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Two Boys Launch Entrepreneurial Start-Up, Then Invited to DJ Their High School Turnabout
Entrepreneurial drive comes naturally for two high school boys in Chicago who launched a start-up DJ business a year ago. One of them is a first-generation Mexican with a 4.0 GPA who takes honors Calculus and Physics. He is going to college to be a Doctor. The boys built their company from scratch, bought their own equipment, and have engagements every week. The business is cash-flow positive and the boys are saving their profits for college. - February 28, 2013 - Health Potion
Sage School Doubles in Size and Moves Onto Larger Campus
Suwanee-based school for children with dyslexia is seeing raising enrollments. - February 27, 2013 - Sage School
Tutor Doctor Minneapolis with Tips to Keep Your Student Flu Free
Tutor Doctor’s tutors are reminding parents with other ways to fight the flu. A common theme is to make certain children take a regular vitamin supplement and they also eat lots of the immune system-friendly foods. - February 27, 2013 - Tutor Doctor Minneapolis SW
Rev It Up Reading Joins America’s Promise Alliance and Its Grad Nation Campaign; Rev It Up Reading Supports the Call to Reduce the High School Dropout Rate and Improve
Rev It Up Reading today announced they have become a partner with America’s Promise Alliance (America’s Promise). They will work with them to help reduce the nation’s high school dropout rate and ensure that America’s children and youth have the resources they need to lead... - February 27, 2013 - Rev It Up Reading
CEE and Gen-Probe Host Bite of Science Dinner Event to Strengthen Science Teaching
Teachers will have the opportunity to hear Dr. Rohr and Dr. Woolf speak about cutting edge research areas, view a laboratory demonstration if possible, and find out how to connect the research to the high school classroom and laboratory. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions, network with peers, and interface with Dr. Rohr and Dr. Woolf r during the informal dinner. - February 27, 2013 - Center for Excellence in Education (CEE)
Professional SAT & ACT Tutor Makes Transition to Cincinnati
Brent Puthoff, MS has been welcomed to Cincinnati to continue to collaborate with A+ Tutoring/Test Preparation in his tutoring capacity for SAT and ACT test prep, along with helping in a wide range of science and math subjects. Mr Puthoff, having scored into the 99th percentile on his own ACT, has excelled at teaching students the essentials of the system that has helped Mr DiSavo, A+'s main tutor, get his own students into the 99th percentile on several occasions. - February 24, 2013 - A+ Tutoring Test Preparation
Performance Eyecare Now Accepting Submissions for Their “Build Your Dream” Scholarship
Students from Belleville East High School, Belleville West High School, Althoff Catholic High School, and O’Fallon High School are encouraged to submit an essay for a chance to earn the $1,500 scholarship. - February 24, 2013 - Performance Eyecare
Public Broadcasting Atlanta (PBA) is Set to Host a Community Expert Forum on Behalf of American Graduate: Let’s Make It Happen
This Drop-Out Prevention Initiative will provide parents, educators and students with indicators and solutions to increase the high school graduation rate. - February 24, 2013 - American Graduate Atlanta
The Center for Excellence in Education Sponsors Teacher Training Program
This opportunity brings together teachers with leading and cutting edge scientists and/or engineers over an informal dinner. Teachers will have the opportunity to interact with researchers from industry, academia, and government. - February 23, 2013 - Center for Excellence in Education (CEE)
Pixntell EDU Tailored for Schools with Education Accounts
Pixntell has released Pixntell EDU, a version of its photo story app that allows schools to purchase the full and pro versions for one low price without any in-app upgrades. Qualifying schools receive a 50% discount for purchases of 20 or more. - February 22, 2013 - Pixntell
National Grid and Green Education Foundation Kick Off The Green Energy Challenge T-Shirt Contest For K-5 Student in Massachusetts and Rhode Island
Winner Will Have the Opportunity to Throw Out the First Pitch at Fenway Park. - February 21, 2013 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
FIRST Robotics Team 3196 Going for 1st Place with Harlem Shake Video
