Building 21 is a nonprofit that designs a new school architecture to ensure every learner develops the skills, confidence, and agency to thrive, advancing competency-based education through school and district partnerships. It provides design and transformation services, strategic planning around a Portrait of a Graduate, competency-framework development, professional learning, and a Beacon Learning LMS with AI-powered reporting to support implementation and reduce teacher workload. The organization supports a Learning Innovation Network of 44+ schools, reaching 20,000+ students and 6,000+ educators, aided by 60+ community and industry partners through open resources and collaborative learning.
AI named Building 21 in February 2026.