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Galileo Recognized as 2018 Bay Area Best Places To Work
Local B Corp Earns Honor for Ninth Consecutive Year - June 08, 2018 - Galileo Learning
Tuition Free, Full Day, Chinese Bilingual K-12 School is Being Offered by the Elite Preparatory Academy with a Grant from New Jersey Chinese Community Center
An agreement has been reached between the New Jersey Chinese Community Center and the Elite Preparatory Academy on June 6, 2018 to provide Tuition Free, Full Day, Chinese Bilingual, K-12 education to parents and students in the U.S. First day of school is scheduled to start on September 4,... - June 08, 2018 - Elite Prep
Summer Vacation Can Provide Opportunities to Enhance K-12 Education
A summer enrichment program can transform the vacation period into a learning and fun-filled time for students, because they get an opportunity to learn, while still having plenty of time for their vacation recreation. Growing Stars’ summer programs help children to add depth to their school studies in the upcoming academic year. - June 07, 2018 - Growing Stars Inc.
Orange County Preparatory Academy Announces New Principal
After a six month search, the Orange County Preparatory Academy (OCPA) Governing Board and Charter School Associates are pleased to introduce Jeff Higgins as the new Principal. Jeff comes to OCPA from nearby Arbor Ridge K-8 School in Orlando where he served as Assistant Principal. Taking the helm... - May 31, 2018 - Charter School Associates
Executive Education Academy Charter School in Allentown Starts Construction on New Gym
The Allentown charter school plans to have construction of its new gymnasium completed by December 2018. - May 31, 2018 - Executive Education Academy Charter School
Amaral Group, LLC Becomes a Microsoft Authorized Education Partner
Amaral Group earns distinction through commitment to academic customers. - May 30, 2018 - The Amaral Group, LLC
LifeSkills Academie-Redmond & Northwest Liberty School-Woodinville Partner to Provide Summer Life Skill Classes K-12; Phasing Out School of Hard Knocks
Ordinary life skills education has taken a back seat to academic offers at all levels in school curricula. Due to increasing academic demands and decreasing available time, many agree this valued information needs to be part of the educational realm. “NWLS provides students appropriate tools... - May 30, 2018 - LifeSkills Academie
Safety Center’s Youth Advisory Council Partners with Allstate for Teen Safe Driving Event
Safety Center’s Youth Advisory Council (YAC) in partnership with Allstate insurance agent Bridgit Thurman and her team will hold a year-end event bringing awareness to distracted driving in teens coinciding with the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer. - May 30, 2018 - Safety Center
Executive Education Academy Charter School in Allentown Celebrates Founders’ Day
The annual Founders’ Day celebration will be held at the Allentown charter school on June 1. - May 29, 2018 - Executive Education Academy Charter School
Community Rallies Behind Childhood Leukemia Warrior for a Blood Drive on June 2nd, Clifton Middle School Monrovia, CA
Monrovia Unified School District along with the Red Cross have committed to hold a large scale blood drive located at “Clifton Middle School” on Saturday, June 2nd 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. This blood drive will be held in the name of James Speranta and the Children’s Leukemia and Cancer Unit at the “City Of Hope.” - May 28, 2018 - James Speranta Foundation
Skatepark Non-Profit in Pequannock Sets Goal of $100,000 for Phase One of a Concrete Skatepark
Pequannock Skatepark Association, a non-profit 501C3, launched a fundraising campaign to raise $100,000 for a phase one of a concrete skatepark Designed by Pillar Design Studios. On February 27th, Pillar Design Studios presented the design for a concrete skatepark in Pequannock, NJ. Pillar Design... - May 26, 2018 - Pequannock Skatepark Association
CEC President-Elect, Mary Lynn Boscardin, to Give Presentation on Women & Leadership in Special Education as Part of the Ongoing Eluma Webinar Series
Mary Lynn Boscardin, the president-elect for the Council for Exceptional Children, and Kerry Weir, Ph.D. will partner to present a webinar entitled, "Insights from Women Leaders in Special Education" as part of the eLuma Webinar Series. This presentation will provide research and insights on female leadership in special education, as well as practical strategies for better meeting a wide array challenges. - May 24, 2018 - eLuma Online Therapy
Executive Education Academy Charter School Foundation to Host Golf Fundraiser at Iron Lakes
The Allentown charter school foundation will be raising money to support the school’s more than 1,200 students. - May 23, 2018 - Executive Education Academy Charter School
