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HAIKU Learning Systems and Curriki.org Announce Partnership
HAIKU Learning Systems, Inc., developers of Haiku LMS has entered into a partnership with Curriki, an online, social entrepreneurship organization that supports the development and free distribution of open source materials to improve education worldwide. Haiku LMS is a northern Indiana-based... - January 21, 2009 - HAIKU Learning Systems, Inc.
Affordable Renewable Energy Solutions for Oklahoma's Businesses, Churches, Municipalities, Schools, Casinos, Etc.
Code Green Energy offers affordable wind turbines and solar panels for consumers and businesses. They provide free, no obligation energy analyses and help with financial incentive paperwork. - January 20, 2009 - Code Green Energy
BakersGuide.com Helps Christians Invest in Themselves Through Online Learning
Savvy workers, seeking to shore up their employability or change careers, are wise to consider whether earning a degree will better position them for success in a tumultuous marketplace. BakersGuide.com helps this search by presenting over 500 accredited Christian distance learning opportunities available from K-12 through undergraduate and graduate college, university, and seminary degrees. - January 20, 2009 - Baker's Guide to Christian Distance Education
Preparing Students for Certified Nursing Assistant State Boards: Nursing Assistant Review Course Launches
Nursing assistant students training in classroom settings in Oregon now have a new tool to help them prepare for their state boards to become Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). The aQuire Training Solutions’ new Nursing Assistant Review Course contains multiple practice tests which... - January 20, 2009 - aQuire Training Solutions
Raptivity Completes Upgrade of All 200+ Learning Interactions
Raptivity Completes Upgrade of all 200+ Learning Interactions - Learning Games, Simulations, Videos now available with Rich Text Formatting, In-depth Voiceover Support and Advanced Layout Customization Options - January 20, 2009 - Harbinger Knowledge Products Inc.
APICS Toledo Announces 2009 Student Scholarship Recipients
The APICS Toledo chapter is pleased to announce the winners of its annual college scholarship program. The focus of this scholarship program is the recognition of academic excellence among college and university students majoring in operations management, supply chain management, or other closely... - January 20, 2009 - Toledo APICS
Dower and Associates, Inc. Staff Members Attend Workshop: Motivating Children with Autism to Speak Using ABA Principles in Timonium, MD
On January 16, 2009, Dower and Associates, Inc. staff members Nikia Dower, MS, CCC-SLP/L, BCBA, Cheri Holdredge, MS, CCC-SLP, Lily Sins, MEd, Ellyn Sanguedolce, BS, Jessica Miller, AAS, Tina Emory, Leslie Andrews, and Ellen Bower attended "Motivating Children With Autism To Speak: Incorporating ABA Principles To Build Functional Communication" Workshop. The workshop was presented by Tammy Kasper, MS, CCC-SLP, BCBA a Speech-Language Pathologist who is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. - January 19, 2009 - Dower and Associates, Inc.
StraighterLine Podcast Responds to MeasuringUp 2008 Report
StraighterLine (www.straighterline.com) has announced the release of a new podcast responding directly to a recent report prepared by The National Center for Public Policy and Higher Education. The report measured several key performance elements of higher education. Most notably, it failed 49 of... - January 18, 2009 - StraighterLine
Sonitrol Pacific Audio Detects Two
A Sonitrol Pacific operator heard two chatty intruders over a school’s audio security system and sent Snohomish County Sheriff’s Deputies to take them into custody December 23. Award winning operator Jaime Mananville received the impact activated signal from the school and listened to... - January 18, 2009 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
Two Choirs and Guest Speaker Highlight 2009 Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration at St. Andrews Presbyterian College
Performances by the North Carolina A&T State University Fellowship Gospel Choir and the St. Andrews Presbyterian College Chamber Choir as well as an address by Dr. Fred McQueen will be part of Monday’s Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration hosted by St. Andrews Presbyterian College. A Maxton... - January 18, 2009 - The Learning House, Inc.
St. Andrews Receives Educational Program Accreditation from AALE
The American Academy for Liberal Education (AALE), a national academic accrediting agency, notified St. Andrews Presbyterian College on Tuesday that it has awarded educational program accreditation to the college. The decision by the AALE came during its December meeting. The initial accreditation period runs for two years. - January 18, 2009 - The Learning House, Inc.
