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CentralReach, a Fort Lauderdale, FL-based provider of Autism and IDD software, acquired Silas, a social and emotional learning (SEL) and solution for PreK-12 general, special, and transition vocational education programs.
The amount of the deal was not disclosed.
With the acquisition, CentralReach will expand its offerings.
Founded by Chris Dudick, Silas offers research and evidenced-based, CASEL-aligned screening solutions to measure students’ abilities, SEL programs for all tiers with CASEL-aligned lessons, applied behavior analysis-based instruction tools, executive functioning solutions built by Dr. George McCloskey, transitional vocational solutions, and more. Silas uses proprietary assessments to customize the learning plan for each student and accelerates reinforcement and retention of those skills through an interactive, animated app that allows students to make bespoke animated videos tied to each lesson.
Led by CEO Chris Sullens, CentralReach is a provider of autism and IDD care software, providing a complete, end-to-end software and services platform that helps children and adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) – and those who serve them – develop their potential, achieve better outcomes, and live more independent lives.
Its solutions are used by more than 175,000 professionals globally.
FinSMEs
09/02/2024