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Pop Culture Classroom Hosts Low-Cost Workshops and Family-Fun Nights for Colorado Kids
Denver Non-profit Brings Out the Superhero in All by Offering a Variety of Ongoing Instructional Sessions Focused on Innovative Pop Culture-Based Education. - February 18, 2019 - Pop Culture Classroom
Philadelphia Autism Conference with Dr. Temple Grandin - April 12, 2019
Future Horizons will be hosting the Philadelphia Autism Conference with Dr. Temple Grandin - April 12, 2019. - February 14, 2019 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Admiral Farragut Academy is Awarded $5,000 Check by Outback Bowl
During Admiral Farragut Academy’s Athlete Signing Day on Wednesday, February 6th, Christopher Giblin presented a check for $5,000 to the Farragut Fund from the Outback Bowl. Christopher, who is a parent to a Farragut 5th grader, sits on the Outback Bowl Board of Directors. The Outback Bowl,... - February 13, 2019 - Admiral Farragut Academy
Witlingo Announces the General Availability of Buildlingo
Voice First Startup Witlingo releases Buildlingo, an offering that enables anyone to launch and maintain a voice first experience for customer care and digital marketing on Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant by simply using a Mobile App. - February 06, 2019 - Witlingo
Allentown Charter School Students at EEACS Getting Work Experience from Local Businesses
High school students at EEACS are getting work experience with businesses across the Lehigh Valley. - February 06, 2019 - Executive Education Academy Charter School
Local Educator Begins New Career with Launch of Spaulding Decon Franchise in Frisco
Deidra Gurn today announced the launch of the Frisco-based franchise of Spaulding Decon, a nationally established leader in crime-scene cleanup, hoarding cleanup and meth lab decontamination, which will serve the broader Frisco area. Gurn has spent the past 15 years as a high school teacher. When... - February 04, 2019 - Spaulding Decon
First Plant-Based Public School in US, KING Charter Schools, Campaigns for Startup Funding
KING Charter School is preparing to open the first completely plant-based public school in the United States. The board members of the organization are preparing to submit their application to the state of Florida on 1 February 2019 and are seeking $350,000 in funding via their GoFundMe campaign to cover interim startup costs while their application is reviewed before tax funding can be allocated from the state. - February 01, 2019 - KING Charter Schools
Construction of Lowrance-Paisley Replacement Schools
The Lowrance-Paisley Replacement Schools project is the first school to be constructed under the 2016 bond referendum. New Atlantic is currently constructing 224,000 SF of buildings consisting of 3 three-story classroom wings, 2 gymnasiums, 2 dining areas, and a media center. The new... - February 01, 2019 - New Atlantic Contracting, Inc.
New Atlantic Constructing Two Schools for Iredell-Statesville Schools
New Atlantic was selected as the general contractor, along with Moseley Architects, for these 2 new schools for Iredell-Statesville Schools. Statesville, NC has seen a steady growth in their population over the years and Mooresville, NC, has seen rapid growth in their population due to its strong... - February 01, 2019 - New Atlantic Contracting, Inc.
James Davenport Named President of the Oklahoma Political Science Association
Rose State Political Science Professor James Davenport has been selected to serve as President of the Oklahoma Political Science Association (OPSA) for 2019. Davenport succeeds Dr. Christine Pappas of East Central University after serving as Associate Vice President in 2018 and has been a member of... - January 31, 2019 - Rose State College
CASE President, Phyllis Wolfram to Give Webinar on "Reinventing Special Education in 2019" as Part of the eLuma Webinar Series
Phyllis Wolfram, the president of the Council of Administrators of Special Education (CASE), will join eLuma to present a webinar entitled, "Reinventing Special Education in 2019." The presentation will focus on the current state of special education, what national organizations like CASE & the CEC are doing to make it better, and how special educators can become more involved. - January 25, 2019 - eLuma Online Therapy
Greater Than Gatsby Seeking Scholarship Applicants for $10,000 Annual Scholarship
Greater Than Gatsby announces its $10,000 Annual Scholarship for the 2019 scholarship year. - January 25, 2019 - Greater Than Gatsby
Student Scholars Will Compete at The Region V NC Science and Engineering Fair Competition
Over 300 young scientists and engineers from across North Carolina, Region V will convene at Triad Math and Science Academy in Greensboro on Saturday, February 16, 2019, to participate in the annual Regional Science and Engineering Fair. Students from 3rd grade through 12th grade will defend their original science and engineering research in front of distinguished scientists and engineers. Triad Math and Science Academy is the signature school hosting this event. - January 25, 2019 - Triad Math and Science Academy
Austin Startup Tackles Literacy Rights for Under-Served Communities
An Austin, TX start-up wants to make literacy free. - January 24, 2019 - Starcrossers LLC
Best-Selling Author David Goggins to Appear at Executive Education Academy Charter School
The best-selling author and former Navy Seal will be speaking to students, faculty, and friends of the Allentown charter school. - January 23, 2019 - Executive Education Academy Charter School
HurixDigital to Showcase Its K-12 Content Library at BETT 2019
HurixDigital is one of the leading digital solution providers, with multiple awards to its credit for developing innovative solutions for publishers across the globe. BETT is an annual trade show for showcasing the latest innovations in technology for education and is attended by education service... - January 23, 2019 - HurixDigital
PikMyKid Pledges Support to New School Safety Research Grant
PikMyKid, a School Safety and Dismissal Solution platform joins forces with Global Grid 4 Learning (GG4L). As apart of their Safer Schools in America Impact Grant Program, eligible schools will receive up to $25M in grants, products, and services. - January 19, 2019 - PikMyKid
Middle School Students Can Enroll at Executive Education Academy Charter School in Allentown
The Allentown charter school is accepting new middle school students in grades 5-8. - January 17, 2019 - Executive Education Academy Charter School
Brunhild Technologies Forms Strategic Alliance with MyEdubag
Brunhild Technologies, a Startup Preventive Security Systems for Schools has entered into an agreement with Myedubag, a k12 online platform by IDeserve Education Private Limited, Delhi. As per the agreement, Brunhild Technologies will integrate Myedubag's learning material on its platform to offer... - January 17, 2019 - BRUNHILD Technologies
Texarkana Autism Conference with Dr. Temple Grandin - March 15, 2019
Future Horizons will be hosting the Texarkana Autism Conference with Dr. Temple Grandin - March 15, 2019. - January 15, 2019 - Future Horizons, Inc.