St. Andrews Equestrians Capture 2 Individual Championships in Jacksonville National Horse Show
Two St. Andrews Presbyterian College equestrians won individual championships during the Jacksonville National Horse Show in Jacksonville, Fla., last week. The St. Andrews equestrians also won four classes. Gabby Grubic, a junior therapeutic horsemanship major from Alexandria, Ohio, rode her own... - January 18, 2009 - The Learning House, Inc.
North Carolina VAR Adds NComputing to Virtual Desktop Technology Solutions
Ultra Low Cost Computing for Schools, Business, and Manufacturing - January 17, 2009 - Data Connections Inc
The Founders Fund, Inc. Honors Scholarship Recipients
The Founders Fund, Inc. Holds Annual “Get Acquainted Luncheon” at the CLUB at Pelican Bay Honoring Scholarship Recipients of The Fund. - January 17, 2009 - The Founders Fund, Inc.
O’Guin Decorative Arts Selected to Participate in High-Profile 2008 Atlanta Christmas House Event for Charity
O’Guin Decorative Arts is Excited to Announce Their Recent Selection to Showcase Their Interior Design Talents and Participate in the 2008 Atlanta Christmas House a Well-Known and Prestigious Charity Event in Atlanta, Georgia. - January 17, 2009 - O'Guin Decorative Arts
SMARTHINKING Inks Deal with Florida College System
SMARTHINKING, Inc. (www.smarthinking.com), the market leader in providing online tutoring and academic support to students, has announced that The Florida College System (FCS), formerly the Division of Community Colleges, has elected to use a portion of its College Access Grant to assist in funding... - January 17, 2009 - SMARTHINKING
Scottish Heritage Symposium at St. Andrews
The annual Charles Bascombe Shaw Memorial Scottish Heritage Symposium will be the weekend of March 20-22 on the St. Andrews Presbyterian College campus in Laurinburg, N.C. This event, now in its 19th year, will feature scholars from Scotland and the United States. All interested are invited to... - January 16, 2009 - The Learning House, Inc.
Harlem Hip-Hop Tours (H3 Tours) Offers Unique and Interactive Field Trips for Black History Month
In honor of Barack Obama’s historic election as president of the United States, Harlem Hip-Hop Tours (H3 Tours) has created several educational Black History Month field trips for elementary, middle, and high school students. - January 16, 2009 - Harlem Hip-Hop Tours
Fred D. McQueen Jr. to Give Keynote Address for Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Sponsored by St. Andrews Presbyterian College
Fred D. McQueen Jr. will be the guest speaker at the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration sponsored by St. Andrews Presbyterian College in Laurinburg. The North Carolina A&T State University Fellowship Gospel Choir and the St. Andrews Chamber Choir will perform during the event. This... - January 16, 2009 - The Learning House, Inc.
Tourette Syndrome in the Classroom: Tips for Educators
NJCTS presents workshops for teachers on how effectively reach students with Tourette Syndrome and associated disorders. - January 16, 2009 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Culinary Scholarship for High School Seniors
The International Culinary Schools at The Art Institutes is joining with Food Network in a search for the high school senior to take the title of 2009 Best Teen Chef. The top winner earns a full-tuition scholarship to The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale. Other winners earn partial-tuition scholarships. - January 16, 2009 - The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale
Closure of Private Schools Due to Downturn is Increasing Enquiries for Short Term Full-Time Tutoring
Tutors International founder, Adam Caller, discusses this new trend in requests for full-time private tutors and outlines the implications for parents as short-term full-time tutor contracts can cause recruitment issues. - January 16, 2009 - Tutors International
Former Spanish Prime Minister Says Liberty Reduces Poverty
José Maria Aznar attributes prosperity to Ibero-American liberty and inspires next generation of Latin American leaders in Chile. - January 15, 2009 - The Fund for American Studies
Getting an Education is Great and Choosing the 'Right Education' is Key
Recent years have seen a massive growth in distance learning and online education. This industry has become an industry growing faster than the traditional education industry says a report on online education in United States. - January 15, 2009 - schoolsgalore.com
NSCS Announces Spring 2009 Participants for China Professional Training and Language Academy
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) is pleased to announce that the following NSCS members have been selected to participate in the China Professional Training and and Language Academy: • Chris Belfoure, West Virginia University (History, December 2009) • Ian Nobile,... - January 14, 2009 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Client Says "Yea Sonitrol" After One Arrested
A Sonitrol Pacific operator heard sounds of movement and sent Klickitat County Sheriff’s deputies to arrest one at a Washington school January 11. Operator Minta Christopherson received an initial activation of the school’s system at 1:47 a.m. She contacted the sheriff’s... - January 14, 2009 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
St. Andrews Equestrian Coach Featured in The American Quarter Horse Journal
Carla Wennberg, the western equestrian coach at St. Andrews Presbyterian College, appears in a feature article in the January edition of The American Quarter Horse Journal, one of the industry’s most highly regarded equestrian magazines with a circulation exceeding 67,000. The monthly... - January 14, 2009 - The Learning House, Inc.
