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Wikipedia-Style Nursing School Information Portal is Developed
A new website, Wikipedia style, has been developed specifically for the nursing student population. This is a resource website with information for prospective nursing school students. - April 08, 2012 - topnursingschoolprograms.com
Inside Out: An Experimental Artistic Process, Nine Artists Exhibit Together After a Six Month Experiment Documenting the Creative Processes That Went Into Each Work
Nine artists present a collection of work illustrating their journey in documenting the conceptual process involved in creating their art. The exhibition will include drawings, writings, sketches and even a few false starts, that ultimately resulted in this show of more than 60 mosaics. The exhibition will be held April 13-June 29, 2012, in the Gallery of Contemporary Mosaics, located at 1800-1806 W. Cuyler Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, 60613. - April 07, 2012 - The Chicago Mosaic School
Powered by Me Student Athletes Taught Money Managment Skills at Regional Conference
Student Athletes Taught Money Management Skills at Regional Conference - April 06, 2012 - Financial Fitness
GLOBAL EduMart 2012
GLOBAL EduMart 2012 will showcase the latest educational / professional courses for aspiring students according to market trend. - April 05, 2012 - GLOBAL EduMart 2012
Kat Kramer, Producer/Founder of "Kat Kramer’s Films That Change the World," Says "Bully" and "Teach Your Children Well" Documentary Films Call Attention to Tragic Results
Actress, singer, film producer and activist Kat Kramer, whose famed father film director Stanley Kramer was known for making socially conscious films, would make her Dad proud these days. In 2009, she founded a film series called “Kat Kramer’s Films That Change the World” under... - April 04, 2012 - Kat Kramer
Rising Disposable Income and Low Penetration to Boost the Indian Preschool Market, Finds Netscribes
Netscribes (India) Pvt. Ltd., launches a report on the Preschool Market in India 2012 as part of Netscribes’ Education Industry report series. - April 04, 2012 - Netscribes, Inc.
June-Yi Lee, Ph.D. Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
June-Yi Lee, Ph.D., of Honolulu, Hawaii, has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of education and research. About June-Yi Lee, Ph.D. Dr. Lee has had more than eight years of experience as an... - April 01, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Grauer School Robotics Team Qualifies for World Championship
The Grauer School Shockwave Robotics Team won a first place team trophy at the FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) Los Angeles Regional Championship Tournament - March 31, 2012 - The Grauer School
Lorikeet Learning LLC Reacts to the CDC Releasing New Numbers on the Rate of Autism
Lorikeet Learning, LLC is a solution based organization providing resources to educators and parents in an effort to reach the most challenging students. By providing; forums, a digital community, resources, products and expertise Lorikeet Learning, LLC aims to be the “go to brand” for teachers and parents who need help to reach their students and children with severe learning differences. - March 31, 2012 - Lorikeet Learning
Science Philanthropist, Jeffrey Epstein, Convenes a Conference of Nobel Laureates to Define Gravity
Twenty one of the world’s top physicists, including three Nobel Laureates, opened a symposium on St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands to debate the essence of gravity and a unified gravity theory. - March 29, 2012 - The Jeffrey Epstein Foundation
A Puritan’s Mind Launches “The Puritan Shop” for Reformed eBooks and Puritan Downloads
New Electronic eBook Shop Opens with Instant Downloading Capability for Reformed and Puritan Literature Bringing 17th Century Manuscripts Into the Modern Age - March 29, 2012 - A Puritan's Mind
South Leicestershire College Enhances Performance Management
South Leicestershire College is implementing Intuitive Dashboards to provide instant, real-time, graphical dashboard views of the College’s performance against their Key Performance Indicators. - March 29, 2012 - Intuitive Business Intelligence Limited
New Personal Trainer Certification Website Offers Ins and Outs of Becoming a Certified Personal Trainer
A new personal training certification website, http://personaltrainercertificate.com/, teaches people how to become a personal fitness trainer. The site offers information on becoming a certified, accredited personal trainer. - March 29, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Sanchez Elementary in Joliet to Receive RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon Visit on April 12
The RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon will visit Sator Sanchez Elementary School, 1101 Harrison Ave., Joliet, Ill., on April 12 when the balloon crew will present an interactive educational program developed and sponsored by the RE/MAX Northern Illinois real estate network. In the audience will be the 1,100... - March 29, 2012 - RE/MAX Northern Illinois
TFI Envision, Inc. Selected to Develop Graphics for The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk's Largest Fundraiser
TFI Envision, Inc. has been selected again (the 11th year) by the Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk to develop the graphics for their largest annual fundraising event “Cirque de la Mer.” This event supports the Maritime Aquarium’s Red Apple Fund for Students’ Enrichment, which... - March 28, 2012 - TFI Envision, Inc.
