NewSchools is a venture philanthropy that builds a better education system by connecting people, resources, and ideas.
In America, it remains all too predictable who gets a fair shot at life. Our education system should be a gateway to opportunity, yet it often acts as a barrier. While there’s no shortage of committed leaders and bright spots in communities across the country …
Here’s a look at some of the most interesting themes across our 2024 investing activity, as well as promising innovations that bring us closer to ensuring every student is prepared to thrive in school and in life.
NewSchools is announcing more than $23 million in new investments and reinvestments to over 80 ventures, chosen from 1,600 applicants nationwide. At a time when it would be easy to pull back, innovators are stepping forward with courage, resilience, and bold visions for what comes next in public education.
We’re rewriting the rules of education and philanthropy – who gets to lead, who’s invited to collaborate, and whose dreams have a shot at coming true.
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Despite signs of academic recovery, new data reveals that public school students, especially younger ones, are significantly behind, with achievement gaps widening …
Learn why now is the time to reimagine teaching with innovative roles, AI, and new strategies to attract and retain a diverse, motivated educator workforce.
AI is one of the most talked-about — and least understood — technologies in K-12 education today. While some see it as a silver bullet and others as a threat, NewSchools is taking a different stance …