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Scottsdale Author Releases Audio Book and Takes Seat on the Advisory Board of the Sold-Out Youth Foundation; Waltman Brings Positive Message to Youth in School Assemblies

Fourth generation Arizona native Crystal Waltman wins first place for Health Book of the Year. She was given an advisory seat on the Sold-Out Youth Foundation. She just released her audiobook, and her Book Tour Begins April 7th in Tucson, at Barnes and Noble book signing 12-4 followed by a live book signing event in Scottsdale April 10, 3pm-7pm benefiting The Sold Out Youth Foundation. - March 03, 2021 - Crystal LLC

Shorecrest Semifinalists Advance in National Merit Competition

Shorecrest seniors Jonathan Currie, Hailey Levitz and Leddon Zwack have been named National Merit Finalists by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. All three students were named National Merit Semifinalists and have advanced to the next round of competition. About 1.5 million juniors in... - February 27, 2021 - Shorecrest Preparatory School

Shorecrest Seniors Hailey Levitz and Evan Hoefer Earn U.S. Presidential Scholar Nominations

Hailey Levitz ‘21 and Evan Hoefer ‘21, both graduating seniors at Shorecrest Preparatory School, have been named candidates for the 2021 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. The United States Presidential Scholar program was established in 1964 by Executive Order of the President to... - February 27, 2021 - Shorecrest Preparatory School

STEERus™ Launches the World’s First Soft Skills Academy

STEERus, an emerging edtech, has launched the world’s first Soft Skills Academy to enable students for successful transition from school to work by coaching life skills and workplace competencies. And it's free to all students and educators worldwide. - February 25, 2021 - STEERus

Magnolia Specialized Services Uses UVClear F1140 as Part of Their Healthy School Program

Magnolia Specialized Services is using the UVClear F1140 to maintain a healthy environment for their students and staff by using germicidal ultraviolet light technology. - February 22, 2021 - UVClear

Stop the Bullying, Teach Compassion - Cultivating Compassion in Children LLC Releases 4 New Books

Sonja Wendt is a new Colorado children’s book author publishing four books in 2020 in the Cultivating Compassion in Children’s series. - February 13, 2021 - Cultivating Compassion in Children LLC

APC by Schneider Electric Names New Haven Public Schools as Winner in K-12 IT Makeover Contest

Does your school or district have a problem IT area that’s keeping your school from creating the best interactive learning experience? If so, plan to enter the 2021 K-12 Server Room Makeover Contest sponsored by APC by Schneider Electric’s IT Solutions for Education for a chance to win... - February 11, 2021 - APC by Schneider Electric

Special Needs Kids Get Exceptional Love from Be Strong Int’l for Valentine’s Day

Special needs children between the ages of 4 to 14 and their families will experience the love and compassion of Valentine’s Day through Be Strong International’s Exceptional Love Valentine’s Day Event on Friday, February 12 in Homestead. - February 10, 2021 - Be Strong International, Inc.

Posse Launches Virtual Program, Expands to Recruit Students from 20 Cities Across America for Full-Tuition Scholarships

The Posse Foundation - a national college scholarship and youth leadership development organization - has launched a major expansion initiative to recruit students from 20 cities across the United States. The new Virtual Program project was inspired by Posse’s successful transition to an... - January 28, 2021 - The Posse Foundation

Southwest Tennessee Community College Wins Prestigious 2021 National Bellwether Award

Southwest Tennessee Community College has won the prestigious national 2021 Bellwether Award in the category of Planning, Governance and Finance. The highly competitive award recognizes community colleges for their cutting-edge, trendsetting programs that are worthy of replication. Bellwether... - January 27, 2021 - Southwest Tennessee Community College

ConRoca Publishing Announces the Release of David Martin Anderson's Anthology Collection: "Hunting Snipes +four"

ConRoca Publishing’s Editor-in-Chief, Kevin Abreau, announces a January 2021 publication date of David Martin Anderson’s collection of stories titled, "Hunting Snipes+four" (76,000 words; general fiction). Anderson’s collection of prose consists of five stories, novellas... - January 27, 2021 - ConRoca Publishing

