Apex Learning

Apex Learning Partners with Kimono to Offer a New Option for Delivering Seamless Technology Integrations

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Tuesday, August 11, 2020
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"As we continue to simplify the client experience for our district partners, our relationship with Kimono provides a streamlined integration option that safeguards educator and student data while saving educators' valuable time," said Chris Porter, CEO, Apex Learning.

Key Points: 
  • "As we continue to simplify the client experience for our district partners, our relationship with Kimono provides a streamlined integration option that safeguards educator and student data while saving educators' valuable time," said Chris Porter, CEO, Apex Learning.
  • Apex Learning Tutorials are used for grades 6-12 to strengthen skills, address learning gaps and provide personalized, scaffolded learning pathways.
  • Kimono offers a simple and transparent way for clients to exchange data with Apex Learning.
  • "We immediately recognized that Apex Learning shares our core values to provide strict data privacy while also delivering the best integrated teaching and learning experiences," said Steve Curtis, CEO, Kimono.

Tucson Unified School District Selects Apex Learning to Provide Online Learning for Students in Grades 6-12

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Tuesday, August 4, 2020
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SEATTLE and TUCSON, Ariz., Aug. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Apex Learning , a recognized leader in online learning, announced that following a rigorous RFP process, Tucson Unified School District (TUSD) in Tucson, Arizona, selected Apex Learning Digital Curriculum to support the district's comprehensive online instruction and intervention for the next five years.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE and TUCSON, Ariz., Aug. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Apex Learning , a recognized leader in online learning, announced that following a rigorous RFP process, Tucson Unified School District (TUSD) in Tucson, Arizona, selected Apex Learning Digital Curriculum to support the district's comprehensive online instruction and intervention for the next five years.
  • Apex Learning Courses will be used in middle school and high school for intervention, remediation, initial credit and within the district's alternative schools.
  • "Ensuring students' progress in their learning is always top of mind for educators," said Chris Porter, CEO, Apex Learning.
  • For more information, visit http://www.apexlearning.com
    Tucson Unified School District is Southern Arizona's largest district, educating more than 45,000 students.

Apex Learning Partners with NWEA to Address Student Learning Loss

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Monday, July 13, 2020
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SEATTLE, July 13, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Apex Learning , a recognized leader in online learning, announced a new partnership with NWEA .

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, July 13, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Apex Learning , a recognized leader in online learning, announced a new partnership with NWEA .
  • This new partnership maps student assessment scores from NWEA's MAP Growth assessment to Apex Learning Tutorials for middle school students.
  • "Now more than ever teachers need resources they can count on to address learning loss and help students progress toward grade-level goals," said Chris Porter, CEO, Apex Learning.
  • "This is especially true as educators work to address learning loss resulting from COVID-19 school closures.

Apex Learning Provides Summer School for Seattle Public Schools Secondary Students

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Tuesday, June 16, 2020
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SEATTLE, June 16, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Apex Learning , a recognized leader in online learning for secondary education, announced a partnership with Seattle Public Schools to provide 7th 12th grade students with access to credit recovery courses this summer.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, June 16, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Apex Learning , a recognized leader in online learning for secondary education, announced a partnership with Seattle Public Schools to provide 7th 12th grade students with access to credit recovery courses this summer.
  • Districts nationwide use Apex Learning digital curriculum as a critical part of their online learning program to address student learning gaps and recover necessary credits they need to progress toward graduation.
  • Apex Learning credit recovery courses provide each student with the opportunity to focus on exactly what they need to master to recover credits.
  • "We are honored to expand our relationship with Seattle Public Schools by providing students and their families with flexible options to ensure students stay on track."

Iowa Department of Education Approves Apex Learning Digital Curriculum to Support Remote Learning

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Thursday, April 2, 2020
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SEATTLE, April 2, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Apex Learning , a recognized leader in online learning for secondary education, is pleased to share that its curriculum has now been approved in Iowa as a private provider of online course content to support the state's virtual learning needs.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, April 2, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Apex Learning , a recognized leader in online learning for secondary education, is pleased to share that its curriculum has now been approved in Iowa as a private provider of online course content to support the state's virtual learning needs.
  • The Iowa Department of Education approved Apex Learning Courses, which districts can use as they shift their programs to remote learning options.
  • "At this difficult time, we are very happy to be able to support districts, students and their families as they focus on using new, online learning environments and now within their own homes," said Chris Porter, CEO, Apex Learning.
  • The Apex Learning Iowa state-approved courses cover a range of digital learning needs, including, English language arts, math, science, social studies, foreign language, CTE, and electives.

