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Lois F. Ihnen Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Lois F. Ihnen of Everly, Iowa has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Lois F. Ihnen Ms. Ihnen retired from teaching in May, 1998 after 38 years of education experience. She... - June 07, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Morgan Brown Awarded Teacher of the Year by the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce
Morgan Brown was recognized by the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce as The Grauer School’s Teacher of the Year. - June 07, 2013 - The Grauer School
Fifth Grade Student Designs Debit Card for GPISD Education Foundation
Student-designed artwork to be featured on Texas Trust Debit Card. - June 05, 2013 - Texas Trust Credit Union
Vision's Pilot Program is Expanding for Fall 2013
Visions In Education, one of Sacramento valley’s leading provider of Home schooling and Independent Study programs is proud to announce the expansion of their EDGE Online High School program. With increasing demand from interested students, this pilot program has been expanded to accept up to... - June 05, 2013 - Visions In Education K-12 Charter School
The Science Teachers Association of NYS Has Taken a Position on Students Who Fail to Meet the Laboratory Requirement and Their Inclusion in the Teacher's SLO Rating
The Science Teachers Association of New York State, Inc. (STANYS) has taken a position that students who fail to meet the laboratory requirement in science courses that have a Regents exam should not have their exam grade of zero factored into the teacher's final summative SLO rating. - June 03, 2013 - Science Teachers Association of New York State
One-Stop-Shopping for Specialty Summer Camps – from Ukeleles to Coding – Debuts Online
Overly-stressed parents will do a lot less “hopping around” to find varied and engaging activities for their kids this summer (and throughout the year) thanks to Camperoo (www.camperoo.com), an innovative new website where parents can find and register for specialty camps and a variety... - May 31, 2013 - Camperoo
Successful Tutoring Service Ace My Course to Launch Dallas Office June 1
Tutoring service Ace My Course, a company known for its work with impoverished children, is launching its in-home tutoring service in Dallas June 1. - May 31, 2013 - Ace My Course
Success for First Get.A.Voice Foundation Gala
Get.A.Voice aims to empower youth to end social cruelty in their schools. The Get.A.Voice program has been successfully implemented in local Long Island schools and the fundraiser this release refers to was held to help launch a national campaign for Get.A.Voice. - May 30, 2013 - Get.A.Voice
Area Student to Participate in Important Leadership Summit at Harvard University-Chavez Malik Luckett, an 8th Grade Student at Garrison School for Performing Arts Chosen
Chavez Malik Luckett, an 8th grade student at Garrison School for Performing Arts, will travel to participate in the People to People Leadership Ambassador's Summit: Leadership in Action at Harvard University Boston, MA on July 21-27, 2013, along with fellow select students from around the country. - May 29, 2013 - Chavez Malik Luckett
The Grauer School 2013 Graduates Receive Record Number of Scholarship Offers
The Grauer School announced that the 21-student graduating class of 2013 was offered $6.81 million in academic scholarships, a significant increase and new record. - May 29, 2013 - The Grauer School
Doreen Spicer-Dannelly and Spicerack Productions Inc. Scheduled to Film “Playground Politix” in Efforts to Promote and End Gender Bullying
On June 1st, 2013 the Old San Juan Restaurant in Atwater Village, located at 2830 Fletcher Drive Los Angeles, CA 90039, will serve as a fundraising hub for the upcoming film “Playground Politix”. In efforts to fund a musically driven short film about all-American girls and boys battling... - May 28, 2013 - Spicerack Productions, Inc.
