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hands-on Exploratorium experiences into what they are studying in the classroom . We are excited to what possibilities this opens for students .”
Discovery Education has collaborated with many corporate partners across the country , including Verizon in New Jersey and Unilever , one of the world ’ s largest manufacturer of consumers goods , which also has a research facility in Englewood Cliffs . Nakamoto explains in its corporate relationships Discovery Education
hat spark curiosity and enthusiasm in young minds . helps companies authentically tell their stories through educational content .
Inspired by the global media company Discovery , Inc ., Discovery Education partners with school districts , states , and trusted organizations to empower teachers with leading edtech solutions that support the success of all learners .
Many state and local dignitaries were invited to the opening of the interactive center . When visitors arrived , they were welcomed by interactive video content shown on advanced commercial
Photo : LG Electronics Photo : LG Electronics displays from LG Business Solutions , including curved open-frame OLED displays and touchscreen digital signage displays .
The corporate facility is located on a $ 300 million campus which earned the high-level LEED Platinum certification for its sustainability , efficiency , and lower carbon footprint . “ Commercial Property Executive ” ranked LG ’ s Englewood Cliffs headquarters as the No . 1 LEED-certified building in New Jersey . The construction of the headquarters generated more than 2,000 labor jobs and the facility employs more than 800 workers .
LG Electronics is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics , Inc ., a $ 63 billion global innovator in technology and manufacturing . In the United States , LG sells a wide range of innovative home appliances , home entertainment products , commercial displays , air conditioning systems , energy solutions and vehicle components . The company ’ s commitment to environmental sustainability and its “ Life ’ s Good ” marketing theme encompass how LG is dedicated to people ’ s happiness by exceeding expectations today and tomorrow .
Gov . Phil Murphy attended the launch and said : “ The LG Exploratorium will contribute immensely to New Jersey ’ s economic and education landscape and inspire innovation among young New Jerseyans .
“ As we respond to a host of formidable challenges both today and in the future , it ’ s crucial that we equip the next generation of New Jersey leaders with the skills they require to build a stronger and more prosperous Garden State .”
Englewood Cliffs Mayor Mario M . Kranjac praised LG for its commitment to the community . “ LG Electronics has been a great corporate neighbor and a valuable member of the Englewood Cliffs community ,” he said . “ By opening its doors , LG is providing through the LG Exploratorium a unique opportunity for our students to learn and grown and be inspired by technology and innovation to pursue careers in high-demand STEAM fields .”
“ For many students , STEAM is their first exposure to fulfilling and rewarding careers in New Jersey ’ s key industries . By engaging students at an early age with hands-on experiences , it gives them a glimpse of what careers in science , technology engineering art and math may be like ,” said Jennifer Brower , the superintendent of schools in Englewood Cliffs .
Congressman Bill Pascrell Jr . also attended the opening and was impressed by the interactive center ’ s impact . “ Any opportunity for our students to expand their learning opportunities in creative ways is a net positive for our communities . I hope that Englewood Cliffs students and students from around our great state can utilize this new facility to expand their minds and their knowledge horizons well into the future ,” he said .
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