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How students helped design an AI math coach
July 22, 2026
3 min read
At a glance: Kami Coach is an AI-powered math coaching product that helps students work through problems independently, with hints, check-ins, and guided feedback that support learning without giving away answers. It was co-designed over a full semester with students at Design Tech High School. Learn more about how Kami Coach helps students work through…

Virtual Campus School: Turning Learning Barriers into Breakthroughs with Kami
December 5, 2025
5 min read
When Principal Michael Albarracín reflects on his journey in education, he begins with people, not metrics or programs. “I was actually an ELL when I first started public school,” he

How Jeff Kilner and His District Transformed Teaching with Kami
November 27, 2025
5 min read
When Jeffrey Kilner watched his five-year-old daughter climb aboard the school bus for her first day of kindergarten, something shifted. “Now it’s real for me,” he said. “Before it was
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How the transformational learning principles reshape STEM content design
What a strong high school data science curriculum looks like, with real-world hooks students care about and a ready-to-use notebook.
January 22, 2025
10 min read

An Educator’s Journey with Kami
For veteran educator Laurel Aguilar-Kirchhoff, the path to edtech innovation began with a chance encounter. "I first came across Kami at a Q conference. Their booth caught my attention, it was fun and sparkly, with live demos on big screens. This was pre-pandemic, so I saw it as an annotation tool but didn't explore its…
January 14, 2025
4 min read

Reshaping Digital Learning in the Northwest
Educators know that bringing technology into the classroom isn't just about picking the latest tools. It's about building an ecosystem that truly empowers both teachers and their students to succeed. Through careful alignment with district goals and strategic professional development, educators in the Northwest ISD have discovered how digital tools can transform learning in meaningful…
December 4, 2024
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Building a high school data science curriculum students actually want to take
What a strong high school data science curriculum looks like, with real-world hooks students care about and a ready-to-use notebook.
December 2, 2024
10 min read

Student Engagement Statistics and Insights: Feedback from 3,000 K-12 Educators
In today’s educational landscape, fostering student engagement is more important than ever. The post-pandemic era has introduced numerous challenges that have significantly impacted how students interact with their learning environments. At Kami, we understand these issues and are committed to supporting school and district leaders in addressing them. To gain a better understanding of student…
November 5, 2024
2 min read

An Epic books reading log that captures what students think
Two Epic books reading log templates, one for independent reflection and one for partner discussion, plus Cat Ninja books for reluctant readers.
October 28, 2024
10 min read

The gap between a Portrait of a Graduate and proof
Skip the blank page. This librarian portfolio template turns student work you already have into a case for your program's impact.
September 3, 2024
10 min read

A new chapter of growth for Kami
We’re thrilled to announce that Kami is entering a new chapter of growth! Boston Ventures Investment Partners (BVIP) has made a significant investment in Kami, turbocharging our mission to bring Kami to every classroom worldwide. We’ve found an ideal partner in BVIP, who has a proven track record of helping innovators like us scale while…
August 21, 2024
2 min read

#ClearTheList: Transform Classrooms with Amazon Wishlist Clearing
In the heart of every classroom, there's a teacher who dreams of providing the best learning experience for their students. Yet, many teachers need more resources to make this dream come true. We’re not talking about Xboxes, iPads, and 4K TVs, but the essentials that make a classroom feel inviting and exciting. Many teachers spend…
July 18, 2024
3 min read

How the 5E model sequences a science lesson, phase by phase
A clear breakdown of the 5E model, engage through evaluate, with a worked unit example and a reusable lesson plan structure.
June 18, 2024
10 min read

Forward Focus: The Future is Now
Our vision for the future The Kami office is buzzing now that we can finally share our exciting updates! As your trusted partner in education, we're always looking for ways to enhance your teaching experience and improve student outcomes. On May 2, our CEO, Hengjie Wang, shared our vision for the future and revealed three…
May 2, 2024
3 min read

Three STEM teaching strategies that turn students into investigators
Three STEM teaching strategies you can apply this week, backed by current labor data, plus free Book Creator notebooks to adapt.
April 24, 2024
10 min read
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