Stride CEO James Rhyu Reveals How They’re Disrupting K-12 Education—And What’s Next

Stride CEO James Rhyu just dropped some truth bombs about revolutionizing education—and Wall Street is finally paying attention.

The online education giant isn't just competing with traditional schools—it's completely bypassing their outdated models. Rhyu's strategy? Leverage technology to deliver personalized learning at scale while cutting overhead costs that plague brick-and-mortar institutions.

Beyond K-12, Stride's pushing into corporate training and professional development markets. Because nothing says 'educational disruption' like monetizing lifelong learning while traditional universities still charge $200K for degrees that might not land you a job.

Rhyu's vision transforms education from a physical location to an adaptable digital ecosystem—proving sometimes the smartest moves happen outside the classroom walls. Even if Wall Street analysts still can't decide if this is 'visionary' or just another ed-tech play trying to justify its valuation.