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In 2025, the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion continues to be a central theme in our global conversation. While we have made strides in creating more inclusive environments, there is always room for growth and improvement. A truly thriving society depends on recognizing and celebrating our differences.

Organizations are increasingly focused on developing DEI initiatives that ensure every employee feels valued and included. One effective tool to support these efforts is our Diversity Calendar, which highlights DEI holidays and significant cultural events throughout the year. This calendar serves as a reminder of the importance of inclusion in our daily lives and workplaces.

Below, you’ll find a sample of our diversity and inclusion calendar for 2025, featuring religious holidays, awareness months, and monthly diversity themes. This selection is designed to help you celebrate and integrate these important dates into your personal and professional life.

If a holiday begins the evening before, we will mark it with an asterisk (*) below.

January DEI Calendar 2025

January is a month to celebrate the diverse ways in which we communicate and connect with each other. From recognizing the importance of Braille for the visually impaired to honoring cultural and religious celebrations, this month is about understanding and appreciating the various forms of expression that enrich our world.

January 4 – UN: World Braille Day
Celebrates the importance of Braille for the visually impaired.

January 7 – Coptic & Eastern Orthodox Christian: Christmas
Marks the birth of Jesus Christ according to the Julian calendar.

January 14 – Buddhist: Mahayana New Year
Celebrates the Buddhist New Year in Mahayana traditions.

January 20 – Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Honors the civil rights leader and his contributions to equality.

January 27 – International Day of Commemoration in Memory of Victims of the Holocaust
Remembers the victims of the Holocaust and promotes Holocaust education.

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February Diversity and Inclusion Calendar 2025

February is dedicated to celebrating Black History Month, a time to honor the contributions, achievements, and rich history of Black Americans. This month also includes significant events that promote harmony and awareness across various cultural and health-related spectrums.

February 1 – UN: World Interfaith Harmony Week
Promotes harmony between all people regardless of their faith.

February 2 – Pagan and Wiccan: Imbolc
Celebrates the beginning of spring and the goddess Brigid.

February 4 – World Cancer Day
Raises awareness of cancer prevention, detection, and treatment.

February 17 – Washington’s Birthday (Presidents’ Day)
Honors the birthday of George Washington, the first U.S. President.

February 26 – Hindu: Maha Shivaratri
A major Hindu festival celebrating Lord Shiva.

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March Equality and Diversity Calendar 2025

March is dedicated to celebrating Women’s History Month, a time to recognize the contributions and achievements of women throughout history. This month also features important observances across different faiths and cultures, emphasizing the importance of equality and diversity.

March 1 – Islamic: Ramadan
A holy month of fasting, prayer, and reflection for Muslims.

March 5 – Christian: Ash Wednesday
Marks the beginning of Lent, a season of fasting and prayer.

March 8 – International Women’s Day
Celebrates the achievements of women and calls for gender equality.

March 14 – Hindu: Holi
The festival of colors, celebrating the arrival of spring.

March 14 – Sikh: Hola Mohalla
A Sikh festival featuring martial arts, poetry, and community gatherings.

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April Multicultural Calendar 2025

April is dedicated to World Autism Month, raising awareness and promoting understanding and acceptance of people with autism. This month also includes diverse religious and cultural celebrations, highlighting the rich tapestry of global traditions.

April 2 – World Autism Awareness Day
Promotes understanding and acceptance of people with autism.

April 12 – Jehovah’s Witnesses: The Memorial of Jesus’ Death
Commemorates the death of Jesus Christ.

April 13-20 – Jewish: Passover*
Celebrates the liberation of the Israelites from Egyptian slavery.

April 14 – Sikh, Hindu: Vaisakhi
Marks the Sikh New Year and celebrates the spring harvest.

April 20 – Christian: Easter
Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Learn about more April diversity events with our April Diversity Calendar 2025.

May Diversity and Inclusion Calendar 2025

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to promote mental well-being and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health issues. This month also includes events that recognize diverse cultural, religious, and social contributions to our global community.

May 5 – National Day for Awareness of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
Raises awareness of violence against Indigenous women and girls.

May 12 – Buddhist: Vesak (Buddha Day)
Celebrates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha.

May 15 – Global Accessibility Awareness Day
Promotes digital accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities.

May 17 – LGBTQ+: International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia
Raises awareness of discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals.

May 17 – Veterans: Armed Forces Day
Honors the men and women who serve in the military.

May 28 – Baha’i: Ascension of Baha’u’llah*
Commemorates the passing of the founder of the Baha’i Faith.

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June 2025 Diversity Calendar

June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month, celebrating the diversity, history, and contributions of the LGBTQ+ community. This month also includes events emphasizing love, acceptance, and the importance of countering hate speech.

June 2-3 – Jewish: Shavuot*
Celebrates the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai.

June 7-10 – Islamic: Eid al-Adha*
A major Islamic festival commemorating the willingness of Ibrahim to sacrifice his son.

June 12 – US: Loving Day
Celebrates the anniversary of the Supreme Court decision that struck down laws banning interracial marriage.

