ABOUT US

Building Thinkers,

Shaping Problem-Solvers

Building Thinkers,

Shaping Problem-Solvers

Through hands-on missions and practical learning, we prepare students to tackle real-world challenges with confidence, creativity, and critical thinking.

Through hands-on missions and practical learning, we prepare students to tackle real-world challenges with confidence, creativity, and critical thinking.

Through hands-on missions and practical learning, we prepare students to tackle real-world challenges with confidence, creativity, and critical thinking.

ABOUT US

Building Thinkers,

Shaping Problem-Solvers

Through hands-on missions and practical learning, we prepare students to tackle real-world challenges with confidence, creativity, and critical thinking.

MISSION STATEMENT

Building Thinkers
and Problem-Solvers

Building Thinkers
and Problem-Solvers

Building Thinkers
and Problem-Solvers

At Catalyst School, we are building thinkers and problem-solvers ready to tackle real-world challenges. Our mission is to empower students to develop the skills, curiosity, and drive needed to thrive in a constantly evolving world.

At Catalyst School, we are building thinkers and problem-solvers ready to tackle real-world challenges. Our mission is to empower students to develop the skills, curiosity, and drive needed to thrive in a constantly evolving world.

At Catalyst School, we are building thinkers and problem-solvers ready to tackle real-world challenges. Our mission is to empower students to develop the skills, curiosity, and drive needed to thrive in a constantly evolving world.

OUR VALUES

Our Core Values

Our Core Values

Our Core Values

Learning

Outcomes First

Student Outcomes First

Student Outcomes First

We prioritize meaningful learning outcomes in everything we do.
If it takes more time, or it creates more work, we do it regardless.

We prioritize meaningful learning outcomes in everything we do. If it takes more time, or it creates more work, we do it regardless.

We prioritize meaningful learning outcomes in everything we do. Every mission, lesson, and experience is designed to ensure students leave with practical, real-world skills.

Practical Learning

Practical Learning

Practical Learning

We believe in teaching only what you can use. Our curriculum is focused on hands-on, practical learning that prepares students to apply what they've learned to real-world challenges.

Innovate with Hacks

Innovate with Hacks

Innovate with Hacks

We’re always finding smart hacks and creative shortcuts. Innovation is at the core of everything we do, allowing us to deliver better results, faster.

Always Learning

Always Learning

Always Learning

We are lifelong learners. Curiosity drives us to constantly question, improve, and seek better solutions. We inspire our students to do the same.

MISSION STATEMENT

Building Thinkers
and Problem-Solvers

At Catalyst School, we are building thinkers and problem-solvers ready to tackle real-world challenges. Our mission is to empower students to develop the skills, curiosity, and drive needed to thrive in a constantly evolving world.

OUR VALUES

Our Core Values

Learning

Outcomes First

We prioritize meaningful learning outcomes in everything we do.
If it takes more time, or it creates more work, we do it regardless.

Practical Learning

We believe in teaching only what you can use. Our curriculum is focused on hands-on, practical learning that prepares students to apply what they've learned to real-world challenges.

Innovate with Hacks

We’re always finding smart hacks and creative shortcuts. Innovation is at the core of everything we do, allowing us to deliver better results, faster.

Always Learning

We are lifelong learners. Curiosity drives us to constantly question, improve, and seek better solutions. We inspire our students to do the same.

OUR BEGINNING

What If School Looked Different?

What If School Looked Different?

What If School Looked Different?

LETTER FROM OUR FOUNDER

Why We Started Catalyst

Why We Started Catalyst

Why We Started Catalyst

Hi there 👋🏻 Daniel here — I'm one of the parent founders behind Catalyst.When we began, we weren’t sure if we were the right people to challenge the traditional education model. We’re not career educators, but we’re parents who saw, through our own children and conversations with other parents, that school just wasn’t working.

The core issue? Our children weren’t engaged. They weren’t learning in ways that fueled their natural curiosity, and they certainly weren’t learning the skills they’ll need in this new age of AI and technology. Instead, school seemed to condition them to follow a set of rules, measure their performance, and move on—all aimed at getting into a good college. But when did education stop being about learning and start being about testing?

Schools today seem to focus on grading and moving from one topic to the next, without considering how it truly benefits children in the long run. What’s the point of learning something if it doesn’t ignite their curiosity or prepare them for the future?

What if we could reignite that spark of curiosity—get them excited to learn, create, solve, and innovate?

That’s the goal we set out to achieve.

Join us in reshaping education it for the future of our children.

