School Specialty

School Specialty, Inc. is a distributor of supplies, furniture, technology products, and curriculum solutions for the education marketplace in the United States and Canada. The company operates through two main segments: Distribution and Curriculum. The Distribution segment focuses on supplying the PreK-12 education market with a wide range of products, including classroom supplies, office products, physical education equipment, and classroom technology. It also offers services related to project management and design for school refurbishment and new construction. The Curriculum segment develops and sells standards-based science products and laboratory supplies. School Specialty markets its products through a sales force, catalogs, and proprietary e-commerce websites. Founded in 1959 and headquartered in Greenville, Wisconsin, the company emphasizes various well-known brands in its offerings, catering to the diverse needs of educational institutions.

Ryan Bohr

CEO

8 past transactions

Flaghouse

Acquisition in 2023
FlagHouse is a health and wellness company that specializes in providing sports equipment and recreational products. The company serves as both a supplier and retailer of resources aimed at enhancing physical education, sports, fitness, and recreation. Additionally, FlagHouse focuses on creating inclusive environments by offering products that cater to individuals with special needs and those requiring sensory integration. By providing essential resources for physical activity, learning, and play, FlagHouse aims to make the world more accessible and rewarding for people of all ages and abilities.

SchoolKidz

Acquisition in 2022
SchoolKidz is a provider of kitting solutions that specializes in creating school supply kits for elementary and middle-school students. The company serves over 3,000 schools across the United States with its Teacher Tailored school supply kits, designed to simplify the back-to-school shopping process for parents. In addition, SchoolKidz operates the KitsforKids program, which collaborates with non-profit organizations to supply essential goods for educational and humanitarian purposes. This initiative enables organizations to address the needs of less fortunate students by providing necessary school supplies, thereby supporting both educational and community efforts.

Triumph Learning

Acquisition in 2017
Triumph Learning, LLC is an educational content company based in New York, specializing in the publication of print and digital K-12 resources. Founded in 1963, the company provides standards-aligned instructional materials and research-based supplemental resources designed to support teachers and enhance student learning. Triumph Learning focuses on test preparation and intervention curriculum products, including its flagship program, Coach, which offers customized test preparation aligned with state-specific standards. The company's offerings encompass a variety of subjects, including English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies, and are delivered through multiple mediums such as print, digital platforms, and third-party applications. In addition to educational materials, Triumph Learning provides teacher support and professional development opportunities to facilitate effective instruction and improve test outcomes for students. The company operates as a subsidiary of School Specialty, Inc.

AutoSkill International

Acquisition in 2009
AutoSkill International Inc. designs, develops, and delivers software-based reading and math intervention solutions to educational institution.

Delta Education

Acquisition in 2005
Delta Education, LLC is a publisher of curriculum-based elementary school science kits tailored for K-8 educators in the United States. The company is known for its flagship program, which is a comprehensive K-8 science curriculum utilized in numerous school districts, including major cities such as New York City, Los Angeles, and Chicago. Delta Education offers a variety of educational resources, including the SCIS 3+ program, which emphasizes activity-centered learning based on a conceptual framework. Additionally, the company provides modular classroom kits and literacy solutions designed for children. Its products combine software tools with hands-on laboratory exercises, creating interactive educational experiences that enhance science learning in the classroom.

The Guidance Channel

Acquisition in 2004
The Guidance Channel operates as an educational publishing and media company.

Califone International

Acquisition in 2004
Califone International, Inc. designs, develops, and manufactures a range of audio/visual and supplemental curriculum products tailored for educational and presentation environments. Its product lineup includes DVD, CD, and cassette players, cassette recorders, stereos, headphones, public address systems, listening centers, and portable audio systems. Additionally, the company provides computer peripherals, digital cartridge readers, card readers, and overhead projectors, catering to a diverse clientele that includes educators, students from pre-kindergarten to higher education, as well as institutions such as houses of worship and parks. Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Chatsworth, California, Califone International distributes its products through an international network of dealers. The company operates as a subsidiary of School Specialty, Inc.

Select Agendas

Acquisition in 2003
Select Agendas produces and markets student agendas.
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