June 18 – UN: International Day of Countering Hate Speech
Promotes efforts to combat hate speech worldwide.

June 19 – US: Juneteenth
Commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans.

Learn more about different June religious holidays and June awareness days with our June Diversity Calendar 2025.

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July Equality and Diversity Calendar 2025

July is Disability Pride Month, celebrating the achievements and contributions of people with disabilities. This month also includes significant cultural and national observances that promote equality and inclusion.

July 4 – US: Independence Day
Celebrates the independence of the United States.

July 9 – Baha’i: Martyrdom of the Bab*
Commemorates the execution of the Baha’i co-founder.

July 14 – LGBTQ+: International Non-Binary People’s Day
Raises awareness of non-binary gender identities.

July 18 – UN: Nelson Mandela International Day
Honors the legacy of Nelson Mandela and promotes global peace.

July 24 – Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: Pioneer Day
Commemorates the arrival of the first Mormon pioneers in Utah.

Visit the July Diversity Calendar 2025 to learn more about all of the important July religious holidays and July heritage events.

August DEI 2025

August is Intersectionality Awareness Month, highlighting the interconnected nature of social categorizations such as race, class, and gender. This month features events that promote understanding and advocacy for diverse and intersecting identities.

August 9 – UN: International Day of the World’s Indigenous People
Celebrates the cultures and contributions of Indigenous peoples worldwide.

August 19 – UN: World Humanitarian Day
Honors humanitarian workers and advocates for those affected by crises.

August 21 – Jain: Paryushana begins
Marks the beginning of an important Jain festival focused on fasting and forgiveness.

August 26 – US: Women’s Equality Day
Commemorates the certification of the 19th Amendment granting women the right to vote.

August 27 – Hindu: Ganesh Chaturthi
Celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha.

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September celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, recognizing the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. This month also includes observances that promote mental health, safety, and equality.

September 10 – World Suicide Prevention Day
Raises awareness about suicide prevention.

September 11 – US: Patriot Day
Remembers the victims of the September 11 attacks.

September 15 – World Afro Day
Celebrates Afro hair and the cultural significance behind it.

September 18 – UN: International Equal Pay Day
Promotes the fight for equal pay for equal work.

September 23 – UN: International Day of Sign Languages
Celebrates sign languages and their importance for deaf communities.

Learn more about important September awareness days and September religious holidays on our September Diversity Calendar 2025.

October Multicultural Calendar 2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, dedicated to raising awareness and promoting research for breast cancer. This month also features diverse cultural and religious events that foster inclusion and understanding.

October 1 – UN: International Day for Older Persons
Promotes the rights and well-being of older persons worldwide.

October 2 – Jewish: Yom Kippur*
The holiest day in Judaism, dedicated to atonement and repentance.

October 10 – World Inclusion Day
Encourages inclusive practices and environments for all.

October 15 – LGBTQ+: International Pronouns Day
Raises awareness about respecting and using correct pronouns.

October 20 – Hindu: Diwali
The festival of lights, celebrating the victory of light over darkness.

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November DEI Calendar 2025

November is Native American Heritage Month, celebrating the cultures, traditions, and histories of Native Americans. This month also includes observances that honor veterans and promote gender equality and remembrance.

November 11 – US: Veterans Day
Honors military veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

November 19 – International Men’s Day
Highlights positive male role models and issues facing men globally.

November 20 – LGBTQ+: Transgender Day of Remembrance
Memorializes those who have lost their lives due to anti-transgender violence.

November 25 – UN: International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
Calls for action to end violence against women and girls.

November 27 – US: Thanksgiving Day
A national holiday for giving thanks and spending time with family and friends.

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December Diversity Calendar 2025

December is Universal Human Rights Month, promoting the protection and advocacy of human rights for all. This month also includes diverse religious and cultural celebrations that encourage unity and peace.

December 3 – UN: International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Promotes the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities.

December 10 – UN: International Human Rights Day
Celebrates the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

December 21 – Pagan and Wiccan: Yule*
Celebrates the winter solstice and the rebirth of the sun.

December 25 – Christmas
Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ.

December 26-January 1 – US: Kwanzaa
A week-long celebration honoring African heritage in African-American culture.

Discover even more insightful and interesting diversity days that you can celebrate during December with our Diversity Calendar Suite. You can also explore more inclusion opportunities with our Interfaith Calendar 2025.

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Questions

Contact support, we are always happy to help point you in the right direction.

What is the scholarship for?

We are able to provide scholarships through our non-profit partner Math Matters. The scholarship application is a part of our enrollment process. A scholarship can lower the tuition by as much as 80 percent, depending on the merit of the scholarship application submitted. The tuition would cover all of your children. To learn more or apply for a scholarship please visit the following url: https://www.elephantlearning.com/scholarships.

Does this program support low-income families with minimal costs?

We do offer scholarships that can help reduce the tuition. To learn more or apply for a scholarship please visit the following url: https://www.elephantlearning.com/scholarships

Why Aren’t They Just Memorizing Like I Did?