Hi there 👋🏻 Daniel here — I'm one of the parent founders behind Catalyst.When we began, we weren’t sure if we were the right people to challenge the traditional education model. We’re not career educators, but we’re parents who saw, through our own children and conversations with other parents, that school just wasn’t working.

The core issue? Our children weren’t engaged. They weren’t learning in ways that fueled their natural curiosity, and they certainly weren’t learning the skills they’ll need in this new age of AI and technology. Instead, school seemed to condition them to follow a set of rules, measure their performance, and move on—all aimed at getting into a good college. But when did education stop being about learning and start being about testing?

Schools today seem to focus on grading and moving from one topic to the next, without considering how it truly benefits children in the long run. What’s the point of learning something if it doesn’t ignite their curiosity or prepare them for the future?

What if we could reignite that spark of curiosity—get them excited to learn, create, solve, and innovate?

That’s the goal we set out to achieve.

Join us in reshaping education it for the future of our children.

Hi there 👋🏻 Daniel here — I'm one of the parent founders behind Catalyst.When we began, we weren’t sure if we were the right people to challenge the traditional education model. We’re not career educators, but we’re parents who saw, through our own children and conversations with other parents, that school just wasn’t working.

The core issue? Our children weren’t engaged. They weren’t learning in ways that fueled their natural curiosity, and they certainly weren’t learning the skills they’ll need in this new age of AI and technology. Instead, school seemed to condition them to follow a set of rules, measure their performance, and move on—all aimed at getting into a good college. But when did education stop being about learning and start being about testing?

Schools today seem to focus on grading and moving from one topic to the next, without considering how it truly benefits children in the long run. What’s the point of learning something if it doesn’t ignite their curiosity or prepare them for the future?

What if we could reignite that spark of curiosity—get them excited to learn, create, solve, and innovate?

That’s the goal we set out to achieve.

Join us in reshaping education it for the future of our children.

Hi there 👋🏻 Daniel here — I'm one of the parent founders behind Catalyst.When we began, we weren’t sure if we were the right people to challenge the traditional education model. We’re not career educators, but we’re parents who saw, through our own children and conversations with other parents, that school just wasn’t working.

The core issue? Our children weren’t engaged. They weren’t learning in ways that fueled their natural curiosity, and they certainly weren’t learning the skills they’ll need in this new age of AI and technology. Instead, school seemed to condition them to follow a set of rules, measure their performance, and move on—all aimed at getting into a good college. But when did education stop being about learning and start being about testing?

Schools today seem to focus on grading and moving from one topic to the next, without considering how it truly benefits children in the long run. What’s the point of learning something if it doesn’t ignite their curiosity or prepare them for the future?

What if we could reignite that spark of curiosity—get them excited to learn, create, solve, and innovate?

That’s the goal we set out to achieve.

Join us in reshaping education it for the future of our children.

OUR BEGINNING

What If School Looked Different?

LETTER FROM OUR FOUNDER

Why We Started Catalyst

Hi there 👋🏻 Daniel here — I'm one of the parent founders behind Catalyst.When we began, we weren’t sure if we were the right people to challenge the traditional education model. We’re not career educators, but we’re parents who saw, through our own children and conversations with other parents, that school just wasn’t working.

The core issue? Our children weren’t engaged. They weren’t learning in ways that fueled their natural curiosity, and they certainly weren’t learning the skills they’ll need in this new age of AI and technology. Instead, school seemed to condition them to follow a set of rules, measure their performance, and move on—all aimed at getting into a good college. But when did education stop being about learning and start being about testing?

Schools today seem to focus on grading and moving from one topic to the next, without considering how it truly benefits children in the long run. What’s the point of learning something if it doesn’t ignite their curiosity or prepare them for the future?

What if we could reignite that spark of curiosity—get them excited to learn, create, solve, and innovate?

That’s the goal we set out to achieve.

Join us in reshaping education it for the future of our children.

WHY ARE WE DOING THIS

WHY ARE WE DOING THIS

Not Just "Project Based" Learning

Not Just "Project Based" Learning

Not Just "Project Based" Learning

Not Just "Project Based" Learning

You'll find many project-based learning schools, but what we’re doing is different. We’re not just having students work on interesting projects (though those are important). Instead, we’re immersing them in real decision-making processes, as if they were actually in charge of historic events.

They’ll face situations where they need to think quickly, solve complex problems, and understand the real-world consequences of their decisions. This approach develops critical thinking and problem-solving skills in a dynamic, hands-on way.

