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Scholastic updates strategic initiatives; expects FY2025 EBITDA at original guidance of $140M-$150M
SCHOLASTIC CORP
- Expects fiscal 2025 Adjusted EBITDA in line with original guidance of $140M-$150M, above narrowed outlook, driven by cost management and Q4 execution.
- Retained Newmark Group to find investment partners for a potential sale-leaseback of NYC owned office/retail real estate; also evaluating advisors for Jefferson City distribution centers.
- Reorganized Children's Book and Education Solutions businesses with new leaders to refine strategies and improve financial results in FY2026 and beyond.
- Directors David Young (since 2015) and John Davies (since 2000) to retire at September 17, 2025 annual meeting; Board working with Korn Ferry to identify two new independent directors.
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