Executive Education Academy Charter School in Allentown Launches New Website
The brand new website for EEACS highlights the school’s varied programs, community impact, and enrollment process. - May 23, 2018 - Executive Education Academy Charter School
ClassLink Announces Strategic Partnership with Accelerate Learning to Deliver STEM Education Tools to Prek-12 School Districts
ClassLink, the leader in single sign-on, class rostering, and learning resource analytics, announced a joint partnership with Accelerate Learning. ClassLink is the preferred single sign-on provider for thousands of schools and districts around the world and counts among its partners some of the best and brightest companies in education technology, including the leader in K-12 STEM education, Accelerate Learning. - May 17, 2018 - ClassLink Technologies
ClassLink Named SIIA Education Technology CODiE Award Finalist in Five Categories Prominent Recognition Reinforces Company’s Leadership in Edtech
ClassLink, the leader in single sign-on, class rostering, and learning resource analytics has been named a finalist for the 2018 SIIA CODiE Awards. Finalists represent applications, products and services from developers of educational software, digital content, online learning services and related... - May 17, 2018 - ClassLink Technologies
Jeffrey Scott Cutter Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Jeffrey Scott Cutter of Warren, Michigan has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Jeffrey Scott Cutter Jeffrey Scott Cutter is the National... - May 15, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
Philpott Toyota to Select Its 14th Perfect Attendance Winner
The Philpott Perfect Attendance Car Giveaway will be held on Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at Nederland High School, 2108 N. 18th St., in Nederland, Texas. The live drawing will include all qualifying Nederland High students who have three or fewer absences, with the winner taking home a new 2018 Toyota Yaris 3-Door L Hatchback. - May 11, 2018 - Philpott Motors
PikMyKid and D-Prep Join Forces to Host School Safety Workshop
PikMyKid is the first and only comprehensive school safety platform of its kind on the market today. It has sparked a whole new conversation on the way school safety is handled. - May 10, 2018 - PikMyKid
Nicole E. Vick Honored as a VIP Member for 2018 by the Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Nicole E. Vick of Avon, Illinois has been honored as a VIP Member for 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. VIP Members exemplify tenacity. They realize that in order to reach... - May 09, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Calling All High School Athletes in San Diego County - Increase Your Chances for Scholarships to 70% and Avoid College Debt by Attending This Free Workshop
Announcing college sport scholarship recruiting event for high school student athletes Sat., May 26 at Del Mar Fairgrounds. A bonus event will be a casting call for high school athletes for a pilot reality show. - May 08, 2018 - College Coaches Connection
Shorecrest Junior Selected as St. Petersburg Goodwill Ambassador to Takamatsu, Japan
Shorecrest junior Olivia Olson is one of three St. Petersburg area students selected to be a Goodwill Ambassador to Takamatsu, Japan on behalf of the City of St. Pete. - May 05, 2018 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Principled Technologies Publishes Report Showing How Chromebooks Powered by the Intel Celeron Processor N3350 Can Affect Classroom Experiences
Through hands-on testing, Principled Technologies (PT) learned that the new Dell Chromebook 5190 with Intel Celeron processor N3350 was not only faster than a Dell Chromebook 11 with Intel Celeron processor N3060 in benchmark tests, it was more responsive on popular apps that kids use throughout their K-12 careers. - May 04, 2018 - Principled Technologies, Inc.
University of the Incarnate Word Partners with iGrad to Offer Financial Education to Large Non-Traditional Student Population
The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) is partnering with iGrad to offer a comprehensive and adaptive financial education platform to its largely non-traditional student population. iGrad, a private company based in San Diego, is a leading provider of interactive and adaptive online financial... - May 03, 2018 - iGrad
ESU Scholars Presents 2018 City of Memphis: Local College and University Forum, May 10th
All Memphis Local Colleges and Universities Admissions Directors Join Forces University of Memphis, Christian Brothers, Rhodes College, LeMoyne Owen College and Southwest Tennessee Community College - May 03, 2018 - ESU Scholars, Inc.