India's First Preventive Security System for Schools Launched by BRUNHILD Technologies
BRÜNHILD Launches India’s 1st Preventive Safety Alert system for Schools. - January 14, 2019 - BRUNHILD Technologies
Student Safety: An Unprecedented, School Focused, Preventive Security System by BRUNHILD Technologies
Students today are vulnerable to a variety of dangers before, during and after school, studies indicate. It’s learnt that schools are experiencing rising rates of bullying, victimization, and violence. Fortunately, the emerging Internet of Things (IoT) applications show promise for helping schools minimize these threats and boost student safety. - January 14, 2019 - BRUNHILD Technologies
MackinVIA Receives Product of the Year Award in 2019 Modern Library Awards from LibraryWorks
The free MackinVIA digital content management platform is recognized and awarded their highest honor giving Mackin their third consecutive award with MLA. - January 12, 2019 - Mackin
Safety Center’s Youth-led Teen Safe Driving Campaign, Youth Take Action to End Distractions, Receives Funding from The Allstate Foundation Good Starts Young Program
Safety Center’s Youth Advisory Council (YAC), comprised of high school students throughout California, continues to raise awareness around teen safe driving issues with the California Teen-to-Teen Safe Driving Campaigns now in its seventh year of funding from The Allstate Foundation. - January 08, 2019 - Safety Center
Ruby H. Hernandez Chosen as the Woman of the Year for 2019 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Ruby H. Hernandez of Crossville, Tennessee has been chosen as the Woman of the Year for 2019 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of education. This powerful woman is an extraordinary... - January 08, 2019 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Sherell Benders-Smith, Ed.S. Recognized as a Woman of the Month for September 2018 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Sherell Benders-Smith, Ed.S. of Montclair, New Jersey has been recognized as a Woman of the Month for September 2018 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 they feature... - January 08, 2019 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Pennies for Pushups Campaign and David Goggins Appearance at Executive Education Academy Charter School Rescheduled
The campaign, originally scheduled for Saturday, January 5, has been moved to February 9. David Goggins’s appearance has also been rescheduled. - January 06, 2019 - Executive Education Academy Charter School
The Jemima’s Playhouse Experience Takes Off
Like many successful companies which found themselves operating in a dynamic and changing environment, Jemima’s Playhouse, the quirky educational and entertainment company based in Atlanta, Georgia, saw the needs of its customers changing - and adapted. Thus, the advent of the Jemima... - January 05, 2019 - Jemima's Playhouse
Origin Wireless’s TRM Technology Provides Reliable Way to Detect a Child Accidentally Left Alone in Hot Car
Origin combines wireless and AI to enable accurate detection of motion and breathing even when the child is sleeping motionless and under a blanket inside a car seat. - January 04, 2019 - Origin Wireless
2018 Year in Review: Drug-Free Tennessee
2018 saw the expansion of Drug-Free Tennessee, carrying out the work of the international organization, the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, in the Southeast United States. - January 04, 2019 - Drug Free South
Milpitas Christian School Students Use "Penny War" to Raise Funds for Paradise Camp Fire Victims
Milpitas Christian School is pleased to announce that the week-long campaign to help victims of the “Camp Fire” in Paradise has raised a record $3,300. Initiated by student leaders at Milpitas Christian School, this creative fundraiser for grades 6-8 will provide funds to meet critical... - December 29, 2018 - Milpitas Christian School
Kids World Fun Organizes International Short Story Contest 2019 #1 for School Children
The popular educational and infotainment web portal for children, parents and teachers, Kids World Fun, is organizing an international short story writing contest 2019#1, for school children. Entry to this contest is free. This is a call for entries. - December 29, 2018 - Kids World Fun
Galileo Announces Winners of First Ever Spark Innovation Scholarship
Three university students who are aspiring educators have been awarded Galileo Learning’s first ever Spark Innovation Scholarship. Each winning student will receive $1000 to apply to their own educational endeavors. This year’s winners are Salina Ibrahim of Loyola University in Chicago, Thanh-Nguyen Nguyen of University of California, Davis and Mayrna Dababneh of Northwestern University. - December 22, 2018 - Galileo Learning
Shorecrest Announces Record-Breaking Philanthropic Gift
Shorecrest Preparatory School is pleased to announce it has received an anonymous $2 million gift to the Transform Campaign. The gift is the single largest in the school's 95+ year history and brings the total raised for Transform to more than $9 million. Transform is the final puzzle piece to the... - December 22, 2018 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
