CHARLOTTE, N.C. (May 26, 2026) — �Ǹ���� today appointed Amy Nakamoto as Chief Commercial Officer, unifying the company’s go-to-market organization to deliver a cohesive and responsive partnership model. The role brings K-12 Sales, Partner Success, Professional Learning, Corporate Education Partnerships, Marketing, and Revenue Operations together under a single leader.

For more than 20 years, �Ǹ���� has helped schools navigate transitions in classroom technology grounded in the science of teaching and learning. Educators today are navigating several shifts, including the changing relationship of technology in teaching and learning, changes in enrollment patterns, and an elevated focus on career-connected learning. These shifts come against the backdrop of a consistent focus on student achievement. �Ǹ����’s unified commercial organization positions the company to meet this moment with increased agility and deep alignment to partners’ strategic goals.

“Amy has consistently delivered value and innovation for our partners and our organization since joining �Ǹ���� nearly a decade ago,” said Brian Shaw, Chief Executive Officer at �Ǹ����. “Unifying our commercial team under her leadership aligns strategy and execution across business lines and functions in a time of rapid change. As a long-standing member of our executive team, Amy brings a track record of collaboration and performance, combined with a deep belief in the �Ǹ���� mission.”

“I’m honored to be named Chief Commercial Officer at �Ǹ����. We have passionate team members, an unwavering commitment to our district and corporate partners, and a clear purpose to power student progress through great teaching and learning,” said Amy Nakamoto, Chief Commercial Officer at �Ǹ����. “A more cohesive commercial organization means we’ll move faster and stay even closer to partners as the K-12 classroom keeps changing.”

Nakamoto brings more than 20 years of experience successfully scaling mission-driven education organizations. At �Ǹ����, she has held progressive leadership roles including Vice President, Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Corporate Education Partnerships business. Most recently, she served as Executive Vice President of Marketing, Brand, and Corporate Partnerships, leading the team to achieve performance benchmarks while accelerating change initiatives and business model adaptations, including the adoption of AI workflows, responsibly. Prior to �Ǹ����, Nakamoto held leadership roles in the nonprofit and philanthropic sector focused on youth development, education, and community revitalization. Nakamoto holds a bachelor’s degree from North Carolina State University, a master’s degree in education from the University of Pennsylvania, and a master’s degree in sport science from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.

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About �Ǹ����

�Ǹ���� is a global education technology leader whose innovative solutions empower educators and progress student learning. �Ǹ����’s solutions have served more than 100 million students globally, supporting effective teaching and learning in 45% of U.S. K-12 schools and in 100+ countries and territories. The company’s portfolio includes award-winning core and supplemental curriculum, high-quality standards-aligned content, and AI-enabled teaching and learning tools. �Ǹ���� span math, science, literacy, social studies, and career-connected learning, including instructionally-aligned content developed through one-of-a-kind partnerships with industry leaders to bring real-world relevance into every lesson. Learn more at www.DiscoveryEducation.com.

Contact

Ali Koper

�Ǹ����

akoper@discoveryed.com

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WASHINGTON, D.C. and CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 7, 2026 – The U.S. Soccer Foundation and �Ǹ���� today announced a new multi-year strategic partnership, with support from Lenovo Foundation, to bring high-quality, soccer-based learning experiences to students nationwide through Soccer for Success: Goals for Life.

The partnership combines the U.S. Soccer Foundation’s proven youth development and school-based programming with �Ǹ����’s expertise in standards-aligned digital instruction, supported by Lenovo Foundation’s role as official technology partner to expand access to the latest technology and innovation.

�Ǹ����’s teaching and learning solutions are trusted to support educators and power student progress in more than 45% of U.S. schools. The partnership builds on the U.S. Soccer Foundation’s longstanding work in schools through its Soccer for Success in School program, which provides curriculum, training, and equipment to educators and has reached more than 2.2 million students and 5,700 educators.

Together, the organizations will foster durable skills in youth, deepen student engagement, strengthen STEM learning, and equip teachers with ready‑to‑use resources designed to fit directly into existing middle school instruction.

Partnership Launches with Landmark Virtual Field Trip with Lenovo Foundation

The partnership kicks off with the premiere of “Beyond the Goal: A Virtual Field Trip to Soccer City USA,” available to educators beginning May 12, 2026, at 7:00 a.m. ET. Designed for students in grades 6–8, the 20-minute virtual experience was filmed on location at Providence Park, home of the Portland Timbers (MLS) and Portland Thorns (NWSL), and at Parkrose Middle School in Portland, Oregon.

