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Cedar Brooks’ Howard Slater Coaches Teens on Financial Literacy
Howard Slater, partner and principal of Cedar Brook Financial Group, and consummate volunteer devoted to teaching financial literacy to students, completed courses at two Cleveland schools. - May 16, 2016 - Cedar Brook Financial Partners LLC
SunGard K-12 Selects Capitalize Analytics as Their IBM Cognos Preferred Services Vendor
Alliance Integrates Cognos Analytics Expertise from Capitalize Analytics with Award-Winning, SunGard Administration Software for Schools. - May 13, 2016 - Capitalize Analytics
4-Time National a Cappella Champions Release Album at Yoshi’s
Vocal Rush Releases 5th Album Titled “11” at Yoshi’s in Oakland on June 6, 2016. - May 13, 2016 - Oakland School for the Arts
Montessori on the Lake Jogs for Free Wheelchair Mission
How young is too young to think globally? At Montessori on the Lake (MOTL), a preschool through grade 8 school, children are never too young. Every year since 2005 MOTL has held a jog-a-thon to raise money for a charitable organization. For the second time MOTL has selected to support Free... - May 12, 2016 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Islands Society Soliciting Lesson Plans from K-5 Teachers in Hawaii County
The Islands Society is now soliciting lesson plans from K-5 teachers in Hawaii County, Hawaii for its Pacific Islands in the Classroom program. Pacific Islands in the Classroom aims to provide a digital compendium of high-quality lesson plans and resources. Lesson plans created by local teachers... - May 12, 2016 - Islands Society
Hawaiian Prep School Student Lauded by Islands Society
Student named Local Emerging Leader for his efforts in science and technology regarding the creation of innovative solutions to automobile safety. - May 11, 2016 - Islands Society
Enthusiastic response to International Story Contest by Kids World Fun
Announcing the winners of the first biannual short story contest winners. - May 11, 2016 - Kids World Fun
Oakland Small Business Owner Starts Scholarship Program for Underserved High School Students
First Scholarships Being Presented on Thursday to 42 Students in Oakland Unified School District - May 10, 2016 - Craig Communications
Kids Prepare to Prevent Robot Armageddon
Plutonian Films releases new textbook, "Nanobots for Dinner," to teach kids to save the future by preparing for the Technological Singularity. - May 06, 2016 - Plutonian Films
Encinitas Resident and Grauer Student, Spencer Wirick, Places Second Archer in the Nation at OAS National Competition
On Saturday, April 30th, Grauer High School Junior Spencer Wirick placed second in the nation in his High School boys category. In the constellation of monolith schools with matriculation in the thousands at each location there sits one school with its smallness being the most important part of its... - May 06, 2016 - The Grauer School
Dave Burgess to Keynote CUE 2016 Fall Conference
Educators will Learn to Teach Like a PIRATE. - May 03, 2016 - CUE
NEOTD's K-12 Tech Symposium at Lorain County Community College – May 25th, 2016
Attendees to this Free event at LCCC will have the opportunity to interact with some of the latest technology, speak with manufacturers directly, and have access to live presentations on topics relevant to the K-12 ecosystem. - May 02, 2016 - SpaceBound Solutions
V5 Systems Wins Award for Best in Video Surveillance Hardware and Accessories in 2016 SIA New Product Showcase
V5 Systems, Inc. (“V5”) (www.v5systems.us), a leader in innovating wireless, on edge, intelligent security and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) computing solutions, confirms receipt of best new product in the category of Video Surveillance Hardware and Accessories by the Security... - May 02, 2016 - V5 Systems
Arab Thought Foundation Signs MoU with Diglossia to fund development of Arabic Beginning Reading Assessment
The MoU aims to promote literacy skills in young learners - May 01, 2016 - Diglossia LLC
Los Angeles Art-Based Non-Profit Joins with Events Company to Heal Kids Through Art at Free Arts’ Fun Day on June 4, 2016