The All-American Preschool Hit Monkey Monkey Music is Now Airing on the American Forces Network
Monkey Monkey Music now airing on over 100 PBS member stations is proudly airing on The American Forces Network. A seven year old child who stars in the videos has a father who, ironically, was on civil deployment in Iraq when the videos were made. The American Forces Network considers Monkey Monkey Music a key element in quality programming for young children. - March 28, 2012 - Monkey Monkey Music
Chyten’s SAT Boot Camp to be Offered During Carolina Day’s Summer Program
Chyten is now offering an Summer SAT Boot Camp workshop during Summer Quest, Carolina Day School’s summer day camp. The course occurs during a special, two-week session and will prepare high school students for their fall SAT exams. The Chyten Summer SAT Boot Camp will take place from 10-1... - March 28, 2012 - Chyten Tutors & Test Prep
Northeastern University Undergraduate Business Program Ranked #27 in U.S. by Bloomberg Businessweek
#1 in internships for seventh consecutive year. - March 28, 2012 - D'Amore-McKim School of Business
New Life Coaching Certification Website Helps More People Attain Certified Life Coach Dreams
A brand-new website at http://lifecoachingcertificate.com/ offers details on becoming a certified life coach. The Spencer Institute for Life Coaching offers a wide range of coaching courses. - March 27, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Film Highlights Work of Graphic Novel Pioneer: Penn State University Libraries to Host World Premiere of 217 Films’ New Documentary on Lynd Ward
Penn State University Libraries will host the world premiere of 217 Films’ new documentary on Lynd Ward, the father of the American graphic novel and one of the most prolific book illustrators and printmakers in the history of American art. A preview of the film and other projects by 217 Films, the work of Maglaras and Terri Templeton, can be viewed at www.two17films.com/viewclips.php. - March 26, 2012 - 217 Films
Phoenix, Arizona Young Investors Wall Street Training Summer Camp 2012
Phoenix, Arizona kids and teens ages 8-19 are invited to attend a Future Investor Clubs of America financial education training camp being held at Arizona State University. - March 25, 2012 - Future Investor Clubs of America
Kentucky Accident Attorney Wins Top Lawyer Award
Louisville, Kentucky personal injury attorney Mike Schafer is named one of Louisville Magazine Top Lawyers. - March 23, 2012 - The Schafer Law Office
New Research Finds Potential for Science Learning in California Middle Schools Goes Untapped
California’s middle schools have the potential to provide students with high quality science education, but significant challenges limit opportunities for science learning, leaving that potential unfulfilled, according to new research released today by the Center for the Future of Teaching and Learning at Wested. - March 23, 2012 - Center for The Future of Teaching and Learning at WestEd
Leading Full-Time Home Private Tutoring Organisation, Tutors International, Report a Record Year in 2011
Global specialists in private tutoring, Tutors International reported 2010-2011 Full Year results, which showed growth of over 20%. - March 23, 2012 - Tutors International
Scuola Leonardo da Vinci Presents the New Starting Dates of La Dolce Vita Courses
La Dolce Vita Courses: courses conceived for adults offered by the Italian language School Leonardo da Vinci in Florence, Milan, Rome and Siena. - March 23, 2012 - Scuola Leonardo da Vinci
Total Education Solutions Opens State-of-the-Art Clinic in Ohio to Treat Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
New clinic expands and increases its services to children with special needs and their families. - March 23, 2012 - Total Education Solutions
NJCTS to Present Educator Workshop April 14 at Bergen Community College
Professional educator Ann L. Deutsch will give presentation on Tourette Syndrome and associated disorders - March 22, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
DAMN Digital Studio Releases the First Nick Versus Series to the Android Market
DAMN Digital Studio, an interactive agency based in Dumbo, Brooklyn, New York City’s Digital District, has released its first installment of The Nick Versus Series, an interactive children’s book, to the Android Market. - March 22, 2012 - DAMN Digital Studio, LLC.
