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Whether you’re creating new programs or looking to update an existing curriculum, A Pass Educational Group is here for you. We’ve collaborated with publishers, school districts, and a range of other organizations to create customized educational content. Working with A Pass means more than just instructional design and content development – our staff excels at writing assessments, analyzing courses for standards alignment, and creating lesson plans. Your A Pass project consultants become part of your team, leading to a true partnership!

What Our Clients Are Saying

“Everything looks great! …Thanks to all of you for your hard work, patience and expertise.  I truly enjoyed the opportunity to work with you all to develop this stellar product. I am excited to know that the MCESC already has the first customer in line.  I am hopeful that our paths cross in the future.”

Sandi Preiss

Coordinator of Dayton Regional STEM Center, Montgomery County, OH

“The work quality was great…and did display a solid understanding of what we were aiming to achieve even without having experienced a slice of the end user experience. [Our contact at A Pass] was terrific. He was exceptionally responsive and asked all the right questions. On top of that, he did not hesitate to make recommendations where he thought that necessary. It felt like having a great partner instead of us just being a client.”

Kate Gallo Reilly

Sr. Product Developer, E-Line Media/Historia

“…[A Pass] met and exceeded my expectations after we discussed what I hoped for and the goals I was interested in achieving. I wished to differentiate my book and the lessons it offered for students from other Holocaust education literature I found as it related to displaced persons and I wished for it to become meaningful and relevant in today’s world…”

Joanie Schirm

Author, Adventurers Against their Will

“I had the pleasure of working with A Pass where they wrote instructional content for our educational technology product. A Pass consistently impressed us with their approach. They asked insightful questions, ensuring a thorough understanding of our needs. Their responsiveness to feedback was exceptional, making collaboration smooth and efficient. A Pass’s content developers are true subject matter experts. They crafted high-quality materials that exceeded our expectations. Throughout the project, A Pass demonstrated kindness and professionalism and their open communication style fostered a positive working relationship. They were also intentional about working to established timelines, ensuring a successful outcome.”

Kylie Rymanowicz

Senior Manager of Curriculum, Hatch Early Learning

What Makes Us Different

Everyone at A Pass Educational Group shares similar core values, and we regularly recognize each other for building relationships, solutions, and trust with our clients and each other. To ensure that we interact in ways that embody these core values, we reflect on service standards as we work together.

We Are:

Collaborative

We have a team mindset, supporting each other as we consult with our clients. This includes transparency, open communication, and a focus on the learners we all aim to influence.

Adaptable

We adapt to the situation, solving educational needs creatively. This includes being flexible to adjustments in priorities, customizing each project, and strategically using technology as appropriate.

Resourceful

We believe that a functional team is one that uses a wide range of resources. This includes searching out and utilizing the right talent, the right tools, and the right leadership for every project.

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Steve Gibson Appointed New Vice President of Content Development for A Pass Educational Group
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ass Educational Group, LLC, a leader in designing instruction, creating assessments, and building localized content for K-12 and higher educational markets, is pleased to announce the confirmation of Lynsey Peterson as the CEO of A Pass Educational Group, LLC (A Pass). Previously, Peterson served as the Co-CEO and Integrator with Andrew Pass as the other Co-CEO and Visionary. Andrew Pass will continue to be involved with A Pass as the Founder and Visionary, moving to a thought-leadership role, motivated by the many intersections of education and technology. 

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Meet Our Executive Team

Our relationship-centered, client-focused approach to every interaction results in responsive, long-term, positive partnerships.

ANDREW PASS

ANDREW PASS

Founder and Visionary

Andy says the wisest thing he has done as founder is to hire people smarter than he is to work closest to him. In his free time, he loves to go on cruises with his partner Debbie.
Andy was named a top EdTech influencer in 2023.

Stephen Gibson

Stephen Gibson

Vice President of Content Development

Steve is committed to helping people and organizations reach their potential. When he isn't on his bike exploring, Steve enjoys playing music, all things historical, and his daughters' adventures.

Sara Schooley

Sara Schooley

Vice President of Finance & Administration

Sara is enthusiastic about numbers and the inner workings of the business finances. She enjoys the outdoors, volunteering in her community, and spending time with her children.

KRISTIN SOLIDAY

KRISTIN SOLIDAY

Vice President of Business Development

Kristin loves helping clients achieve their goals and fostering a love of learning in others. An outdoor enthusiast, she spends her time away from A Pass exploring nature through hiking and participating in citizen science programs. Kristin is also active in community theater and choral groups and enjoys discovering and preparing foods from around the world.

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