Renaissance and Discovery Education Announce Partnership to Develop Educational Relevance and Integrated Assessment Data

Collaboration brings Discovery Education Science Techbook assessment content to Renaissance, helping districts connect curriculum, assessment, and instruction.

BLOOMINGTON, MN, and CHARLOTTE, NC (July 28, 2026) – Renaissance, a global leader in pre-K-12 assessment, learning, and personalized learning solutions, and Discovery Education, creators of key K-12 teaching and learning solutions used in classrooms around the world, today announced a new partnership to streamline science assessment workflows by integrating Discovery Education’s assessment content. Science Techbook core curriculum directly from Renaissance DnA and the SchoolCity platform.

As states work to streamline regulatory, testing, and accountability goals, many face the challenges of navigating data that is distributed across multiple systems. By bringing Science Techbook With DnA and SchoolCity testing materials, teachers can access test questions and resulting data alongside benchmark, interim, district, and classroom test results, creating a more connected and actionable view of the student.

“This partnership represents another important step in our commitment to regulatory compliance,” said Todd Brekhus, Chief Product Officer at Renaissance. “Through programs like our Core Publisher Program and the launch of Renaissance Intelligence, we’re bringing together curriculum, assessment, and actionable data to help teachers be more effective. It’s empowering districts to align teaching, learning and assessment to create a common vision of student achievement.”

The merger enables districts to receive results from Discovery Education Science Techbook assessment content that complements existing assessment data, supporting informed, informative discussions and helping teams make better decisions for students.

It supports a more comprehensive view of student performance

Through this partnership, schools and districts can bring Discovery Education assessment tools to DnA and the SchoolCity platform that they use to manage and analyze assessment data across their organization, helping to build a more connected and cohesive educational ecosystem.

Key benefits include:

• A more holistic view of student performance by analyzing results from Discovery Education Science Techbook assessment content aligns with state, benchmark, interim, and classroom assessment data.

• Reduced reporting silos with an integrated test management environment that provides a single place to review results and inform instructional decisions.

• Strong alignment between curriculum and district programs by connecting classroom assessment data to broader accountability, improvement, and instructional goals.

• Better data analytics by empowering teachers, PLCs, and leadership teams to compare performance across assessment opportunities and leverage data within existing reporting workflows.

• Greater efficiency and flexibility with robust test creation, administration, scoring, and reporting capabilities are already available within Renaissance DnA and SchoolCity.

• Flexible administration options, including online and paper-and-pencil test delivery, with results captured in a common reporting environment to support consistent analysis and instructional decision-making. DnA and SchoolCity also provide accommodations and accessibility grants designed to help districts meet the diverse needs of students within the common assessment workflow.

• Seamless integration into existing district processes, allowing educators to manage Discovery Education assessment materials within standard workflows and assessment environments.

• Improved support for instructional relevance by linking curriculum, assessment, and data-driven decision-making to help teachers act on data and improve student outcomes.

“Great instruction happens when high-quality content and meaningful assessment come together to inform what teachers will do next,” said Travis Barrs, Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer at Discovery Education. “By doing Science Techbook standards-aligned assessment content found directly within Renaissance DnA and SchoolCity, this partnership gives teachers a more connected view of student understanding so they can identify gaps, adjust instruction, and differentiate with confidence.”

Together, Renaissance and Discovery Education are committed to helping educators streamline assessment processes, strengthen instructional alignment, and make better-informed decisions that support student success.

About the Renaissance

As a global leader in educational technology operating in more than 110 countries, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with the information and resources to accelerate growth and help all students build a strong foundation for success. With our wide range of connected solutions, we deliver powerful, integrated tools that support teaching and learning at all levels.

Renaissance Intelligence, our first-of-its-kind Education Intelligence System, integrates assessment, instruction, practice, and curriculum into AI-powered workflows, turning real-time data into actionable guidance that helps educators personalize instruction and make informed decisions with confidence.

We believe technology can unlock more effective experiences, ensure students receive the personalized instruction they need to succeed, and help teachers and administrators truly, fully, See All Students. Learn more at renaissance.com.

About Adoption Education

Discovery Education is a global education technology leader with innovative solutions that empower educators and improve student learning. Discovery Education solutions have served more than 100 million students worldwide, supporting effective teaching and learning in 45% of US K–12 schools and in 100+ countries and territories. The company’s portfolio includes award-winning core and supplemental curriculum, content aligned to the highest standards, and AI-powered teaching and learning tools. Solutions span math, science, literacy, social studies, and work-related learning, including instructionally aligned content developed through one-on-one collaboration with industry leaders to bring real-world relevance to every subject. Learn more at discoveryeducation.com.

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