ThinkCERCA
Founded 2012 · 57 employees on LinkedIn · 4 known investors
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ThinkCERCA develops K-12 writing software and curriculum designed to teach critical thinking skills to students through structured literacy instruction. The company serves schools and districts with educational technology tools and professional development resources.
Founders & leadership
ThinkCERCA was founded in 2012 by Eileen Murphy.
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Eileen MurphyinShe previously served as Director of Curriculum and Instruction for Chicago Public Schools and founded the English department at Walter Payton College Prep, where she also taught for 15 years; she is also the author of 360 Degrees of Text.
Investors · 4
Competitors · 2
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Frequently asked questions
- What does ThinkCERCA do?
- ThinkCERCA develops K-12 writing software and curriculum designed to teach critical thinking skills to students through structured literacy instruction. The company serves schools and districts with educational technology tools and professional development resources.
- Who founded ThinkCERCA?
- ThinkCERCA was founded by Eileen Murphy in 2012.
- Who are ThinkCERCA's investors?
- ThinkCERCA's investors include Plum Alley Investments, Edovate Capital, Gingerbread Capital, Impact Engine.



