Howard B. Owens Science Center

Prince George's County Public Schools
9601 Greenbelt Rd
Lanham, MD 20706
Ungraded UG - UG
School Overview
The Howard B. Owens Science Center, located in Lanham, Maryland, serves as a specialized educational facility operated by the Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) system. Designed to supplement classroom instruction with hands-on learning, the center acts as a hub for STEM education. It is perhaps best known for its high-tech planetarium, which offers immersive astronomical experiences, as well as its diverse array of laboratory programs and interactive exhibits that encourage students to engage directly with scientific concepts beyond the traditional textbook.

The center’s mission is to foster curiosity and provide K-12 students with access to resources that might not be available in a standard school building. By hosting field trips, specialized workshops, and public programs, the Owens Science Center bridges the gap between academic theory and practical application. Whether through exploring the night sky in the dome or participating in environmental and biological studies, the facility plays a vital role in enriching the scientific literacy and technological proficiency of students throughout the region.
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School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Ungraded
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Prince George's County Public Schools
Phone: (301)918-8750
Website: http://www.pgcps.org/howardbowens/
Grade Range: UG - UG
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NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
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* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

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