Hiveclass Scores $1.5M Seed Funding to Revolutionize Kids' Physical Education
Hiveclass an online P.E platform for K-12 students secures $1.5M in seed funding to revolutionize physical education and combat childhood inactivity
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Hiveclass Scores $1.5M Seed Funding to Revolutionize Kids' Physical Education
The COVID-19 pandemic dramatically altered the educational landscape, forcing schools to embrace online learning. While academics adapted, many parents and educators worried about the decline in children's physical activity. Joe Titus and Paul Suhr, two friends and fathers, shared this concern, leading them to create Hiveclass, an edtech platform designed to revitalize K-12 physical education. Now, Hiveclass is making waves with its innovative approach and has secured $1.5 million in seed funding to expand its reach and impact. The P.E. Problem: Beyond the Pandemic While the pandemic highlighted the need for alternative P.E. solutions, the challenges facing physical education extend beyond lockdowns. Even in a post-pandemic world, many students are disengaged from traditional P.E. classes. Some students actively skip them, while others dread the competitive environment and the potential for bullying. The increasing cost of youth sports programs also creates a barrier for many fa…