New Research on Hispanic Families’ Use of Media for Learning from JGCC
The Joan Ganz Cooney Center released three reports that explore the diverse and growing Hispanic population in the U.S. and how these families are using media to promote learning at home. Aprendiendo en casa reveals findings from a national parent survey; Connecting to Learn recommends policy solutions to improve digital equity among low-income Hispanic families; and […]
NewSchools’ Strategy at a Glance
Over the past month, we have been sharing a couple of the pillars of our strategy going forward. The infographic below captures our vision, ration
Investing in Tools & Services that Support Innovative Schools
Over the last few weeks, we’ve been sharing some information about our investment strategy at NewSchools.
In a January 13
ReimaginED 2015: Trends in K12 Education
ReimaginED 2015: Trends in K12 Education from David Havens We’re living in a time of tremendous technological change. In the next five years, another billion people will gain access to the internet. By 2020, 80% of the adults on Earth will have a smartphone, double what it is today. [1] We started the Seed […]
A closer look at K12 edtech funding in 2014
Bolstered by a strong Q1 and Q3, venture investment in K12 education technology was up 32% in 2014 totaling $642 million (
The Power of Video in Education and Our Investment in Zaption
Online video is central to the way in which 21st century learners digest and share information with one another. According to
Although “Record Levels of Edtech Funding” has been a recurring headline, there hasn’t been a focus on the role of philanthropy as the majority of funding is coming from the private sector. From our front line view as an active edtech seed investor, we see the need for diverse forms of capital to realize the […]Philanthropy’s Essential Role in K-12 Edtech and Strategies for Impact
Data Analytics Tools in U.S. K-12
The use of data to influence decision-making isn’
Investment Approaches of the Seed Fund – Part III
Tools to Differentiate Instruction in a One-Size-Fits-All Education System Last weekend, I sat in a sewing class with my ten year old daughter and was surprised to learn that ⅓ of our day would be dedicated to programming our sewing machines. The room full of women, most over sixty years old, happily embraced the automation of […]
Where are K-12 Edtech Venture Backed Startups Based?
This is the first post in a series to spotlight trends in K-12 edtech venture funding data. Advantageous location of a startup is no substitute for a great product or entrepreneur, but it may increase the odds of success. In edtech, early success for a startup often hinges on access to talent, early-stage funding, high-quality […]