K-12 Dealmaking: Brighteye Ventures, Wonder Workshop, Kano Raise Funds, EdWeek Market Brief
November 6, 2017
By Alexa J. Henry
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This week’s dealmaking news kicks off with European ed-tech investor Brighteye Ventures closing its $58 million inaugural funding round, while several organizations and startups devoted to promoting technology education raised funds and unveiled new partnerships.
Nonprofits Mouse, Code/Interactive Merge: New York City-based technology education nonprofits Mouse and Code/Interactive announced plans to merge, both companies announced in a statement.
Mouse provides original learning content with a focus on design thinking, STEM, and technology with purpose.
Code/Interactive trains educators and builds inclusive computer science programs. They partner with nationally recognized professional development and curriculum providers to introduce students to computer science in grades K-12.
“By bringing together learning content and educator training, Mouse and Code/Interactive will open opportunities for all youth to engage with creative technology and computer science to make meaningful change in our world,” the companies said.
After the merger, the combined organization will operate under the Mouse banner, with Code/Interactive as a sub-brand, the organizations said.
