Lakewood, N.J. —June 20, 2006—Achieve3000™ is pleased to announce that TeenBiz3000, has won a Codie Award from the Software & Information Industry Association as the "Best Instructional Solution: Web-based or Online."

TeenBiz3000 is a differentiated instruction solution that provides daily nonfiction reading content that is precisely and scientifically matched to each student’s reading ability. It was among winners chosen from more than 1,026 nominations—the most in the history of the Codies.

"I applaud all the companies selected as winners or finalists in this year’s Codie Awards," said Ken Wasch, SIIA President. "The software and information industry continues to move at a break-neck pace. Being recognized by your peers for getting to and staying at the head of the pack in such a dynamic environment is a major accomplishment, and it is one of the reasons why the Codie Awards hold such a special place in our industry."

TeenBiz3000^™ provides differentiated instruction in reading and writing for grades 9-12 and is proven to accelerate reading comprehension, writing proficiency, vocabulary development and high-stakes test scores. The TeenBiz proprietary software engine first assesses students based on Lexile measures, then delivers a daily engaging nonfiction article that is tailored to each student's reading level.

"Customizing content to meet each student's individual needs was a dream for many years. With the power of web-based technology, it is becoming a reality for today’s students. We are honored to have our solution recognized with a 2006 Codie Award," said Saki Dodelson, Achieve3000's chief executive officer. "We envision a world where all students are progressing with instruction, no matter what challenges they bring to the classroom. Products such as TeenBiz3000 can make this happen."

About Achieve3000
Achieve3000, of Lakewood, NJ, delivers differentiated literacy solutions proven to increase reading comprehension, vocabulary and writing proficiency for students in Grades 2-12. Through its proprietary software engine, the company uses the Internet to provide each student with an appropriate version of the same content based on his or her reading level. The company's products include KidBiz3000 (a reading and writing program for grades 2-8) and TeenBiz3000 (a reading and writing program for grades 9-12).