LearningStation Supports Student Achievement with Peak 10 Charlotte
July 14, 2008 in Portfolio News
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (July 14, 2008), Peak-10, the leading provider of customized, online solutions for the K-12 classroom, to host its IT infrastructure within the data center leader's state-of-the-art facility in Charlotte, N.C.
"We needed a dedicated IT partner to provide us with the best solutions and support for our hardware and Web-based solutions," said Jim Kirchner, chief executive officer of LearningStation. "Peak 10's proven customer service, engineering expertise and portfolio of services will further enable us to deliver effective e-learning tools to classrooms across the country."
Known as a leading provider of customized, e-learning tools for K-12 schools, LearningStation provides engaging, personalized applications that support teachers' efforts and improve student achievement. Since 1997, the company has leveraged advancements in technology in order to enhance learning experiences for K-12 students. A pioneer of the SaaS delivery model, LearningStation is recognized for successful regional and state-wide deployments of easy-to-use, intuitive Web-based resources that maximize the digital classroom and enable informed, individualized instruction.
"Providing excellent customer service and support is our top priority, and we are proud to have gained such an exceptional client because of these strengths," said Pat O'Brien, vice president and general manager of Peak 10 Charlotte. "We look forward to tailoring solutions and offering dedicated support for LearningStation's educational applications."
Peak 10 Charlotte's services and support increase revenue growth, lower costs and maximize internal resources for customers while keeping their valuable information technology assets close to the business. The company combines its secure network, high-tech data centers and portfolio of managed services with localized engineering and support to serve market-leading companies nationwide; Peak 10 owns and operates data centers in nine key markets that include Cincinnati, Ohio; Atlanta, Ga.; Raleigh and Charlotte, N.C.; Tampa and Jacksonville, Fla.; Nashville, Tenn.; Louisville, Ky.; and Richmond, Va.
About LearningStation
LearningStation, a leading provider of customized e-learning tools for K-12 classrooms, connects administrators, teachers, parents, and students to maximize the digital classroom and improve student achievement. Schools use LearningStation's innovative solutions to evaluate and address individual student needs with LS Test Builder, a standards-aligned formative assessment and integrated instruction tool; communicate with students and families through LS Teacher Pages, an easy-to-use Web site creation tool; store and share files simply and securely online with the Education Backpack; and engage students with integrated online content that fits seamlessly into class assignments. LearningStation has been honored by several groups in the learning industry for its significant contributions to the growth of education technology. For more information about LearningStation and its solutions, please visit www.learningstation.com.
About Peak 10, Inc.
Peak 10 is the leading independent data center operator and managed services provider delivering scalable, economical and reliable solutions for hosting and managing complex information technology infrastructure. It combines its portfolio of managed services with localized engineering and support to serve market-leading companies including LendingTree, Rivals.com, Global Knowledge, Pergo, Churchill Downs, The Fresh Market and the Jacksonville Jaguars. Peak 10 is SAS 70 Type II compliant and helps companies meet the requirements of various regulatory compliance acts such as Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), HIPAA, PCI and Gramm-Leach-Bliley (GLBA). For more information on data center solutions from Peak 10, visit www.peak10.com.
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