Charlotte, NC — Oregon Harrisburg School District (HSD) today announced a new multi-year partnership with the global leader in educational technology Discovery educationThrough this new collaboration, teachers and students in HSD elementary classrooms will soon have access to two new dynamic digital products that allow educators to bring science education to life in ways that spark students' curiosity. about the natural world and encourage deeper engagement in learning. .
Located in northwest Oregon and serving the city of Harrisburg and the surrounding rural areas of Benton, Lane and Linn counties, HSD offers a comprehensive education from kindergarten through 12th grade. Through an elementary school serving students in kindergarten through 4th grade, a middle school serving students in grades 5 through 8, and a high school serving grades 9 through 12, HSD's talented team of professionals provides students with learning opportunities that empower them to succeed. .
The HSD elementary school team sought a new set of high-quality science resources aligned to state standards that were easy to integrate into instruction and supported the district's goals for academic progress. After a thorough review of viable solutions, the district selected the Discovery Education program. Scientific Technical Book for Oregon and Mysterious science for classroom use.
Delivered via Educational discovery experiencethe company's K-12 learning platform, Scientific Technical Book for Oregon is a K-12 core curriculum that includes engaging digital resources, printed student textbooks, hands-on activity kits, virtual investigations, and personalized professional learning. Adopted for classroom use by the Oregon State Board of Education and aligned with the 2022 Oregon Science Standards, this comprehensive resource includes ready-to-use lessons based on phenomena that motivate students, powerful technology tools, such as translation to Spanish, which personalize access and tools for teachers that save time and speed up preparation and grading. Science Techbook for Oregon is available in print and digital formats, providing a seamless classroom experience complete with immersive and interactive ways to explore, including hands-on engineering activities, interactive labs, and STEM connections.
Through its digital, print, and blended options, Science Techbook for Oregon offers a wide range of high-quality resources that support students as they discover how science is practiced in the real world, while focusing on better understanding and deeper application of grade-appropriate science. content. Recently, Discovery Education's Science Techbook was certified such as meeting rigorous, evidence-based ESSA Level III standards, as set forth in the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).
Mysterious science provides K-5 educators with hands-on, easy-to-use, open-ended, and operational lessons that inspire students to love science. Each lesson begins by posing a common question among young students. Students then explore these questions through interactive videos that feature real-world images, fostering a sense of wonder and actively supporting student participation in accompanying discussion prompts. Mystery Science simplifies teacher preparation, making it simple to integrate this resource into classroom instruction. Additionally, all K-5 science lessons are available in Spanish, accompanied by videos featuring authentic Spanish narration and on-screen Spanish text (for discussion questions, vocabulary words, and step-by-step instructions). Ready-to-use, editable worksheets and assessments are also available in English and Spanish.
“It is important to spark young students' curiosity about the natural world at a young age,” said Darcey Edwards, Harrisburg School District Elementary School Principal. “If an educator can spark students' curiosity about science, she can engage them in learning and begin to develop the knowledge and skills that will promote greater academic success as they progress through school. “We believe these new resources will spark students' curiosity and engage them in science, and we look forward to seeing these tools in action in our classrooms.”
All HSD educators will now also enjoy access to Discovery Educators Network. Discovery Education Network, a global community of education professionals, connects members across school systems and around the world through social media, virtual conferences, and in-person events, fostering the exchange of valuable ideas and inspiration.
“Discovery Education is excited to enter into this new collaboration with the Harrisburg School District,” said Abbey Whitworth, account executive at Discovery Education. “The educators who serve Harrisburg Elementary School students are dedicated to helping each student reach their full potential and we look forward to supporting their efforts with these dynamic resources.”
For more information about Discovery Education prize Visit of digital resources and professional learning solutions. www.discoveryeducation.com and stay connected with Discovery Education on social media via twitter.com/discoveryed?utm_source=de_marketing&utm_medium=press_release&utm_campaign=k12_hsd” target=”_blank” rel=”noreferrer noopener”>x (formerly twitter), LinkedIn, instagram.com/discoveryed/?utm_source=de_marketing&utm_medium=press_release&utm_campaign=k12_hsd” target=”_blank” rel=”noreferrer noopener”>instagram, Tik Tokand facebook.
About discovery education
Discovery Education is the global educational technology leader whose next-generation digital platform supports learning wherever it takes place. Through its award-winning multimedia content, educational supports, innovative classroom tools, and corporate partnerships, Discovery Education helps educators deliver equitable learning experiences that engage all students and support higher academic achievement on a global scale. Discovery Education serves approximately 4.5 million educators and 45 million students, and its resources are accessed in more than 100 countries and territories. Inspired by global media company Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. Discovery Education partners with districts, states, and trusted organizations to empower teachers with leading educational technology solutions that support the success of all students. Explore the future of education in www.discoveryeducation.com.
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