Education News
Expand your horizons with news about education from pre-K through high school, college, university, post-grad, online and career and technical training. News includes apps, technology, trends, public policy and research shaping the ongoing education debate.
Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Its Fourth Training Conference for Defective Drywall
The Building Envelope Science Institute (BESI) is presenting the inspection and remediation protocols developed specifically for defective "corrosive" drywall. The training seminar is taking place at the Embassy Suites Hotel located in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. - February 24, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
NuU Medspa Lend a Shoulder to Chicago Organization, Big Shoulders Fund
NuU Medspa respond to Big Shoulders Fund, a local Chicago organization, by donating to make a difference in inner-city children’s lives. Big Shoulder Fund raises money for scholarships for children and also participates as mentors and volunteers to help further educate children. To celebrate... - February 24, 2010 - NuU Unlimited
Comet Selected as an Approved Supplier for Government Home Access Scheme
Leading electrical retailer Comet has been selected as an approved supplier for the Government’s Home Access programme. Managed by Becta, Home Access is a Government scheme which will provide eligible low income families with computer and internet access. The aim of the scheme is to allow children to boost their education and life skills and provide benefits for the whole family. - February 24, 2010 - Comet Group PLC
Trillium Charter School Now Accepting Applications
Trillium Charter School in Hunterdon County, NJ is now accepting applications for students in NJ. Sending districts are Flemington/Raritan, Delaware East Amwell. However, all students in NJ are welcome to apply. Information on applying will be available at an information night which is open to the public. It will be held on March 2 at the Hunterdon County Library Headquarters. - February 24, 2010 - Trillium Charter School
Trinity Academy of Raleigh Hosts Night of the Arts
Dr. Robert Littlejohn, head of school at Trinity Academy of Raleigh (www.trinityacademy.com), a pre-K through 12 college preparatory school community located in North Raleigh, has announced that the school will host a Night of the Arts (NoTA) on Thursday, March 4 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Church of... - February 24, 2010 - Trinity Academy of Raleigh
Reading Horizons Charitable Vocabulary Game Provides Dyslexic Child with Reading Program
Reading Horizons is awarding a free reading program to Adam of Indiana, its latest spotlight for the Lemons for Literacy donation program. Adam is an 8 year old boy from Indiana who has struggled with reading due to his dyslexia. He was held back in first grade and is now in second grade... - February 24, 2010 - Reading Horizons
Cass Business School Professor Scoops Lloyds List Greek Shipping Award
Cass Business School Professor Costas Grammenos, founder of The Costas Grammenos Centre for Shipping, Trade and Finance at Cass, London, has been recognised by the annual Lloyd’s List Greek Shipping Awards for his services to shipping education. Launched in 2004, the Greek Shipping Awards... - February 24, 2010 - Cass Business School
Boots on the Roof Announces Master Certificate in Renewable Energy
Boots on the Roof, the nationwide leader in renewable energy training, is now offering a Master Certificate in Renewable Energy program. - February 21, 2010 - Boots On The Roof
Beautiful Models Help ESL Students to Understand English Better, Claims Principal of Toronto English School Chelsea Language Academy
Although the typical supermodel is not a big believer in formal education, they are actually good English teachers for ESL students, proclaims Robbie McMullan, principal of Chelsea Language Academy in Toronto, Canada. - February 20, 2010 - Chelsea Language Academy
Care2Learn and Envision Partner to Produce Innovative Video Courses for Nurses
Care2Learn, Inc., the leader in online continuing education and training for post-acute healthcare providers, has teamed up with Envision Inc., an award-winning healthcare training video provider, to create an exciting new partner site that blends the best of both worlds. - February 20, 2010 - Care2Learn.com
Reading Rockets Ready for Takeoff in the Gateway to 21st Century Skills
The 13th annual NEA Read across America will get special support this year by teaming up JES & Co.’s Gateway to 21st Century Skills’ editorial staff and Reading Rockets, a non-profit content provider. - February 19, 2010 - JES & Co.
