Case Study: Merrimack Valley Middle School brings science learning to life with Discovery Education Experience

Merrimack Valley Middle School boosts science learning with Discovery Education since 2021

Merrimack Valley Middle School, a middle school in New Hampshire, sought to move learning beyond textbooks and bring science to life with real-world, engaging experiences. Educator Shelby Kilmister needed resources to support hands-on learning and address diverse student needs within the curriculum. The school partnered with Discovery Education, leveraging its Discovery Education Experience platform through a statewide partnership.

Discovery Education provided a user-friendly K-12 platform with vetted content, pre-built activities, and phenomena-based series like DEmystified. This solution streamlined lesson planning, saved teachers time, and automatically supported differentiated learning. Discovery Education's resources increased student engagement and sparked "lightbulb moments," fostering a foundational interest in science. The platform's usage grew significantly at the school since 2021, with teachers noting a marked shift in student motivation and success.

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