District U-46 faced the challenge of maintaining consistent literacy instruction while shifting between synchronous and asynchronous learning environments. Teachers needed digital resources that supported literacy skill development across subjects and worked equally well for in-person, remote, and hybrid instruction. Newsela provided standards-aligned content that could flex with changing instructional models.

Outcome Summary

With Newsela, District U-46 was able to:

• Maintain consistent literacy instruction across content areas.
• Support reading skill development during remote and hybrid learning.
• Provide meaningful independent practice for asynchronous instruction.
• Reduce instructional disruption during shifts in learning environments.

Who Should Use This Resource?

This resource is designed for:

• District and school administrators
• Literacy and curriculum leaders
• Instructional technology teams
• Educators planning for blended or hybrid instruction