Join the most powerful network in education innovation today.

The “Pulitzer of Education Innovation” returns to reward transformational education providers embodying the STOP Principles. We are calling all education entrepreneurs and leaders. Powered by the Center for Education Reform, the application for the 5th annual STOP for Education Accelerator in Miami, Florida is open! Applications are due July 15, 2025 at 12:00pm EST.

We are seeking principals, education founders, CEOs, Superintendents, entrepreneurs and other business leaders to apply for this once-a-year accelerator.

November 2025 • Miami, Florida

Apply now to vie for the $1 million Yass Prize.

Cohort members selected for the STOP for Education Accelerator will…

Vie for the $1 million Yass Prize

Vie for the $1 million Yass Prize that will be awarded to the education provider that most powerfully demonstrates Sustainable, Transformational, Outstanding, and Permissionless (STOP) education.

Learn from the best...

Learn from the best, the boldest, and the brightest of business, education innovation, policy, and more with intimate access to powerful speakers to more deeply understand the intersection between education, business, and sustainability.

Receive personalized feedback...

Receive personalized feedback during curated sessions with communication experts to hone your pitch and learn how to best tell their venture’s story.

Prepare to deliver...

Prepare to deliver a three minute pitch to vie for prestige and a few other surprises!

Join a powerful, lifelong network...

Join a powerful, lifelong network of education and business leaders who will inspire, challenge, and support your growth long after the accelerator ends. By working alongside a diverse group of education leaders, you will tackle pressing issues in the sector, allowing you to co-create solutions that will have a lasting impact on education and communities.

Gain Exclusive Access to...

Gain Exclusive Access to the Center for Education Reform’s team, who are pioneers in advocating for educational freedom and innovation for the past three decades. This is a unique opportunity to tap into their vast network and future programming, ensuring that your venture is part of the movement that is transforming education for the better for years to come.

Amplify Your Visibility...

Amplify Your Visibility and Influence, by showcasing your venture to a wider audience, including potential investors, partners, and influencers in the education sector, increasing your visibility and opportunities for collaboration.

Don’t miss your chance to learn alongside the best education innovators in the country!

Being part of this accelerator means you’re not just learning – you’re joining an exclusive, high-impact community. The relationships formed in this room will push you to new heights, offering collaboration opportunities, mentorship, and a lasting network that fuels your growth for years to come.

“Homeschool coalitions, public schools, charter school, microschools, and Ed tech firms all together with one goal of improving education in America. You have set a precedent with this incredible melting pot. Thank you for this amazing accelerator!”

-- Kenisha Skaggs, Founder of SOAR Academy in Georgia

“Just arrived at the ⁦accelerator and the energy in the room is like the first day of college. So much excitement at meeting new people and the chance to expand our minds!”

-- Amar Kumar, Founder and CEO of KaiPod Learning

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