Our system teaches math conceptually through puzzles, not memorization. This approach helps students understand the underlying concepts and language of math, similar to how children learn colors. Once a student consistently solves a puzzle, they're ready for the next concept. This method avoids the stress and limitations of memorization, which often leads to math anxiety. Our software provides a non-judgmental environment for students to develop a deep understanding of math, making it accessible and enjoyable, rather than a chore.

Should I Be Worried About Screen Time?

While screen time is a concern, we recommend using the app for 10 minutes per day, at least three times a week, for targeted learning. Although our default playtime is set to 20 minutes per day, you can opt to extend playtime for your student by adjusting their daily playtime limit in the account settings.

Is My Child Learning? How Can I Be Sure?

Our system provides real-time insight into your child's learning progress through three methods: 1. **Dashboard**: A comprehensive tool that displays your child's progress in real-time. 2. **Weekly Progress Reports**: Regular email updates tracking minutes played, subjects learned and completed, and overall improvement. 3. **Real-Time Alerts**: Automated notifications if your child is struggling with a concept. These tools ensure you're always informed about your child's learning journey, preventing any surprises or late discoveries about their progress or struggles.

Why Doesn’t My Child Understand?

When your child struggles with a math concept, it's crucial to address it from their current understanding level. Our technology allows you to pinpoint the specific challenge: 1. Log into the dashboard and check the Active Curriculum section to see what your child is currently learning. 2. In the Topic Milestones section, you can see activities your child may need help with and try them in Parent Mode. 3. Have your child answer questions in Parent Mode and ask them to explain their answers. This can reveal misunderstandings and provide an opportunity for clarification. If you need further assistance, our Student Support Team at support@elephantlearning.com is ready to help.

What If I'm Not Sure How to Teach a Subject My Child Isn't Understanding?

Our system is designed to teach your child math without requiring your intervention. If your child struggles: 1. Check the Active Curriculum section on the dashboard for an explanation of the concept they're learning. 2. Under Topic Milestones, see what your child "May Need Help With" and try these activities in Parent Mode. 3. Ask your child if they're struggling with a topic. If yes, observe them playing in Parent Mode and ask them to explain their answers to reveal any misunderstandings. Remember, you don't need to understand the subject for your child to learn. If you need further help, our Student Support Team at support@elephantlearning.com is ready to assist.

How Do I Help My Child Apply Mathematics Outside of the App?

While not necessary for your child to succeed in their understanding of mathematics, exploring ways for your child to apply math outside of the app is a great way to solidify their understanding and continue the learning beyond the bounds of an electronic screen. We recommend two key ways to take learning "outside of the app": First, you can scroll to the bottom of the main dashboard page and under Topic Milestones find the section labeled "Activities for You and Your Child." Here you will find some recommended actions that will help solidify your child’s understanding of the topic while applying concepts they are learning in the app to “real world” scenarios. These recommended activities are customized to the specific topic your child is learning at this point in their learning cycle. Second, you can ask your child to teach you what they’ve been learning. In most situations, parents spend the majority of the conversations with their child trying to teach and/or explain things to them. When you switch the dynamic and encourage a child to teach you, you give them confidence and certainty about what they are learning - which in turn encourages them to learn even more. You might even learn a little math in the process!

How Can I Change the Voices Used in the App?

There are a variety of voices you can use within the system to customize your student’s listening experience. ‍(Available Voices‍) If you have premium voices turned on, the system will default to using the premium voices. As these voices are more human-sounding, we find most students prefer this setting. If the premium voices are unavailable or turned off, the app uses voices that are pre-installed on the device that your student is using. Voices vary quite a bit between devices and the operating system on the device. For example, OS X 10.9 had a wide variety of voices - some of which were quite annoying. Starting with OS X 10.11 and beyond, Apple standardized the pre-loaded voices which created a sound experience that was much better. When it comes to voices in the app, students usually have specific and personal preferences. For that reason, we added the ability to turn off undesirable voices and instead default to the voices your student prefers.‍ (Turning Off Undesirable Voices) On the device that your student is currently using, navigate to the Dashboard and click the settings button above and to the right of their avatar. In the resulting window, select the Voices tab. Use the Pronunciation field at the top of the screen and enter your student’s name phonetically. You can modify the spelling of your student’s name to sound out the name as you wish it to sound. You can then press the play button to the left of that field to hear a preview of how your student’s name will be pronounced within the app. You can then turn individual voices from the list of available options on and off. As you do this, the system will announce the voice so that you can hear how it sounds and decide if you want that voice to be an option when your student is using the app. Please remember to select Save when you’re finished testing the voices so that your preferences are locked down going forward.

How To Best Help Children?

Elephant Learning adapts to each student, so it's important they answer the questions themselves for accurate evaluation. This helps avoid frustration by ensuring the difficulty level is just right. We also provide parents with advice to reinforce learning outside the system. For example, if a student is learning to count to 6, we might suggest playing a board game using a die to practice counting. While it's helpful for parents to assist, we recommend not solving problems directly. Instead, ask students what they think the answer is and why. This lets you identify misunderstandings and guide them with hints to reach the correct solution.