You'll find many project-based learning schools, but what we’re doing is different. We’re not just having students work on interesting projects (though those are important). Instead, we’re immersing them in real decision-making processes, as if they were actually in charge of historic events.

They’ll face situations where they need to think quickly, solve complex problems, and understand the real-world consequences of their decisions. This approach develops critical thinking and problem-solving skills in a dynamic, hands-on way.

You'll find many project-based learning schools, but what we’re doing is different. We’re not just having students work on interesting projects (though those are important). Instead, we’re immersing them in real decision-making processes, as if they were actually in charge of historic events.

They’ll face situations where they need to think quickly, solve complex problems, and understand the real-world consequences of their decisions. This approach develops critical thinking and problem-solving skills in a dynamic, hands-on way.

You'll find many project-based learning schools, but what we’re doing is different. We’re not just having students work on interesting projects (though those are important). Instead, we’re immersing them in real decision-making processes, as if they were actually in charge of historic events.

They’ll face situations where they need to think quickly, solve complex problems, and understand the real-world consequences of their decisions. This approach develops critical thinking and problem-solving skills in a dynamic, hands-on way.

OUR LEADERS

The Minds Behind Catalyst Academy

Lisa

Lead Mission Director

Passionate Chemical engineer turned homeschool teacher with decades of experience presenting curriculum in innovative ways.

Daniel

Founder & CEO, Catalyst Academy

A dedicated parent striving to provide the best education for the next generation in the world of AI. MIT Graduate.

Bryan Ng

Lead Science Instructor

Engages students with real-world science missions, fostering a love for discovery and innovation.

Justin

Director of Finance

A genius with all things finance to keep the engines going and keeping us all compliant

Vennela

Math Mission Director

Specializing in breaking down complex concepts to build strong problem-solving skills. Founder of an education nonprofit.

Brittany

English Curriculum Designer

Dynamic English tutor with a talent for turning reading and writing into engaging, personalized learning experiences

Evan, PHD

Math Curriculum Advisor

US Math Olympiad Coach. MIT Math PHD. Passionate about teaching Math as a way of problem solving

Dylan

Head of Technology

Oversees the integration of tech tools, ensuring students have access to modern digital learning platforms.

OUR LEADERS

The Minds Behind Catalyst Academy

Lisa

Lead Mission Director

Passionate Chemical engineer turned homeschool teacher with decades of experience presenting curriculum in innovative ways.

Daniel

Founder & CEO, Catalyst Academy

A dedicated parent striving to provide the best education for the next generation in the world of AI. MIT Graduate.

Bryan Ng

Lead Science Instructor

Engages students with real-world science missions, fostering a love for discovery and innovation.

Justin

Director of Finance

A genius with all things finance to keep the engines going and keeping us all compliant

Vennela

Math Mission Director

Specializing in breaking down complex concepts to build strong problem-solving skills. Founder of an education nonprofit.

Brittany

English Curriculum Designer

Dynamic English tutor with a talent for turning reading and writing into engaging, personalized learning experiences

Evan, PHD

Math Curriculum Advisor

US Math Olympiad Coach. MIT Math PHD. Passionate about teaching Math as a way of problem solving

Dylan

Head of Technology

Oversees the integration of tech tools, ensuring students have access to modern digital learning platforms.

OUR LEADERS

The Minds Behind Catalyst Academy

Lisa

Lead Mission Director

Passionate Chemical engineer turned homeschool teacher with decades of experience presenting curriculum in innovative ways.

Daniel

Founder & CEO, Catalyst Academy

A dedicated parent striving to provide the best education for the next generation in the world of AI. MIT Graduate.

Bryan Ng

Lead Science Instructor

Engages students with real-world science missions, fostering a love for discovery and innovation.

Justin

Director of Finance

A genius with all things finance to keep the engines going and keeping us all compliant

Vennela

Math Mission Director

Specializing in breaking down complex concepts to build strong problem-solving skills. Founder of an education nonprofit.

Brittany

English Curriculum Designer

Dynamic English tutor with a talent for turning reading and writing into engaging, personalized learning experiences

Evan, PHD

Math Curriculum Advisor

US Math Olympiad Coach. MIT Math PHD. Passionate about teaching Math as a way of problem solving

Dylan

Head of Technology

Oversees the integration of tech tools, ensuring students have access to modern digital learning platforms.

OUR LEADERS

The Minds Behind Catalyst Academy

Lisa

Lead Mission Director

Passionate Chemical engineer turned homeschool teacher with decades of experience presenting curriculum in innovative ways.

