SkyLearn was founded in Minneapolis in 2002. Our mission is to maximize the academic performance of every K-12 student with technology-based solutions in reading and math which are affordable, scalable and able to rapidly improve the academic achievement of students regardless of their socio-economic background. To accomplish this, SkyLearn has developed alliances with cutting edge educational technologists whose products promote mastery of core concepts and skills for students of all abilities. These educational solutions integrate diagnostic assessments and cognitive, research-based supplemental curriculum to provide individualized learning paths. In addition to state of the art educational software, SkyLearn also provides professional development programs to enable teachers and parents to better assist students in achieving their academic objectives.
An entrepreneur, civic volunteer and businessman, Jesse Overton II has said, “There is a gap that, when unattended, results in a lifetime equity gap for students who fail to master the foundational skills of reading and math.” This thinking has been embedded in both his professional career, during which he founded SkyTech, Inc., a satellite communication company, and SkyLearn, LLC, a best-in-class educational K-12 application software business, and in his founding in 2004 of the Hurdles Foundation, whose mission is to ensure that every child has a chance at a healthy, safe, and nurtured start to life. In both cases, Mr. Overton is driven to help children overcome life’s hurdles, and reach their full potential as contributing members of the community. Mr. Overton earned his B. A. degree from the University of Minnesota. His career path includes stops at 3M, Digital Equipment Corporation, and Honeywell. He also has served as chairman of the Minnesota Racing Commission, chairman of the Minnesota Job Skills Partnership, and President of the St. Paul NAACP.
