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Capita Conferences Announces Details on Its One Day National Conference School Funding Reform Friday 12th July, 2013 – Central London
The National School Funding Reform Conference provides you with a strategic overview and practical insight into the changes that are taking place regarding how schools are funded. - May 13, 2013 - Capita Conferences
Seattle Languages International Earns Continuing NWAC Accreditation
Director Andrea Di Gennaro announced today that Seattle Languages International earned continuing accreditation from the Northwest Accreditation Commission (NWAC), an accreditation division of AdvancED. This action was taken at the AdvancED Accreditation Commission meeting held in March 2013. - May 12, 2013 - Seattle Languages International
Twin Cities Public Television and Mackin Educational Resources Announce PBS KIDS GO! Writers Contest Winners
As part of its commitment to encouraging literacy among young people, Mackin Educational Resources proudly supports activities which engage students in reading and writing. One of these activities was the recent Twin Cities Public Television (tpt) PBS KIDS GO! Writers Contest. - May 11, 2013 - Mackin
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
Danforth Center Intern Receives Prestigious Fellowship
Danforth Center Announces Summer 2013 Internship Program Participants - May 09, 2013 - Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
Classof1 Publishes the May 2013 Issue of Their Monthly Newsletter
Classof1.com has launched the eighth edition of the Classof1 newsletter. The May 2013 issue which has been released just ahead of the college finals contains articles that are beneficial to college students, who are getting ready for the end of the college year. - May 09, 2013 - Classof1.com
Art Across the Spectrum Art Walk to Benefit C.A.R.E. Serving Our Local Children and Families Facing Autism
Join them for a celebration of artwork and photography created by exceptional children. Various mediums will be highlighted along Lakewood Ranch Main Street from 10am-2pm. Event is free and proceeds will benefit CARE, a not-for-profit, that provides a wide range of programs for children and their families facing Autism. - May 08, 2013 - Center for Autism Resources and Education
Jim Dodson Supports National Bike to School Day
The National Center for Safe Routes to School (SRTS), in partnership with the League of American Bicyclists’ (LAB), are asking for your participation in the 2nd annual National Bike to School Day. National Bike to School Day will be held on Wed., May 8, 2013, and was created to educate youth... - May 08, 2013 - Jim Dodson Law
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
Operation Kidsafe Child Safety Event in Redwood City CA
Join Operation Kidsafe, the Redwood City Police Department and Honda of Redwood City for a free and fun child safety weekend. - May 06, 2013 - Operation Kidsafe
An MIT Physics MOOC Five Years in the Making
Materials for the new MITx summer course Mechanics ReView have been refined during a half decade of development. - May 05, 2013 - MIT OpenCourseWare
Language Systems International Granted National Accreditation
Language Systems International (LSI) announced today that the avocational private language school has been granted national accreditation by ACCET. - May 04, 2013 - Language Systems International
The Worldwide Center of Mathematics, LLC, Completes the 6th Vol. of the Journal of Singularities
The Worldwide Center of Mathematics, LLC, is excited to announce the latest publication of its research journal, the Journal of Singularities, Vol. 6. The Journal of Singularities is a refereed, online-only, journal of research articles. The 6th volume consists of 14 articles and over 170 pages,... - May 04, 2013 - Worldwide Center of Mathematics
RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon Visits Wildwood Elementary School in Edgebrook Area of Chicago on May 15 for Educational Presentation
The RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon will pay a May 15 visit to Wildwood Elementary School, 6950 N. Hiawatha Ave., Chicago, 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 04, 2013 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Atlas Tracking Offers Free GPS Tracking Services to Schools
Atlas Tracking, one of the biggest GPS tracking solutions company in the US, is offering 3 months of free GPS tracking services to schools. The GPS tracking service will allow parents to track schools buses or students that are on school-related activities outside of the campus. Atlas Tracking... - May 04, 2013 - Atlas Tracking Solution
Nursing Students and New Graduate Nurses: CPTC Exam Review and Handbook for the Organ Procurement Coordinator Describes Highly Specialized Area of Nursing
Nursing students and new graduate nurses can learn more about becoming part of the transplant team. CPTC Exam Review and Handbook for the Organ Procurement Coordinator describes in detail the many facets of this position. - May 03, 2013 - Nurse Brooke CPTC LLC
Knowmedge Launches a Next-Generation Online ABIM® Question Bank
Knowmedge launches a new, innovative and interactive ABIM® exam prep question bank for Internists. - May 03, 2013 - Knowmedge
Ronald McDonald House Charities Northern Nevada® Awards 2013 Scholarships
Thirty-Seven RMHC® U.S. Scholarship Recipients to be Announced Friday, May 3, 2013 at Atlantis Casino Resort Spa. - May 03, 2013 - Ronald McDonald House Charities Northern Nevada
Students Inspired to Consider a Career in Engineering by the Smallpeice Trust