Schoolhouse Rock Meets Hip-Hop: Grammy Nominated Rap-Producer Rekindles the Legacy of Bob Dorough
Just as Bob Dorough passed away this week, his “I’m Just a Bill” received another few decades of life thanks to Multi-Platinum, Grammy Nominated Producer Kevin “Khao” Cates who has written a sequel to “I’m Just a Bill” in the catchy Hip-Hop style from... - May 01, 2018 - Kevin “Khao” Cates
TechRestore Announces New Advanced Care Service Solution for Technology Deployed in Education
TechRestore has just announced a new product for Education customers – TechRestore Advanced Care aka "TRAC." This is the first Advanced Care service solution designed to protect technology in the classroom. As an alternative to AppleCare Plus or other insurance coverage, the goal of... - April 26, 2018 - TechRestore
Lee Strobel Speaks at Plumstead Christian School’s Eighth Annual Founders Forum & at Plumstead Christian School's First-Ever Multi-School Assembly
Each year Plumstead Christian School invites a nationally known Christian whose faith informs the way he or she lives. The 2018 Founders Forum keynote speaker is a New York Times bestselling author, teaching pastor, college professor, and former award-winning editor of the Chicago Tribune. Plumstead Christian School (PCS) also hosted a multi-school assembly with nine other school groups from the region joining the PCS students for worship and to hear from Lee Strobel. - April 25, 2018 - Plumstead Christian School
Budding Filmmakers at The International School of Los Angeles Win Grand Prize in Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Video Contest
From more than 800 submissions, an entry from Ming-Wei Fasquelle ‘20 and Mwi Epalle ’20 at the International School of Los Angeles has won grand prize in the annual Speak Truth to Power Video Contest. - April 24, 2018 - International School of Los Angeles
Aris Energy Solutions Celebrates Its First Community Distributed Generation Project
On April 20, Aris Energy Solutions will celebrate Earth Day with a ribbon cutting ceremony on its new Community Distributed Generation system. This system, utilizing solar PV on its Mount Vernon rooftop, provides renewable energy to benefit citizens and businesses in Westchester County. The event will start at 10am and the address is 22 6th Ave., Mt. Vernon, NY. - April 20, 2018 - Aris Wind
Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County’s Garden, Outdoor Education and Play Area to Begin Project Execution
After a lot of planning, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County will finally be moving forward with the Community Garden located across the street from their Trenton Community Center. - April 19, 2018 - Boys & Girls Club of Mercer County
IndieGo Publishing Announces the Release of "Joy Bliss This: A Teacher’s Journey," by William Quigley
“Joy Bliss This: A Teacher’s Journey,” by William Quigley, published by IndieGo Publishing, is the story of the people and events that have impacted the author’s journey as a teacher. He shares his story with soul-baring honesty, his failures as well as his joys and successes. In doing so, he hopes to provide a better understanding of kids, teaching, and education at a time when communities are struggling to define what makes these great - kids, and the ways we nurture and educate them. - April 17, 2018 - INDIEGO Publishing
Plexus Introduces 2018 Summer Internship Program
The Plexus Groupe, an annual honoree as one of the "Best Places to Work in Insurance," is hiring three high-achieving college students this summer. - April 17, 2018 - The Plexus Groupe
Playworld Pictures' Young Adult Novel "Lost in Time" Inspires Youth to Learn About World History
Playworld Pictures, an award-winning feature film and television production company, will focus on young adult literature in 2018. CEO and Producer, William Garcia, a 30 year veteran of journalism, filmmaking, and television will bring his Suncoast Emmy award-winning talent to young adult fiction... - April 17, 2018 - Playworld Pictures
A New Elephant Hero is Born! Presented by World Castle Publishing
Adorable, sweet, and just lovable! Meet Thunder, A baby elephant, that is touching the hearts of viewers throughout the internet with a series of 30-second animation shorts. Thunder the elephant and his animal friends are sure to make a mark as they teach our children about the dangers these majestic creatures face every day. - April 16, 2018 - World Castle Publishing, LLC
Life’s Lessons Music Album by David Sample Donates 90% of Post Tax Sales to Gun Reform Efforts Stemming from Parkland, FL Shooting; Benefiting Orange Ribbons for Jaime
Life’s Lessons inspires us and entertains us as it calls us to a higher purpose. - April 16, 2018 - David Sample
ADA and Section 504 Compliance: Audiovisual Devices
Webinar will discuss that what legal obligations do schools have under the ADA and Section 504 to accommodate students with disabilities. - April 15, 2018 - Edupliance
Dallas Academy of Music & Performing Arts Hires New Artistic Director, Robyn Henderson Keller, to Launch Pre-Professional Ballet Program
Dallas Academy of Music and Performing Arts (DAMPA) Conservatory and Academics Program welcomes Robyn Henderson Keller as new artistic director. Keller, a Dallas native and former professional ballet dancer, will lead the new Pre-Professional Ballet Program, designed for ballet students who are... - April 13, 2018 - Dallas Academy of Music & Performing Arts
Silver Creek Industries Wins a First Place MBI Award of Distinction 2018
Silver Creek Industries (SCI) (silver-creek.net) was named first place winner of the permanent modular education over 10,000 sf category of the Modular Building Institute’s (MBI) 2018 Awards of Distinction for its KIPP Three-Story Charter School project. - April 12, 2018 - Silver Creek Industries, Inc.
