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TransAct Rebrands as Pathwise
The K-12 software provider announces a new name as it enters its next phase after 30 years in business.

Each of the company's solutions are part of a broader effort to simplify the complex systems that keep schools running, so administrators can stay focused on what matters most: their students.
Photo: Pathwise/School Bus Fleet
TransAct Communications has revealed its new identity: Today, the company announced its rebrand as Pathwise.
The software business boasts a 30-year legacy in its mission to simplify school operations and drive student success, and Pathwise marks the next phase: a sharper, more unified brand, a refreshed visual identity, and a modernized web presence. The new brand name reflects momentum, direction, and a clear promise to keep schools moving forward, the company said.
The company remains under the same leadership and ownership, continuing to serve school districts and charter organizations across the country.
“Since first investing in 2020, we’ve been thrilled with the business’s trajectory — more than quadrupling revenues while making substantial investments in leadership, product, and customer success,” said Dan Lombard, managing partner at Polaris Growth Fund. “That journey has transformed the opportunity and potential for impact of the company, resulting in the need for a new public identity. This rebrand represents a sharpening of an already strong company with tremendous momentum — and we’re excited to support its next chapter.”
What's New
The launch of Pathwise marks a pivotal step in the company’s transformation from a collection of specialized tools into a unified platform with a clear purpose. Alongside a new name, the rebrand includes a refreshed visual identity, redesigned website, and updated messaging.
Pathwise reflects a sharpened mission: to illuminate the path to smoother, smarter school operations. One of its strengths is that its technology is built by people who’ve lived the work; Pathwise solutions are developed and supported by former school and district leaders.
With this new identity, the company said it is doubling down on its commitment to helping K–12 leaders navigate complexity with confidence.
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