What Do I Do If a Subject Shows up in Green on the Dashboard?

"What Do I Do If a Subject Shows up in Green on the Dashboard? Congratulations! A green indicator on your child’s dashboard indicates that your child is making great progress in learning a concept. Over time, your child’s understanding of mathematics will build on their understanding of earlier, foundational math concepts. A green indicator shows that the learning process is accelerating and they are building concepts on top of each other to gain deeper understanding and mastery. If you want to augment your child’s understanding of a specific topic, you can: Scroll to the bottom of the main dashboard page under Topic Milestones to the "Activities for You and Your Child." Here you will find some recommended actions that will help solidify your child’s understanding of the topic while applying concepts they are learning in the app to "real world" scenarios. These recommended activities are customized to the specific topic your child is learning at this point in their learning cycle. Ask your child to teach you what they’ve been learning. In most situations, parents spend the majority of the conversations with their children trying to teach and/or explain things to them. When you switch the dynamic and encourage a child to teach you, you give them confidence and certainty about what they are learning - which in turn encourages them to learn even more. You might even learn a little math in the process!

What Do I Do If a Subject Shows up in Yellow on the Dashboard?

A yellow dot next to a subject on your child's dashboard indicates they're in the process of learning that topic. This is normal and means they're making progress. If you're concerned about a topic being yellow for too long: 1. Check the Active Curriculum section on the dashboard for an explanation of the concept. 2. Under Topic Milestones, see what your child "May Need Help With" and try these activities in Parent Mode. 3. Ask your child if they're struggling with a topic. If yes, observe them playing in Parent Mode and ask them to explain their answers. 4. Use the "Activities for You and Your Child" section for real-world application of the concepts. Remember, our system is designed to teach your child math without requiring your intervention. If you need further help, our Student Support Team at support@elephantlearning.com is ready to assist.

What Do I Do If a Subject Shows up in Red on the Dashboard?

A red indicator on your child's dashboard signifies they're learning a new concept and may need more attention on that topic. Here's how you can help: 1. Check the Active Curriculum section on the dashboard for an explanation of the concept. 2. Under Topic Milestones, see what your child "May Need Help With" and try these activities in Parent Mode. 3. Ask your child if they're struggling with a topic. If yes, observe them playing in Parent Mode and ask them to explain their answers. 4. Use the "Activities for You and Your Child" section for real-world application of the concepts. Remember, our system is designed to teach your child math without requiring your intervention. If you need further help, our Student Support Team at support@elephantlearning.com is ready to assist.

Why Do the Puzzles Seem Repetitive?

At a glance, many of the activities may seem to be the same, but there are important differences between them for a child just learning that subject. Since we teach mathematics conceptually, it's important that we ensure that the concept is understood before moving on. This is why we often present several variations of an activity. Each presentation offers a different view of the concept, emphasizing it in a slightly different way. For example, consider learning to count. Adults have been counting for so long that we forget all the subtleties that go into it. Your child must learn that the numeral 6 means the same thing as six objects grouped together. They need to understand that it doesn't matter how those objects are arranged. Six objects arranged in a line is the same number as six objects arranged in a circle. They need to understand that the type of object doesn't matter either. Six apples is the same number as six oranges, which is the same as six fingers they could count with their hands. And that only covers different representations of a number. They'll need to learn how the numbers relate, counting out objects from one to two to three and so on. This is a different skill from counting backwards (say, from ten down to six), or counting by different steps (say, counting to six by twos). Remember that your child is still getting used to this process. Our activities are designed to test these differences and make sure that your child is getting all of the training that they need. Though the differences in the activities may be small, each step is important in ensuring that the concept is fully understood before your child moves on. These questions will also increase in difficulty, so that we can ensure that your child really understands and isn't simply making guesses.

Why aren't the sound not working on OS X Safari?

There have been reports of Safari not playing the sounds within the games. What we have found is that the following procedure will resolve this issue if you are encountering it: To troubleshoot this problem, you can choose Preferences / Websites / Click on Auto Play ‍Then change the settings to Allow All Auto-Play.

Is it possible to pause the subscription?

While we are not able to pause subscriptions, the subscription can be canceled and then reactivated. We do not move you to a newer pricing plan and when you reactivate you will be reactivating at the same tuition rate. Your children's progress will be saved and they will be able to continue where they left off upon reactivation.

How to change the Daily Playtime?

By default, our system limits playtime to 20 minutes per day. Recommended usage is 10 minutes a day, 3 days per week. On average, children within our system learn 1.5 years of mathematics over the course of 10 weeks when they use the system an average of 30 minutes per week and we have based our daily playtime recommendations based upon those averages. Children, especially younger children, can fatigue when using the system, as the problems are challenging when they are presented at the child's level. Counting is easy for adults but is difficult for young children. If your child fatigues sooner than their daily playtime, please allow them to rest and play again the next day or later. To change the student playtime limits, please log in using a web browser and navigate to Manage Account / Students. The Daily Playtime setting controls the limit for the day. It is displayed on the graph underneath the avatar on the dashboard. If you do not wish to have a daily playtime limit, turn on Unlimited Playtime. By doing so, the daily playtime field will only control the graph underneath the avatar to show a guide to the student on how long they've been playing today.