San Diego Video Contest Set to Raise Money for Local High Schools and Promote Financial Literacy
In an effort to promote financial literacy, Money MindED, a San Diego-based financial education company, is running a video contest to get local high school students engaged in financial learning. - March 21, 2012 - Money MindEd
GEF Institute’s Virtual Tour Highlights Online Sustainability Courses and Certification
Sustainability education available online for professional development or academic credit. - March 21, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Nidhi Infotech Announced Job Oriented Oracle Training in Bangalore
Nidhi Infotech, an oracle training provider to corporate, colleges and individuals across Bangalore, has announced the launch of live, instructor-led Oracle Training Program. This new OracleTraining course compliments the extensive set of Oracle Database, Oracle 10 g Oracle 11g Training offered by Nidhi Infotech. - March 21, 2012 - Nidhi Infotech
Magical Concepts - A New iPhone and iPad App for Speech-Language Pathologists and Parents
Magical Concepts was created by a certified speech-language pathologist who wanted to make “drilling” with flashcards fun and motivating. This engaging, colorful app includes over 2000 photos accompanied by audio instructions. Children are welcomed by Mago the Magician, who encourages them to work hard. Children earn stars for each correct response, and when they accumulate enough stars, they are rewarded with a magic show. - March 20, 2012 - Virtual Speech Center Inc.
Unique Languages Appoints Medical English Consultant
Unique Languages are delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Christian Hewkins as Consultant to their Medical English course. "We needed a medical professional of considerable experience and knowledge to ensure that our Medical English course was completely up to date and to help us with... - March 20, 2012 - Unique Languages
Capita's 7th National Conference on Alternative Provision in Education - Tuesday 29th May 2012 - Manchester
The Government has confirmed its commitment to increasing the autonomy, accountability and diversity of alternative provision. New proposals set out by the Department for Education call for an overhaul of provision, including the introduction of alternative provision Free Schools and the conversion of the outstanding PRUs to Academy status in September 2012. - March 16, 2012 - Capita Conferences
ChildCareInfo.com is Calling All Trainers of Child Care Professionals
ChildCareInfo.com is creating a comprehensive Learning Center for all child care professionals. - March 15, 2012 - Minute Menu Systems, LLC
Green Tree Partnerships and La Salle University’s Annual Autism Conference Shares Best Practices for ASD Individuals
The focus on knowledge sharing has made Green Tree Partnerships and La Salle University’s joint venture a fruitful and prominent one. Once again, both institutions have teamed up to present the Sixth Annual Autism Conference--Building Bridges: Supportive Practices from Birth to Adulthood--on... - March 15, 2012 - Green Tree Partnerships
Social Medicine is Understanding Patients by Launching New Website
Social Medicine (Social-medicine.org), a newly launched health based social networking site, helps people suffering from a variety of health conditions, to globally connect, help and share information with others in similar situations, by focusing on bridging the gap of patient-to-patient communication, and patient-to-practitioner, with all the social networking features and functionality expected in today’s society. - March 14, 2012 - Social-medicine.org
Life Coaching Certification Site Offers Cutting-Edge Training Techniques for Growing Career Path
A new website, http://lifecoachingcertification.com/, dedicated to life coaching certification and training provides must-have skills for anyone interested in life coaching. The site helps people become certified life strategies coaches. - March 14, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Fresh New Look to the LumosTestPrep.com Website
Lumos Information Services announced the launch of an enhanced LumosTestPrep.com website today. The new website offers more content, easier navigation, educational videos and live support to students and parents. George Smith, children's book author and publisher, said, "I looked over the... - March 14, 2012 - Lumos Learning