From 8th to 10th April, forty three students from the Bury St Edmunds area benefited from a unique hands-on learning experience hosted at Culford School. The three-day residential programme, led by national educational charity, The Smallpeice Trust and sponsored by the local William and Ellen... - May 03, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
Work Experience Energises Pupils Courtesy of the Smallpeice Trust
From 8th to 12th April, fifty students from schools across the country, enjoyed a unique work experience course at the National Grid Training Centre near Newark, Nottinghamshire. - May 03, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
Teenagers Take Part in Physics in Engineering Course with The Smallpeice Trust
From 9th to 11th April, forty nine students aged 14 and 15 gathered at Rugby School to attend a specially designed Physics in Engineering residential course. Sponsored by The Ferreras Willetts Family, The Ogden Trust, the Royal Commission for the Exhibition of 1851 and the University of Warwick,... - May 02, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
Students Explore Atrificial Intelligence with The Smallpeice Trust
From 10th to 13th April, forty-four promising students from across the UK benefited from a unique hands-on learning experience about artificial intelligence at the University of Exeter. - May 02, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
New Assessment Tool Promotes Entrepreneurial Skills
After three years of development, Eckerd College’s Leadership Development Institute (LDI) is pleased to announce the release of a new assessment instrument called the Entrepreneurial Dimensions Profile™ (EDP). Based on extensive research into the traits, motivations, and skills of... - May 01, 2013 - Eckerd College Leadership Development Institute (LD)
El Cajon College Announces First Graduating Class in New Medical Assistant Degree Program
Advanced Training Associates, a career training college in El Cajon, CA announced today the first graduating class in the school’s new degree program for professional medical assistants. - May 01, 2013 - Advanced Training Associates
Smallpeice Trust Nuclear Course a Resounding Success
From 3rd to 5th April, forty seven students from North Wales learned how to solve some of the challenges facing the nuclear industry. - May 01, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
95 Students Enjoy an Engineering experience with the Smallpeice Trust
From 8th to 10th April, ninety five 13 and 14 year olds from across the UK benefited from a unique hands-on engineering learning experience at the University of Liverpool. - May 01, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
Letting Go: Compelling Fictionalized Autobiography Raises Vital Funds & Awareness for Suicide Prevention
Based on her experiences as a suicide survivor, Carrie Lange’s "Letting Go" hopes to save lives by giving pause to someone who is contemplating suicide, if only long enough for them to reach out for the help they need. With all profits donated to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, Lange is working voraciously to give thousands the help and support they need to stay alive. - April 30, 2013 - Carrie Lange
Model Alyssa Miller and Jameel McClain, #53 Baltimore Ravens Super Bowl Champion XLVII Join STOMP Out Bullying™ as Global Ambassadors
STOMP Out Bullying™ is thrilled to announce its newest Global Ambassadors, Alyssa Miller and Jameel McClain. Both Alyssa and Jameel are determined to shed light on the important subject of Bullying and Cyberbullying and those affected by it. “We are delighted that both Alyssa and... - April 30, 2013 - Love Our Children USA
Biologix Solutions LLC Offers Dental Continuing Education for Dentists, Dental Hygienists, and Dental Assistants in All 50 States
Biologix Solutions LLC, an AGD PACE approved dental continuing education provider offers required and mandatory continuing education courses for dental professionals in all 50 states. - April 30, 2013 - Biologix Solutions LLC
For the First Time in India, CETPractice.com Launches an Exam-ECG for NEET 2013 and EAMCET 2013 Students
Exam ECG, an innovative online tool modelled after the ECG, helps students to rapidly identify their weaknesses, structure last minute preparation and improve their scores. Exam ECG could help students prevent up 10 -15% loss of marks in NEET, EAMCET and MT- CET, which could translate in to a better rank. A few days to a month before the NEET, EAMCET and MT-CET is a crucial time for students to simulate their exam performance and take corrective action - April 30, 2013 - CETPractice.com
Southampton Students Get Ahead with STEM with the Smallpeice Trust
From 20th to 22nd March, seventy students gathered at the University of Southampton, to attend a specially designed "Get Ahead with STEM" engineering experience residential course. In partnership with the University of Southampton, The Smallpeice Trust ran this free course to encourage 13... - April 28, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
Students Enjoy ECITB Engineering Experience Course with the Smallpeice Trust
From 2nd to 5th April, 96 promising students from across the UK benefitted from a unique learning experience at Harper Adams University College in Shropshire. Sponsored by the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) and delivered by educational charity The Smallpeice Trust, this... - April 28, 2013 - The Smallpeice Trust
Sylvia J. Cocca, Recently Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals recognizes Sylvia J. Cocca from Wynantskill, New York as the Professional of the Year 2013 for her accomplishments in the field of Higher Education Administration. About Sylvia J. Cocca Sylvia J. Cocca was born in Troy, New York. She attended... - April 27, 2013 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Not Your Parents’ Summer Camp