Daniel

Founder & CEO, Catalyst Academy

A dedicated parent striving to provide the best education for the next generation in the world of AI. MIT Graduate.

Bryan Ng

Lead Science Instructor

Engages students with real-world science missions, fostering a love for discovery and innovation.

Justin

Director of Finance

A genius with all things finance to keep the engines going and keeping us all compliant

Vennela

Math Mission Director

Specializing in breaking down complex concepts to build strong problem-solving skills. Founder of an education nonprofit.

Brittany

English Curriculum Designer

Dynamic English tutor with a talent for turning reading and writing into engaging, personalized learning experiences

Evan, PHD

Math Curriculum Advisor

US Math Olympiad Coach. MIT Math PHD. Passionate about teaching Math as a way of problem solving

Dylan

Head of Technology

Oversees the integration of tech tools, ensuring students have access to modern digital learning platforms.

OUR LEADERS

The Minds Behind Catalyst Academy

Lisa

Lead Mission Director

Passionate Chemical engineer turned homeschool teacher with decades of experience presenting curriculum in innovative ways.

Daniel

Founder & CEO, Catalyst Academy

A dedicated parent striving to provide the best education for the next generation in the world of AI. MIT Graduate.

Bryan Ng

Lead Science Instructor

Engages students with real-world science missions, fostering a love for discovery and innovation.

Justin

Director of Finance

A genius with all things finance to keep the engines going and keeping us all compliant

Vennela

Math Mission Director

Specializing in breaking down complex concepts to build strong problem-solving skills. Founder of an education nonprofit.

Brittany

English Curriculum Designer

Dynamic English tutor with a talent for turning reading and writing into engaging, personalized learning experiences

Evan, PHD

Math Curriculum Advisor

US Math Olympiad Coach. MIT Math PHD. Passionate about teaching Math as a way of problem solving

Dylan

Head of Technology

Oversees the integration of tech tools, ensuring students have access to modern digital learning platforms.

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Ready to Start Your Learning Journey?

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to Explore the Curriculum

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to Enroll My Child

Begin the simple and easy enrollment process. Take the first step towards an engaging, practically - focused education for your child.

Ready for the Next Step?

Ready to Start Your Learning Journey?

I’m Ready

to Explore the Curriculum

Browse through our exciting, hands-on missions designed to ignite curiosity and foster real-world skills.

I’m Ready
to Enroll My Child

Begin the simple and easy enrollment process. Take the first step towards an engaging, practically - focused education for your child.

Ready for the Next Step?

Ready to Start Your Learning Journey?

I’m Ready

to Explore the Curriculum

Browse through our exciting, hands-on missions designed to ignite curiosity and foster real-world skills.

I’m Ready
to Enroll My Child

Begin the simple and easy enrollment process. Take the first step towards an engaging, practically - focused education for your child.

Ready for the Next Step?

Ready to Start Your Learning Journey?

I’m Ready

to Explore the Curriculum

Browse through our exciting, hands-on missions designed to ignite curiosity and foster real-world skills.

I’m Ready
to Enroll My Child

Begin the simple and easy enrollment process. Take the first step towards an engaging, practically - focused education for your child.

Ready for the Next Step?

Ready to Start Your Learning Journey?

I’m Ready

to Explore the Curriculum

Browse through our exciting, hands-on missions designed to ignite curiosity and foster real-world skills.

I’m Ready
to Enroll My Child

Begin the simple and easy enrollment process. Take the first step towards an engaging, practically - focused education for your child.

Main Office

123 2nd Ave S suite 230

Edmonds WA 98020

Email address

info@thecatalystschool.com

Phone Number

(425) 380-2878

Our Times

Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Main Office

123 2nd Ave S suite 230

Edmonds WA 98020

Email address

info@thecatalystschool.com

Phone Number

(425) 380-2878

Our Times

Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Main Office

123 2nd Ave S suite 230

Edmonds WA 98020

Email address

info@thecatalystschool.com

Phone Number

(425) 380-2878

Our Times

Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Main Office

123 2nd Ave S suite 230

Edmonds WA 98020

Email address

info@thecatalystschool.com

Phone Number

(425) 380-2878

Our Times

Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

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helpful learning and teaching insights.

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Main Office

123 2nd Ave S suite 230

Edmonds WA 98020

Email address

info@thecatalystschool.com

Phone Number

(425) 380-2878

Our Times

Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Group LLC