Send us a text
SiSi (SiSi pronounced “See-See”) is a transformative all-in-one platform that brings together everything schools need—student records, learning tools, financials, admissions, communication, and more—into one simple, seamless system. Designed for educators, SiSi replaces the chaos of juggling multiple platforms with an intuitive solution that saves time, reduces complexity, and strengthens school communities.
With features like AI-powered insights and automated processes, SiSi empowers teachers, administrators, and families to focus on what matters most: helping students thrive. It’s the ultimate partner for modern schools looking to work smarter and embrace the future of education.
Joined by Rico Chow the Chief Product Officer, Jett Wolper the Founder and CEO of Sisi and Brandon Porterfield, Co-Principal of Hope International Academy Okinawa.
💡 5 Things You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- How Sisi’s design simplifies school management for all stakeholders.
- Challenges and opportunities in the international school market.
- The role of AI in improving efficiency and engagement.
- Real-world examples of Sisi streamlining school workflows.
- How Sisi envisions leveling the playing field in education technology.
✨ Episode Highlights:
[00:01:00] The challenge of building an all-in-one platform: “We do this not because it’s easy, but because it’s difficult.”
[00:03:25] Designing for global, culturally diverse school contexts.
[00:06:45] How Sisi reduces time-consuming tasks for schools.
[00:11:15] The pitfalls of fragmented systems and the power of true integration.
[00:18:30] Importance of user feedback and community engagement in product development.
[00:25:40] AI’s role in reducing teacher burnout and improving student outcomes.
[00:32:55] The impact of user-friendly design in international schools.
[00:40:30] Vision for supporting under-resourced schools with streamlined tools.
If you'd like to see SiSi in action, they’ll be partnering with IFIP at BETT ExCeL London 2025!
IFIP—the International Forums of Inclusion Practitioners—is an incredible organization leading the charge for inclusion on a global scale. Just this year, they co-hosted the Global Inclusive Schools’ Forum at UNESCO in Paris. Definitely check them out.
If you’re attending BETT, stop by the London Suite on January 23rd and 24th to connect with SiSi. They’d love to meet you and share more about their work!
😎 Stay updated with Edtech Insiders!
This season of Edtech Insiders is brought to you by Starbridge. Every year, K-12 districts and higher ed institutions spend over half a trillion dollars—but most sales teams miss the signals. Starbridge tracks early signs like board minutes, budget drafts, and strategic plans, then helps you turn them into personalized outreach—fast. Win the deal before it hits the RFP stage. That’s how top edtech teams stay ahead.
This season of Edtech Insiders is once again brought to you by Tuck Advisors, the M&A firm for EdTech companies. Run by serial entrepreneurs with over 25 years of experience founding, investing in, and selling companies, Tuck believes you deserve M&A advisors who work as hard as you do.
