BetterLesson is a K-12 professional development company that provides comprehensive learning solutions for educators. Founded in 2008, it offers a suite of services including workshops, instructional coaching, and the BL Lab platform, which centralizes high-quality resources for educators. The company focuses on personalized, research-backed professional development that supports diverse learning needs and promotes equity in education. With over 1.4 million registered members and a commitment to continuous improvement, BetterLesson aims to create meaningful changes in teaching practices and student outcomes across districts.
Beyond 12 is a national, tech-enabled nonprofit that helps institutions provide first-generation students with the academic, social, and emotional support they need to succeed in higher education. Founded in 2009, the organization combines empathic coaching from near-peer coaches with adaptive technology to guide students through challenges, aiming to increase student engagement, retention, and success. Their AI-powered analytics engine predicts which students need help and prescribes targeted actions, making their approach unique in addressing systemic inequities in education. Beyond 12 works to dramatically increase the number of students from under-resourced communities who graduate from college and translate their degrees into meaningful employment and choice-filled lives.
Book Nook is a leading provider of high-impact virtual tutoring solutions designed to accelerate K-8 student achievement in reading and math. Their synchronous learning platform transforms small-group instruction into a powerful tool available for all students, regardless of their circumstances. With a focus on research-based lessons and data-driven impact, Book Nook tailors its flexible delivery options to meet the needs of schools and districts, ensuring effective implementation and measurable improvements in student outcomes. The company collaborates closely with educators to align tutoring with learning goals, creating a unified approach to student learning that enhances both in-class and supplemental instruction.
Campus is an accredited online community college that offers a range of associate degrees and certificate programs, focusing on maximizing access to quality education. With a commitment to student success, Campus provides live classes taught by experienced professors from top universities, personal success coaching, and essential resources like free laptops and Wi-Fi. The institution aims to eliminate financial barriers, with tuition set at $7,200 per academic year, allowing many students to attend without out-of-pocket costs. Campus has a diverse student body and a graduation rate of 61%, positioning itself as a leader in accessible online education.