Colorado Academy offers summer camps for Legos, Art, Imagination & more. - April 26, 2013 - Colorado Academy Summer Programs
ILCEA Education Partners with Google and Cloudreach to Strengthen Its Global Network
ILCEA Education, a leading provider of educational programs, services and products to students and professional organizations in more than 50 countries around the globe; today announced a partnership with Google Enterprise and Cloudreach to strengthen its global network. ILCEA Education’s... - April 26, 2013 - ILCEA Education LLC
The UK Markets MBA for the Music Industry at Henley Business School Proves to be a Key Influencer in US Job Success
The UK market is known for its influence in music across the world so its no surprise that its world first MBA in the Music Industry also proves to be a real game changer and a positive effect on the US jobs market. - April 26, 2013 - Henley Business School
Howzer Releases Upgraded "Baking with Dorie!" for iPad, Featuring America's Culinary Guru Dorie Greenspan
Howzer’s new app, a one-on-one four-apps-in-one baking HD video course, hits the Apple App Store to bring greater personal and immersive experience in the kitchens of baking lovers. - April 25, 2013 - Howzer
ExamJet Quiz Maker 3.0 is Released
Igneon Software today released ExamJet Quiz Maker, a Windows desktop application that provides the best quiz management experience for teachers. - April 25, 2013 - Igneon Software
CEE Presents Dr. Terence Tao with the Joseph I. Lieberman Award for His Significant Contribution to Mathematics
The award, along with a $10,000 prize, acknowledges Dr. Tao’s significant contribution to mathematics and recognizes Senator Lieberman’s (CT) more than 17 years of support of the Center as a CEE Trustee. - April 25, 2013 - Center for Excellence in Education (CEE)
RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon Visits Rockford’s Johnson Elementary on April 26 for Educational Presentation
The RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon will pay an April 26 visit to the Maud E. Johnson Elementary School, 3805 Rural Road, Rockford, 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... - April 24, 2013 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
Achieve Beyond and ASAT Host Autism Conference in New York City
The Association for Science in Autism Treatment (ASAT) and Achieve Beyond are co-hosting an all day Autism conference in New York City. - April 24, 2013 - Achieve Beyond: Pediatric Therapy and Autism Services
Esteem Me Montessori & Creative Play to Open in Waverly Place
Innovative Montessori Preschool and Drop-Off Care Facility Comes to Cary - April 24, 2013 - Esteem Me Montessori & Creative Play
Jade Introduces My Rewards! for iPad
Jade introduces My Rewards 1.0, the positive reinforcement app to help parent motivate their children to perform their chores. - April 23, 2013 - Jade Development
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
New Films Feature Genoa, Nebraska U.S. Indian School
Nebraska Wesleyan University Professor Emeritus of History, Dr. Ronald Naugle joins award-winning filmmakers Kelly and Tammy Rundle of Fourth Wall Films for a special Humanities Nebraska screening of "Lost Nation: The Ioway 2&3" on April 24, 2013 at Nebraska Wesleyan University in Lincoln, Nebraska. - April 22, 2013 - Fourth Wall Films
Unitec Partners with Catch Software
Catch Software, a leading provider of test management software and services, today announced an agreement with Unitec Institute of Technology, an Auckland-based tertiary provider, to bring Enterprise Tester to their computing department. As the only tertiary provider in New Zealand with dedicated... - April 22, 2013 - Catch Software
California Counties Accepts/Approves Biologix Solutions Online Bloodborne Pathogen Training to Apply or Renew License to Practice Tattoo, and Piercing
California Counties Accepts/Approves Biologix Solutions LLC as a provider of online bloodborne pathogen and infection control training to apply or renew artists license for Tattooing, body art, and body piercing. - April 21, 2013 - Biologix Solutions LLC
Climate Controversy 2013 Book Release and Earth Day Find Common Ground
Four Seasons Books in Shepherdstown, WV hosted a book signing reception for the newly-released book, Climate Controversy 2013 on Sunday, April 14th. The essays of eight Jefferson County, WV student winners of the 2013 Common Ground Student Essay Competition are included in the publication. The... - April 19, 2013 - Books Motivate Foundation, Inc.
CEP Showcases Character Education at Business4Better Conference
Character Education Partnership (CEP) is participating in the inaugural Business4Better (B4B) Conference and Non-Profit Expo, May 1-2, in Anaheim, California. The two-day, non-commercial conference focuses on corporate social responsibility and forming partnerships between enterprise companies and non-profits. - April 19, 2013 - Character Education Partnership
Utopia Learnings Announces New Selling Skills Workshop in Bangalore
Utopia Learnings, Bangalore will conduct a two-day, powerful, action-packed New Selling Skills Workshop targeted at sales personnel who are seeking new selling skills to enhance their sales figures and achieve personal empowerment. The highlight of this interactive session is the usage of the Neuro Linguistic Programming or NLP techniques and more than 25 practical techniques and role plays to be learnt in two days. - April 19, 2013 - Utopia Learning