Big Ideas Learning’s Math & YOU: Concepts & Connections High School Curriculum Earns All-Green Ratings from EdReports
Big Ideas Learning
February 5, 2026
Erie, PA – (February 5, 2026) – Big Ideas Learning’s Math & YOU: Concepts & Connections high school mathematics curriculum has earned esteemed all-green ratings from EdReports, establishing the entire Math & YOU K-12 series as a high-quality core instructional program. EdReports is a nonprofit known for its independent, evidence-based evaluations of instructional materials. This milestone reinforces Big Ideas Learning’s commitment to delivering high-quality, research-grounded mathematics programs that support both teachers and students.
EdReports reviews instructional materials using a comprehensive framework organized around three review gateways: Focus & Coherence, Rigor & Mathematical Practices, and Teacher & Student Supports. Programs that earn all-green ratings demonstrate alignment to rigorous standards, balanced instructional design, and strong supports that enable effective teaching and learning.
Math & YOU: Concepts & Connections is Big Ideas Learning’s high school curriculum, encouraging students to make meaningful instructional connections that deepen conceptual understanding and highlight the relevance of mathematics through real-world contexts. Through a focus on STEM applications, careers, and authentic data, students build confidence in problem solving while preparing for success in college and a wide range of career pathways.
According to EdReports’ Math & YOU: Concepts & Connections review, “Multiple routine and non-routine applications of mathematics are included throughout the series, with single and multi-step application problems embedded within lessons… Students engage with these applications both with teacher support and independently.”
Designed to foster productive mathematical thinkers, Math & YOU: Concepts & Connections emphasizes conceptual understanding as the foundation for procedural fluency and application. The program supports rich mathematical discourse, productive struggle, mathematical modeling, and reflective learning experiences that empower students to see mathematics as meaningful, useful, and achievable.
“Receiving EdReports’ all-green ratings for Math & YOU K-12 is a monumental achievement,” states Matthew Totzke, CEO of Big Ideas Learning. “We are committed to expanding access to a robust understanding of mathematics for all students through a high-quality mathematics curriculum that supports and empowers teachers.”
With this achievement, Big Ideas Learning strengthens its position as a provider of comprehensive, research-aligned mathematics instruction from elementary through high school, supporting educators and students with a connected learning experience across all grade levels.
School and district leaders can review the full EdReports evaluation of Math & YOU Concepts & Connections at https://edreports.org/reports/overview/math-you-concepts-connections-2025.
About Big Ideas Learning:
Big Ideas Learning, a Larson Texts Company, founded in 2008 by Dr. Ron Larson—an award-winning and influential math textbook author—is at the forefront of educational publishing. With over 35 million copies of Larson’s titles sold in the U.S., his impact on math education is profound. Building on Dr. Larson’s legacy, which began with his first edition of Calculus in 1978, Big Ideas Learning publishes rigorous, relevant, and conceptually rich K-Higher Ed mathematics programs. Our vision is to shape a future where education transcends boundaries, curiosity is nurtured, and individuals are inspired to dig deeper.
About Cengage School:
Cengage School delivers high-quality instructional materials and innovative digital resources for K–12 educators and librarians, helping them engage learners and support academic success.
Our Partnership:
Big Ideas Learning in partnership with Cengage School offers a comprehensive portfolio of mathematics solutions from elementary through college-level courses, including Advanced Placement®, honors, and electives. Together, we support teachers, inspire students, and achieve better outcomes.