The Virtual Field Trip takes students behind the scenes of professional soccer and into their own communities, exploring themes of communication, leadership, resilience, decision-making, and engineering in action. Students will hear directly from U.S. Soccer Foundation and Portland Timbers staff, players, and experts in nutrition, sports analytics, and coaching, connecting real-world sports environments to academic concepts, future careers, and personal development.

The Virtual Field Trip will be made available through the �Ǹ���� Experience solution and a free , ensuring every teacher can access and engage with this standards-aligned content. Educators can , including an Educator Guide and ready-to-use materials to support middle school instruction of Health, 3D Science, and ELA standards.

A Timely Collaboration for a Historic Moment in Soccer

The partnership launches at a pivotal cultural moment, as excitement builds with the largest global soccer tournament coming to North America this summer. Soccer has grown in popularity as a global unifier, and this partnership ensures that students and educators can tap into this momentum by using the sport to develop foundational life skills in young people, strengthen communities, and expand access to enrichment opportunities during an exciting moment in American sports history.

“At �Ǹ����, we help educators bring students’ excitement about the world around them into instruction that matters, and soccer’s biggest moment in North America gives us a powerful opportunity to do exactly that,” said Catherine Dunlop, Senior Vice President of Corporate Partnerships, �Ǹ����. “The U.S. Soccer Foundation shares our commitment to powering progress for young people, and together we’re delivering high-quality, no-cost learning experiences that engage students with remarkable access behind the scenes of professional soccer.”

The U.S. Soccer Foundation is leading national efforts to ensure that the 2026 tournament benefits youth and families across the nation for generations to come. Together with its partners, the Foundation has installed more than 850 mini-pitches nationwide, with the goal of 1,000 by the end of 2026. Last year, the U.S. Soccer Foundation engaged 1.2 million youth in its programs proven to improve the health and well-being of participants.

“The U.S. Soccer Foundation has always believed that soccer is more than a game. It is a vehicle for youth development, community building, and expanding opportunity for young people,” said Ed Foster-Simeon, President & CEO, U.S. Soccer Foundation. “This partnership with �Ǹ���� gives us a powerful new avenue to deliver on that mission, expand our reach in schools and provide students in classrooms across the country with content that is as inspiring as it is educational. At a time when the world’s eyes are turning toward soccer in North America, we want every young person to have access to the learning and life skills that will help them thrive on and off the field.”

As part of its mission to provide access to technology and STEM education for those who need it most, Lenovo Foundation is proud to support the enablement of sport and STEM education through the mission of the U.S. Soccer Foundation and unique scale and K-12 instructional strategy of �Ǹ����. This partnership also builds on Lenovo’s role as the Official FIFA Technology Partner of FIFA World Cup 2026^TM and FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 ^TM. 

“We view sports as a catalyst for inclusion and education,” shares Calvin J. Crosslin, Lenovo Foundation President and Chief Inclusion Officer of Lenovo. “We are thrilled with the opportunity to support the Virtual Field Trip and its free access to educators on the �Ǹ���� platform. Sport is a proven global democratizer and will enable greater engagement and skilling for students – in STEM areas and in life.”

About �Ǹ����

�Ǹ���� is a global education technology leader whose innovative solutions empower educators and progress student learning. �Ǹ����’s solutions have served more than 100 million students globally, supporting effective teaching and learning in 45% of U.S. K–12 schools and in 100+ countries and territories. The company’s portfolio includes award-winning core and supplemental curriculum, high-quality standards-aligned content, and AI-enabled teaching and learning tools. �Ǹ���� span math, science, literacy, social studies, and career-connected learning, including instructionally-aligned content developed through one-of-a-kind partnerships with industry leaders to bring real-world relevance into every lesson. Learn more at www.DiscoveryEducation.com.

About the U.S. Soccer Foundation

As the national leader for sports-based youth development in under-resourced areas, the U.S. Soccer Foundation is on a mission to let soccer do what it does: change absolutely everything. Founded as a legacy of the 1994 FIFA World Cup, the Foundation provides underserved communities access to innovative play spaces and evidence-based soccer programs that instill hope, foster well-being, and help youth achieve their fullest potential. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., the U.S. Soccer Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization. For more information visit or follow us on and .

About Lenovo Foundation

Lenovo Foundation is the charitable and philanthropic arm of Lenovo, a global technology powerhouse serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. With a mission to provide access to technology and STEM education for those who need it most, Lenovo Foundation shares Lenovo’s strengths of inclusion and innovation with communities around the world through strategic giving, employee engagement and humanitarian response. Learn more at . Media Contacts

For �Ǹ����:
Ali Koper

Akoper@discoveryed.com

For U.S. Soccer Foundation:
Kelly Clemens

kclemens@ussoccerfoundation.org

For Lenovo Foundation:

Mhauser@lenovo.com

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Albany, NY and Charlotte, NC (May 6, 2026) — The New York State Council of School Superintendents (NYSCOSS), in partnership with �Ǹ����, today announced the recipients of the 2026 NYSCOSS Excellence in Leadership Awards, honoring superintendents who are advancing student success and strengthening school communities through innovative, results-driven leadership. 

