Day: April 4, 2025

Press Release

On April 3, 2025, Gossler Park Elementary School of the Manchester School District (MSD) hosted a Virtual Field Trip Family Night with edtech partner Discovery Education. 

Created as part of the Community Schools program and in partnership with Manchester Proud, Manchester School District’s 21^st Century Afterschool program, the NH Statewide Family Engagement Center, and Discovery Education, the Virtual Field Trip Family Night was a free event for K-12 students and their families. Over 22 families attended the Field Trips after enjoying a meal donated by Shorty’s in Hooksett, Red Robin’s in Manchester, and Don Quijote in Manchester.  

Attendees enjoyed food donated by local businesses while watching engaging virtual field trips (VFTs) from Discovery Education. Students voted on what VFTs to watch, and selected resources created with Polar Bears International and the LEGO Group’s program, Build the Change. Accompanying hands-on activities available in multiple languages encouraged play and problem-solving. 

If you’d like to learn more or secure an interview with a leader from MSD, Manchester Proud, or Discovery Education, please contact Grace Maliska. 

CONTACT: Grace Maliska | Discovery Education | gmaliska@discoveryed.com  

Lauren Boisvert | Manchester Proud| lauren@manchesterproud.org 

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About Manchester School District 
It is the mission of the Manchester School District, in partnership with the community, to inspire and empower all learners with the knowledge, skills, and experiences essential for them to reach their greatest potential. 

About Manchester Proud 

At Manchester Proud, our core mission is to cultivate a deep and lasting bond between the Manchester School District and its community, with a steadfast focus on elevating student achievement and transforming public education into an exceptional experience. We are unwavering in our commitment to nurturing excellent public schools that cater to the needs of all Manchester students, both now and in the future. Our goal is to open doors to success, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to lead a fulfilling, healthy, and productive life. 

 
About Discovery Education 
Discovery Education is the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art, K-12, digital solutions support learning wherever it takes place. Through award-winning multimedia content, instructional supports, innovative classroom tools, and strategic alliances, Discovery Education helps educators deliver powerful learning experiences that engage all students and support higher 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 over 100 countries and territories. Through partnerships with districts, states, and trusted organizations, Discovery Education empowers teachers with essential edtech solutions that inspire curiosity, build confidence, and accelerate learning. Explore the future of education at www.discoveryeducation.com. 

Manchester Memorial High School has made history this year as senior Olivia Horne achieved national recognition in the prestigious Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. Horne earned a National Silver Key for her striking photograph, A Bug’s Perspective, marking a significant milestone for both the school and the Manchester School District.

Horne’s journey to the national stage began with success at the NH Regional Scholastic Art Awards competition, where she garnered multiple accolades. Her award-winning photograph was also selected by the Currier Museum of Art for inclusion in their esteemed student art exhibition, further cementing her place among New Hampshire’s top young artists.

This achievement is particularly noteworthy as Horne is the first Memorial student to receive a national Scholastic Art Award since 2018. Over the past two decades, fewer than ten students from the district have reached this level of recognition, making her accomplishment even more extraordinary.

The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards have been recognizing creative excellence among young artists and writers since 1923, with past recipients including icons such as Andy Warhol, Sylvia Plath, and Stephen King. Winning at the national level places Horne among an elite group of emerging artists whose talent and dedication have distinguished them on a highly competitive platform.

Memorial High School and the Manchester community celebrate Olivia Horne’s success, recognizing her as an inspiration for future young artists. Her achievement not only highlights her exceptional skill and vision but also underscores the importance of arts education and creative expression in schools.

Congratulations to Olivia Horne on this well-deserved honor!