AAIMS Announces Zero Impact to Their Academic Operations Thanks to EduThrill Assessment Platform

Earlier this year, the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic coincided with the time when institutes all over the world were at various stages of conducting final exams. With the pressure of exams already very high under normal circumstances, the sudden impact of the pandemic caused a vastly detrimental... - January 21, 2021 - EduThrill

Timely New Historical Fiction Book Connects Young Readers with Virginia’s Checkered Civil Rights History

Brothers Sam and Derek and their friend Caitlin are back, with a new mystery at hand - identifying in long-hidden photographs the brave African American teenagers who courageously stood up for civil rights nearly sixty years ago. The latest volume in the fun and informative middle-grade series combining history, mystery, and adventure, shines a light on the civil rights protests of 1963 and the fight to desegregate schools. - January 18, 2021 - MB3 Press

Amplified IT Certified as a Great Place to Work

Amplified IT, an education-focused consultancy that brings a blend of technical skills and knowledge to the K-12 and Higher Ed market today announced that they were certified as a Great Place to Work®. Amplified IT earned this designation based on feedback provided through anonymous surveys... - January 13, 2021 - Amplified IT

New Online Course Makes It Possible for You to Support and Teach the Whole Child

Learn how to implement UDL and SEL. A new course offered by Novak Education introduces best practices, tools, and shares practical applications so educators can learn how to apply the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Social Emotional Learning (SEL) frameworks in order to improve outcomes of students. - January 06, 2021 - Novak Educational Consulting

Leap for Literacy to Host Winter 2021 All Black Author Share Your Story Program

In honor of Black History Month, Leap for Literacy is excited to announce the first all Black Author Share Your Story program which will begin on Monday, February 1, 2021. The Leap for Literacy Share Your Story program is designed to inspire the next generation of authors by educating them about... - January 06, 2021 - Leap For Literacy

So Cool Brands - Best Organic Children's Beverage Brand - North America, and Award for Excellence in Eco-Conscious Food Packaging

So Cool Brands is a brand which consumers can trust. The manufacturer of organic flavored water drinks for children, package their products in eco-conscious cartons and use paper straws. So Cool Brands recently won 2 awards in the LUXlife 2020 Food and Drink Awards: Best Organic Children's Beverage Brand - North America, and Award for Excellence in Eco-Conscious Food Packaging 2020. Stephanie Brooke, Co-founder, discusses what has driven this success. - December 25, 2020 - So Cool Brands Inc.

Why It is Critical for Workers in Out-of-School Settings to Qualify for Vaccine Eligibility Within the Education Sector

The American Camp Association, along with the Afterschool Alliance, the Boys and Girls Clubs of America, JCC Association of North America, and the YMCA of the USA, make a strong case to have out-of-school time workers eligible for COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as the Education sector. - December 22, 2020 - American Camp Association

"Animal Homes" is an Outstanding Science Trade Book

Mary Holland’s Animal Anatomy and Adaptations series receives second award from the Children’s Book Council and National Science Teachers Association. - December 19, 2020 - Arbordale Publishing

"Moral Courage" Documentary Film Series Reveals Previously Unknown Stories of Rescues of Jewish Fugitives in Holocaust

Six interview-based stories of heroism by Rescuers of Jewish fugitives during the Holocaust are available, with study guides, for teachers of Holocaust studies in schools and universities. - December 14, 2020 - Foundation for Moral Courage

Center for Adoption Support and Education Awarded $50,000 Grant from Greater Washington Community Foundation to Serve Foster Children in Northern Virginia

The Greater Washington Community Foundation (The Community Foundation) has awarded the Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.) a grant in the amount of $50,000 through the Fund for Children, Youth and Families to provide therapy sessions to 33 children in foster care in eight target jurisdictions in Northern Virginia; the counties of Arlington, Fairfax, Loudon and Prince William, and the cities of Alexandria, Falls Church, Manassas Park and Leesburg. - December 10, 2020 - Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.)