Award-Winning Fellowship Gospel Choir Coming to St. Andrews for 2009 Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration
In 2007, a host of choirs competed during the National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame Foundation’s Gospel Competition in Atlanta, Ga. The winner: the North Carolina A&T State University Fellowship Gospel Choir of Greensboro. This choir is coming to Laurinburg to participate in the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration hosted by St. Andrews Presbyterian College. This year’s event will be Monday, Jan. 19, at 5 p.m. in Avinger Auditorium on the St. Andrews campus. It is free to the public. - January 14, 2009 - The Learning House, Inc.
Italian Preparatory Courses for Fashion and Design Academies
The Italian language School for foreigners Leonardo da Vinci organizes new preparatory courses for students who want to prepare themselves for entering a Fashion and Design Italian Academy. - January 14, 2009 - Scuola Leonardo da Vinci
Swetky Agency Announces Award-Winning Author's Return to School
The agency is seeking a lasting marriage between its top-selling American author of more than 80 books and the college best able to utilize his teaching and writing experience. - January 12, 2009 - Swetky Literary Agency
Sales Contributes to Second Edition of Distance Learning Encyclopedia
Chapter presents competencies to be an effective online teacher. - January 11, 2009 - Seward Incorporated
For Black History Month, New Book Teaches Students About Historic Accomplishments of "16 More Extraordinary African Americans"
Walch Education, a leading publisher of educational materials, has announced the publication of 16 More Extraordinary African Americans. The new title is targeted for middle- and high-school students. It has been released to coincide with Black History Month (February). Regularly priced at $23.99,... - January 11, 2009 - Walch Education
Vendor Credentialing Partners with AAACEUS.com
Vendor Credentialing partners with aaaceus.com to offer discounted Online Continuing Education (CEUs) to Certified Healthcare Professionals. - January 11, 2009 - aaaceus.com
One Technologies Expands Into United Kingdom Credit Report and Identity Theft Prevention Markets
One Technologies, a leading U.S. based provider of online credit reporting, monitoring and identity theft prevention services, launches FreeCreditReport.co.uk—an innovative new website for residents of the United Kingdom. The latest economic news and identity theft statistics prove that... - January 10, 2009 - FreeCreditReport.co.uk
"Project Working Mom…and Dads, Too!" Helps Working Parents Go Back to School Through More Than $2 Million in Scholarships
eLearners.com Teams Up with Five Online Colleges and Universities to Send Moms and Dads Back to School Tuition Free. - January 10, 2009 - eLearners.com
Two Poems by Ron Bayes Published by Word Salad Poetry Magazine
Two poems by poet Ron Bayes of Laurinburg have been published in the winter edition of the Word Salad Poetry Magazine. A biographical sketch of Bayes as well as his poems can be found on the publication's website at www.wsmagazine.net. Bayes has been the writer in residence at St. Andrews... - January 10, 2009 - The Learning House, Inc.
Free Interview and Resume Skills Workshop
“Be Your Best You” a free Interview and Resume Skills workshop on Monday, January 19 from 9am – 2pm, with lunch provided, for adults interested in creating power resumes and learning how to promote themselves confidently in job interviews. Space is limited, so participants should register early by calling 734-779-0730 and plan to bring their resume. - January 10, 2009 - Stautzenberger Health & Wellness Institute
Farm Bureau Insurance Honors ODAC Scholar Athletes
Each year, Farm Bureau Insurance recognizes student-athletes from each of the Old Dominion Athletic Conference’s (ODAC) 22 male and female sports. The awards recognize student-athletes who distinguish themselves through outstanding classroom performance and athletics achievement. Farm Bureau... - January 09, 2009 - Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance
Reception at the Italian Culinary Academy to Launch the 2009 International Day of Italian Cuisines
Cesare Casella, Dean of Italian Culinary Studies at the Italian Culinary Academy will host a reception for media and industry professionals to launch The 2009 International Day of Italian Cuisines, organized by the Virtual Group of Italian Chefs (GVCI) which takes place on January 17, 2009. Chef... - January 09, 2009 - Italian Culinary Academy
Dower and Associates, Inc. Raises Over $4000.00 in Autism Speaks "Walk Now For Autism" in Washington, DC.