Free Arts, an L.A.-based non-profit that uses the healing power of art to restore hope and self-esteem in children who have experienced abuse, neglect, poverty and homelessness, announces the annual Free Arts Fun Day 2016 on Saturday, June 4, 2015 from 11:30am-3pm at Santa Monica Bay Woman’s Club. - April 29, 2016 - Free Arts Los Angeles
Fusfoo Media Forms Partnership with AASA and NHSCA
New Fusfoo Media Partnership with the School Superintendents Association (AASA) and the National High School Coaches Association (NHSCA) - April 27, 2016 - Fusfoo Media
Document Management Software Company, API Appoints New Senior Account Executive
Advanced Processing & Imaging, also known as API, a workflow automation & document management solutions company announces Lynn Whidden has joined the team to further develop their growing portfolio of municipal accounts. Having spent the last 34 years with Local Government, Lynn Whidden comes with a wealth of experience within the industry. - April 23, 2016 - Advanced Processing & Imaging
Teacher's Home Perks Program Gives Up to $1,250 Back to the Classroom When a Teacher Buys or Sells a Home
When a teacher or administrator buys or sells a home with Tim Harstead at Kale Realty, up to $1,250 is donated back to the classroom of that teacher. - April 22, 2016 - Tim Harstead, Realtor with Kale Realty
"NovicEdge," the Newest Jobs Marketplace, to be Launched by Everest Consulting Asia
The job matching service that helps companies find the people they need, and helps people find the jobs they want. - April 21, 2016 - Everest Consulting Asia Limited
International Academy of Smyrna 2nd Annual Gala
Join IAS on Saturday, April 23rd for the 2nd Annual Spring Gala. This year's theme is Fairytales After Dark where attendees can enjoy a night out while raising funds for the school. - April 21, 2016 - International Academy of Smyrna
Third Street Music School Settlement Awards the New York Community Trust Harris Scholarship
Three $25,000 scholarships awarded to college-bound students graduating from NYC public high schools. - April 20, 2016 - Third Street Music School
Threat Management Experts Present Violence Prevention Strategies at NACCHO'S 2016 Preparedness Summit
Specialists from the Violence Prevention Agency (VPA), Dr. Tau Braun, executive director of the VPA, Captain Bob Martin, senior advisor at the VPA, and Alissa Parker, co-founder, Safe and Sound Schools, will present evidence-based violence prevention strategies at NACCHO’s 2016 Preparedness Summit, “Planning Today for Rebuilding Tomorrow: Resiliency & Recovery in the 21st Century,” taking place on April 19–22, in Dallas, Texas. - April 19, 2016 - Violence Prevention Agency
BedBug Chasers Now Killing Bed Bugs in Long Island NY
BedBug Chasers®, New York City’s #1 bed bug heat treatment is now servicing Nassau and Suffolk Counties with 2 Long Island locations – Massapequa and East Hampton NY. The BedBug Chasers® of Long Island NY service centers will be run by Michael Colongione, Managing Partner. Mr. - April 19, 2016 - BedBug Chasers
Body Parts - Basic (Middle and Asia) from Kidz Learn Applications
Kidz Learn Applications announces Body Parts - Basic (Middle and Asia). The educational app allows a child to learn parts of a body in 5 different languages. Body Parts helps young children learn about the different body parts , along with how to pronounce the word that accompanies the respective part. Body Parts utilizes not only imagery, but HD sound as well, to help children connect the body parts to the words. - April 15, 2016 - Kidz Learn Applications
Collaboration for Green Schools Earns “Space to Grow” National Award
Chicago Public Schools, City of Chicago, Healthy Schools Campaign, MWRD, and Openlands partnership earns honors. - April 15, 2016 - Conservation Design Forum
Mayor Kevin Faulconer Appoints David McCullough to San Diego’s Historic Resources Board
City of San Diego Strengthens Its Board to Preserve Historic Buildings and Neighborhoods - April 14, 2016 - McCullough Landscape Architecture, Inc.