UNICEF Macedonia Partners with Seward Incorporated and MIDEC to Conduct an Inclusive Education Study
The Minnesota International Development Education Consortium, Seward Incorporated, and UNICEF Macedonia study will review the inclusiveness of education in Macedonia, along with challenges and possible solutions for its improvement. - February 19, 2010 - Seward Incorporated
Geosemble Selected for Phase II DHS Program
Geosemble Technologies, Inc., announced today that it has been selected to support a Phase II program from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to gather, integrate and display knowledge from geospatial data that will help support the mission of DHS. As part of a DHS program at the University... - February 18, 2010 - Geosemble Technologies
The Book "Artificial Intelligence Around Us," Written by President of Consulting Company "Clever Ace "
Artificial Intelligence is already here, according to Artificial Intelligence Around Us (ISBN 978-1-58909-666-4), an intriguing and insightful new book just released by Bookstand Publishing. "Artificial intelligence is already upon us," says author and researcher Dr. Yuri Iserlis. - February 18, 2010 - Clever Ace
Toronto English School Chelsea Language Academy Announces New Online Store for ESL Students and English Teachers at cafepress.ca/Languagini_Shop
Chelsea opens eCommerce shop selling funny products to English Teachers and ESL students. Featured products include high quality bags and T-Shirts with funny sayings relevant to the ESL / EFL market. - February 18, 2010 - Chelsea Language Academy
How Improving Speech Can Change Lives with SpeechSchool.TV
The way you speak is one of the most personal things about you. It impacts on your success in professional and social settings, from job interviews to meeting new people. In a competitive employment market, those with the ability to speak clearly and with conviction have the edge. A new programme, based at the e-centre at Massey University, claims it can help to neutralise foreign accents, improve speech clarity and reduce speech problems such as mumbling and stuttering. - February 18, 2010 - SpeechSchool.TV
QA Graphics Calls for Entries in Their Initiative to Showcase Schools’ Green Efforts
QA Graphics is calling for entries from schools nationwide, asking them to share what steps have been taken to green their school. The contest will award two schools with an Energy Efficiency Education Dashboard to showcase the schools’ green initiatives. - February 18, 2010 - QA Graphics
Scuola Leonardo da Vinci Presents the "Italian Plus Art & Design" Courses in Milan
“Italian plus Art & Design Courses” in Milan, conceived by Scuola Leonardo da Vinci in order to give students the chance to learn Italian language and deepen their art studies. - February 18, 2010 - Scuola Leonardo da Vinci
Importance of Financial Education
Educational portal – Study Institute – has opened a new section dedicated to Financial Education. Study Institute is ready to help you to stay afloat and keep track of your own finances and get more information about education in the finance field. Financial education is extremely... - February 18, 2010 - Study Institute
Building Envelope Science Institute Holds Training Conference for Defective Drywall in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
The “BESI System” offers the most comprehensive remediation; the protocol was developed based on proven science and considers the following major factors: corrosion, cross-contamination of other building materials, personal belongings, IAQ monitoring program, and a proposed national warranty (not an insurance policy). - February 17, 2010 - Building Envelope Science Institute
RedVector Honors National Engineers Week with Engineers Without Borders Campaign
RedVector, the leader in online continuing education for design and construction professionals, and Engineers Without Borders USA (www.ewb-usa.org), a philanthropic organization that supports community-driven development programs worldwide through the design and implementation of sustainable engineering projects, have partnered to highlight the engineering profession in honor of National Engineers Week (February 14 – 20). - February 17, 2010 - RedVector
Calling Secondary School Students for Antigua Drama Mission - Toronto Montessori Prep School Organizes Academic Christian Mission Trip
Cornerstone Montessori Prep School, a private Christian school, is collaborating with CCSET International Academy in Antigua for "Antigua Drama Mission - Summer 2010." The school is requesting high school students to register for this summer mission in which they can earn credits for Grades 9, 10 and 11. - February 17, 2010 - Cornerstone Montessori Prep School
Reading Horizons at Home Web Site Homepage Redesigned to Focus on Dyslexia
Reading Horizons at Home has redesigned the homepage of its Web site. The new homepage emphasizes how the Reading Horizons program can help dyslexics learn how to read. - February 17, 2010 - Reading Horizons
Care2Learn’s Valentine’s Day Giveaway Draws Winners
Care2Learn, Inc., the leader in online continuing education and training for post-acute healthcare providers, ran a promotional campaign for caregivers that awarded a dozen roses to three lucky winners. Care2Learn delivered three bouquets based on the messages their survey respondents wanted to have sent with their bouquets. - February 17, 2010 - Care2Learn.com
Green Finance Training Helps Real Estate Professionals Win More Green
