EPS Learning News

EPS is proud to announce that EPS Reading Accelerator has earned a spot on the Ohio Department of Education’s Approved List of Evidence-based Reading Intervention Programs. This prestigious recognition places Reading Accelerator alongside other EPS Learning solutions like SPIRE, iSPIRE, SPIRE Foundations, and Wordly Wise 3000. With its research-backed approach, Reading Accelerator helps middle school students strengthen their foundational reading skills, making it an ideal intervention tool for those in need of additional support in phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.

Principal Thelma Ramsey-Bryant's efforts to tackle literacy gaps at John L. Costley Middle School in East Orange, New Jersey, highlight a critical challenge faced by many educators—helping students develop essential reading skills in a way that feels age-appropriate and engaging. As she focuses on fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary, Ramsey-Bryant's innovative approach demonstrates the importance of making foundational literacy work relevant for middle schoolers. However, the road to reading success isn’t without its hurdles, and many students struggle with confidence and behavioral issues tied to their academic challenges.

EPS Learning is pleased to announce SPIRE®, the leading literacy foundational skills intervention program for grades PreK-8+, is now available to New York City educators through the FAMIS portal. All public, private, and charter NYC school teachers who have access to FAMIS can purchase SPIRE for the 24-25 academic year through a much more streamlined ordering process.

As we move into 2025, AI is poised to transform education, opening new opportunities for both educators and students. In this article, eSchool News dives into 25 expert predictions on how AI will shape the future of teaching and learning, with insights from leaders in the field.

New Article by Dr. Janine Walker-Caffrey of EPS Learning Artificial intelligence (AI) might initially seem at odds with the deeply human act of teaching. But, by harnessing the power of AI, teachers can focus on what matters most — building relationships with their students, delivering personalized instruction, and fostering a love for reading.

New Podcast Featuring Dr. Janine Walker-Caffrey of EPS Learning At EPS Learning, we’re committed to equipping schools and districts with evidence-based literacy solutions tailored to every learner. That’s why we’re excited to share that our Chief Academic Officer, Dr. Janine Walker-Caffrey, recently joined host Steven Miletto on the Teaching Learning Leading K-12 podcast!

EPS Learning is thrilled to announce that EPS Reading Accelerator has achieved Level IV certification under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) standards. This recognition affirms EPS Reading Accelerator’s alignment with evidence-based practices and its effectiveness in addressing literacy challenges for students during middle school, a critical development period that is often underserved.

District Administration Article from Dr. Janine Walker-Caffrey of EPS Learning At EPS Learning, we’re dedicated to providing schools and districts with evidence-based literacy approaches to meet every learner’s needs. We’re thrilled to announce that our Chief Academic Officer, Dr. Janine Walker-Caffrey, has recently published an article in District Administration that re-examines how we address dyslexia in our schools.