"Kidz Learn Transportation and Kidz Learn Countries," an Educational Mobile Application for Kids from "Kidz Learn Applications"
"Kidz Learn Applications" announces the release of "Kidz Learn Transportation and Kidz Learn Countries." These are 2 separate mobile applications that have a mix of educational content to foster learning ability in kids. These applications are available for download in iOS, Android and Blackberry devices and can run in "Handheld" and "Tablet" devices. - April 14, 2016 - Kidz Learn Applications
Apple Montessori Schools Supports Hoboken Summer Events as Title Supporter
Apple Montessori Schools is proud to announce that they will be participating as title supporter in The City of Hoboken’s 2016 Outdoor Summer Events series. Hoboken developed these summer events to enrich the lives of residents and promote a sense of community, initiatives Apple Montessori... - April 13, 2016 - Apple Montessori Schools
Sand Springs Public Schools Choose Noah’s Park & Playgrounds’ Custom Design for Pratt Elementary School
Noah’s Park & Playgrounds will install a large, 5-12 age play structure, along with and an ADA wheelchair accessible Sway Fun® Glider at Pratt Elementary, in Sand Spring Oklahoma this Summer. - April 11, 2016 - Noah's Park & Playgrounds
Queen of SF Bay Area Radio Christie James to Host Pro Wrestling Fundraiser
Pro Wrestling Revolution is pleased to announce the Queen of Bay Area Radio Christie James will be the host of Reina de la Revolucion! Christie has been on the Bay Area airwaves since 2004 and can currently be heard daily as a host of the Chino and Christie in the Morning Show on 98.1 KISS FM. - April 08, 2016 - Pro Wrestling Revolution
FasTracKids Enrichment Center Opens in Texas
FasTracKids, a world leader in early childhood enrichment programs, opened a new center in the Southwest. The children and families in College Station Texas now have access to FasTracKids' world-renowned programs through their first Enrichment Center in College Station. Dr. Jennifer Hurd is the... - April 08, 2016 - FasTracKids International, Ltd.
Student with Autism Raises Money to Help Others
Paying it Forward for Autism Awareness Month - April 08, 2016 - Rock Brook School
Free Education & Enrichment Resource Fair: Los Angeles; Sunday 4/24/2016, Skirball Cultural Center
Looking for quality educational options and solutions for your children? Attend this free community event with Resources specializing in Learning Differences, Multilingual Education, Gifted and 2e, Educational Therapies, Tutoring and Test Prep, Online and Non-Traditional Education, as well as Enrichment opportunities in the Arts, Sports and Technology. - April 07, 2016 - Parents Education League of Los Angeles
Mayor Barry Chang to Inaugurate Leapstart After School’s 2nd Location in Cupertino
Leapstart After School, Voted Best Cupertino After School Program of 2015 Opens Doors of it’s Second Location to Local Families and Children. - April 07, 2016 - Leapstart After School
Mindprint Learning Launches Free Personalized Learning Toolbox
Mindprint Learning announced a free version of its personalized learning toolbox, enabling educators and parents to better target learning strategies and teacher-reviewed products for students based on each child’s individual strengths, needs and interests. Educators can now search thousands of resources by academic subject, cognitive skill, and interest in providing differentiated instruction at the click of a button. - April 07, 2016 - Mindprint Learning
Bloom and Adventure to Fitness Launch First-of-Its-Kind Fundraiser
Exclusive partnership provides schools an opportunity to raise money and earn wellness-based incentives from the nation’s leading educational fitness provider. - April 06, 2016 - Bloom
Nate Goodman, San Diego Teen, Speaks at Jewish Philanthropy Conference and Shares the Stage with Randi Zuckerberg, the Mayor of Jerusalem, and Other Notables
Nate Goodman, age 17, a resident of San Diego, CA shared the stage with Randi Zuckerberg and introduced her keynote address to a crowd of 450 international attendees. The Mayor of Jerusalem attended with his entourage as well as other notable community members and national authorities. The event was held at the Torrey Pines Hilton in the main ballroom during a luncheon on 4/5/16. There was considerable press coverage. - April 06, 2016 - Nate Goodman Enterprises
Apple, iPads, and Audio Recording: World Languages Publisher Solves Industry Challenge, Brings Audio Recording to iPads