SUU Professor and Microsoft Publishes Study on Girls in STEM
Even with a higher priority placed on STEM education in the US, only a fraction of girls are likely to pursue a STEM career. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, while more than 57 percent of college undergraduates are women, only 18 percent progress into STEM careers. With a clear gap, Microsoft and SUU professor, Dr. Shalini Kesar, set out to better understand what causes girls to lose interest in STEM subjects and careers. - April 12, 2018 - Southern Utah University
MyHuntPath – “Headhunting” Job Search Skills Now Available to All Job Seekers
SearchPath International announces the launch of MyHuntPath, the first Career Education Platform offering a self-directed technology solution that shares the techniques and methodologies of the executive recruiter with job seekers at every stage of their career path. MyHuntPath... - April 11, 2018 - SearchPath Global
CrossFlow Sponsored and Participated at HACK@CEWIT at Stony Brook University
The CrossFlow presentation by Dr. Yingchao “YZ” Zhang, titled “Sniffing the Network with CrossFlow,” showed students advanced traffic analysis. CrossFlow Software Inc., a leading provider of network application and business transaction performance management software... - April 10, 2018 - CrossFlow Software
Honor Student Taylor Barker Nominated for The Congress of Future Science and Technology Leaders in Boston, MA
Taylor Barker, a 9th at Legend High School of Parker, Colorado Nominated for the Congress of Future Science and Technology Leaders in Lowell, MA on June 29th - July 1st, 2018. The Congress is an honors-only program for high school students who are passionate about science, technology, engineering... - April 09, 2018 - Taylor Barker
Level Up Village is a Winner for The EdTech Digest Awards Program 2018
A pioneering provider of Global STEAM (STEM + arts) enrichment courses, Level Up Village (LUV), was selected as one of the winners for the EdTech Digest Awards Program in the 21st Century Skills category. The program recognizes people in and around education for outstanding contributions in... - April 05, 2018 - Level Up Village
Walter Finnigan, John Maxwell Team Speaker Trainer Coach of LEAF Advising Interviewed for Master Leadership Podcast
LEAF Advising is excited to be on the following leadership podcast www.masterleadership.org/podcast. This podcast has just been released and is available to listeners. The masterleadership.org/podcast focuses on leadership and is geared toward leaders in all realms. Walter Finnigan of LEAF... - April 04, 2018 - LEAF Advising
Anthony McCall Named Athletic Director at Shorecrest
After an extensive national search, Anthony E. McCall, Sr. has been selected as Shorecrest's next Athletic Director. McCall, who currently serves as Athletic Director at Montgomery Academy (Montgomery, AL), will begin his duties on July 1, 2018. According to Shorecrest Headmaster Mike Murphy,... - April 04, 2018 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
The New England Center for Children Celebrates Autism Awareness Month with Focus on Vocational Skills Development
Events Include Employer Appreciation Breakfast, Interactive Quiz, "Light It Up Blue" Event and Fundraiser Runs - April 02, 2018 - The New England Center for Children
Southern Utah University and Southwest Tech Launch Dual Enrollment Program
Through the Dual Enrollment Program, all registered students of Southern Utah University are admitted to Southwest Tech and entitled to enroll in certificate programs and all Southwest Tech students in certificate programs are admitted to SUU and entitled to enroll in classes for credit. - March 29, 2018 - Southern Utah University
Higher Ed Web Design Team at KDG and Fenwick High School Partner for Second Day of Giving
For the second year in a row, KDG’s higher ed web design team and Fenwick High School partnered on a highly successful day of giving campaign. - March 29, 2018 - The Kyle David Group, LLC
Best Education Websites to be Named by Web Marketing Association in 22nd Annual WebAward Competition
The best education Websites will be named as part of the 22nd annual international WebAward Competition for Web site development at www.webaward.org. The WebAwards is the standards-defining competition that sets benchmarks for 96 industries, including education, schools and university websites, based on the seven criteria of a successful web site. - March 27, 2018 - Web Marketing Association