Apex Learning Announces New Board Member

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Thursday, November 21, 2019
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SEATTLE, Nov. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Apex Learning , a recognized leader in online learning for secondary education, announced today that Will Ethridge has joined the company's Board of Directors as Chairman.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Nov. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Apex Learning , a recognized leader in online learning for secondary education, announced today that Will Ethridge has joined the company's Board of Directors as Chairman.
  • "We are very excited to welcome Will Ethridge to our Board of Directors," said Chris Porter, Apex Learning Chief Executive Officer.
  • Mr. Ethridge has had significant impact as a global leader, board member, and policy advisor in education businesses.
  • "Will's depth of experience, visionary leadership, reputation, and networks make him an ideal Chairman for Apex Learning," said Andy Kaplan, Managing General Partner of Education Growth Partners, owner of Apex Learning.

Apex Learning Announces Leadership Transition

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Monday, November 11, 2019
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SEATTLE, Nov. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Apex Learning , a recognized leader in online learning for secondary education, announced today that Chris Porter has succeeded Cheryl Vedoe, long-time CEO of the company.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Nov. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Apex Learning , a recognized leader in online learning for secondary education, announced today that Chris Porter has succeeded Cheryl Vedoe, long-time CEO of the company.
  • "It is an honor to succeed Cheryl, who has had an extraordinary tenure with Apex Learning," said Chris Porter.
  • "We're very excited to have Chris join the Apex Learning team and believe his deep experience in K-12 education and technology will help the company continue to grow, evolve, and change students' lives," said Andy Kaplan, Managing General Partner of Education Growth Partners, owner of Apex Learning.
  • "Cheryl transformed Apex Learning from a struggling early stage company to a highly respected leader in digital curriculum," Andy continued.

Apex Learning Expands Course Catalog for the 2019 - 2020 Academic Year

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Monday, June 3, 2019
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"It is a high priority for us to ensure our course catalog stays current with education trends and the requirements of our users," said Cheryl Vedoe, CEO, Apex Learning.

Key Points: 
  • "It is a high priority for us to ensure our course catalog stays current with education trends and the requirements of our users," said Cheryl Vedoe, CEO, Apex Learning.
  • To view the 2019-2020 Apex Learning course catalog, visit: https://cdn.apexlearning.com/al/catalog_19-20.pdf .
  • Proven to increase outcomes, Apex Learning digital curriculum actively engages students in learning, with embedded supports and scaffolds to meet the needs of diverse learners.
  • Headquartered in Seattle, Apex Learning is accredited by AdvancEd and its courses are approved for National Collegiate Athletic Association eligibility.

Apex Learning Names Jean Sharp Its Chief Academic Officer

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Monday, May 6, 2019
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SEATTLE, May 6, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Apex Learning , a recognized leader in online learning for secondary education, announced that Jean Sharp has been appointed to the newly created position of Chief Academic Officer.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, May 6, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Apex Learning , a recognized leader in online learning for secondary education, announced that Jean Sharp has been appointed to the newly created position of Chief Academic Officer.
  • For the past seven years, Sharp has been the head of content development for Apex Learning.
  • Previously, Sharp was Vice President of Curriculum Development at PLATO Learning Inc and Executive Producer at MECC/The Learning Company.
  • "With her rich background in education, Jean Sharp has been an extraordinary asset to our company and will continue to have great impact as our Chief Academic Officer."

Apex Learning Applauds Bellevue School District Leader Honored for Dedicated Pursuit of Equity

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Wednesday, April 24, 2019
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SEATTLE, April 24, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Apex Learning , a recognized leader in online learning for secondary education, is pleased to congratulate Shomari Jones , the Director of Equity and Graduation Success at Bellevue Public School District in Bellevue, Washington, for his recognition in the Education Week "Leaders To Learn From" report.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, April 24, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Apex Learning , a recognized leader in online learning for secondary education, is pleased to congratulate Shomari Jones , the Director of Equity and Graduation Success at Bellevue Public School District in Bellevue, Washington, for his recognition in the Education Week "Leaders To Learn From" report.
  • The annual report spotlights the nation's most outstanding school district leaders for tackling pressing challenges and driving change in K-12 education.
  • "We are proud to partner with Bellevue Public School District to implement an online learning program as part of their efforts to meet diverse student needs."
  • During the most recent school year, there were more than 3.6 million enrollments in Apex Learning digital curriculum.