Charlotte, NC-Texas' Pine Tree Independent School District (PTISD) announced today a multi-year extension of its collaboration with the global leader in educational technology Discovery educationIn this new phase of partnership, students in grades K-8 will return this year to classrooms that feature innovative science lessons driven by Discovery Education Texas Science Technical HandbookScience Techbook for Texas is a dynamic, core educational program that was created from the ground up specifically for Texas educators and students.
The talented team at PTISD serves a diverse student body of over 4,500 students in the western portion of Longview and part of the neighboring city of White Oak. PTISD is a Texas District of Innovation and as such has created a thoughtful strategic plan with three goals: all students will reach their full potential; all students will thrive in a global society; and all students will discover and pursue their unique passions.
To support progress toward these goals, PTISD’s leadership team sought an innovative, updatable, digitally blended print science curriculum that would easily integrate into instruction to create unique, student-centered learning experiences. After a thorough review process, the district selected Discovery Education’s Science Techbook for Texas for teachers and students in kindergarten through eighth grade.
Science Techbook for Texas includes everything educators need to create modern science lessons, including engaging digital resources, print editions for students and teachers, hands-on activity kits, and virtual investigations. Additionally, a professional learning component built into Science Techbook for Texas helps teachers quickly and easily integrate this resource into classroom instruction, ensuring school leaders get the most return on their technology investment. Science Techbook for Texas was rated 100% aligned to Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills and English Language Proficiency standards at every grade level by relevant state review panels and earned a 100% Texas Resource Review score for both its K-5 and Biology editions.
The Texas tech Science Book The curriculum includes ready-to-use, phenomenon-based lessons that engage students with powerful technology tools (like push-button, authentic Spanish translation) that personalize the student experience, and teacher tools that save time and streamline preparation and grading. Available in print and digital formats, Science Techbook for Texas provides a seamless classroom experience, complete with immersive, interactive ways to explore scientific phenomena, including hands-on engineering activities, labs, and STEM connections. In PTISD, Science Techbook for Texas will be used in conjunction with Educational discovery experiencean award-winning, cross-curricular, supplemental digital learning resource for elementary and secondary schools that is already in use district-wide.
“Pine Tree ISD has a long history of providing students with engaging educational experiences that prepare them for future success in our increasingly global environment,” said Dr. Lisa Mullins, PTISD Executive Director of Quality Education. “Adopting these powerful core educational resources helps us continue our tradition of excellence and prepares our students to thrive after graduation.”
Through its digital, print, and blended options, Science Techbook for Texas offers a wide range of high-quality resources that help students discover how science is practiced in the real world, while focusing on deeper understanding and application of grade-appropriate science content. Recently, Discovery Education's Science Techbook was certified such as meeting the rigorous, evidence-based ESSA Tier III standards set forth in the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).
Several studies show that regular use of Discovery Education's Science Techbook in the classroom has many positive academic outcomes for educators and students in a variety of districts and populations across the United States. For example, in an independent study with Arizona's Sahuarita Unified School District, a third party evaluated the impact of Discovery Education and found that use of Science Techbook resulted in increased proficiency in science, math, and reading in grades 3 through 8. In the second study, a correlation was found between frequency and depth of Science Techbook use and student performance in science in grades 6 and 7. This research and more can be found at here.
All educators using Discovery Education's digital resources have access to Discovery Educators NetworkDiscovery Educator Network, a global community of education professionals, connects members from 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 proud to support Pine Tree Independent School District’s efforts to create innovative science education,” said Jason Fennell, director of educational partnerships for Discovery Education. “Dr. Lisa Mullins, Superintendent Steve Clugston, and the rest of the district’s talented team of teachers and administrators have charted an exciting new course in science education that helps all students pursue their curiosity while preparing for bright futures, and we are thrilled to have been chosen to support their work.”
For more information about Discovery Education Award Winner Digital resources and professional learning solutions visit 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=2024_q3_k12_tx_ptisd”>x (formerly twitter), LinkedIn, instagram.com/discoveryed/?utm_source=de_marketing&utm_medium=press_release&utm_campaign=2024_q3_k12_tx_ptisd”>instagram
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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, instructional aids, innovative classroom tools, and corporate partnerships, Discovery Education helps educators deliver equitable learning experiences that engage all students and support increased academic achievement on a global scale. Discovery Education serves approximately 4.5 million educators and 45 million students worldwide, and its resources are accessed in more than 100 countries and territories. Inspired by the global media company Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. Discovery Education partners with trusted districts, states, and organizations to empower teachers with leading educational technology solutions that support the success of all students. Explore the future of education at (in English)
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