Midwest College Consulting Earns Prestigious Professional Designation: Group’s Founder is the Only Certified Educational Planner in Cincinnati

Midwest College Consulting (MCC), a growing group of professional educational consultants partnering with college-bound students and their families during the college application and selection process, has earned new professional distinctions. Dana Rolander, the founder of MCC, has earned the... - December 02, 2020 - Midwest College Consulting

Harmel Codi, Author and Advocate, Publishes Children’s Books to Promote Early Literacy in COVID-Related Homeschooling

Author and her books offer a way for parents to inculcate the joy of reading despite pandemic pressures, a serious issue for under-served communities. - December 01, 2020 - Community Alliances and Improvements

Belshay House Releases Debut Children's Book, "But I Don't Want to Say Goodbye"

In this poignant and heartfelt book, author Ta’Shay Mason expertly crafts a tender story about how to make peace with the death of a parent...by honoring them. - November 30, 2020 - Belshay House LLC

New Cartoon Teaches Biblical Principles as Guide for Young Children

220 Media announces the launch of Yoyo Dont Play That! The live action cartoon based on the popular book series created by Myrtis Randolph. - November 28, 2020 - 220 Media and Marketing

Dr. Gracelyn R. Whyte-Farquharson, Ph.D. Recognized as a Woman of the Month for December 2020 by P.O.W.E.R.

Dr. Gracelyn R. Whyte-Farquharson, Ph.D. of Coral Springs, Florida has been recognized as a Woman of the Month for December 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. Each month P.O.W. - November 25, 2020 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

Nikki H. Pough Showcased on the Reuters Billboard in Times Square by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide

Nikki H. Pough of Queens Village, New York has been showcased on the Reuters Billboard in Times Square in New York City by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. Times Square, where the Reuters Billboard... - November 19, 2020 - Strathmore Worldwide

SANS Inc. New LIVE Language Lab On-Demand™ Instructional Platform Supports World Language Teaching

SANS Inc. Software and Network Solutions is now delivering its new LIVE Language Lab On-Demand, online language teaching platform, to world language programs at schools around the country. LIVE Language Lab supports synchronous language classes in-person, remote, or in blended learning models. - November 18, 2020 - SANS Inc. Instructional Technology for Language Learning

Arya Peruma Launches a New Series of JAVA Programming Webinars Through Her Coding For Young Minds Community Initiative

Coding for Young Minds is pleased to offer a free JAVA Programming/Coding webinar series, presented by Arya Peruma for middle and high school children to further develop cognitive skills, critical and logical thinking, as well as problem solving skills. “STEM education including Coding and... - November 14, 2020 - Coding For Young Minds Community Organization

STOMP Out Bullying Celebrates Fourth Annual National Block It Out Day, Encouraging Students to Empower Themselves Online

National Block It Out Day, a STOMP Out Bullying initiative, the goal is to block negativity from the digital lives of students and, by doing so, end cruelty, homophobia, LGBTQ discrimination, racism, hatred and online violence. Last year on National Block It Out Day 3 Million people created a chain reaction by participating in and spreading the word to their friends and family who blocked out cyberbullies, haters and trolls. - November 13, 2020 - Love Our Children USA

"Wake Up Olivia," New Children's Book Inspires and Entertains Readers

"This is a story that children and parents will love. It offers the reader an empowering perspective for developing a loving, self-identity." - Fran Briggs, Publicist to Detrell and Jasmin Hawkins - November 10, 2020 - eMediaCampaigns!

Future Horizons Presents "COVID Isn’t Fair!"

Future Horizons offer books that help support teachers, parents, family members, and caretakers improve their understanding of ASD and be able to build a foundation of positive growth, both intellectually and emotionally. - November 06, 2020 - Future Horizons, Inc.

