Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan Close School

Source: The Chan-Zuckerbergs stopped funding social causes. 400 kids lost their school. (2025-06-29)

Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan are shutting down their private school, the Primary School in East Palo Alto, after five years of operation. The decision comes as the couple shifts their focus toward broader philanthropic efforts and other educational initiatives, citing challenges in scaling the school and aligning it with their long-term goals. The Primary School aimed to serve underprivileged children and foster innovative teaching methods, but it faced difficulties in maintaining sustainability and expanding its impact. Zuckerberg and Chan expressed their commitment to improving education through different avenues, including supporting public schools and investing in technology-driven solutions to address educational disparities.

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