2022 that they were burned out. All told, 300,000 teachers quit US schools in just 2 years. What's worse, according to the Economic Policy Institute (EPI) and many
What are IEP accommodations? Individualized Education Plan (IEP) accommodations are an important part of individualizing a student’s education plan. Accommodations are changes made to enable a student to achieve learning in their own way. Unlike modifications, accommodations do not alter the learning expectations, only the manner in which the learning goal is taught.