Wayside Publishing, a leader in world languages textbook publishing, has released a new iOS app for enrolled users of its newly redesigned online learning management system, the Learning Site. “We have received rave reviews of our newly launched Learning Site, however, Apple’s decision... - April 06, 2016 - Wayside Publishing
Yuri’s Night Teams Up with Disney Junior's "Miles from Tomorrowland" to Inspire Young Kids' Interest in Human Spaceflight
Yuri’s Night has teamed up with Disney Junior's hit intergalactic animated TV series "Miles from Tomorrowland" to release a special at-home party kit of activities, recipes, and crafts for kids and their families in celebration of the 55th anniversary of Yuri Gagarin’s pioneering flight into space on April 12, 1961. - April 05, 2016 - Yuri's Night
Smarter Toddler® Begins Competitive Hiring Process for Teachers
Leading Childcare and Early Childhood Education Provider Smarter Toddler Nursery & Preschool® Selects NYC’s Top Tier Teachers for Elite Programs in New Financial District and Williamsburg Locations - April 05, 2016 - Smarter Toddler
Shorecrest Awarded New Active Learning Classroom by Steelcase Education
Shorecrest Preparatory School has been selected to receive the installation of an active learning classroom through the Active Learning Center (ALC) program, a grant initiative in its second year founded by Steelcase Education. This program empowers educators to implement active learning strategies... - April 02, 2016 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Noah’s Park & Playgrounds Designs Chosen for Two New Playgrounds at Lockhart ISD’s Newest School: Alma Brewer Strawn Elementary School
Noah’s Park & Playgrounds will be adding two custom playgrounds to the Alma Brewer Strawn Elementary School, Lockhart ISD’s newest elementary school still under construction. The Alma Brewer Strawn Elementary School is located in Dale, Texas, and is named after a former 5th grade teacher and longtime community education role model, Alma Brewer Strawn. - March 28, 2016 - Noah's Park & Playgrounds
Wixie - a Cool Tool Finalist for the 2016 EdTech Digest Awards
Tech4Learning’s Wixie, a cloud-based authoring tool for K12 students, is a finalist in the EdTech Digest Awards Program for 2016. - March 25, 2016 - Tech4Learning, Inc.
Talcott Mountain Academy Students Receive Awards at 2016 CT Science & Engineering Fair
Middle school students win special awards in mathematics, science and biotechnology. - March 23, 2016 - Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy
Best Education Websites to be Named by Web Marketing Association in 20th Annual WebAward Competition
The best education websites will be named as part of their 20th 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. The deadline for education websites to enter to be judged is May 31, 2016. - March 22, 2016 - Web Marketing Association
Shorecrest Adds an “A” to STEM with “Celebrate the Arts”
Weeklong Celebration of Art April 11-16 Features Teach-in with Local Artists, Student Performances, Salvador Dali Exhibit and More - March 18, 2016 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Nashua Catholic Female Wrestler Follows Path Paved by Coach
Nashua Catholic's first female wrestler coaches wrestling team and welcomes first female wrestler since she paved the way ten years earlier. - March 18, 2016 - Nashua Catholic Regional Junior High School
Islands Society Launches Pacific Islands in the Classroom Program
The Islands Society is pleased to announce the launch of an innovative program designed to increase student awareness about Pacific Islands while instilling in students a sense of community engagement and public service. Pacific Islands in the Classroom intends to promote knowledge-sharing among... - March 17, 2016 - Islands Society
The Greater Sanford Regional Chamber of Commerce Recognizes Greenwood Lakes Middle at Appreciation Breakfast Sponsored by Central Florida Regional Hospital
Together with Central Florida Regional Hospital, The Greater Sanford Regional Chamber of Commerce Will Host An Appreciation Breakfast for Greenwood Lakes Middle School. - March 17, 2016 - The Greater Sanford Regional Chamber of Commerce
La Sierra High School’s Robotics Team Conquers the Stronghold
La Sierra High School’s robotics team, FRC 2493 – Robokong along with 51 other high school teams from around the west met at North Arizona University in Flagstaff to take on the FIRST Robotics challenge: Stronghold. - March 16, 2016 - FRC 2493 - Robokong