As the professional and advocacy organization for school superintendents in New York State, NYSCOSS established the Excellence in Leadership Awards to elevate district leaders who are navigating evolving challenges with clarity, courage, and a clear focus on student outcomes. Award recipients were selected through a competitive nomination and review process that evaluated evidence of impact across district growth, community engagement, school culture, and instructional leadership. 

At a time when districts are balancing rising expectations, workforce demands, and rapid change, this year’s honorees demonstrate how strong leadership translates into lasting improvement for students and educators alike. The 2026 NYSCOSS Excellence in Leadership Award recipients are: 

• Innovative Leadership Champion:��Krislynn Dengler, Superintendent��at��Glens Falls City School District��

• District Growth Champion:��Lisa Wiles, Superintendent��at��Ellenville Central School District��

• Positive School Culture Champion:��Rob Price, Superintendent��at��Onondaga Central School District��

• Community Improvement Champions: David Mauricio, Superintendent��at��Peekskill City School District and Gretchen Rosales, Superintendent��at��Elba Central School District��

“These leaders reflect what effective, student-centered superintendency looks like in action,” said Charles Dedrick, Executive Director of NYSCOSS. “Their work shows how thoughtful leadership can strengthen instruction, empower educators, and build trust with communities. We are proud to recognize superintendents whose impact is shaping the future of public education in New York State.” 
 

“�Ǹ���� is proud of our long‑standing partnership with NYSCOSS and the opportunity to support this unique event celebrating superintendents from across New York State. These awards are especially meaningful, honoring leaders whose work exemplifies innovation, district growth, positive school culture, and meaningful community impact. It is an honor and a privilege to celebrate these leaders and the important work they are doing to strengthen schools and communities across New York.” Judson Aungst, Vice President of Educational Partnerships   

NYSCOSS exists to support, advocate for, and elevate the work of school superintendents on behalf of students and communities across New York. Discovery Education, a global education technology leader and partner of NYSCOSS, empowers educators and advances student learning through innovative, standards-aligned digital solutions.  

Learn more about the NYSCOSS Excellence in Leadership Awards and the 2026 recipients here 

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About the New York State Council of School Superintendents 

The New York State Council of School Superintendents (NYSCOSS) is the premier educational organization in New York State influencing the development of policy and supporting the leadership of the superintendency. Aprofessional and advocacy organization with over a century of service to school superintendents and assistant superintendents, NYSCOSS promotes the education of all children of New York State by providing its more than 1000 members with numerous professional development opportunities, publications and personal services, while advocating for public education and the superintendency. Learn more at . 

About Discovery Education 
�Ǹ���� is a global education technology leader whose innovative solutions empower educators and progress student learning. �Ǹ����’s solutions have served more than 100 million students globally, supporting effective teaching and learning in 45% of U.S. K-12 schools and in 100+ countries and territories. The company’s portfolio includes award-winning core and supplemental curriculum, high-quality standards-aligned content, and AI-enabled teaching and learning tools. �Ǹ���� span math, science, literacy, social studies, and career-connected learning, including instructionally-aligned content developed through one-of-a-kind partnerships with industry leaders to bring real-world relevance into every lesson. Learn more at www.DiscoveryEducation.com. 

Contacts 
Deidre Hungerford 
New York State Council of School Superintendents 
deidre@nyscoss.org 

Ali Koper 
�Ǹ���� 
akoper@discoveryed.com  

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Charlotte, NC (Monday, May 4, 2026) — �Ǹ���� today announced the recipients of its third annual Discovery Education Awards, recognizing districts, schools, and educators who are redefining what impactful teaching and learning look like in today’s classrooms. 

As a trusted partner supporting teaching and learning in nearly half of U.S. K-12 schools, �Ǹ���� established these awards to elevate education leaders addressing education challenges through innovative, student-centered instruction. Award recipients were selected through a competitive national nomination and application process that evaluates evidence of academic growth and the effective use of instructional solutions to meet the evolving needs of students. 