Team 3196 (Ingersoll Rand / Nitro Manufacturing / Newell Rubbermaid / United Technologies / PTC / AeroDyn Wind Tunnel / EnergyUnited / Time Warner Cable/General Microcircuits & Pine Lake Preparatory), located in Mooresville, NC is a team of 39 high school students. The team was a Dean's List winner at the 2012 World Championships. In advance of this year's regional competitions, the team is competing for most views on their Harlem Shake video: http://youtu.be/xsn9ukKyULY. - February 21, 2013 - Pine Lake Preparatory SPORK
New University-Model School® in North Austin Makes Hiring Announcement
Trinity Preparatory Academy is now hiring highly qualified fine arts and grade level teaching faculty. - February 20, 2013 - Trinity Preparatory Academy
Magic Lice Removal Highlights There Are No Short-Cuts to Head Lice Removal
To get rid of lice, there are no short-cuts other than a quick shave of the head. Combing and time are crucial elements in proper removal. - February 13, 2013 - Magic Lice Removal
Lorikeet Learning Goes Live with Crowdfunder.com
Lorikeet Learning will start accepting followers on crowdfunder on Wednesday, February 13, 2013 at 9: AM EST. - February 12, 2013 - Lorikeet Learning
New School Finalizing Curriculum Adoption
Trinity Preparatory Academy makes Biblical worldview a priority. - February 12, 2013 - Trinity Preparatory Academy
Tutors with Computers, LLC Goes Social
Tutors with Computers, a Texas-based SES provider, launches its social media platform. - February 09, 2013 - Tutors with Computers
Norfolk Academy Welcomes Exchange Students from Beijing No. 101
On Sunday, January 27, a delegation from Beijing No. 101, one of China’s most prestigious high schools, arrived in Norfolk, Virginia. Fifteen students accompanied by two chaperones will spend two weeks with their hosts at Norfolk Academy. According to the school’s Headmaster, Mr. - February 07, 2013 - Norfolk Academy
Boston Public School Students Participate in National Green Week 2013
Students empowered to become champions for waste reduction and single stream recycling. - February 07, 2013 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Female Student Wins MATHCOUNTS® Manhattan 2013
Serina Hu named individual winner at MATHCOUNTS Manhattan 2013, Hunter College High School named best team. - February 06, 2013 - MATHCOUNTS Manhattan
High Focus Centers Donates Chase Wilson Education’s Anti-Bullying Curriculum to Northern New Jersey School District
Bogota School District will receive a copy of Chase Wilson Education’s ground-breaking bullying prevention program – “The Building Blocks of HIB: Bullying Redefined,” donated by High Focus Centers - February 06, 2013 - Chase Wilson Education
Toad Teaches Youth with Autism and ADD to Learn; Children and Teens Smile as They Learn and Frustrated Parents Breathe a Sigh of Relief
Children with ADD, ADHD, Gifted Students, and Autistic children now have a place to go for Academic Tutoring and Social Skills services. - February 05, 2013 - Academia Center 4 Tutoring
Marina del Rey Toyota Gives Back to the Venice High School Girls Basketball Team
General Manager Kevin Ray and Vice President Jamie Biston present $5,000 check to Coach Flores on January 25, 2013. - February 05, 2013 - Marina del Rey Toyota
University-Model Private School Bringing Jobs to Austin, Texas
While Texas public schools were recently forced to cut teaching positions and stall new hiring, a unique private school coming to Austin, Texas will hire new teachers and staff to deliver a style of schooling that has produced outstanding results across the nation. - February 04, 2013 - Trinity Preparatory Academy
St. Catherine’s Shows Off Music Programs During Catholic Schools Week
Catherine’s Academy joins Catholic schools in Orange County to celebrate Catholic Schools Week. Student musicians will participate in several concerts throughout the special week, including a guitar and band concert. - February 03, 2013 - St. Catherine’s Academy
Celebrate Today’s Educators During Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week 2013
Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week, May 6-10, 2013, is the perfect time to say thanks to your special school team. Positive Promotions offers hundreds of budget-friendly, top-quality recognition gifts that will elevate your celebration to a more notable level while leaving your teachers and staff feeling well appreciated for their dedication to educating others. - February 02, 2013 - Positive Promotions
KIT Provides Tips to Include Athletes with Disabilities
