Mississippi Department of Education Approves Imagine Learning's Imagine IM for K-8 Math and Traverse for 6-12 Social Studies

Imagine Learning's approval by the Mississippi Department of Education provides K–12 educators with innovative math and social studies resources.

TEMPE, Ariz., March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Imagine Learning, a leader in digital-first educational solutions, today announced that the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) has approved Imagine IM for K–8 Mathematics and Traverse for 6–12 Social Studies for inclusion on its state-adopted high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) list. These programs align with Mississippi's College- and Career-Readiness Standards, enhancing instruction with inquiry-based, digital-first learning experiences that engage students and support educators.

Traverse and Imagine IM, the certified Illustrative Mathematics v. 360 curriculum optimized for engagement, accessibility and usability, provide Mississippi educators with comprehensive, customizable solutions for math and social studies that support flexible implementation models. These programs equip teachers with the tools they need to foster meaningful student discourse, critical thinking, and real-world application of knowledge. By combining evidence-based practices with dynamic digital resources, Imagine IM and Traverse empower students to thrive academically and prepare for success beyond the classroom.

"Imagine IM and Traverse give Mississippi educators the resources to engage students, strengthen instruction, and build critical thinking skills," said Kinsey Rawe, Executive Vice President and Chief Product Officer at Imagine Learning. "We're proud to support teachers with high-quality materials that drive meaningful learning and lasting achievement."

Mississippi's K–12 students made gains in their learning in 2024. Fourth graders ranked number one in score improvements in reading and math according to the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) released in January, while eighth-grade scores held steady. The state also saw record levels of students at both grade levels ranking as proficient or advanced in both subjects.

Imagine IM: A Comprehensive Approach to K–12 Mathematics

Imagine IM delivers a discourse-driven curriculum that builds deep mathematical understanding through student exploration and problem-solving. As a certified Illustrative Mathematics partner, Imagine IM is the new version of the IM v. 360 curriculum that has been optimized for usability, accessibility, and engagement. By combining digital and print components, this K–8 program adapts to diverse classroom needs and supports learners at all levels. Key features:

• Problem-based instruction: encourages student-led exploration and critical thinking
• Enhanced media content: includes Inspire Math videos and Family Support resources to strengthen learning beyond the classroom
• Flexible course pathways: accelerated middle school courses and both traditional and integrated high school mathematics options
• Embedded digital manipulatives: interactive tools that enhance conceptual understanding and ease teacher implementation

Traverse: A Digital-First, Inquiry-Driven Social Studies Curriculum

Traverse transforms social studies education with inquiry-based learning, active collaboration, and critical analysis of diverse perspectives. The innovative, digital-first social studies core curriculum solution is designed to help students become informed citizens and equips educators with a robust platform to build civic literacy and historical thinking skills. Key features:

• Comprehensive source library: includes more than 1,500 written, oral, and visual sources to provide a rich, multidimensional understanding of history
• Interactive digital tools: support peer collaboration and active engagement with content
• Skill development focus: equip students with analytical, research, and communication skills essential for academic and civic success

Traverse features lessons developed specifically for Mississippi educators and students, helping connect everyday life to the expansive world learners will explore. In "World History: Emergence of the Modern World to the Present," students will learn about local scientists while investigating the Scientific Reformation; in "World History: Beginnings to the Reformation," they will compare the architecture of Ole Miss to the style of the Ancient Greeks.

For more information, visit the Imagine IM Mississippi page here and the Traverse Mississippi page here.

About Imagine Learning

Imagine Learning provides digital-first solutions that support educators and empower students across K–12 education. Serving over 18 million students in more than half of U.S. school districts, Imagine Learning's comprehensive portfolio includes Imagine IM, Imagine Learning EL Education, Traverse, and Twig® Science, along with supplemental and intervention programs for literacy, math, and coding. Imagine Edgenuity® and Imagine EdgeEX® offer cutting-edge courseware solutions, complemented by Imagine School Services' Certified Teachers. Imagine Learning. Empower potential. Learn more at imaginelearning.com.

SOURCE Imagine Learning LLC