How Does Learning Occur In Elephant Learning?

Elephant Learning teaches mathematics conceptually. What this means is that we are focused on the language of mathematics. Many students use memorization techniques when they do not understand, and mathematics builds on top of itself like a brick wall. When there are gaps in understanding, it becomes difficult to understand more advanced topics. Elephant Learning finds those gaps and fills them with activities that were proven by third-party research to teach math concepts better than a classroom environment. In a classroom environment, as students say the answers out loud, it becomes difficult to ensure that all students understand the concept and are at the same level. For a teacher, individualized attention is a time-consuming proposition that is extremely difficult to achieve. Because our algorithms are constantly adapting to the students, we are always working right at each student's individual level. Our reports provide parents and teachers with individualized reports that allow them to understand exactly what each child understands. Using that knowledge, we can identify and fill gaps quickly.

How Do I Change How My Child's Name is Pronounced?

Sometimes, our voices may pronounce your child's name incorrectly, so you may change the pronunciation with the following steps. To change the pronunciation, go to that child's dashboard, and open their settings. You can open the settings by clicking the button above and to the right of their avatar. In the resulting window, click on the Voices tab. At the top of this window, there is a text box for the pronunciation. In this box, spell your student's name phonetically, and preview with the play button to the left of that field. Adjust and respell as necessary until the name is pronounced correctly.

Why Can't I See The Manage Account Menu Item?

Due to the App Store rules for apps that were created for young children, we cannot allow access to the Manage Account screen from within the mobile and tablet applications. You may find the Manage Account menu after logging in via a web browser on mobile, tablet, or desktop/laptop. If you logged in via a QR Code or using the URL from the QR Logins screen, we hide both the Manage Account menu item and the other students, so that it is locked to the single student who is currently using the app.

How Do I Cancel?

Navigate to Manage Account > Plans & Payment by logging in via the web browser. At the bottom of the page, there is a button that says Click Here To Cancel.

How Do I Change My Student's Assignment?

You can modify student assignments by logging in via a web browser. Navigate to the “Manage Account” option using the menu in the upper-right corner of the screen (click on the icon showing a stack of three lines). On the next screen, click on the “Students” tab, and then the “Change Assignment” button located just below the student’s name. Now, select the assignment that best fits your child. Note: If you change the assignment, the student's progress will no longer be available. Make sure to review the options carefully before proceeding or talk to a coach before making any change.

What Can I View in the Dashboard?

The Elephant Learning Dashboard offers a detailed yet user-friendly overview of your student's academic progress. It tracks your child's development through the Elephant Age, which highlights progress as milestones are reached. The Playtime Analysis feature compares the time your child spends using the app against the recommended 30 minutes per week, ensuring optimal usage. The Active Curriculum section displays the subjects currently being worked on along with their completion percentages, while the Topic Milestones feature showcases key milestones within each subject and their progress levels. Additionally, the dashboard provides insights into What Your Student is Working On, focusing on topics being actively learned, and What Your Student May Need Help With, identifying areas of struggle. To further enhance learning, the Activities for You and Your Student section offers additional exercises to extend learning beyond the app. Lastly, the Student Playtime feature provides a breakdown of playtime statistics for each subject, offering a comprehensive view of time management and engagement.

How can we schedule a math coaching session?

To speak with a Mathematics Coach, you may schedule a video call by visiting the link: https://calendly.com/results-counseling/results-counseling-session. You can also call us at 888-736-5876. Additionally, you can schedule at any time from within the app's Anxiety Coaching menu. We are also available online via email at support@elephantlearning.com, through Facebook Messenger, or via the site's chat widget.

Where do I find the progress report?

To locate your student's Placement Report and/or Progress Report click on the menu button in the top-right corner. Once you've opened the menu, if your student has completed the Placement Exam and the report is ready, you will see the "Placement Report" menu item. If your student has completed any curriculum, they will see the "Progress Report" menu item. The Placement Report will provide you with detailed information about their placement exam. The Progress Report will provide you with detailed information about the progress your child has made in the program, as well as what subjects they're currently working on and what they have completed. This report may be printed and shared with teachers or schools to show progress by a student in our program. You may also share progress digitally by putting your teacher's email address on the "Teaching Sharing" tab on the dashboard.

Why is our activity not being recorded?

If your student is in a puzzle and idle for 10 minutes, they will be automatically taken back out into their dashboard and the time is not recorded. If the student needs a break, the student should click on the home button first. The recording will initiate when the student plays or answers the puzzles. To track your student's playtime, you can check the Playtime Analysis tab, just below the Elephant Age graph, the duration is by default set to Weekly, but you can switch that to Daily; then hover your mouse on bar graph to see the how much time was spent by the student on a specific date.

Why doesn't the Elephant Age correspond to the student's real age?

