The Edge - a breakthrough SEL+ curriculum and life skills platform for students.

The Edge is the latest innovation from Ascend Now US, dba The Edge, a US-based education startup committed to increasing both college and career readiness for all students. 

The Edge's curriculum was developed in response to the growing need for students to possess both hard and soft skills essential for long-term success. Designed in collaboration with educators and aligned with the CASEL framework, It is the first curriculum to meet educators' demands for high-quality instructional materials for SEL and life-skills readiness.

Students build their edge by cultivating essential life skills, such as communication, problem-solving, and self-awareness, and important career readiness skills, such as entrepreneurship, negotiation, financial literacy, and networking, to boost their academic abilities.

The curriculum is flexible and requires minimal preparation to support all learning environments, including asynchronous and synchronous learning and even flipped learning. It is designed to enable educators to adapt as needed.

Unique attributes include: 

Integrated Skill Framework: A comprehensive curriculum organized into 5 pillars covering 24 essential skills in 115 modules, aligned with CASEL, ASCA, and global standards.

Flexible and Educator-Friendly: Designed to reduce teachers' workloads, The Edge offers over 1,000 customizable, MTSS-aligned resources, allowing easy adaptation for diverse classroom needs.
 
Real-Time Analytics: Advanced data tools provide actionable insights into student progress, helping schools measure outcomes and enhance program alignment with educational goals.

Compelling Content:  Engaging material combines learning sciences with professional writing from skilled authors associated with SNL, Netflix, and HBO Max, ensuring relevance and educational integrity.

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