At a time when educators are being asked to��improve outcomes while engaging learners��despite��resource constraints and student attention gaps, the��2026 honorees��demonstrate��how thoughtful��design and real-world relevance��translate��into��measurable impact.��Together, this year’s winners span eight states and share��a��commitment to��creating��learning experiences that are��results-focused and��relevant.��The 2026 �Ǹ���� Awards��recipients are:��

Districts of the Year 

• Barbers Hill Independent School District – Texas 

• Waterford School District – Michigan 

• Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School – Pennsylvania  

Schools of the Year 

• Alexander D. Henderson University School, FAU Lab Schools – Florida 

• Alternative Paths Training School – Virginia 

• Armwood High School, Hillsborough County Public Schools – Florida 

• Checotah Intermediate School, Checotah School District – Oklahoma 

• Florida Atlantic University High School, FAU Lab Schools – Florida  

• Phillis Wheatley Elementary School, Woodbridge School District – Delaware  

Educators of the Year 

• Dr. Amber Dumbuya, School for Arts Infused Learning – Georgia 

• Milton Fernandez, Miami-Dade County Public Schools – Florida 

• Mayank Handa, Arizona Autism Charter Schools – Arizona 

• Melissa Myer, Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13 – Pennsylvania 

• Holly Thomas, Burke County Public Schools – North Carolina 

• Samantha Westerlind, Cherokee County School District – Georgia 

“The recipients of the 2026 �Ǹ���� Awards��represent what’s possible when��K-12 learning is��grounded in��intention��and��impact,” said Brian Shaw, Chief Executive Officer of �Ǹ����. “Across districts and classrooms nationwide,��this��year’s��honorees��demonstrate��that when instruction is��relevant,��rigorous,��and connected to the real world,��engagement deepens and academic growth follows.��We��established��these awards to��recognize��that��commitment, and��we��applaud how this cohort of leaders��and educators turns student potential into progress every day.”��

Learn more about the 2026 �Ǹ���� Awards recipients at www.discoveryeducation.com/de-awards. 

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About Discovery Education 
�Ǹ���� is a global education technology leader whose innovative solutions empower educators and advance student learning. �Ǹ����’s solutions have served more than 100 million students globally, supporting effective teaching and learning in 45% of U.S. K-12 schools and in 100+ countries and territories. The company’s portfolio includes award-winning core and supplemental curriculum, high-quality standards-aligned content, and AI-enabled teaching and learning tools. �Ǹ���� span math, science, literacy, social studies, and career-connected learning, including instructionally-aligned content developed through one-of-a-kind partnerships with industry leaders to bring real-world relevance into every lesson. Learn more at www.DiscoveryEducation.com. 

Contacts 
Ali Koper 
�Ǹ���� 
Akoper@discoveryed.com  

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Charlotte, NC (Friday, April 10, 2026) — �Ǹ���� earned three 2026 EdTech Awards and had four additional solutions named finalists, reflecting the company’s impact across core curriculum, supplemental resources, and career exploration. The honors demonstrate Discovery Education’s continued leadership in delivering innovative solutions that strengthen teaching and learning nationwide. 

The EdTech Awards program highlights the industry’s most impactful tools, leaders, and innovators across K-12, higher education, and workforce learning. Finalists and winners are selected from a competitive field and evaluated on criteria including pedagogical effectiveness, measurable results, usability, support, value, and overall potential to drive meaningful change in education. 

The following �Ǹ���� solutions are winners in The 2026 EdTech Awards: 

Discovery Education Experience – Product or Service category 

Experience is the essential companion for engaged classrooms, pairing captivating real-world cross-curricular lessons with impactful educator-tested strategies. 

Science Techbook – Science Solution 

Science Techbook is a K-12 science curriculum that delivers phenomena-driven, three-dimensional science instruction that engages students through hands-on activities and real-world inquiry. 

STEM Careers Coalition – STEM Solution 

The  is a national alliance of industry and nonprofit leaders that has connected 15+ million students and educators to high-quality resources and real-world career exploration experiences to build a future-ready workforce. 

“The recognition from EdTech Digest affirms our commitment to deliver high-impact innovations that support educators and inspire learners,” said Brian Shaw, Chief Executive Officer of �Ǹ����. “Earning honors across such distinct areas underscores the breadth of our work, from core curriculum and supplemental resources to career exploration, and reflects how we help educators strengthen instruction while preparing students with the knowledge, skills, and curiosity they need to succeed in a rapidly evolving world.” 

Several �Ǹ���� solutions were honored as finalists, spanning math, literacy VR/AR learning experiences, and career exploration, underscoring the depth and range of the company’s trusted portfolio. These included  in the Career Planning Solution category, DreamBox Math in the Math Solution category,  by Verizon and �Ǹ���� in the VR/AR Solution category, and  in the Literacy/Reading Solution category. 