Galley Eco Capital announced the launch of the Competitive Edge series of green finance classes, the first ever green finance education series created especially for real estate professionals. The San Francisco classes will address the critical shortage of professionals with skills to help real estate investors to build and invest in higher value green properties. - February 16, 2010 - Galley Eco Capital
The Providence Effect Documentary Announces Television Premier
The television premier of the award-winning documentary, The Providence Effect, will air on local TVOne stations on Sunday, February 28, 2010 at 12PM, EST. It will air at the end of Black History month to recognize the continued struggle of ethnic minorities and poverty-ridden neighborhoods need to overcome their limitations and build their schools from within. - February 16, 2010 - The Providence Movie
Listen as Ryan Dorchak Talks About Being a Restaurateur on New Episode of Ear on Careers Podcast Series
Top-Tier Tutoring proudly presents its latest episode of “Ear on Careers,” during which Mike Rivera interviews Ryan Dorchak, a third generation restaurateur with the Cloverleaf Tavern in Caldwell, NJ. Listen as Dorchak offers sage advice to those contemplating a career as a restaurant owner. - February 15, 2010 - Top-Tier Tutoring, LLC
Emmanuel's Place Gives Special Needs Children a Voice
Emmanuel's Place daycare will accommodate parents of children with special needs. Well-trained caregivers will carry out the mission of Executive Director La'Tedra Bingham, who understands first-hand the joy and heartache of this family challenge. - February 15, 2010 - Emmanuel's Place Incorporated
10,000 Shoes Escape Landfills
Christian Life Academy supports Nike's Reuse-A-Shoe Program, Soles4Souls, Inc. efforts for Haiti and the Baton Rouge St. Vincent de Paul, extending the life of this enormous shoe collection. - February 15, 2010 - Christian Life Academy
Broward County Students and Parents Get Valuable Tips at Free Seminar Presented by SAT Preparation Group and College Counselors in Coral Springs, FL
SAT Preparation Group, a South Florida company based in Parkland that specializes in coaching students how to succeed in the classroom, on the SAT test, and in life, teamed with International College Counselors to share valuable information at the free “Ultimate SAT and College Admissions Seminar” with a group of Broward County high school students and parents. They educated attendees on achieving top scores on the SAT and how to choose, apply for and afford the best college for the student. - February 14, 2010 - SAT Preparation Group
Teachers Celebrate Unique Summer Opportunities for Growth
Summer Workation Helps Teachers do More with Their Summers. - February 14, 2010 - Summer Workation
Tax Strategies Can Help Arizona Families Plan and Save for College Expenses
With tax season here, parents of college-bound high school students have plenty on their mind as they plan ahead for college expenses. Fortunately there are several financial strategies that can be used both this year and in the future to increase tax savings. According to local college planning... - February 14, 2010 - AZ College Solutions
Woodside Montessori Academy Readies for National Celebration
Woodside Montessori Academy of Millis celebrates Montessori Education Week with a series of events for the public. Students and staff members at Woodside Montessori Academy are busier than ever as they put final touches on a series of special events planned for the week-long observance and celebration of Montessori Education Week, February 21-27, 2010. - February 14, 2010 - Woodside Montessori Academy
Students Voting to Win a Free High School Prom
High school students are doing more than homework on school computers these days. Look closely and you may see juniors and seniors at thousands of schools nationwide voting online in hopes of winning a free prom for their school in Stumps Proms Across America Contest. This is the second year that... - February 14, 2010 - Stumps Prom and Party
Office Optimization Seminar at Meredith College by Professional Organizer
Optimize Your Office attendees will learn to decrease duplication of effort, reduce misplaced information, identify productivity stumbling blocks and develop efficient and effective work processes and habits. - February 14, 2010 - Minding Your Matters
PlattForm Higher Education Announces Attendance at 63rd Annual ABACC/ABHE Conference
PlattForm Higher Education, a leading provider of marketing and communications services for colleges and universities, announced today that it will attend the 63rd Annual ABACC/ABHE Conference hosted by the Association of Business Administrators of Christian Colleges (ABACC) and the Association for... - February 14, 2010 - PlattForm Higher Education
U.S. Virtual Assistant Uses Public Relations and Online Marketing Skills to Help Establish a Library in Swaziland
Janine Gregor, owner of Your Virtual Wizard, http://www.YourVirtualWizard.com a virtual assistance company that works with small business owners to promote services and products online has teamed with the Media Specialist at Buffalo Creek Middle School in Palmetto, Florida to collect 1,000 children's books to stock a library for a primary school in Swaziland. - February 14, 2010 - Your Virtual Wizard
Atlanta Firm and the Original Shaolin Temple to Introduce Edutainment to Students Worldwide
Entertainment Arts Research, Inc., (EARI), of Atlanta, Georgia USA entered into an epic license agreement with the world famous Shaolin Temple, Henan Province, Peoples Republic of China to represent their virtual media brand. The event took place at an official Signing Ceremony held at the 1500... - February 13, 2010 - Global Academy Online, Inc.
