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Effective Teaching Method Helps Another Struggling Reader
The Reading Horizons program has helped another parent, Tracy Keith, to find the solution for helping her son with his reading difficulties. This program’s success is founded on an Orton-Gillingham teaching method. The Orton-Gillingham approach to teaching reading is a language-based,... - November 18, 2009 - Reading Horizons
Cheam High School is Wheelchair Friendly
A movemanSKG Prestige platform lift is enabling less mobile students at Cheam High School, Surrey, to access five new ICT classrooms. The lift means the school complies with the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA). - November 18, 2009 - movemanSKG
Trinity Academy of Raleigh Students Among Top One Percent of High School Juniors Nationwide
Dr. Robert Littlejohn, head of school at Trinity Academy of Raleigh (www.trinityacademy.com), a preK-12 college preparatory school community located in North Raleigh, has announced that two students, Nathan Jones and Stephen West, have qualified as semifinalists in the 2010 National Merit... - November 18, 2009 - Trinity Academy of Raleigh
Our Lady of Port Richmond Regional Catholic School Expands Its Academic Offerings with Nationally-Acclaimed Pre-Kindergarten Program
Though the generosity of the Connelly Foundation, local school brings Blueprint for Early Literacy® program to its youngest students. - November 18, 2009 - Our Lady of Port Richmond Regional Catholic School
The UOC - Open University of Catalonia - The Global Online University - IN3-HAROSA Workshop First Edition, an International Forum on Collaborative Research
The UOC's research institute, the IN3, is organising the first edition of the "Hybrid Algorithms for solving Realistic rOuting, Scheduling and reliability/Availability problems" (HAROSA) Workshop, a forum about online, distributed and collaborative research in the fields of computation and operational research. - November 18, 2009 - UOC - Open University of Catalonia
Carnegie Mellon University Professor Gives Away Book on Job Interviewing
If you ask the right questions, you'll more likely get the right job, says Professor Ed Barr of Carnegie Mellon University in his free book, "Ask the Right Questions; Get the Right Job." - November 17, 2009 - Edward H. Barr
Learn360 Keeps Students Engaged as Classrooms Are Closed by H1N1
Learn360, an interactive media-on-demand service for the K-12 educational market, is enabling educators to maintain continuous learning in spite of a potential widespread outbreak of H1N1 and other flu viruses. - November 17, 2009 - Learn360
Free Cessna Pilot Operating Handbook Resources
Red Sky Ventures announces the addition of a range of free resources to the Free Stuff page of their website, www.redskyventures.org. - November 17, 2009 - Red Sky Ventures
Noted Author Joins Classical Learning Resource Center
The Classical Learning Resource Center is an online resource center for teachers and homeschoolers dedicated to Christian education through Classical Learning. A classical education not only prepares students for the practical responsibilities of life, but also opens the door to a deeper understanding of humanity and faith. - November 16, 2009 - Classical Learning Resource Center
Midway College Announces Another Major Achievement - Development of Neighboring Retirement Community
Midway College recently finalized an agreement with Christian Care Communities, Kentucky’s largest faith-based provider of senior housing and long-term care services, for an option to purchase sufficient land for developing a “Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)” adjacent to Midway College’s campus in Midway, Kentucky. - November 16, 2009 - The Learning House, Inc.
Tom Joyner Foundation Announces 2010 Black College Scholarship Program
One graduating high school senior can win a full scholarship, including tuition, books and room and board to an HBCU - November 15, 2009 - Tom Joyner Foundation
Midway College Announces Major Project - New State-of-the-Art Learning Resource Center
Midway College announces the construction of a new state-of-the-art learning resource center to replace the Starks Building which has served the College since 1925. - November 15, 2009 - The Learning House, Inc.
Career Step Named to the Utah 100 for Ninth Consecutive Year
Career Step has been named to the MountainWest Capital Network’s Utah 100 for the ninth consecutive year. Career Step placed at number 76 in the state. - November 15, 2009 - Career Step
The Latino Breakfast Club and Chicago Hope Academy Bridge the Gap
As part of the Chicago area participation in Global Entrepreneurship Week, The Latino Breakfast Club (LBC) and Chicago Hope Academy (Hope) present “Bridging the Gap.” On November 18th, 2009 at 3pm, the Senior Class of Hope and members of business communities around Chicago will come... - November 14, 2009 - Latino Breakfast Club
The Learning House, Inc. Recognized as a High Growth Company During National Distance Learning Week
The Company, Founded in 2001, Receives “Hot Dozen” Award from Louisville Chamber for Entrepreneurial Growth and Achievement in Distance Learning Industry - November 14, 2009 - The Learning House, Inc.