In response to a Department of Education mandate, Kids Included Together has created a list of 5 tips to help K12 athletic directors include youth with disabilities in sports programs: 1. Modify uniforms and equipment (for instance, a child/youth with sensory differences may need to wear a rash... - February 02, 2013 - Kids Included Together
The National Atheist Party Calls Proposed Arizona Graduation Oath an Attack on Constitutional Rights
Republican lawmakers in Arizona are proposing a bill that would require seniors to pledge an oath to God before being allowed to graduate high school. The National Atheist Party objects to this interpretation of the Constitution. - February 02, 2013 - Secular Party of America
Texas School Integrates Green Education Foundation’s (GEF) Green Building Unit in Core Science Curriculum
Xcel Energy Foundation Supports Sustainability Education in Texas with Grant to GEF - February 02, 2013 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Orange County Private School to Hold Kid-Friendly Civil War Re-Enactment
St. Catherine’s civil war re-enactment is unique due to its emphasis on children and education through living history. First, St. Catherine’s re-enacts a battle that involved children. The New Market Skirmish is about cadets from the Virginia Military Institute who fought alongside actual Civil War units. - February 02, 2013 - St. Catherine’s Academy
Money Raised at Pet Expo to Impact 2,500 Students
With the help of the World Pet Association and other pet-related businesses, the Pet Care Trust raised over $8000 for its Pets in the Classroom grant program. - February 01, 2013 - Pet Care Trust
College Offers Teachers Free Certification Vouchers for Microsoft Program
Community Business College is offering for the Microsoft Technology Associate exam vouchers and proctored exams free to teachers. - January 31, 2013 - Community Business College
Superior Grocers to Celebrate Store Re-Grand Opening and Fruits and Veggies Community Mural
Superior Grocers, one of Southern California’s largest independent supermarket chains, will celebrate the re-grand opening of its newly renovated store in Los Angeles on Saturday, February 9, 2013. In conjunction, there will be a special celebration to recognize the first community mural... - January 29, 2013 - Superior Grocers
The New 2013 Learning Environments Opens Today in Orlando
Administrators, educators, architects, designers and engineers in both K-12 and higher education will meet face-to-face today when the all-new 2013 Learning Environments conference and expo event kicks off at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. Learning Environments runs through... - January 29, 2013 - 1105 Media, Inc.
The National Ed-Tech Conference Kicks Off Today in Orlando
PK-12 Educators and administrators from across the country will have an opportunity to explore emergent technologies, cutting-edge programs and a highly innovative ed-tech marketplace when they convene today for FETC 2013 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. - January 28, 2013 - 1105 Media, Inc.
Green Education Foundation (GEF) Kicks Off National Green Week 2013
K-12 sustainability education and programming sponsored by Sprint. - January 27, 2013 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
School Bullying/Violence Prevention Conference Coming to CO
In response to the rise in school bullying and violence, Building Strong Families National Seminars is presenting in your area a powerful 3-hour research-based school bullying and violence prevention conference entitled the 'Standing Up To Bullying' Conference. - January 25, 2013 - Building Strong Families National Seminars
Hold the Universe in Your Hands with Hubble Star Cards
Hubble Star Cards, a new space game includes 60 cards showing planets, planetary nebulae, supernovae remnants, nebulae, star clusters, and galaxies. The award-winning game features the awesome imagery from NASA's Hubble Space Telescope and allows kids of all ages to hold the universe in their hands. - January 24, 2013 - TerraZoom
T.H.E. Journal Introduces New Magazine App
1105 Media Education Group previews its new T.H.E. Journal magazine app at their flagship K-12 event, FETC 2013, January 28-31 in Orlando, FL, allowing all conferences attendees to test drive a new interactive magazine-reading experience. The app delivers all the latest K-12 technology news, multimedia features, and interactive content of the digital magazine and is designed and formatted specifically for the Apple iPad®. - January 24, 2013 - 1105 Media, Inc.