Anahuacalmecac International Preparatory High School of North America in Los Angeles Announces Participation in the United Nations Forum on Indigenous Issues
Indigenous Student Leaders and Faculty from Anahuacalmecac International University Preparatory High School of North America Participated in the 12th Session of the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues of the United Nations on Tuesday, May 21 in New York. - May 23, 2013 - Semillas Sociedad Civil
Visions In Education Announces Their 2013 Student Writing Contest Winners
Visions In Education Charter School (Visions) is pleased to announce the winners of their 2013 student writing contest. The winning students were honored at Visions' professional development meeting on May 20, 2013, in Carmichael, California. - May 23, 2013 - Visions In Education K-12 Charter School
STOMP Out Bullying™ Joins America’s Promise Alliance and Its Grad Nation Campaign
At Home, in School and in our Communities STOMP Out Bullying Supports the Call to Reduce the High School Dropout Rate and Improve the lives of America’s Young People. - May 20, 2013 - Love Our Children USA
Meet Mayor Hazel McCallion at SimplySmart's Summer Fair 2013
Come for a fun filled afternoon at SimplySmart & participate as well. Release 90 white doves in the presence of Mayor Hazel McCallion to honor her years of service to Mississauga - June 22, 2013. - May 20, 2013 - SimplySmart child care centre Inc.
Tech4Learning Releases Pixie App for Android Tablets
Tech4Learning’s Pixie is now available for Android tablets through the Google Play store. Pixie is a creative app elementary-age children can use to combine text, original artwork, voice narration and images to communicate knowledge and ideas. - May 19, 2013 - Tech4Learning, Inc.
Gifted Foundation Helps Atlanta Students Acquire $2.2 Million in College Scholarships
Students enrolled in the Gifted Education Foundation’s College Access Program received $2.2 million in scholarships and subsidized funding. - May 18, 2013 - The Gifted Education Foundation
Young Peoples Workshops Offers Unique Spin on Summer Camp
Youth organization in Austin, Texas lends unique summer camp experience, with customizable camp options and a full immersion Spanish Day Camp. - May 18, 2013 - Young Peoples Workshops
Price Chopper Announces 2nd Year in a Row High School Lacrosse Sponsorship Initiative to Assist High School Athletics in Section III (Syracuse)
Regional grocer, Price Chopper supports high school athletics in Central New York State. - May 17, 2013 - School Sports Media
Teeth Defense – Orbaby’s Upcoming App Fuses Math Learning, Tower Defense and Dental Health
More meaningful than zombies and birds - May 17, 2013 - Orbaby
RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon Visits Timber Trails Elementary School In Hoffman Estates on May 20 for Educational Presentation
The RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon will pay a May 20 visit to Timber Trails Elementary School, 1675 McDonough Road, Hoffman Estates, Ill., where the balloon crew will present an interactive educational program developed and sponsored by the RE/MAX real estate network in northern Illinois. The RE/MAX... - May 16, 2013 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Night of Promise Debuts New School in Pleasant Hill, Iowa
Quakerdale, a statewide family services organization in Iowa debuts Promise Academy Pleasant Hill, a new school for students grades 6-12 in Pleasant Hill, Iowa. The public is encouraged to check out the school at A Night of Promise! - May 15, 2013 - Quakerdale
Jewish Day School of Seattle Names Mike Downs Interim Head of School
Mike Downs has been named Interim Head of School at Seattle's Jewish Day School for the 2013-2014 school year. He comes to Seattle from Mounds Park Academy in St. Paul, MN and replaces current Head of School and one of the school's founders, Maria Erlitz, who leaves JDS to return to educational consulting. - May 12, 2013 - Jewish Day School of Metropolitan Seattle
Summer Camps Prove Age Does Not Matter in Starting a Business or Becoming a Leader of Industry
Global Business Development Center presents two unique summer program solutions to build successful futures. From June 10 to August 16, children ages 9-14 can participate in the Kid-Preneur program, taking place at the Boynton Beach Women’s Club. In addition, budding entrepreneurs ages 16-21... - May 10, 2013 - Rainbow Marketing Inc Dba Global Business Development Center
