BetterLesson Becomes IM Certified® Partner with Illustrative Mathematics®
- Heather Harman
- Sep 2, 2025
- 2 min read
New partnership delivers comprehensive support for successful IM® K-12 Math v.360 implementation
Through a new partnership with Illustrative Mathematics, BetterLesson is now officially an IM Certified® partner—a certification that marks BetterLesson as an approved reseller and expert provider of IM Certified® services, providing even more K-12 educators with research-backed mathematics curriculum support.
Supporting successful curriculum adoption and implementation
Illustrative Mathematics has pioneered research-driven and classroom-centered math instruction by giving educators exclusive access to engaging content, comprehensive professional learning, and an inclusive community of scholars.
But adopting a new curriculum requires ongoing, job-embedded professional learning for both teachers and leaders. The partnership addresses a critical need in implementing high-quality math instruction by connecting BetterLesson’s proven methodology for high-impact professional learning with IM’s award-winning math curriculum, ensuring teachers have access to curriculum-aligned professional learning that directly supports student success.
BetterLesson’s IM Certified® Professional Learning programs include distinct phases of implementation to support the successful integration and use of the curriculum across your district.
BetterLesson’s proven coaching methodology combined with IM Certified® training creates a powerful foundation for sustainable curriculum adoption, enabling districts to access:
IM Certified® Professional Learning programs with distinct implementation phases
Ongoing coaching support tailored to district-wide curriculum integration
Differentiated training designed to meet educators at every stage of adoption
Actionable implementation plans that ensure successful curriculum use
A natural alignment
Both organizations share a vision of mathematics classrooms where all students can access, engage with, and succeed in rigorous mathematical thinking. Together, BetterLesson and Illustrative Mathematics ensure that all educators have the support they need to excel in the classroom and create meaningful learning experiences for every student.
Schools and districts interested in IM Certified® services through BetterLesson can learn more here.
About BetterLesson
BetterLesson is the premier partner for K-12 states and districts, providing data-driven professional learning and strategic scheduling solutions designed to enhance college and career readiness (CCR) and optimize resource allocation for cost savings.
BetterLesson drives K-12 success by integrating innovative professional learning with strategic scheduling, enabling districts to significantly improve college and career readiness (CCR) while achieving cost efficiencies.
With our help, district leaders build resilient, high-impact teaching and learning systems that are preparing future-ready graduates—and doing so more effectively and efficiently than ever before. Learn more at www.betterlesson.com.
About Illustrative Mathematics Illustrative Mathematics is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a world where all learners know, use, and enjoy mathematics. IM provides high-quality, problem-based curricula, professional learning, and a community to support all students’ mathematical growth. Learn more at IllustrativeMathematics.org. Learn more at IllustrativeMathematics.org.
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