Students Help Students Affected by Fire
Students and teachers from Trinity Lutheran School come together to help students and teachers at Marysville Elementary school in SE Portland who were devastated by a fire on Tuesday, November 10. - November 14, 2009 - Trinity Lutheran School
Midway College Announces Two Major Projects
Midway College President Dr. William B. Drake, Jr. and James J. O'Brien, chairman of the board of trustees, today announced two significant projects that will soon be underway on campus that will help chart the future growth of the College and demonstrates the College’s commitment to the region. The first announcement was the construction of a new state-of-the-art learning resource center, the second announcement was an agreement to have a retirement community built on its campus. - November 14, 2009 - Midway College
Seventh Grader Jen Neville Launches National Essay Writing Contest That Inspires Fellow Students
Seventh grader Jen Neville is hosting a national essay contest that gets kids writing about crucial topics in their lives. - November 14, 2009 - Sound Authors
"Inside Business" Show to Feature Bravo Wellness, LLC
The producers of Inside Business are pleased to announce that Bravo Wellness, LLC will be featured in an upcoming episode on Wellness Solutions – Improving Clinical Outcomes and Reducing Healthcare Costs as part of the show's Medical Minutes series. In today's economy, businesses are trying... - November 14, 2009 - Inside Business Report
Author Anita Wills Announces American History Essay Contest for Minority and Disadvantaged Student
The Mary and Patty Bowden Foundation is sponsoring a Essay Contest for Minority and Disadvantaged Students. The first place winner will receive a scholarship for $1000.00 to the College of their Choice. - November 13, 2009 - Anita Wills
Celebrate Children’s Day Exploring Newly Launched www.children.co.in
This Children’s Day, a new website called www.children.co.in is being launched by Kidz Interactive Media Group which is specially designed for Indian children and is dedicated to their overall growth and learning. The website not just offers you a host of exciting and entertaining features like fun activities, games, jokes, riddles and puzzles but also offers general knowledge quizzes, learning videos and Indian facts that can contribute significantly to your child’s learning curve. - November 13, 2009 - Kidz Interactive Media Group
Train4Trade Skills Helps Students Bank on the Future
Barclays Partner Finance, a subsidiary of Barclaycard, was praised by Train4Trade Skills today for protecting the futures of thousands of people caught in the collapse of a leading skills training provider. The bank stepped in The Skills Centre, in Splott, Cardiff, which trained students as gas... - November 13, 2009 - Train 4 Trade Skills
Learn About Wine in Manila by Attending Seminars Offered by Yats Wine Cellars in Philippines
Yats Wine Cellars rolls out courses to help hobbyists and professionals to learn about wine. This is not a wine school just a place to learn about wine. - November 13, 2009 - Yats Wine Cellars
Web Marketing Team Presents the Italian Language Courses by the Sea, in Viareggio
Learning Italian language in a wonderful town placed near the seaside, Viareggio. Spending a different learning holiday with several Italian language courses conceived for foreign students all the year round. - November 13, 2009 - Web Marketing Team srl
Former Astronaut Scott Parazynski, MD Named Chair of the Board-Elect
Challenger Center for Space Science Education announced today that former astronaut Scott Parazynski, MD has been named Chair-Elect of its Board of Directors. He will assume the role of the Chair of the Board in November 2010, succeeding Former Astronaut William F. Readdy. "Scott is a... - November 13, 2009 - Challenger Center for Space Science Education
Remington College Reduces Costs, Gains Greater Control Over Their Lead Generation with Sparkroom Lead Deliver
Lead Performance Management platform provides Remington marketers with real-time insight into lead performance resulting in more efficient media planning and execution. - November 12, 2009 - Sparkroom Inc.
Paper Clutter Class Taught by Minding Your Matters®
“Perish the Home Paper Pile” will teach people which papers to keep and where to file those papers. The class will be held on November 23 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. - November 12, 2009 - Minding Your Matters
Capstone Press Books Rank #1 with Struggling Readers
Renaissance Learning Report Reveals Student Reading Habits - November 12, 2009 - Capstone
Clarke County, Georgia, Achieves 12.8% CRCT Gains in Five Weeks
Clarke County, Georgia, saw a 12.8% rise in 8th grade state test results after using a new mathematics program from Walch Education this past summer. Originally developed in partnership with Cobb County, Georgia Academic Support Program Comprehensive Mathematics, Grade 8, (Georgia Math) is a... - November 12, 2009 - Walch Education
Partnership Between Educational Publisher and North Carolina District
At the recent annual conference of the North Carolina Council of Teachers of Mathematics (www.ncctm.org), educational publisher Walch Education unveiled the first installment of its partnership with North Carolina educators: Foundations of Algebra. The program is designed for students who are... - November 12, 2009 - Walch Education
New Web Site Highlights Educational Programs in Maryland
Walch Education, a leading developer and publisher of secondary educational materials, has launched www.walchmaryland.com. The new website focuses on Walch Education's programs and partnerships in the state of Maryland. "I'm extremely excited to have this platform for our offerings,"... - November 12, 2009 - Walch Education
Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) OKs Walch Education Books
The Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) has given approval to Walch Education to print its books on SFI-certified paper. “This is a huge step for us,” notes Chuck Thomas, Walch Education’s Vice President of Operations. “We received SFI certification earlier this year,... - November 12, 2009 - Walch Education
Mingle360 Brings Social Networking Solution to APCA and 1,000+ College Students
College students use MingleSticks for social networking at events. - November 12, 2009 - Mingle360
Invitation to Cover: NAIS People of Color and Student Diversity Leadership Conferences
Credentialed journalists are invited to cover the NAIS People of Color and Student Diversity Leadership Conferences, December 3-5, 2009, in Denver, CO. - November 11, 2009 - National Association of Independent Schools
Oak Creek Ranch School Experts Offer 12 Tips for Helping Teens Succeed Academically
Co-ed boarding school’s leadership shares how parents can help ADD/ADHD kids excel in classroom. - November 11, 2009 - Oak Creek Ranch School
Cass Professor Calls for Government-Backed VC Funds to be Restructured
New study shows that government aid needs to go further. - November 11, 2009 - Cass Business School
SMARTHINKING Names New Chief Financial Officer
SMARTHINKING, Inc. (www.smarthinking.com), the market leader in products and services to bolster student performance, persistence and retention, has announced that Joel Reiser has been named the firm’s new chief financial officer. With an extensive background in financial management and... - November 11, 2009 - SMARTHINKING
Specialist Private Tuition Company Tutors International Rebrands, Celebrating Ten Years in the Private Education Sector
Tutors International is celebrating ten years of specialist private tutor provision with the rebranding of the company’s visual image. - November 11, 2009 - Tutors International
Ohio English Teacher Launches Writing Service, Publishes Book Exploring Future of Rock Music
Ohio doctorate student, English teacher launches freelance writing service TrAmerica and publishes book covering the future of the music business and the current status of rock music. - November 10, 2009 - TrAmerica
Christianity Today Considers Content Offer from Advocate USA Publishing
Advocate USA Publishing has offered Reece Manley's Spirit Thinking: Your 30 Day Guide to Enlightenment to Christianity Today for series reprint of material. Cash strapped, Christianity Today recently laid off 31 workers and seeks new sources of material. - November 10, 2009 - Advocate USA LLC
American Right of Way Associates Will Have Exhibitor Booth at Haynesville Shale Expo
ARWA (American Right of Way Associates) announced today that they will have an exhibitor booth at the Haynesville Shale EXPO November 13, 2009. American Right of Way Associates (ARWA) is the subsidiary company of Texas Right of Way Associates (TRWA, Inc.) headquartered out of Fort Worth, Texas. - November 10, 2009 - American Right of Way Associates
Schools Give Backrubs to Help Prevent H1N1 and Seasonal Flu
Innovative College Program Simultaneously Promotes Hand Hygiene, Immunization Information and Virus Fighting Ability. - November 10, 2009 - Jordan Friedman
Brilliance Academy Bloggers Shed New Light on Dallas Daycares
Brilliance Preschool & Academy provides an opportunity for local parents to get information on local news. Providing essential tools to the local parents. - November 10, 2009 - Brilliance Preschool & Academy
Listen to Cindy Salvo Discuss her Career as an Attorney on New Episode of “Ear on Careers” Podcast Series
In this episode of Top-Tier Tutoring's "Ear on Careers," Cindy Salvo, Esq., discusses how she came to be an attorney and gives advice for fledging lawyers. - November 10, 2009 - Top-Tier Tutoring, LLC
Schools: Trade Cookie Dough for Real Dough
SCHOOLSAVINGS.com launches new fund raising tools as part of It’s Cool to Save at School™ deposit solution. - November 09, 2009 - SCHOOLSAVINGS.com
2 for 1 College Preparation – an Economic Boon to the Parents of College-Bound Teenagers
College Bound Boot Camp announces a 2 for 1 special that provides a 50% discount for families of college-bound students. - November 09, 2009 - College Bound Boot Camp
Baby Fingers Brings Aboard Tom from the Children’s Museum of the Arts as Kids’ Birthday Party Entertainer
Tom from the Children’s Museum of the Arts has recently joined Baby Fingers, adding to the sign language center’s repertoire of birthday party entertainers. Baby Fingers offers low-key therapeutic parties and now the premier baby sign language program in the NYC metro area, offers even... - November 08, 2009 - Baby Fingers
Meter Solutions Pros Named #1 Among Utah Student 25
The Utah Student 25 Awards recognize the achievements of today’s student entrepreneurs, the businesses they have created, and their economic impact. - November 08, 2009 - Utah Student 25
RedVector Green Lights Participation in GreenBuild 2009 International Expo in Phoenix, Nov. 11 - 13
RedVector.com, the leader in online continuing education for the architectural, engineering, and construction industries and a USGBC-approved online education provider, will be showcasing its latest green building products and services at GreenBuild 2009. - November 08, 2009 - RedVector
Classical Ballet, Modern, Jazz and Tap Dance School - Fund Raising Event - Dance for Life - Le Ballet Theatral De Montreal
The dance school Le Ballet Théâtral de Montréal, founded and directed by Monique Goyer, is please to announce that it will take part in the fund raising event “DANSEZ POUR LA VIE” (Dance for Life, www.dansezpourlavie.ca) hosted by the Quebec division of the Canadian Hemophile Society, this event will be on the 14 November, 2009. www.btmtl.com. - November 07, 2009 - Le Ballet Theatral de Montreal