TouchMath, a leading provider of explicit, multisensory math programmes designed to help students of all abilities understand foundational and abstract math concepts, has recently announced the strategic acquisition of Classworks, a platform that tracks and analyzes student performance data to deliver real-time academic interventions to struggling students. The acquisition broadens TouchMath’s special education and tiered intervention capabilities by integrating Classworks’ academic screening, progress monitoring, and instruction solutions with TouchMath’s innovative approach to math education.
Founded in 1975, TouchMath has been a trusted resource for educators for the past 50 years. It offers a comprehensive suite of instructional materials, professional development services, and digital resources. Aligned to state and extended standards, the platform is widely used in special education programmes and as a supplemental math solution for Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions.
Commenting on the deal, Sean Lockwood, CEO of TouchMath, said:
We are excited to welcome Classworks to the TouchMath family. This acquisition marks a strategic decision to improve our digital product offerings and expand our market reach beyond mathematics. The synergy between our two companies will drive innovation to solve schools’ complex and increasing needs for students with learning difficulties.
Classworks is a K-12 special education and tiered intervention platform that tracks and benchmarks academic progression data to deliver personalized learning experiences to struggling learners. The comprehensive solution includes academic screeners, math and reading interventions, progress monitoring, and data analytics. The National Center on Intensive Intervention (NCII) validated and endorsed the platform by The Council of Administrators of Special Education (CASE).
Lindsey Cook, CEO of Classworks, added:
Our shared vision of using technology to create equitable learning opportunities is at the core of this acquisition. Joining forces with TouchMath allows us to innovate at a much greater scale and deliver even more comprehensive solutions that address the diverse needs of students and educators alike.
The merging of Classworks and TouchMath offers a comprehensive range of tools that address the diverse demands of special education and tiered intervention. This strategic acquisition positions the combined organization in the best position to help students with learning difficulties achieve important life skills.
