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Research: Texas students using ST Math continue to outpace their peers in math achievement growth

Despite a statewide decline in STAAR Math scores, ST Math students have shown consistent year-over-year academic growth for the fourth consecutive year

Empower Students with Free Resources to Thrive in Today’s Digital World from the New Digital Citizenship Initiative by Discovery Education with Verizon and Fortinet

Charlotte, NC (Thursday, February 27, 2025) — Discovery Education, the creator of essential K-12 solutions used in classrooms around the world, today announced the launch of a new Digital Ci...

Edupoint Educational Systems Partners With ParentSquare to Simplify New Integrations for Customer Districts

Mesa, ARIZONA (February 26, 2025) – Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy Education Platform, today announced its partnership with ParentSquare, an award-wi...

Sandbox, the Free Learning App from Discovery Education, is Now Available on Google Play

Charlotte, NC (Friday, February 28, 2025) — Sandbox – Discovery Education’s award-winning, no-cost learning resource – is now available on the Google Play Store for Chromebook users. Sand...

Valley View School District 365 Adopts Adaptive Reading Program to Boost Literacy for Middle School Students

Charlotte, NC (Tuesday, February 25, 2025) —Illinois’ Valley View School District 365 (VVSD) has selected the adaptive online reading program DreamBox Reading Plus by Discovery Education ...

The New Hampshire Department of Education now offering engaging new civics lessons created in partnership with Discovery Education

This press release was originally distributed by the New Hampshire Department of Education. You can find the Department’s online version here . CONCORD, NH (February 17, 2025) — T...

Free Guide from Discovery Education Helps Prepare Students for Success in Algebra

Charlotte, NC (Tuesday, February 11, 2025) — Discovery Education , the creators of essential K-12 solutions used in classrooms around the world, today announced the availability of a free g...

Lexia Aspire Professional Learning Earns Prestigious IDA Accreditation

The International Dyslexia Association accreditation recognizes excellence in educator preparation programs

DreamBox Reading Plus Selected by Community School of Digital and Visual Arts to Support Student Achievement in Reading

Charlotte, NC (Tuesday, February 4, 2025) —Durham North Carolina’s Community School of Digital and Visual Arts (CSDVA) today announced it has selected DreamBox Reading Plus by Discovery E...

Discovery Education Offers New Resources for Black History Month Observances

Charlotte, NC. (Thursday, January 30, 2025) — To honor the achievements and contributions of African Americans during Black History Month and beyond, Discovery Education offers a new curate...

Lexia’s ‘All For Literacy’ Podcast Tackles Educators’ Biggest Challenges in 2025

Season four introduces new professional learning discussion guides that help listeners delve deeper into the strategies and insights shared in each episode

MIND Education Marks Strides in Neuroscience-Driven Math Learning in 2024 Annual Report

The organization advanced their bold vision for a world where every student proudly says, "I am a math person."

Just Right Reader Donates 315,000 Books to North Carolina Schools Impacted by Hurricane Helene

Northwest Region Education Service Alliance and Western Region Education Service Alliance distributing the books to students in grades K-2

Updated for 2025, ParentSquare’s Buyer’s Guide and Funding Guide Help Educators Select and Find Funds for a School-Home Communication Platform

Santa Barbara, CA—Jan. 20, 2025— To help educators seeking to fund a unified family engagement platform, ParentSquare is releasing updated versions of two popular resources, “Choosing a Comm...

New Enhancements to DreamBox Math by Discovery Education Improves Accessibility for Elementary Students

Charlotte, NC (Thursday, January 23, 2025) — Discovery Education , the creator of essential K-12 teaching and learning solutions, today announced that the award-winning DreamBox Math has...

Vernier Science Education Launches Go Direct® Soil Moisture Sensor for High School and College-Level Science

Sensor helps students easily collect data during soil science, agricultural science, environmental science, horticulture, botany, and biology investigations

Nevada Department of Education and Nevada Gold Mines Extend Partnership with Discovery Education, Delivering Engaging Digital Content Statewide

Carson City, NV and Charlotte, NC (Thursday, January 16, 2025) — The  Nevada Department of Education is proud to announce it has renewed its multiyear partnership with  Nevada Gold Mines , ...

Search Begins for 2025 America’s Top Young Scientist

3M and Discovery Education open submissions to the 2025 Young Scientist Challenge

VHS Learning’s Spring 2025 Registration Open; Classes Begin January 29

VHS Learning’s AP®, core, and elective online courses help schools prepare students for future-ready continuous learning

New Collection of Free Environmental Education Resources Encourages Students and Teachers to Explore the World

Charlotte, NC (Thursday, January 9, 2025) — To empower teachers and students to explore their world, the Environmental Education Initiative offers a curated collection of free environment...


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