WeeCare Occupational Therapy Announces Summer Camp Series in Hoboken
WeeCare OT in Hoboken announces summer programs for children and referral program for parents to earn a discounted rate. Classes include a handwriting camp, social skills camp, structured play group, parent workshop and an organizational workshop. Classes are offered during the week and during evenings and weekends to maximize children's availability during the summer. - May 09, 2013 - WeeCare Occupational Therapy
Where Do You Celestron®? Spotlights Your Memorable Moments for New Campaign
Celestron unveils its inspirational interactive campaign, sourced from your stories about using Celestron telescopes, sport optics, and microscopes. - May 07, 2013 - Celestron
Homestay Matchmakers - Finding Your Host Family in France
Sending a child abroad to live with an unknown family is a daunting prospect. Read Nacel's latest blog article that explains the process and care taken to screen, select and match families with participants going to a Homestay in France. - May 04, 2013 - Nacel International
Long Island School Administrators from Dozens of Districts Attend School Safety Forum
More than 150 Nassau and Suffolk school administrators and executives from K-12 schools, school districts and institutions of higher education, members of the law enforcement community and government representatives gathered at The Long Island School Safety Forum – Protecting Our Schools with... - May 04, 2013 - A+ Technology and Security
The Grauer School Offers Educational Summer Classes and Camps
The Grauer School, located at 1500 S. El Camino Real in Encinitas, is offering a diverse, accredited summer school curriculum for students who are looking to retake a class or accelerate their studies. - May 02, 2013 - The Grauer School
RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon Visits Aurora Christian School on May 14 for Educational Presentation
The RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon will pay a May 14 visit to Aurora Christian School, 2255 Sullivan Road, Aurora, Ill., where the balloon crew will present an interactive educational program developed and sponsored by the RE/MAX real estate network in northern Illinois. The RE/MAX balloon has become a... - May 02, 2013 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Sylvan Dell Publishing Celebrates Children’s Book Week
It’s all about reading! For Children’s Book Week Sylvan Dell Publishing and their authors are delighted to share the love of a good book with children. Not only will several authors be participating in events at bookstores, libraries and schools in their communities, but the publisher... - May 02, 2013 - Arbordale Publishing
South Plainfield School District Jeans Day Raises More Than $700 for NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome
April 5 event was a collboration between teacher Mary Ann Miehe and eighth-grade TS advocate Tommy Licato, who also held a district-wide “Dare To Be Different” Day on April 10. - April 27, 2013 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Belkin Tablet Stand with Storage Named a "Cool Tool" Finalist in EdTech Digest Awards Program
Awards Recognize Outstanding Solutions in Education and Technology - April 27, 2013 - Belkin
Belkin Introduces New Mobile Device Management System for K-12 Education
Store and Charge Station Keeps Tablets, Laptops and eReaders Organized, Available, and Fully Charged for Less Hassle and More Learning in the Classroom - April 27, 2013 - Belkin
Drug-Free South Travels 600 Miles for Drug Education in Tennessee
The Foundation for a Drug-Free South has, in just one month, traveled 600 miles to visit students across Tennessee and deliver information on the Truth About Drugs. - April 26, 2013 - Drug Free South
Beverly Stewart, M.Ed Named to State Advisory Committee
Beverly Stewart, M.Ed, Director of Back to Basics Learning Dynamics, was recently named to the Delaware Lieutenant Governor’s Small Business Advisory Committee. - April 26, 2013 - McNeill Designs for Brighter Minds
Message in New Anti-Bullying Children’s Book May be a Little Controversial
In her newest children's book, author P.B. Jeffrey asserts that bullied children need to take ownership of their own lives and demand respect, an idea that some people may reject. - April 24, 2013 - Belizario Jeffrey Communications Co.