New Students Can Enroll in Allentown Elementary School at EEACS
Executive Education Academy Charter School is a K-12 school that represents 11 area school districts. - December 20, 2018 - Executive Education Academy Charter School
Test Preparation Becoming More Critical; Tutor Doctor in Orlando Can Help
Tutor Doctor a Private, In-Home Service Help Students Catch Up or Get Further Ahead Academically. - December 19, 2018 - Tutor Doctor
Johnson & Wales University Launches Student Financial Literacy Class with iGrad’s New Classroom Integration Resources
Classes Complement iGrad’s Online Financial Wellness Platform. - December 18, 2018 - iGrad
Second Oldest Nationally-Accredited Distance Education School Gains Regional Accreditation
Citizens' High School, the second oldest Nationally-Accredited Distance Education High School has gained Regional Accreditation through the Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools. - December 14, 2018 - Citizens' High School
In Mumbai, Sankalp 2019 Celebrates Microsoft Office Specialist India Championship and ICT Junior India Championships for Grade Schoolers
1st Regional Round scheduled for 16th December 2018 at Sardar Patel Institute of Technology, Andheri West, Mumbai. - December 13, 2018 - Veloces Consulting Services Pvt. Ltd.
Executive Education Academy Charter School in Allentown Hosting Pennies for Pushups Campaign
The campaign will raise donations for the school, its students, and its extracurricular activities. - December 13, 2018 - Executive Education Academy Charter School
16-Year-Old Launches Financial Advisory Program
Lovejit Gill, Delhi High School student, recently launched a financial advising program for local community members, teaching skills in personal wealth management. - December 10, 2018 - Crimson Education
SportsEdTV Offers High School Tennis Players a Chance to Win a Grand-Slam Coaching Day
SportsEdTV launches a WATCH & WIN promotion with a grand prize of a coaching day with Australian Open Doubles Champion, Ellis Ferreira. - December 07, 2018 - SportsEdTV
Poetry Contests by Creative Communication
Since starting over 20 years ago, Creative Communication has awarded more than 2 million dollars in real money prizes to teachers and students in the forms of cash, books and school supplies. The teachers and students can participate in the prizes by entering their poems. Creative Communication has... - December 06, 2018 - Creative Communication
Executive Education Academy Charter School in Allentown Kicks Off Inaugural Basketball Season
EEACS Raptors Basketball will begin with a matchup against Delaware Valley High School at Moravian College. - December 06, 2018 - Executive Education Academy Charter School
Maureen E. Marshall-Jeffers Commemorated as a Professional of the Year for Five Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Maureen E. Marshall-Jeffers of Tinton Falls, New Jersey has been commemorated as a Professional of the Year for five consecutive years by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of education. About Maureen E. - December 05, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
SFC Caps Off a Historic Season at CIF State Cross Country Championships
Last Saturday, Nov. 24, Santa Fe Christian’s (SFC) boys’ and girls’ cross country teams participated in the 2018 CIF State Cross Country Championships at Woodward Park in Fresno, CA. In the thirty-two-year history of the CIF State Cross Country Championships, SFC has qualified... - November 30, 2018 - Santa Fe Christian Schools
EEACS Founder and CEO Chosen for Pennsylvania Department of Education’s Superintendent's Academy
Robert Lysek, founder and CEO of Executive Education Academy Charter School in Allentown, will be participating in the state’s innovative, two-year program. - November 29, 2018 - Executive Education Academy Charter School
Edalex Announces Launch of EdalexCloud Essentials, a New Approach to Content Management
Edalex today announced the launch of its latest offering, EdalexCloud Essentials, a solution designed for organisations seeking an easy way to manage learning and training resources. The solution is based on the openEQUELLA digital repository, a platform that has been widely used by schools,... - November 26, 2018 - Edalex
Kids Need to Read and Highlights™: a Unique #GivingTuesday Partnership
While other nonprofit organizations ask for donations of funds on #GivingTuesday, Kids Need to Read enjoys a unique and highly successful partnership with Highlights to raise tens of thousands of magazines for distribution to disadvantaged children through the two agencies’ annual #GivingTuesday campaign. The magazines benefit Kids Need to Read’s literacy programs for children nationwide. - November 26, 2018 - Kids Need to Read
Swedish Medical Center Collects Hygiene Items for Englewood Families
Swedish Medical Center partners with Englewood Schools to provide needed supplies to homeless and at-risk students. - November 17, 2018 - Swedish Medical Center