San Carlos Chickens' Ball Still Running Strong at 73
The longest running PTA fundraiser is still going strong. “The Chickens Ball is a great community builder and a fun way for the entire community to support our local public schools,” said Sonya Sigler, Chairman of the San Carlos Chickens’ Ball. “One of the best things about the show is our multigenerational cast that really shows the kind of support San Carlos schools have from all of our citizens. This year, funds raised will go towards music, theatre and other performing arts.” - March 12, 2012 - San Carlos Chickens' Ball
Launching New Childhood Obesity Prevention Program
In an effort to reduce childhood obesity, Aetna Foundation has awarded a grant to the Health Institute for Preventive Care, Access, Research and Education (HIPCARE), a non-profit organization committed to improving health outcomes. On Sunday, March 18, 2012, 2-6pm the Health Institute will launch a program to Prevent and Reverse Obesity and Other-diseases via Families (PROOF) with a Free Health Expo at the Berean Outreach Ministry Center, located at 312 Hamilton E. Homes Dr., Atlanta, GA 30318 - March 11, 2012 - Health Institute for Preventive CARE
Indiana CPA Society Collaborates with IASeminars to Offer IFRS Training
The Indiana CPA Society, the only statewide professional association representing CPAs in Indiana, announces that it is collaborating with IASeminars, an independent global provider of training on International Financial Reporting Standards, to jointly offer a comprehensive range of IFRS-related... - March 08, 2012 - IASeminars Ltd
"Private Tutors Must Take Guidance from the Parents in Social and Moral Education," Says Tutors International
Tutors International report that only a truly bespoke private tuition placement service will ensure students and their families receive a professional live-in tutor that meets all their social, moral and academic education needs. - March 08, 2012 - Tutors International
The Chef’s Academy’s Chef Brandon Hamilton Releases Podcast on Culinary Industry
Culinary Institute’s Chef Instructor Discusses Industry and Qualities Graduates Need as Professional Chefs - March 08, 2012 - The Chef's Academy
Capita’s 9th National Conference on Improving Outcomes for Disabled Children and Their Families– Wednesday 30th May 2012, Central London
Capita releases details of its 9th National Conference on Improving Outcomes for Disabled Children and their Families – Wednesday 30th May 2012, Central London - March 08, 2012 - Capita Conferences
Art for Progress Announces Artists to be Shown at Fountain Art Fair
Art for Progress, Fountain Art Fair’s non-profit partner for NY Art Week, has announced the artists it will be presenting for both the Fair and the March 10th after party. Additionally, the organization will be showing work from the most promising student artists participating in its... - March 05, 2012 - Art For Progress
New Internationalist Magazine and ODTmaps.com Launch New Politically-Edgy eBook on Maps with Huge Viral Give-Away
Two organizations on opposite sides of the globe have collaborated to co-publish a new eBook designed to demystify maps, and help detect the hidden meanings behind them. How Maps Change Things: A Conversation About the Maps We Choose and the World We Want by Ward Kaiser is being released on March... - March 05, 2012 - ODT, Inc.
Survive the Drive Launching S.A.V.E.S. Campaign with Tracy Walton Benefit Concert
On April 4, 2012, 7:00 pm at Infinity Hall in Norfolk, CT, Master of Ceremonies, Dale Jones from WZBG radio and Musician Tracy Walton will kick off Survive the Drive S.A.V.E.S. Teens "Support Automotive Violence-Education Services" national campaign. - March 05, 2012 - Survive the Drive
Mobile Dictionary by EnglishEdge: Carry the World of Words in Your Pocket
EnglishEdge, the leader in technology-aided language learning, has launched its latest offering for mobile phone users- the Mobile Dictionary. This SMS-based service has been released pan India, through Airtel, Vodafone, Idea, BSNL, MTNL, Reliance, Tata Docomo and MTS. As the name suggests, the... - March 04, 2012 - Liqvid Services Pvt Ltd
Educational Consulting Firm EduSuccessStrategies Relocates to Belton, TX from Los Angeles, CA
Educational Consultant Holly Roehl, LEP moved her practice, EduSuccess Strategies, from Los Angeles, CA to Belton TX. - March 03, 2012 - EduSuccessStrategies