AIAA ASCEND Drawing a Spaceship with Kids

Local artist, Michelle Rouch of Tucson, Arizona, an Associate Fellow of member of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) and Chair for AIAA Tucson Section, has been honored with the acceptance of her art submissions in the AIAA Accelerating Space Commerce, Exploration and New... - November 06, 2020 - Artwork by Rouch

West Palm Beach Kiwanis Club Speaks Up for Kids with Generous Computer Donation

Twenty new Dell computers were donated to bridge the technology gap for Palm Beach County child victims of abuse. - November 05, 2020 - Speak Up for Kids

New Online Animal Education Membership Website for Children and Young Adults

Just Released Live, the Animals Central Educational Membership Website. Tools for teaching the Animal Kingdom to Children and Young Adults. - November 02, 2020 - Frederick Fichman

The Citizen Science Lab Expands Facilities to Make STEM More Accessible to Youth

Nonprofit’s new location reinforces mission to expand access to experiences and opportunities in STEM. - October 29, 2020 - The Citizen Science Lab

Kevin Breen Selected as New Head of School at Worcester Academy

Marshall School Leader to become 32nd Head of School effective July 1, 2021. - October 29, 2020 - Worcester Academy

School Innovations & Achievement (SI&A) Announces Latest Partnership with Troup County School Systems to Improve Attendance and Inspire Action

Leadership in Troup County Schools is not about establishing power, but inspiring community and trust. With a proven track record, SI&A's flagship product, The Achievement Initiative, powered by Attention2Attendance (A2A), works with school districts to track students and provide services to intervene and report on student attendance, increase attendance rates, reduce dropout rates, increase parent engagement and communication and enhance campus culture overall. - October 26, 2020 - School Innovations & Achievement

Rishi Khandelwal Explores Students Making Most of COVID Situation

Rishi Khandelwal Encourages Every Student to Improve Their Vocabulary and Writing Skills in Their Free Time. Rishi Khandelwal Also Recommends Students Work on Their Soft Skills. - October 21, 2020 - Rishi Khandelwal

Transfinder Releases Its CARES Act Incentive

Transfinder Corp. has released its own CARES Act designed to help schools overcome budgetary challenges caused by the pandemic by reducing the cost to access its award-winning software and deferring payments until July 2021. CARES stands for Client Aid Relief for (r)Evolutionary Software. For as... - October 21, 2020 - Transfinder

The Rugby Foundation, From the Barrio Foundation, Announce International Alliance and Partnership

The Rugby Foundation and From the Barrio Foundation are advancing their shared vision to empower young people and adults. The two organizations launched a global engagement model designed to support education, adaptive sports, health and community engagement their publicist announced today. Phil... - October 20, 2020 - eMediaCampaigns!

Drug-Free Tennessee Celebrates National Night Out Virtually

Drug-Free Tennessee participates every year in National Night Out Against Crime by distributing the Truth About Drugs and giving lecture presentations to the community. - October 17, 2020 - Drug Free South

Nashville Religion Communicators Council Inspired by Religion Media Expert

The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council (RCC) meets monthly to talk about topics of interest and hear from professionals in religious communications. - October 17, 2020 - Religion Communicators Council

Eldora Jones Recognized as a Woman of the Month for August 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)

Eldora Jones of Cleveland, Mississippi has been recognized as a Woman of the Month for August 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements for 25 years in the field of child daycare. Each month P.O.W.E.R. - October 13, 2020 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

Las Vegas Photographer Christian Purdie Adds a Fashion Style to Senior Portrait Photography Sessions

You only get one high school graduation and you only get one high school senior portrait. Las Vegas photographer Christian Purdie adds a fashion style to their senior portrait photography sessions. Families no longer have to settle for the cheap backdrop with the standard smile and pose option for... - October 08, 2020 - Christian Purdie Photography

New Book for Teens and Parents, "What They Don't Teach Teens," Protects Families from 21st-Century Dangers

New book "What They Don't Teach Teens" provides teens and parents with modern safety tips to protect against modern dangers, such as sexting, cyberbulling, revenge porn, mass shootings and more. - October 07, 2020 - Linden Publishing

Transfinder Solutions Named "Most Innovative"

Transfinder Corp. was selected by attendees of the industry’s first Bus Technology Summit as the creators of the Most Innovative Software, beating out other tech companies’ routing products. "The 1,250 attendees that participated at the inaugural Bus Technology Summit on Sept... - October 07, 2020 - Transfinder

N.J. Military Software Vendor Releases Low Cost Alyssa's Law Solution for Schools