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Our portfolio companies spend every day removing obstacles and working to overcome challenges students and workers have to get a good education and a good job.

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Jul 18, 2025

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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 7/18

From preparing graduates for the AI-driven job market to addressing historic disparities rooted in geographic and socioeconomic factors, innovative solutions are essential. Edtech companies, educators, and policymakers are increasingly collaborating to create equitable, future-ready learning environments that empower all students to thrive in an uncertain world.

Jul 11, 2025

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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 7/11

From the rising demand for targeted training to tackling chronic absenteeism and preparing teens for future careers, these articles highlight the pivotal role that edtech and workforce development companies can play in shaping a resilient, inclusive, and adaptable workforce.

Jul 7, 2025

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Acceleration Academies

Hybrid learning works well for some students

The Marion County Acceleration Academies program offers alternative education options and a path to graduation. Thirty-four local...

Jul 4, 2025

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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 7/4

The articles in this week's News Roundup collectively highlight the urgent need for a student-centered approach in education, emphasizing relationship-building, inclusivity, and empowerment in the edtech space. From addressing chronic absenteeism through welcoming environments and personalized engagement to leveraging AI tools for tailored instruction, the focus is on creating responsive systems that meet students where they are.

Jul 3, 2025

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Noodle Partners

Noodle Acquires MindMax to Strengthen Marketing and Enrollment Capabilities for Universities

Noodle Partners, PBC today announced the acquisition of key assets MindMax, LLC, a leading marketing and enrollment agency that partners...

Jul 1, 2025

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Acceleration Academies

We Are High Achievers, But We Were Almost a Statistic

Briauna and Tiauna Black: When tragedy struck, a hybrid school provided the flexibility and support needed to move from high school to...

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The Effectiveness of BetterLesson: Evidence & Research

  • Writer: Cat Burchmore
    Cat Burchmore
  • Jun 4, 2024
  • 1 min read

Updated: Nov 20, 2024

BetterLesson Has Earned ESSA Level III Certification

Through third-party partner LearnPlatform, BetterLesson has earned Level III certification for its alignment with standards outlined by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). This achievement represents a major step forward in verifying the effectiveness of our High Quality Professional Learning in achieving student academic outcomes and impacting teacher motivations.

ESSA Level III: Promising Evidence


  1. At least one correlational research study has demonstrated a positive relationship between use of this tool and student outcomes.

  2. Study establishes the product as eligible for all types of federal funding.


Previously, BetterLesson earned ESSA Level IV Certification: Demonstrates Rationale, in June 2023. Building evidence is a continuous effort, and we are dedicated to the ongoing process of generating, sharing and applying our research findings.

To read full article and download report here.


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