Ellipsis Education provides a state‑approved K‑12 computer science curriculum integrated with a digital platform that includes built‑in IDEs, real‑time analytics, and accessibility features. The solution enables teachers—regardless of technical background—to deliver hands‑on coding, unplugged activities, digital citizenship, and STEM career lessons through a secure, intuitive environment.
Funding
$1.5M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Many K‑12 schools lack cohesive, standards‑aligned computer science curricula and the tools needed for teachers—often without a computer science background—to deliver consistent, hands‑on instruction. This results in fragmented, episodic CS experiences that fail to build deep computational thinking or prepare students for future digital challenges.
Solution
Ellipsis Education offers a complete, teacher‑led computer science solution that combines a state‑approved K‑12 curriculum with an integrated learning platform. The curriculum progresses from early foundations to AI and advanced coding, grounded in research‑backed pedagogy such as project‑based learning, gradual release of responsibility, and universal design for learning. The platform provides built‑in IDEs, real‑time progress visibility, and customizable courses, enabling teachers to deliver coding lessons, unplugged activities, digital citizenship, and STEM career modules without needing extensive technical expertise. Real‑time data and reporting give educators actionable insights into student growth, while accessibility features ensure inclusive participation across devices and learning needs.
Target Audience
Ellipsis serves K‑12 school districts, individual schools, and state education agencies seeking a comprehensive, teacher‑friendly computer science program, as well as educators who need ready‑to‑use curriculum and platform tools.
Features
- State‑approved, standards‑aligned K‑12 computer science curriculum covering fundamentals to AI and advanced topics
- Integrated, inline IDEs with enhanced error messages and code visualizers for immediate, hands‑on coding within lessons
- Multiple authentication options (SSO, Google Classroom, Clever, MS Teams, Canvas, etc.) for seamless school integration
- Customizable course pathways allowing teachers to align lessons with student interests and local requirements
- Project sharing and collaboration tools for students and teachers to showcase and review work
- Real‑time dashboards and analytics that track grades, engagement, and learning patterns for data‑driven instruction
- WCAG 2.1 AA compliant accessibility features including high‑contrast themes, screen‑reader support, and captioned videos
- Support for four lesson types: coding, unplugged, digital citizenship, and STEM careers, each scaffolded for progressive mastery