The Elephant Age is the average age that children outside of the system are doing the same mathematics as your student. We calculate this by the averages provided by early age education research and by curriculum standards set by federal and state governments for grade levels. We recalculate the Elephant Age every time a student passes a milestone. The Elephant Age graph on the dashboard is also updated by milestone passes. Because of the way the Elephant Age is calculated, sometimes passing a milestone may not cause the age to increase and that is normal behavior if the subject matter being passed is below the current Elephant Age (not contributing to an increase).

How to reset my student since the coursework is too difficult for her/him?

From time to time, a student may get a Placement Exam that is too challenging, not challenging enough, or they may need a review of subject matter they already covered. If you follow the instructions in this article, it will help you set your student to the right level: https://elephantlearning.com/knowledgebase/how-do-i-reset-my-student/.

My student is struggling in the program, what is the better option to help my student?

Option 1: We can pause any subjects that are too challenging and revisit them once other subjects have been completed. Option 2: You may choose to work with the student, and we are available to assist. If the student has made significant progress and remains confident, this is the preferred option. You can review any missed questions through the history screen. We recommend using a web browser for optimal screen space. By clicking "Try" on any missed questions, you can play in parent mode, which will not affect the student’s score. This provides insight into the concepts being taught. Have the student answer the questions, even if incorrect, and ask them to explain their reasoning. This will help identify misconceptions, allowing you to offer hints or guidance. If needed, please reach out to us for further support. Misconceptions vary widely, so we avoid instructing directly— for example, one parent discovered that their student confused "older" with "taller," which impacted their understanding of subtraction. It’s essential to address the student’s understanding to avoid frustration. Option 3: If the student has experienced a loss of confidence but has shown significant progress, we recommend having them retake the placement exam based on their current Elephant Age. This will allow the student to return to their appropriate level quickly, and any need for material review will be automatically identified and addressed.

If we reach the level of where we should be, will the program be finished?

If a student's Elephant Age matches their actual age, it means they are performing at the expected level for their age. However, the program doesn't automatically end at this point. Elephant Learning is designed to continue challenging students and helping them advance beyond their current level, ensuring they build a strong foundation in mathematics. The program adapts to the student's progress and provides new material to keep them learning and growing.

How can we know where the students would need to start when using the program?

Students younger than 5 do not start within a placement exam. We are able to start them at the beginning of the system and they quickly find their level. If your student is 5 years of age or older, they automatically start within the placement exam. The button under the Avatar will change based on the current play status transitioning from “Placement Exam” to “Continue Coursework” as they exit the placement exam. After clicking that button, they will be presented with the character list. They may choose any character to get started, and it does not matter which character they choose, the activities given are always chosen by our algorithms that are adapting and customizing the curriculum to the student. The exam is able to quickly identify your student's current level of understanding, and our Mathematics Coaches are happy to walk you through the results of that exam as it is emailed to you upon completion. The Placement Exam typically takes about 30 minutes to complete, however, if it is taking longer, it means your student is further along and so that is good news. The placement exam continues until we have found their level of understanding.

Is this program/app suitable for my 12 year old?

We accept ages 2 and above. We cover from counting through Algebra including some courses such as personal finances. If you have a student struggling with upper-level mathematics, then our system will help. We cover the most common misconceptions that we see students exhibit even at the university level so that students can begin participating within the classroom as they complete our materials.

I could only add 3 kids to the form but have 3 others I would love to be able to include. Is that possible?

Our Family Plan subscription is to have all of your children use and experience our program. Our Family Plan accommodates up to eight students. Whether you have two or more students, the cost remains the same. Additionally, if you decide to unenroll one student from the program, the pricing will not change. By default, you can add up to 3 students upon signing up. To add another student you need to complete your enrollment application first and once completed kindly reach out to us, so that we can increase your student limit.

What is Elephant Age?

Elephant Learning has created a metric called Elephant Age that makes this easy. Elephant Age is the quickest way to assess your student's progress in the app, and you can find it on the top right of the dashboard. Think of Elephant Age as your student's real math age. Although the Elephant Learning system's milestones connect to state standards and Common Core, these standards can vary widely in what they assess for each grade level. Elephant Age is a quick one-number metric that is not connected to a specific grade level but instead to an average of what children generally know at that particular grade. For example, if your student is generally performing at a first-grade level, they'd be showing up as a six-year-old or higher in Elephant Learning Years. The Elephant Age records where your student started in the app and continues to track their progress as they pass specific mathematical concepts or milestones. Every time your child passes a milestone, the system recalculates their Elephant Age. You and your student can easily visualize their current level of understanding. What is significant about an Elephant Age is the trends you see over time. It can help you understand how the student is doing, and how they are progressing. This, in turn, engages both students and parents in the learning process. These trends are also tracked for you in the Elephant Age graph. This graph demonstrates your child's progression by providing you with an up to date graphic showing you the changes in your child's Elephant Age.

Which devices is the program compatible?

