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Join the Future of Math Education

ASSISTments for Maryland Middle Schools

Elevate your district’s math instruction with the ASSISTments for Maryland Middle Schools Program—a grant-funded opportunity designed to deliver real results for students and teachers alike. This program offers comprehensive support to transform middle school math classrooms through innovative, evidence-based tools and strategies.

Supported by the Maryland Partnership to Fund Proven Programs
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Why Choose the ASSISTments for Maryland Middle Schools Program?

The program offers a full suite of services designed to improve math outcomes and foster a culture of data-driven learning in middle school classrooms across Maryland.

Two-years of hands-on support for each participating school.
  • Expert Classroom Visits: Our coaches don’t just tell you what works—they show you through hands-on classroom visits, debriefs, and model lessons.
  • Monthly Data Reports: Keep tabs on student progress with regular reports that give clear, actionable insights.
  • Teacher Resources on Demand: From video tutorials to user guides, our on-demand resources help educators stay sharp and effective.
Support with implementation planning and progress monitoring as a district:
  • Collaborative Progress Meetings: Engage in quarterly meetings to strategize, refine, and celebrate your school’s progress.
Now that I have ASSISTments, I'm able to truly see what my students know and are able to do, and can allow them to take ownership of their learning instead of relying on me to walk them through everything.”
Grade 6 Math Teacher, Lansdowne Middle School, Baltimore County Public Schools
WIth ASSISTments we can get to the heart of what students know and don’t know and give teachers the reliable and actionable data they need. But what makes this program unique is the in-person coaching!"
District Leader, Baltimore County Public Schools

What is ASSISTments?

ASSISTments is a game-changing, curriculum-integrated online math tool that helps teachers do what they do best: teach! With seamless integration into Illustrative Math and other standards-aligned curricula, ASSISTments delivers instant, meaningful feedback to students while giving educators real-time data to pinpoint misconceptions and adjust instruction.

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Why ASSISTments?

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Immediate student feedback to reinforce learning and encourage growth
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Actionable data for teachers to quickly identify where students need support
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Effortless integration with your current curriculum for a smooth transition

How It Works

Here’s how ASSISTments turns assignments into a powerful learning cycle:
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Teacher Assigns

Selects assignments from Illustrative Math or standards-aligned practice sets.
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Student Completes

Students get immediate feedback, multiple attempts, and embedded supports as they work.
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Teacher Analyzes

Detailed reports are generated, saving time on grading and freeing teachers to focus on student needs.
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Class Discusses

Teachers engage students in meaningful discussions based on individual and class performance, driving deeper understanding.
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Thanks to ASSISTments, we’ve been able to address student misconceptions in real-time. It’s transformed the way we teach."
Teacher, Maryland Middle School
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Driving Real Results

This program isn’t just about tools—it’s about impact. ASSISTments has been proven to raise math achievement for all students, particularly those from historically underserved groups. By fostering an environment where mistakes are part of learning, students build the confidence they need to succeed.

Supporting Maryland Middle School Math Success

ASSISTments helps Maryland districts enhance math instruction through data-driven tools and practices that empower educators and boost student achievement. Apply to be part of our next cohort launching in the 2026–27 school year!
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