The challenge was having the right materials to teach the CCSS. We did not change our curriculum materials yet to support the Common Core because we weren't in that cycle in our textbook adoption rotation. The teachers and administration had searched the internet for new resources and found ScootPad. Our district also provides iPads for all of our students, so we needed something that was compatible with that technology. Our building is PreK-2nd, and the teachers love having this resource to help provide differentiation that addresses the CCSS in a robust, engaging, relevant manner.

Teachers were encouraged to use ScootPad, and it slowly spread. We liked the fact that it addressed the standards so well, and provided teachers with a way to track the students' progress.

Our district has a goal this year for 62% of our students to meet their target goals in reading and math on MAP. So far, we are on track for meeting or exceeding that goal.