On November 8, 2008, Dower and Associates, Inc. Families, Colleagues and Friends participated in Autism Speaks "Walk Now For Autism" in Washington, DC. The team raised over $4000.00. "Walk Now For Autism," the nation's largest grassroots autism walk program, is Autism Speaks' signature fundraising and awareness event, taking place in communities across the United States, as well as in Canada and the United Kingdom. - January 09, 2009 - Dower and Associates, Inc.
NSCS Announces 15 Finalists of the Inspire Integrity Awards
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars, an honor society inviting high-achieving freshmen and sophomores, announced the 15 finalists of the Inspire Integrity Awards, NSCS' faculty awards. - January 09, 2009 - The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
SPENDonLIFE.com Announces $2000 Blogging Scholarship Winner
SPENDonLIFE.com awards $2000 to Arizona State University student and personal finance blogger Joseph McClellan. The contest guidelines required entrants to blog about the pitfalls of credit and identity theft. By researching these important topics and writing about them online, students help their... - January 08, 2009 - SPENDonLIFE
Risk and Compliance Management - New Distance Learning and Online Certification Programs from Compliance LLC
Compliance LLC announced new Distance Learning and Online Certification Programs for risk, compliance, IT, audit and operations professionals at a very reasonable price. - January 08, 2009 - Compliance LLC
QSR Magazine’s Culinary School Challenge 2009
The Challenge: Create a no- or low-sodium condiment suitable for bulk foodservice applications. The condiment’s sodium content must meet the Food and Drug Administration’s definition of one of the following categories: Sodium-free (Less than 5 mg per reference amount and per labeled... - January 08, 2009 - QSR Magazine
Scholarships Available for Students Who Dream of a Creative Education
Two tuition scholarships will be awarded on Martin Luther King Jr. Day at The Art Institute of California – Orange County. - January 08, 2009 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
Park West Gallery CEO Albert Scaglione Delivers Commencement Address at Central Michigan University – Receives Honorary Degree
Park West Gallery Founder and Chief Executive Officer inspires students with message of “the four C’s” of success. - January 08, 2009 - Park West Gallery
Dower Presents Poster Session at Association for Behavior Analysis International Autism Conference in Atlanta, GA
Nikia Dower, MS, CCC-SLP/L, BCBA® presented "Is a New Tool Needed in the Language and Skills Assessment of Autism?" at ABAI-Autism Conference on February 8, 2008. The Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills-Revised (Partington, 2006), the Verbal Behavior-Milestones Assessment Placement Program (Sundberg, 2006) and the Brigance Inventory of Early Development-II (Brigance, 1991) were compared from a behavior analytic perspective. - January 08, 2009 - Dower and Associates, Inc.
Engeye Health Clinic in Uganda Implements Scholars Program to Aid Ugandan Students
Engeye Scholars Program Established by Theresa Weinman and Elaine Pers Hickey. - January 07, 2009 - Engeye
School of Rock Students Have Become Familiar Faces on South Florida’s Music Scene
Students at the Paul Green School of Rock Music – Coral Springs have become familiar faces on south Florida’s music scene and fans are in for yet another treat by this group of talented young musicians when they serve up a big helping of Southern rock at two All Ages shows on Friday, January 30 and Sunday, February 8. - January 07, 2009 - The Paul Green School of Rock Music
Dower and Associates, Inc. Speech Pathologists Attend Continuing Education Conferences
Dower and Associates, Inc. Speech/Language Pathologists Nikia Dower, MS, CCC-SLP/L, BCBA® and Cheri Holdredge, MS, CCC-SLP/L attended conferences for continuing education credits during 2008. - January 07, 2009 - Dower and Associates, Inc.