Math Focused Learning Center Arrives in Stamford, CT
Mathnasium’s program is for students in Pre K through Twelfth Grade who may need to boost their math skills or need an extra challenge. In addition to math tutoring, homework help and test prep are available. Mathnasium’s approach is to determine what a student knows and does not know, then tailor a personalized and prescriptive learning program. - January 21, 2013 - Mathnasium of Stamford
Tutor Doctor Minneapolis with Tips to Improve Your Child's Reading
There are many techniques that students can use to improve reading and ease their nerves when reading in front of fellow students. Every student is different, which is why Tutor Doctor Minneapolis use a one-on-one, in-home method in our tutoring model, but these are a few tips and tricks to get students started on boosting their confidence in reading. - January 20, 2013 - Tutor Doctor Minneapolis SW
Spring Hill Middle School Students to Explore America’s Cultural Heritage Through Ethnic Dance Performances
8th grade students of Spring Hill Middle School (Wisconsin, Dells, WI) prepare to present a series of ethnic folk dances for the school’s Ethnic Dance and Achievement Awards Assembly (Fri, Feb 15, 2013, 1:15pm-3:15pm). - January 20, 2013 - Ethnic Dance Connection
Chaney Monge School Students to Present Ethnic Dance Program at School's Ethnic Dance Assembly and Multi-Cultural Fair
6th, 7th and 8th grade students of Chaney Monge School (Crest Hill, IL, near Joliet) prepare to present a series of ethnic folk dances for the school’s Ethnic Dance Assembly (Fri, Feb 22, 2013, 9:00am-10:30am) and for the school’s Multi-Cultural Fair (Sat, Feb 23, 2013, 10:00am-1:00pm). - January 20, 2013 - Ethnic Dance Connection
Center for Excellence in Education Presents “Innovate and Inspire: Professional Development with Einstein Fellows” Through CEE’s TEP Teacher Roundtable
Teacher Roundtables will be hosted by CEE for teachers in the Northern VA area to discuss critical science and laboratory education. These meetings will serve to share ideas among teachers, including resources and classroom pedagogy. Class size will be limited to 30 teachers. - January 19, 2013 - Center for Excellence in Education (CEE)
Yuri's Night Partners with We Want Our Future for Postcard Contest
In celebration of the 52nd anniversary of human spaceflight and Yuri Gagarin’s historic flight, Yuri’s Night and the We Want Our Future Initiative are pleased to announce their collaboration on a postcard contest for Yuri's Night 2013! We Want Our Future, a Yuri's Night partner, is a... - January 19, 2013 - Yuri's Night
$5,000 Scholarship Available to High School Juniors
Applications are now being taken for the 16th Annual Herbert Hoover Uncommon Student Award, a scholarship program for Iowa high school juniors. The postmark deadline is March 31, 2013. The 15 students chosen for the program receive a $1,000 stipend. In addition, three $5,000 scholarships are... - January 19, 2013 - Hoover Association
Quinn Heiser Wins Huron Valley Catholic School Geographic Bee
Student moves one step closer to $25,000 College Scholarship - January 19, 2013 - Huron Valley Catholic School
February Open House at Christian Leadership Academy
Christian Leadership Academy (CLA) in Troy, MI will be hosting an Open House on Thursday, February 7 2013 at 7 pm. - January 18, 2013 - Christian Leadership Academy
Jason Sugarman and Sugarman Family Trust Raise $2 Million for Fullerton Technology Foundation
The wine auction fundraising event will be held at the Fullerton Arboretum on June 1st, 2013. - January 17, 2013 - MKA Capital Group Advisors
Fall in Love with Willamena the Rescue Mouse This Valentine’s Day. New Children's Book Release by Max P. Productions
Willamena the Rescue Mouse is a new children's book released by Max P. Productions. It is a delightful story about an adorable feeder mouse who's only hope of survival is to win the heart of the person who is about to feed her to a snake. - January 17, 2013 - Max P. Productions