LEAP Innovations

About

LEAP Innovations is a nonprofit organization based in Chicago, founded in 2014. It serves as a research and development hub focused on transforming education through personalized, competency-based learning experiences. The organization aims to prepare learners for 21st-century skills by integrating research-driven practices and technology. With a team of 48 staff members, LEAP collaborates with educators, researchers, and technology partners to pilot and scale sustainable educational solutions. Its initiatives include professional development and coaching for schools, the Human-Centered AI Coalition to promote AI adoption in education, and the EDInnovators Collective, which offers R&D opportunities and certification programs. The Pilot Network allows school teams to design and test student-centered learning models, while the Breakthrough Schools Initiative partners with Next Generation Learning Challenges to develop innovative schools in Chicago. LEAP primarily serves K-12 schools and districts, focusing on the Chicago Public Schools system and forming partnerships with education entrepreneurs and tech companies to enhance educational innovations. The organization operates through grants and partnerships, emphasizing effective practices and rapid prototyping.