Katherine Krause~~Atif Azher~~Omar Kanjwal~~Jeannine McSweeney~~Scott Schilson~~Lori Lesser~~Russell Light
January 24, 2026
Curriculum Associates Acquires SoapBox Labs

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AI-made summary
- Simpson Thacher advised Curriculum Associates in its acquisition of SoapBox Labs, with financial terms undisclosed
- Curriculum Associates develops research-based instructional materials and data management tools for educators
- SoapBox Labs specializes in privacy-focused voice AI technology designed for children, supporting educational tools in literacy, math, and language learning
- The legal team from Simpson Thacher covered areas including M&A, executive compensation, intellectual property, and tax.
Simpson Thacher represented Curriculum Associates in connection with its acquisition of SoapBox Labs. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.~~Curriculum Associates designs research-based print and online instructional materials, screens and assessments, and data management tools. The company's products and customer service provide teachers and administrators with the resources necessary to teach diverse student populations and foster learning for all students.~~SoapBox Labs is an equity-centered, privacy-by-design voice AI company. The company's proprietary voice engine has been built to power accurate and equitable voice experiences for children ages two and up of every accent, dialect, and stage of development. These experiences include pre-K–12 screening, assessment, practice, and intervention tools for literacy, math, and language learning.~~The Simpson Thacher team includes Katherine Krause, Atif Azher and Omar Kanjwal (M&A); Jeannine McSweeney and Scott Schilson (Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits); Lori Lesser and Bobbie Burrows (Intellectual Property); and Russell Light (Tax).
