PRIDE Industries Becomes Founding Partner of Sacramento’s Powerhouse Science Center
PRIDE Industries Providing Support to Help Build
Northern California’s Premier Science Learning Center
SACRAMENTO, CA. – The Powerhouse Science Center in Sacramento today announced that PRIDE Industries has joined the campaign to help build the premier science learning center serving Northern California.
As a founding partner, PRIDE Industries joins other regional leaders and organizations in a cooperative effort to support the development of this vital new community asset.
Located on the scenic banks of the Sacramento River, the Powerhouse Science Center will function as a model for 21st-century experiential STEM education (science, math, technology, engineering, space) and environmental stewardship. The design will be an exemplary “green” building that serves as an environmental teaching lab.
“At PRIDE Industries, our mission is to create jobs for people with disabilities in our own businesses and by partnering with others in the community. The strength of our mission depends on the health of our shared economy,” said Michael Ziegler, President and CEO of PRIDE Industries. “The state-of-the-art Powerhouse Science Center will offer an important resource for developing next generation scientists, engineers and technology leaders, thus ensuring a vibrant and competitive economy for all. We are pleased to join in support of this important community endeavor.”
PRIDE Industries joins the regional effort of creating a home for a high-tech, hands-on science museum for the Greater Sacramento region that will immerse children in science, technology, engineering and math. The Powerhouse Science Center will play a key role to inspire young people to become the future engineers and scientists that California and our nation desperately need.
“We are extremely pleased to welcome aboard PRIDE Industries as one of our founding partners,” said Michele Wong, Interim Executive Director for the Powerhouse Science Center. “PRIDE Industries shares our goal of transforming a historic Sacramento landmark into a cutting edge educational center, featuring a museum, planetarium, restaurant, and conference center. The Powerhouse Science Center is a tremendous collaborative effort between many dedicated groups and individuals that are all playing a significant role in making this vision of a premier science education center become a reality.”
Supporters of the Powerhouse Science Center include business and civic leaders, clubs and organizations, individuals, and the City of Sacramento.
Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson is recognizing this project as a top priority for Sacramento’s future.
The facility will serve as a public forum, showcasing the latest scientific discoveries in a venue that is accessible to the entire family. The Center will highlight the scientific achievements of the Sacramento region, the latest developments in medical science and technology, and the fundamentals of resource conservation. It will also be utilized as a field trip destination for pre-kindergarten to 12th grade students from throughout the region.
The Center, which will cost an estimated $50 million, has nearly completed its pre-construction phase. The 60-year old Discovery Museum Science & Space Center on Auburn Boulevard is scheduled to move from its current location and become the Powerhouse Science Center (www.powerhousesciencecenter.org) in 2013.
For more information on the Powerhouse Science Center, including how to become a Founding Partner, visit www.powerhousesciencecenter.org, email info@PowerhouseScienceCenter.org, or call 916 853-0343. Visit the Center on Twitter, Facebook and Flickr.
About PRIDE Industries
PRIDE Industries is a nonprofit organization meeting the manufacturing, supply chain, logistics and facilities service needs of business and government nationwide while creating meaningful jobs for people with disabilities. Operating in 11 states and the nation’s capital, PRIDE employs more than 4,000 individuals, including more than 2,400 people with disabilities. Headquartered in Roseville, Ca., PRIDE ranks as the third largest manufacturing and service company in the greater Sacramento region.
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