Prince George's County Public Schools Uses Science Techbook as Unique Solution to Student Success
Success Stories
Prince George's County Public Schools
Upper Marlboro, MD
Background
Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) is the second-largest school system in Maryland and one of the top 20 largest in the US. It serves a diverse population of students and offers many education programs such as the Academy of Aerospace Engineering and the Even Smart Family Literacy Program. With a mission to provide a transformative educational experience anchored by excellence in equity, PGCPS is nationally recognized for college and career-readiness.
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Hispanic/Latino 41%
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Black/African American 52%
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White 3.75%
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Asian 2.45%
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Other 0.8%
In 2014, Prince George’s County Public Schools adopted Science Techbook for their middle school students because they saw its unique potential to drive student curiosity and success. They have since expanded their adoption to K-5, supported by Discovery Education Experience and its expansive library of engaging resources and STEM career connections, to build a seamless, engaging science learning experience that starts in PreK. Watch what district leaders and educators at PGCPS have to say about Science Techbook and how it impacts their students.
Quick Facts
District Details
- 201 schools serving 132,000+ students in PreK-12
- Partnered with Discovery Education for 14+ years
Solutions
- Science Techbook
- Discovery Education Experience
Classroom Application
- Student Engagement
- Career Readiness
- Technology in the Classroom