Edgenuity Now Empowers All Learners and Improves Student Outcomes
from Kindergarten through High School
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Edgenuity, a leader in online and blended learning solutions, today
announced a major acquisition that will expand Edgenuity’s reach across
the entire K-12 educational spectrum – empowering schools to achieve
their academic goals and improve outcomes for all students. Edgenuity
has acquired education software provider Compass Learning, creating the
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market’s most powerful and comprehensive suite of digital curriculum
products.
“Quality education must start from day one and now is the right time for
a provider that can span each critical stage of learning, from
elementary to the middle grades to high school, and deliver improved
student outcomes across the board,” said Sari Factor, CEO of Edgenuity.
“Edgenuity is the leader in courseware for grades 6-12 and Compass
Learning has enjoyed a long history in the market for intervention and
skills instruction in K-8 math, reading and language arts. Together, we
will address schools’ most critical needs across the K-12 spectrum.”
Compass Learning gives Edgenuity a full K-12 math and English language
arts curriculum product line, enabling Edgenuity to more effectively
meet the growing demand of school leaders and teachers for personalized,
targeted learning at all grade levels. The combination reinforces both
companies’ acclaimed rigor and commitment to delivering high-quality
online content and courses aligned to state standards.
Compass Learning, based in Austin, Texas, offers software for blended
learning, intervention and inquiry-based personalized learning. Compass
Learning products help pinpoint and close skill and concept gaps and
move students forward academically with explicit instruction, supported
practice, independent practice and ongoing formative assessment.
“The ed-tech industry is rapidly growing and evolving – with an
increasing need for data to drive personalized instruction and support
blended learning in the classroom,” continued Factor. “Schools need a
provider to help them implement effective strategies to integrate online
curriculum. Both Edgenuity and Compass Learning have established strong
reputations for delivering engaging, research-based solutions that
propel learning. Together, we are well-equipped to realize our mission
of helping all students achieve academic success.”
Edgenuity’s headquarters will remain in Scottsdale, Arizona, and will
maintain an office in Austin, Texas. The terms of the agreement were not
disclosed.
About Edgenuity
Edgenuity is a leading provider of online curriculum and services with
implementations in 8 of the top 10 school districts in the U.S. Our
rigorous, standards-aligned digital content is fully flexible for use in
any online or blended learning model to support a personalized learning
environment, from NCAA-approved virtual courses to honors and Advanced
Placement offerings to test preparation, credit recovery, and
intervention. Edgenuity’s Blended Learning Services, Instructional
Services and Professional Development offerings, as well as supplemental
programs such as Edgenuity MyPath, help students, educators and
districts achieve success in their online learning programs. For more
information, visit Edgenuity.com.
About Compass Learning
Known for its academic rigor based on more than 40 years of research
into how students learn, Compass Learning partners with educators to
ensure that students achieve record academic results, one learner at a
time. Its K–12 learning acceleration software combines a research-driven
instructional approach and actionable data with engaging digital content
so students have fun while making real progress. Supported by innovative
professional development, Compass Learning is a comprehensive answer for
educators who want to inspire and facilitate students’ efforts on the
path to success. Based in Austin, Texas, Compass Learning serves more
than 2 million students and 70,000 teachers in 10,000 schools across the
United States.
Contacts
Sloane & Company
John Hartz, 857-598-4779
or
Edgenuity
Leslie
Sobon, 877-202-0338