News Release

Lynn English High School of Lynn, Mass.

Named Finalist for Intel Schools of Distinction

SANTA CLARA, Calif., April 15, 2009 – Lynn English High School of Lynn, Mass. has been named a finalist for the Intel Schools of Distinction. The school, with 1,527 students, is a high school finalist in mathematics excellence. It is one of just 18 schools from across the United States named as finalists.

The annual Intel Schools of Distinction program honors U.S. schools that demonstrate 21st century teaching and learning environments and implement innovative programs that inspire their students to excel in the areas of math and science. Schools compete for $1 million in grants and awards from the Intel Foundation and sponsoring companies.

"Improving math and science education is one of the critical issues we see facing the United States if it is to compete effectively in a global economy,” said Wendy Hawkins, Executive Director of the Intel Foundation. “It is encouraging to see examples of such excellence from across the country. These schools launch their students on a path to lifelong learning with programs that are rich, exciting and demanding."

The Intel Foundation will award $2,500 to Lynn English and each of the other finalist schools.

On May 5, 2009, six of the 18 schools – including one elementary, one middle and one high school in both the Math and Science categories– will be selected to be honored for their extraordinary commitment to educational excellence and innovation. Each of these six schools will receive an additional $10,000 cash grant from the Intel Foundation and an award package including curriculum materials, professional development resources, hardware and software valued at more than $100,000 per school. Sponsors include SMART Technologies and Inspiration Software.

During September 13-15, 2009, representatives of the six schools will attend a series of events in Washington, D.C., beginning with a black tie Gala and concluding with an awards event on September 15 at which one school from this year's honorees will be named "Star Innovator."

The Star Innovator School will receive a $15,000 grant from the Intel Foundation as well as additional products and services from the sponsors, bringing the value of the Star Innovator award to more than $200,000.

The school winning this award must have a comprehensive program incorporating innovative and effective use of technology, engaging parents and the community in students' education, fostering professional development and teamwork, and delivering consistent achievement of high academic standards.

The finalist schools have achieved academic excellence in mathematics and science by embracing such 21st century learning skills as digital literacy, critical thinking and problem solving, as well as teamwork and community involvement.

The 18 finalists were chosen from both public and private schools and from rural, urban and suburban neighborhoods. The finalists, representing a wide range of successful programs, are in two categories: Mathematics Excellence and Science Excellence.

The finalist schools in the Mathematics Excellence category offer their students a rigorous, challenging and engaging program that teaches mathematics skills and how to apply them to solve real-life problems, approach projects as a member of a team, and communicate succinctly on the subject. The schools' mathematics curriculum includes a variety of 21st century instructional strategies that incorporate critical thinking skills and hands-on experiences to ensure high levels of achievement for all students.

For more information about the Intel Schools of Distinction, visit www.schoolsofdistinction.com.

Through the Intel Education initiative, Intel invests more than $100 million annually in its efforts to accelerate 21st century learning. Intel's vision is to help equip young people with the skills required to succeed in today's workforce that will in turn fuel global economic growth and innovation. For more information, visit www.intel.com/education.

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Background 

All ninth grade students at Lynn English High School enroll in algebra, and tenth grade students enroll in geometry. The learning environment at the school challenges students to assume active roles as self-directed learners, with teachers functioning in the capacity of “coaches,” providing guidance and direction.

Grade eleven and twelve students at Lynn English enroll in a variety of mathematics courses, ranging in skill level from college prep to honors. These courses include Algebra II, Algebra III and Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Introduction to Calculus, AP Calculus, and AP Statistics.

Students also have an opportunity to select courses in Biotechnology, computer-aided design and drafting, or technology certification programs within the Cisco Networking Academy. These unique opportunities expand students’ experiences with mathematical concepts, hands-on practice, and real-life scenarios. Students are also invited to participate on the Math Team and enter mathematical competitions with other schools.

Relationships with local area businesses, parents, alumni, and local colleges have produced new mathematics and technology programs at Lynn English, provided grants to expand current technological offerings, offered additional professional development opportunities, and created internships that insights students to be self-directed and confident, utilize their 21st Century skills, and take ownership of their learning in a real-life environment.

Lynn English High School contact: Ms. Donna Akerley, 781-477-7366; akerleyd@lynnschools.org;

Lynn English website: www.lynnenglish.org