Elephant Learning is a versatile platform that can be accessed through various devices, including phones, tablets, iPads, desktops, and laptops. While it is compatible with a range of devices, for a better experience and convenient usage, we recommend considering an iPad or a tablet with a larger screen size. This will provide your student with a more comfortable and visually engaging learning experience. It is not necessary to have a tablet that has a pen though. If you have already signed up, you may download the apps on the iOS, Android, or Amazon Kindle Fire app stores or you may use the software via web browser (Chrome and Safari).

Is this online through an app?

We are an online mathematics system designed to help students understand the language of mathematics. We cover from counting through Algebra and on average, children in our system, learn 1.5 years of mathematics over the course of 10 weeks, when they use the system just 30 minutes per week. We deliver our curriculum through a gamification, to the student it feels like "Angry Birds" but for mathematics. For the parent, we include detailed reports that help you understand what your student is working on and how to take learning outside of the system if you wish.

Could I find out more about the teachers? Their educational backgrounds?

Presently, all of our mathematics coaches are current or former US Math Teachers.

Is There A Placement Exam?

Students five years or older are placed in a Placement Exam. We send you a report with the results. The Placement Exam was designed to start behind the student and catch up to their level so that the system has a puzzle game feel of starting easy and becoming more challenging. The placement exam continues until the student is fully placed, and if it takes longer for some students it means those students are ready for more advanced materials. Students younger than five are placed based on their age.

What ages/grades is Elephant Learning right for? What subjects does Elephant Learning cover?

We cover from counting through Algebra. We have seen students as young as 2 years of age achieve success. If you have an older student that is struggling with upper-level mathematics, it tends to be due to a misconception that occurs in Algebra or earlier. Our system will detect gaps in understanding and fill them with activities that were proven by third-party research to effectively teach the concepts. Our UI ages with students and we have graphics that are age-appropriate. We continuously create new experiences and curriculum.

What approach do you use to teaching?

Elephant Learning uses the latest in early age education science, combined with gamification and adaptive algorithms to provide a fun but completely customized approach to teaching. It is considered experiential and uses the spiral method to build students up from their current level. It feels a lot like what Montessori may do, but from counting through Algebra.

Should I help my student answer questions?

It is not advised that you show students how to solve the problems nor solve it for them. As you or anyone else answers correctly for your student, it is telling our system that the student understands the materials and may take the student to a level that they are not prepared to receive. Having said that, from time to time a student may require some help, and it is preferred that the parent provide hints without giving answers or strategies. In order to provide a hint or instruction that helps the student, please use the following process. Within the history screen, you may see which question they are having troubles with, and use the "Try" button to try in parent mode without affecting the student's score. After trying the question, allow your student to answer. Do not try to correct them or tip off the answer, allow them to answer incorrectly if it happens. Once the system says it is incorrect ask "Why do you think that is the correct answer?" or "How did you come to that answer?" When the student tells you, you will begin to understand their misconception and either distinguish the topic or provide a hint. Because the answer can vary greatly, it is best if a parent or teacher conducts this process. For example, a parent once reported back that the student had confused "older" and "taller" to have the same meaning. Our customer success is always here to help and so if the above process leaves parents or students confused, please contact us, so we can help advise.

My child has a learning impairment or special needs. Will this work for them?

Because we focus on teaching mathematics as a language, we have seen students from all backgrounds improve. While we do not collect information regarding learning impairments, many parents have come through our system and raised their hand to say that their student has a learning impairment such as ADHD, dyslexia, autism, etc., and that they have experienced success. Please see our case studies and testimonials to see their stories. We are very happy to continue to honor our guarantee for any student including students with learning impairments.

My child is significantly behind their peers. Will this work for them?

Yes. We start with a placement exam to find their initial level of understanding, and it is important that this placement exam starts behind their current level. We have tools that help determine which exam they should be placed in, and if you do not know, do not worry; there is a placement exam that tests the student from the beginning of our system to determine their initial level of understanding. The good news is that older students tend to catch up quickly. They have had math experiences over their lives that now may make more sense. For example, they may have memorized their multiplication tables but not really understood how to apply multiplication to solve real life problems. Once our system gets them the understanding and intuition, the memorization now becomes useful. We have students as old as 12 or 13, coming in tested at the 2nd or 3rd grade levels outside of our system, catch up to their grade level within 6 months. Again, we focus on the understanding, so that the student may participate in the classroom, and so not all the strategies will be covered. While this may not cause test scores to improve, the student may now participate in a classroom and pick up the strategies that teachers instruct in class in order to pass tests very quickly.

Is Elephant Learning considered a full curriculum?

We are considered supplemental, but we cover the essential topics that when understood allow your students to easily understand and learn the other curriculum items. For example, a student with a strong grasp of addition will be able to add on a clock or with money.

My child is significantly ahead of their classmates. Will this work for them?

Yes. For a student that is ahead, please ensure that the placement exam matches their level -- it should start behind where they are but be close so that we are catching up to them. That ensures that they have a good experience on the way in and that our system quickly finds their initial level. From there, we have seen students that are ahead continue to learn and engage with our system.

Do you have a demonstration or sample lesson?