New Year Brings Epic's Largest Ab-Initio Class & More
Epic Flight Academy, the continued leader in International Ab-initio pilot training is proud to announce a great start for 2010 with the largest Ab-initio class in the last year. Epic Aviation has seen a huge turn around in the aviation market over the last six months with February 2010 having the... - February 13, 2010 - Epic Flight Academy, Epic Aviation
La Canada Dance School Hosts Visit by World Famous Ballerinas
California DanceArts Hosts Visit by Gina Ness and Evelyn Cisneros, Both from the San Francisco Ballet - February 13, 2010 - California DanceArts
Core Curriculum “Mathematical Reasoning™” Book Earns iParenting Media Award
Mathematical Reasoning™ Level D honored with iParenting Media 2010 Excellent Products Award. - February 13, 2010 - The Critical Thinking Co.
Voice Actors Turn Out for Haiti Relief
Two of the country’s leading Voice Acting educators, Voice Coaches and Edge Studio, teamed up to raise money for the relief efforts in Haiti. - February 13, 2010 - Voice Coaches
RedVector Launches Redesigned Enterprise Website as More Businesses Adopt Online Training
RedVector has been setting the standard for excellence in online education for the design and construction industries since 1999, and, more recently, has developed the leading online library of green building and design courses. Now, as businesses of all sizes realize the convenience and efficacy of quality online education and training, RedVector has revamped its enterprise website to better serve its corporate customers. - February 13, 2010 - RedVector
Employability and Skills Group Moves to Sheffield Business Park
Major growth over the last 12 months sees almost 100 staff at leading training business the Employability and Skills Group (esg) moving to state of the art head office accommodation at Sheffield Business Park on the edge of the city. - February 13, 2010 - Employability and Skills Group
Employability and Skills Group Scores Hospitality Award Success with Sunderland AFC
An innovative partnership with a top Premier League club has been rewarded with a top regional business award for leading national training provider the Employability and Skills Group (esg). - February 13, 2010 - Employability and Skills Group
Scuola Leonardo Da Vinci Presents the Preparation Courses for AIL Exams
Scuola leonardo da Vinci presents the Italian Language Courses to support foreign students to pass the exam for getting the AIL Italian Language Certifications. - February 13, 2010 - Scuola Leonardo da Vinci
Employability and Skills Group Secures £17m New Contracts to Help Over 25,000 People Back Into Work
Over 25,000 people in England will receive support to get back into work from skills development specialist the Employability and Skills Group (esg). The Sheffield-based group has won over £17m in new Government-funded contracts aimed at equipping people looking for work with the skills to secure sustainable employment. - February 12, 2010 - Employability and Skills Group
Cass Business School Students Addressed by Lord Mayor of the City of London in Dubai
The Lord Mayor of the City of London, Alderman Nick Anstee, spoke to Cass Business School students and alumni at a special event in Dubai yesterday. This event was organised in partnership with the British Business Group (BBG) and more than 200 senior figures from London and the GCC business and... - February 12, 2010 - Cass Business School
TechValens Training Offers Comprehensive Industrial Training Program to Help India Develop Skilled Workforce
Provides real-world instruction, Live Project assistance and certification on Java & .Net for fast-growing IT industry. - February 12, 2010 - TechValens Software Solutions, LLC
Employability and Skills Group Adds Moore to Realise Ambitious Growth Plans
A keystone board level appointment at £50m turnover skills development specialist the Employability and Skills Group (esg) sees the arrival of a new Business Development Director, as the Group actively pursues its ambitious growth plans. - February 12, 2010 - Employability and Skills Group