Commissioner of Education Angélica Infante-Green | Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
The Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) has announced a new partnership with New Classrooms Innovation Partners, Inc. to bring personalized, competency-based math learning to students across the state. The initiative, funded by a grant from the Bezos Family Foundation, aims to reach about 50,000 students in grades 4 through Algebra I over the next three years.
This partnership is part of the state’s Math Matters RI campaign, which focuses on improving math instruction and student achievement. According to recent data, Rhode Island has seen steady improvement in student SAT math scores and an increase in RICAS math proficiency. Proficiency rates rose from 29.8% in 2018–19 to 31.4% in 2025, surpassing pre-pandemic levels.
Governor Dan McKee stated, “From classrooms to community spaces and living rooms, math must be a statewide priority in Rhode Island because strong proficiency opens up doors for our youth. Through this innovative partnership to expand access to high-quality math instruction, personalized support, and innovative programs that meet students where they are, we are building a stronger, more competitive state. I commend Commissioner Infante-Green, RIDE, and New Classrooms for their commitment to better supporting our students and promoting math.”
Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green said, “Rhode Island has made significant strides in improving student attendance, becoming a national leader, and now we’re ready to take the next step to ensure the best outcomes for our kids in math. This exciting partnership with New Classrooms is in line with our Math Matters RI campaign and will grant our students access to personalized math instruction that will meet them where they are and chart a path to success. This initiative is truly a game changer, marking an important step toward a more personalized, coherent, and effective education system for all Rhode Island students.”
New Classrooms, established in 2011, specializes in designing and implementing innovative learning solutions. Its Teach to One Roadmaps program provides tailored learning paths for students based on assessments. Research has shown that performance on this platform correlates strongly with results on state assessments. As part of the collaboration, RIDE and New Classrooms will develop Teach to One Rhodemaps, a version customized for Rhode Island’s standards and curricula.
Joel Rose, CEO of New Classrooms, commented, “It’s a true privilege to contribute to Rhode Island’s bold, innovative math strategy, one that both acknowledges students’ unique needs and commits to meeting them. We’re honored to support this vision and excited to help bring more personalized, meaningful learning experiences to students across the state.”
Teach to One Rhodemaps will create individualized pathways for each student by identifying specific skills needed for proficiency. The system includes resources such as worked examples, vocabulary aids, practice problems, instructional content from various vendors, and formative assessments called "exit tickets" that can be taken at any time. These tools provide teachers with real-time data about student progress.
The project is set to begin in about 15 schools during the 2025–26 school year before expanding statewide by 2027–28. More information can be found at rhodemaps.org.
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