There are demonstration videos on our homepage, we are unable to provide a sample lesson at this time.

Is there a contract or commitment to use the system?

There is no contract, nor commitment. You may cancel at any time, and the terms are month to month. All we ask is that you complete the month you are on.

I am a teacher, can I use Elephant Learning in my classroom?

Yes. We help teachers determine students' levels of understanding, create cohorts of students, and include teacher training and advice at the student's level even if it is not the current grade level they are in so that you may work with students that are ahead, behind or right at the level of the class. Finally, our reports help you understand which students need attention and what they need help with at a glance. This allows you to manage 1-1 time with students by exception and at each student's level. It is conceptual evaluation, remediation, and learning made easy.

How does your mathematics coach help my student gain confidence?

Our coaches are trained in helping students with mathematics anxiety. They treat the system like a basketball hoop. In basketball, it is physically impossible to shoot for the player, but in mathematics, sometimes we can destroy confidence by helping the student by giving them too much information. Essentially, we are shooting for the player. Our coaches are trained to let the student take the shot but also provide information to assist that allows the student to understand the solutions intuitively.

How does the guarantee work?

If your student uses the system an average of 30 minutes per week over the course of 10 weeks they will gain at least 1 year of Elephant Age. If the student does not achieve, we will either provide you with a refund for the three months or provide another three months with coaching. If at any point during the journey you feel that your student is not progressing as they should or that something may be going wrong, please do not hesitate to contact us. Our only mission is to empower children with mathematics and we're happy to have our team look at the data for your students and coach.

How does Elephant Learning work?

Our system addresses the essential topics as a language. What we have found is that students that understand the ideas and can discuss them with a teacher or parent are better able to learn the strategies and take instruction in class on "how to do" the mathematics they are encountering. Instead of memorizing, they learn the tables because it is a useful tool to help them solve problems that they are encountering in every day life. As students understand, they report increased confidence and actually begin to enjoy mathematics as it engages them as a puzzle to be solved rather than a task to be done. Our system, for older students, starts in a placement exam to find their initial level of understanding. The placement exam moves very quickly and was designed to start behind your student so that it is catching up to them. This helps build confidence and also helps the game feel as the levels start easy and get more challenging. Once we have determined your student's level of understanding, we send you a detailed report allowing you to understand what our assessment found as our coaching videos help you facilitate conversations with the student to ensure accuracy or recover if a mistake was made. Remember, a student needs to understand addition in order to understand multiplication and so it is important that we build from their level up. From there, we continue to feed puzzles that baby step the student from their current level up, each puzzle hinting at the next. When a student forgets or does not understand, the system takes them back to find the gap. As they show that they do understand we speed them to the next topic. All along the way, we help you keep your student in the game and provide you detailed reports on what they are working on, how we intend to teach it, and activities that you can do with your student outside of the system to facilitate or reinforce learning. The tool is configurable for any situation and we guide you every step of the way by telling you what to look out for and coaching through any anxiety or common issues that come about. On average, students that use our system 30 minutes per week learned 1.5 years of mathematics over the course of 10 weeks. We have seen this happen without parent help, though, every now and then a student may require extra attention. We help coach you through how to provide that and have our customer success team open to facilitate further if necessary.

How can I tell if my student actually understands the coursework?

Our system teaches while evaluating. As we are evaluating, we are determining proficiency in understanding the language of mathematics. That means that the student would be able to apply the materials outside of the system in the real world. As a teacher or parent, you may use our reports to understand how to take learning outside of the system.

Are you compatible with the Australian/Canadian/UK or my state's curriculum?

Because we teach mathematics as a language, and cover the essential topics, we are compatible with all other standards and curriculums including those from other countries. We have had many success stories come out of these countries and we opened up our system to the world during the COVID pandemic. At this time we only work in English.

Does Elephant Learning offer a free trial or free placement exam?

We are now offering a 5-day free trial for our customers to try our program. This will give you the opportunity to try our program and see if it's the right fit for your student. If for any reason you decide that the program is not suitable for your needs, you can cancel within the trial period and you will not be charged.

How is Elephant Learning different from Khan Academy or Prodigy?

We are a powerful tool created to effectively teach children mathematics. We include evaluation methods and options to tune the system specifically to your student. Our system is gamification of a proven curriculum, and we guarantee results. While other systems out there also provide math learning, our tool is complete with teacher training and powerful analytics that help you to help your student.

Is this Common Core?

We are not Common Core. Many parents find Common Core frustrating and confusing. Compatible with all standards and our system is straightforward, and our reports help you understand exactly what your student is working on and how we intend to teach it. They also provide methods that you can take learning outside of the system with fun games if you wish to be more hands on. We are curriculum, including Common Core, because we focus on teaching the essential topics of mathematics as a language. That way, regardless of the standard or curriculum your teacher is using, a student from our system is able to take learning from our system back into the classroom with them.

Do you provide customer support?

Our customer success team is trained and ready to handle any challenge you or your student may be facing within our system. We are able to examine the data and advise based on your feedback of what is happening for your student. We are available by chat, email, and phone.

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