Now in its 16th year, the U.S.-based EdTech Awards, presented by EdTech Digest, recognize individuals and organizations for outstanding contributions to transforming education through technology and enriching the lives of learners worldwide.  

“�Ǹ����’s triple win comes at a moment when AI is moving faster than most classrooms can adapt—underscoring its consistent delivery of high-quality solutions on the front lines of education. By cutting through the noise and helping teachers and students keep pace, �Ǹ���� is turning constant acceleration into something practical, human, and ready for today’s classrooms—not just keeping up with change, but making it work where it matters most,”  said Victor Rivero, who as Editor-in-Chief of EdTech Digest, oversees the program. 

Learn more about The EdTech Awards . 

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About Discovery Education 
�Ǹ���� is a global education technology leader whose innovative solutions empower educators and progress student learning. �Ǹ����’s solutions have served more than 100 million students globally, supporting effective teaching and learning in 45% of U.S. K-12 schools and in 100+ countries and territories. The company’s portfolio includes award-winning core and supplemental curriculum, high-quality standards-aligned content, and AI-enabled teaching and learning tools. �Ǹ���� span math, science, literacy, social studies, and career-connected learning, including instructionally-aligned content developed through one-of-a-kind partnerships with industry leaders to bring real-world relevance into every lesson. Learn more at www.DiscoveryEducation.com. 

Contact��
Grace Maliska��
�Ǹ������
gmaliska@discoveryed.com

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Charlotte, NC (Wednesday, April 8, 2026) — �Ǹ����, the edtech leader trusted by 45% of U.S. K-12 schools, today introduced a free collection of cross-curricular resources designed to help educators engage students with the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence, while delivering inquiry-driven, standards-aligned instruction. 

The downloadable resource guide equips educators to turn this historic milestone into meaningful civics and social studies learning across all grade bands. Featuring ready-to-use resources that connect history to real-world topics, the collection supports flexible instruction while building students’ critical thinking, literacy, and civic awareness skills. The sampler draws from both Social Studies Essentials and �Ǹ���� Experience, giving any educator a hands-on feel for two of �Ǹ����’s most powerful social studies solutions. 

The free collection offers educators an early access preview of Social Studies Essentials, the new K-5 product launching for back-to-school 2026, giving educators an up-close look before it’s widely available. Designed to build knowledge, strengthen literacy, and support sustained inquiry, Social Studies Essentials is a C3-aligned solution that combines immersive multimedia with ready-to-teach lessons. Its grab-and-go design savesteacher time while developing students’ critical thinking and civic awareness.  

The collection provides free access to engaging content from �Ǹ���� Experience, resources typically only available to subscribing districts. The sampler includes original multimedia content introducing students to government structures and national symbols, alongside deeper‑dive lessons on topics like the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence. With the free downloadable resource guide, educators will find a collection of: 

• Inquiry-driven lessons that encourage critical thinking and student-led exploration��

• Real-world connections linking historical events to today’s civic issues��

• Grade-banded, ready-to-use activities aligned to classroom needs��

• Integrated literacy supports��within��social studies content��

“The 250th anniversary of the United States isn’t just something to celebrate. It’s a powerful opportunity to elevate how students experience history,” said Dr. Todd Wirt, Executive Vice President of Partner Engagement at �Ǹ����. “Having spent years leading school systems, I’ve seen how impactful it is when students connect what they’re learning to the world around them. We’re helping educators turn this moment into meaningful, engaging instruction that bridges the past to the present. By making this collection free to any teacher, all students will have access to inquiry-based, personally relevant civics learning.” 

Districts and schools with �Ǹ���� Experience will discover additional captivating cross-curricular lessons with impactful educator-tested strategies on the new Honoring 250 Years of United States History channel. Educators can learn more about Social Studies Essentials by joining the Engage K-12 webinar on April 23. 

Learn more about how �Ǹ������supports educators in honoring 250 years of the U.S.��at www.discoveryeducation.com/america-250.��

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�Ǹ���� 
�Ǹ���� is a global education technology leader whose innovative solutions empower educators and progress student learning. �Ǹ����’s solutions have served more than 100 million students globally, supporting effective teaching and learning in 45% of U.S. K-12 schools and in 100+ countries and territories. The company’s portfolio includes award-winning core and supplemental curriculum, high-quality standards-aligned content, and AI-enabled teaching and learning tools. �Ǹ���� span math, science, literacy, social studies, and career-connected learning, including instructionally-aligned content developed through one-of-a-kind partnerships with industry leaders to bring real-world relevance into every lesson. Learn more at www.DiscoveryEducation.com. 

Contact��
Grace Maliska��
�Ǹ������
gmaliska@discoveryed.com

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