What happened to FastIXL?

FastIXL rebranded to Fast Action Edu in January 2026. The platform offers the same Florida FAST data analysis tools with the same features. All existing user accounts and data were preserved. The website fastixl.com now redirects to fastactionedu.com. Fast Action Edu continues to provide automated IXL skill mapping, student grouping, and Grade 3 Portfolio compliance tools for Florida teachers.

What is Fast Action Edu?

Fast Action Edu (formerly FastIXL) is a web-based tool that converts Florida FAST assessment scores into personalized IXL Success Plans for students in grades 3-8. Teachers upload FAST data as a CSV file and receive instant skill recommendations, automated student groupings by achievement level, and printable success plans aligned to Florida B.E.S.T. standards.

How much does Fast Action Edu cost?

Fast Action Edu offers a free tier for analyzing up to 5 students. The Classroom Plan costs $39.99 one-time (not a subscription) and allows analysis of up to 30 students with unlimited IXL skill recommendations, PDF success plans, and small group rosters.

Which grades does Fast Action Edu support?

Fast Action Edu supports grades 3 through 8 for both Mathematics and English Language Arts (ELA). The platform is aligned with Florida's B.E.S.T. standards and the FAST assessment achievement levels (Levels 1-5).

Can Fast Action Edu help with PM3 test preparation?

Yes. Fast Action Edu analyzes PM1 or PM2 scores to identify skill gaps and provides targeted IXL practice assignments specifically designed to help students improve before the PM3 testing window. The platform prioritizes skills where students are closest to leveling up.

Does Fast Action Edu help with Grade 3 Portfolios?

Yes. Fast Action Edu generates Grade 3 Portfolio compliance documentation for third-grade reading requirements. The platform produces evidence of student progress, intervention records, and standards-aligned work samples that meet Florida's third-grade retention and good cause exemption requirements.

Is Fast Action Edu affiliated with IXL Learning?

No. Fast Action Edu is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by IXL Learning, Inc. Fast Action Edu is an independent tool developed by Cothink LLC that maps Florida B.E.S.T. standards to IXL skill codes using proprietary curriculum alignment technology.

What data format does Fast Action Edu accept?

Fast Action Edu accepts CSV files exported from Florida school district data systems including Focus, Skyward, and Canvas. The file should include student names and FAST scores. The platform automatically detects grade levels, subjects, and achievement levels.

FAST-Action is a tool for Florida teachers that converts FAST (Florida Assessment of Student Thinking) scores into personalized IXL skill assignments and student success plans. Try 5 students free, then $39.99 for up to 30 students.

Which grades does FAST-Action support?

FAST-Action supports Grades 3-8 for both Math and ELA. All content is aligned to Florida B.E.S.T. standards and F.A.S.T. assessment categories.

How much does FAST-Action cost?

FAST-Action costs $39.99 for up to 30 students. You can try it free with 5 student plans before purchasing. Create a free account to get started.

Is my student data secure?

Yes, all data is encrypted with HTTPS/TLS in transit and AES-256 at rest. Session data is deleted automatically, and saved plans are encrypted and accessible only by you. Hosted on Google Cloud Platform with ISO 27001 and SOC 2 compliance. We never sell or share student information.

What file formats are supported?

FAST-Action supports CSV and Excel files (.csv, .xlsx, .xls) exported from the Florida Department of Education portal.

How does FAST-Action map skills to IXL?

FAST-Action uses a verified curriculum map that matches Florida BEST standards and FAST assessment categories to specific IXL skill codes, including the 3-letter skill IDs for easy assignment.

Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

FAST-Action ("Service," "Platform," "we," "us," or "our") is an educational technology service operated by Cothink LLC, a Florida limited liability company. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you use our web-based platform designed to assist Florida educators in analyzing student assessment data and generating personalized learning plans.

We are committed to protecting student privacy and complying with all applicable federal and state laws governing student data, including the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), 20 U.S.C. § 1232g, and its implementing regulations at 34 CFR Part 99.

2. FERPA Compliance and School Official Exception

2.1 Designation as School Official

FAST-Action operates under the "School Official" exception to FERPA's general consent requirements, as set forth in 34 CFR § 99.31(a)(1)(i)(B). Under this provision, educational agencies and institutions may disclose personally identifiable information (PII) from education records to contractors, consultants, volunteers, or other parties to whom the agency or institution has outsourced institutional services or functions, provided that:

The outside party performs an institutional service or function for which the agency or institution would otherwise use employees;
The outside party is under the direct control of the agency or institution with respect to the use and maintenance of education records; and
The outside party uses PII from education records only for the purposes for which the disclosure was made.

2.2 Teacher and School Control

The teacher and/or their employing educational institution retain direct control over all student data at all times. FAST-Action serves solely as a processing tool operating under the direction and authority of the educational professional who uploads the data. We do not:

Access student data for any purpose other than providing the requested educational service
Make independent decisions regarding the use or disclosure of student data
Retain student data beyond the scope of the service requested
Share student data with any third party without explicit authorization from the controlling educational authority

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Student Education Records

When educators use our Service, they may upload or input:

Student names and identifiers
Grade levels
Florida FAST assessment scores (PM1, PM2, PM3)
Performance levels and achievement data
Individualized Education Program (IEP) documents and related special education records

3.2 Educator Account Information

We collect the following information from educators who create accounts:

Email address
Name (optional)
Password (stored in hashed format only)
School or organization affiliation (if applicable)

4. How We Use Information

Strict Prohibition on Commercial Use

WE DO NOT SELL, RENT, TRADE, OR OTHERWISE COMMERCIALLY EXPLOIT STUDENT DATA.

Student information is never used for marketing, advertising, targeted advertising, behavioral tracking, or data mining for purposes unrelated to educational services.

Student data is used exclusively for the following educational purposes:

Analyzing FAST assessment results to identify student skill levels
Generating personalized IXL Learning skill recommendations
Creating individualized Student Success Plan PDFs
Providing AI-assisted IEP analysis and instructional recommendations
Supporting differentiated instruction planning

5. Data Security

Data at Rest

Encrypted using AES-256 (Advanced Encryption Standard with 256-bit keys)

Data in Transit

Protected using TLS 1.3 (Transport Layer Security)

6. Data Retention and Deletion

Users may request deletion of their data at any time. Upon receiving a deletion request:

All student data associated with the user's account will be permanently removed
Account information will be deleted
A confirmation of deletion will be provided

Upon account termination, all associated student data and user information is permanently deleted within thirty (30) days, except where retention is required by law.

7. Florida-Specific Provisions

As a service designed for Florida educators, we acknowledge and comply with:

Florida Statutes § 1002.22 (Education records and reports of K-12 students)
Florida Statutes § 1002.221 (Parental consent requirements)
Florida Administrative Code Rule 6A-1.0014 (Student Records)

8. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices:

Cothink LLC
Email: alberto@cothink.pro
Website: https://fastixl.com