Signal Hill is pleased to announce that its client Compass Learning, a leader in K-12 learning acceleration software backed by Marlin Equity Partners, has been acquired by Edgenuity, a portfolio company of Weld North Holdings LLC.

Compass Learning partners with educators to ensure students achieve record academic results, developing K-12 learning acceleration software for blended learning, intervention, high school, and inquiry-based personalized learning. The Company’s software helps pinpoint and close skill and concept gaps to move students forward academically. Compass serves more than 2 million students and 70,000 teachers in 10,000 schools across the U.S.

Edgenuity is a leader in online courseware for credit recovery and blended learning for grades 6-12. Weld North is an investment company focused on digital and SaaS education. The acquisition strengthens Weld North’s position as a leading operator of education businesses and provides Edgenuity with a comprehensive suite of K-12 products.

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