Welcome to The Kingdom of Should: A Special Story for Children on the Autism Spectrum and Their Parents
The Kingdom of Should is an audio story with a therapeutically designed musical soundtrack and several kid-friendly songs for and about children on the autism spectrum. The story shows that one's apparent limitations can be turned into strengths. It also addresses issues like bullying and gluten-free diet as it relates to autism spectrum behaviors. The Kingdom of Should was created by a schoolteacher, a developmental music therapist and a behavioral optometrist. - April 24, 2013 - Land of Can LLC
CEE Features RSI 2012 Intel Science Talent Search Awardees Sara Volz and Jonah Kallenbach at Its Congressional Luncheon
CEE Welcomes Senators Nelson (FL) and Cochran (MS) and Congressmen Green (TX), Honda (CA), Hultgren (IL), Rokita (IN), Van Hollen (MD) and Celebrates the Center’s Programs. - April 23, 2013 - Center for Excellence in Education (CEE)
Superior Grocers Partners with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services to Promote Healthy Living and Launch CalFresh Awareness Month
Superior Grocers, one of the largest independent supermarket chains in Southern California, is partnering with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services to promote healthy living and connect the community with CalFresh and nutrition education resources and programs by sponsoring... - April 22, 2013 - Superior Grocers
How to Draw 5.0. Three-Purpose Educational App That Teaches How to Draw on a Whole New Level
ArtelPlus today announces How to Draw 5.0, an update to their easy to follow instructional app featuring more than 150 different drawing instructions and a coloring book. The app is for users who'd like to learn to draw in an easy and effective way. With more than two and a half million downloads, the app provides drawing lessons for kids and their parents and teaches to draw in various styles and techniques. High quality pictures and drawing tools aid users in mastering the art of drawing. - April 22, 2013 - ArtelPlus
Garden Party is Blooming Fun for Fundamental Learning Center
Fundamental Learning Center is having the party of the year at Wichita. Held at Botanica on May 10th from 6-10:30pm, this party will not only be fun but be huge help to those struggling with dyslexia. - April 20, 2013 - Fundamental Learning Center
Children Helping Children
Children throughout the Baltimore area will help children with life-threatening illnesses sleep more soundly. Children from Baltimore area Goddard Schools held a pajama drive through April 19th for the Casey Cares Foundation, a charity that provides uplifting and ongoing programs with a special touch to critically ill children. Children from 14 schools will be collecting new pajamas to give to seriously ill children for the charity’s Kami’s Jammies program. - April 20, 2013 - Casey Cares Foundation
South Fork High Alumni Association to Launch Website Through Strategic eMarketing
South Fork High Alumni Association will use its future website to better organize and facilitate fundraisers and keeping former graduates of South Fork High School in touch with the community. - April 20, 2013 - Strategic eMarketing
Trek For Autism Event Featuring Original Cast Members to Benefit AchieveKids Schools
“Captain Pike Found Alive with Spock’s Wife in Cupertino, CA.” - April 18, 2013 - Bluelight Cinemas
Summer Learning Program to Release Pre-Kindergarden Workbook
ThinkStretch Summer Learning Program has released a Pre-K: Heading to Kindergarten summer workbook to help parents prepare their children for school. The workbook is available now. - April 17, 2013 - Think Stretch
Northern Virginia Tutoring Service Addresses the Middle School Algebra Dilemma
Northern Virginia Tutoring Service announces an Algebra I summer seminar for rising 7th, 8th, and 9th grade students who struggle with the question: am I prepared to take Algebra this fall? - April 14, 2013 - Northern Virginia Tutoring Service, LLC
BratBliss Launches Website for Summer Camp Planning
Planning kid's summer camps and activities can be a very stressful activity for parents. Bratbliss addresses this problem by providing an easy to use site that allows parents to plan their kid's summer activities and camps with their facebook friends. - April 14, 2013 - Bratbliss, Inc.
Custom College Visits Announces Partnership with Frosch Travel
Custom College Visits, a company that offers tailor-made campus tour itineraries for college-bound students and their families, today announced that it has entered into a partnership with Frosch Travel (FROSCH), one of the leading travel management companies in the U.S. This new partnership will... - April 12, 2013 - Custom College Visits
School District of DeSoto County Selects JDL Technologies for $401,600 Network Update
DeSoto County School District has selected JDL Technologies to update its network as part of the E-Rate 16 initiative for the funding year July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014. JDL also provides network services for the School Board of Broward County and Miami-Dade County Public Schools in addition to The King’s Academy and other private schools in Florida. - April 12, 2013 - JDL Technologies