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Edmentum to Acquire Apex Learning, an Industry Leader in Virtual and Hybrid Learning for Middle and High School Students

eSchool News

Minneapolis June 22, 2021 – Edmentum (edmentum.com ), a global pioneer in education technology, announced a definitive agreement to acquire Apex Learning, a Seattle-based industry leader in digital curriculum and virtual learning with over 20 years of deep expertise providing high-quality, rigorous, and teacher-centered programs.

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Strategy, Serendipity, Sleepless Nights: 3 Edtech CEOs on ‘Great Exits’

Edsurge

At the time, he was part of PLATO Learning, a school instructional software vendor now known as Edmentum. PLATO had reportedly spent about $50 million to buy another company to expand the school grades it serviced. We send emails, we have meetings face to face,” he said.

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Sneak a peek at 8 eSN K-12 Hero Awards contenders

eSchool News

Companies are encouraged to nominate the schools and districts using their products and services–this offers a chance to share success stories and impart valuable lessons learned with the education community. Our entire partnership has really helped our district to continue to thrive.

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eSN Hero Awards Finalists: 10 dedicated educators

eSchool News

Hatcher’s guidance, Akron Public Schools partnered with Edmentum to integrate cutting-edge learning technologies, harnessing their full potential to enhance learning outcomes. Our online school and EdOptions Academy, Edmentum Services, has really provided us with the flexibility to meet the needs of families as soon as they arrive.

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Which Edtech Companies Are Listening to Teachers?

Edsurge

Earlier we talked to educators who feel disillusioned by edtech companies’ seemingly disingenuous engagement tactics or feel invisible in the edtech choices made at their schools. Educators at the Helm Before we dive into that data, it’s important to understand the broader context of our analysis.

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Teacher shortages force districts to use online education programs

The Hechinger Report

The upside of using a company like Edgenuity is that it takes teachers time to build those resources. Over a year ago, at an October 2017 meeting, the West Bolivar board approved spending $102,500 on 360 Chromebooks to be distributed districtwide. The school district contracts with Edmentum, which is similar to Edgenuity.

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17 Hero Awards finalists demonstrate their commitment to education

eSchool News

With HMH’s blended curriculum and data tools, teachers in Jones County were able to streamline instruction and personalize learning for each student, without having to purchase extra materials or sign in on multiple platforms. Nominee: Laura Johnson , Apex Learning Virtual School Nominated by: Edmentum.

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