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Shorecrest to Host Hybrid Learning Consortium Symposium
Shorecrest Preparatory School will host the Hybrid Learning Consortium (HLC) Symposium, April 5-7, on its campus in St. Petersburg, Florida. The Symposium is the annual conference of the HLC, a collective of nearly 30 independent schools in both the US and abroad that are dedicated to creating... - March 17, 2017 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
WISE Adult Day Services Program Open House
The Gateway Family YMCA Provides WISE Adult Day Services Program in Union - March 15, 2017 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Northfield Bank Foundation Provides Support to The Gateway Family YMCA – Rahway Branch
Donation Presented to The Gateway Family YMCA- Rahway Branch - March 15, 2017 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Shorecrest Students Embark on Annual Service Week
The entire 9th - 12th grade Shorecrest Upper School student body participates in Service Week, a 4-day learning experience in which students immerse themselves in service projects with non-profits and educational institutions. Together, the students and their teachers will complete more than 5,000 hours of service over the 4-day period. - March 15, 2017 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Explore Summer Camp at The Gateway Family YMCA Open House
Summer Camp keeps youth moving, learning and exploring. - March 14, 2017 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Ask Your Student 30 Day Challenge
The Triad Math and Science Academy, challenge rewards parents for a 30 day challenge. - March 14, 2017 - Triad Math and Science Academy
Fun N Learn Launches New All-in-One Preschool Sensorial Busy Kit
Continuing its successful journey in the domain of pre-school education and primary education, Fun ‘N’ Learn now comes up with another innovative preschool learning activity Kit through handcrafted learning activities. Fun ‘N’ Learn keeps in mind the fact that kids get bored... - March 13, 2017 - Fun N Learn
Shorecrest Students Advance as National Merit Finalists
Shorecrest seniors Clay DiGiorgio, Max Kobernick, and Sara Springle have been named National Merit Finalists by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. All three students were named National Merit Semifinalists and have advanced to the next round of competition. About 1.5 million juniors in... - March 12, 2017 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Maureen McGovern Headlines Concert Celebrating Women
For the second consecutive year CreativeBridge Coalition (CBC) will celebrate the accomplishments of Mahoning Valley women with a unique evening of musical entertainment, titled Valley of the Divas 2, at the DeYor Performing Arts Center on Saturday, April 22 at 7:00pm. - March 10, 2017 - Creative Bridge Coalition
Local Teacher Selected to NASA Johnson Space Center in April to Test Student-Derived Experiments in a Microgravity Mockup Facility
Following a highly competitive submission process, NASA JPL certified STEM educator and STEAM curriculum specialist, Mrs. Andrea Diamond has been selected to travel to NASA Johnson Space Center in April to test student-derived experiments in a microgravity mockup facility. - March 10, 2017 - Programs After School, Inc
Project Petals Founder Alicia White to Host Educational Program for Queens Students
Industry Professionals to Advise Students on Career Options in Architecture, Engineering, Urban Planning & Design - March 07, 2017 - Project Petals
Emler Swim School Hiring Managers and 100 New Swim Teachers
Emler Swim School is conducting three company-wide hiring days on March 4, 8 and 15 with the goal of interviewing qualified candidates to fill multiple management positions and approximately 100 part-time swim teacher roles. The company is hiring to support growth, both at current schools and in... - March 02, 2017 - Emler Swim School
The Experiential School at Shorecrest Awarded Nature Explore Classroom Certification
The Experiential School of Tampa Bay, the 3, 4, and 5-year-old program at Shorecrest Preparatory School, has earned national recognition as a Certified Nature Explore Classroom. The certification comes from the Nature Explore program, a collaboration of Dimensions Educational Research Foundation... - March 01, 2017 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Morant Adams Receives Inaugural Dr. Lonnie J. Edwards Distinguished Minority Alumnus Award
On Saturday, Feb. 11, the University of Montevallo’s Minority Alumni club gathered for a homecoming brunch to bestow the organization’s inaugural award, the Dr. Lonnie J. Edwards Distinguished Minority Alumnus Award, to Birmingham’s Tracey Morant Adams ’88. Cynthia Todd... - February 25, 2017 - University of Montevallo
Non-Profit Organization Announces Educational Program for Underserved Tri-State Areas
Workshops Promote Careers in Architecture, Design, Engineering and Urban Planning - February 23, 2017 - Project Petals
Franklin Lakes Preschoolers Raise Money with Their Art Auction
This month, on February 10th, The Learning Experience Preschool in Franklin Lakes hosted their annual BeCause our Hearts Beat Art Auction, one of their favorite philanthropic events of the year. Tying in Valentine's Day and American Heart Month, their preschoolers created heart art and sold it to benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation. - February 18, 2017 - The Learning Experience, Franklin Lakes
The Gateway Family YMCA Adds WISE Center YMCA Branch in Union
The Gateway Family YMCA Adds Fifth Branch to Association - February 14, 2017 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Academy of Math and Science Recognized as 2016 Arizona Charter School of the Year
For 15 years, the tireless team at Academy of Math and Science has accomplished much from receiving the National Blue Ribbon award for their high academic achievement with diverse student populations, to being one of the highest performing schools in the state. This year, their flagship campus,... - February 12, 2017 - Academy of Math & Science
St. Pete STEAMfest Welcomes Record Crowd
2nd Annual Event Engages more than 400 Families in STEAM Activities. - February 12, 2017 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Ribbon-Cutting Celebrates Innovation in Education at Shorecrest
Shorecrest Opens New Innovation & Design Studio. - February 12, 2017 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Shorecrest Receives Stephen P. Robinson Collaboration Grant from SAIS
Shorecrest Preparatory School has been awarded a Stephen P. Robinson Collaboration Grant from the Southern Association of Independent School (SAIS). The grant of $5,000 will fund the launch of the Center for Service Learning Leadership (CSLL), a professional development institute for independent... - February 11, 2017 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Student Scholars Will Compete at the Region V NC Science and Engineering Fair Competition
The Triad Math and Science Academy will host the North Carolina Region V Science Fair this weekend. 150 students from across the region will present their original science and engineering research before more than 50 scientists and engineers. You can attend the NC Region V Science and Engineering Fair on Saturday, February 11 from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Triad Math and Science Academy Auditorium. - February 10, 2017 - Triad Math and Science Academy
Ski for a Cause, for Applause, Just Because
It’s official, six more weeks of winter according to Phil. Skiers and Supporters of the Elwyn community are hitting the slopes on Sunday, March 12, 2017 at Blue Mountain Resort in Palmerton, Pa. for The Teddy Bedrossian Ski-a-Thon. The Ski-a-Thon honors the life of Teddy Bedrossian, an... - February 04, 2017 - Elwyn
ForeverLawn Announces New Location Serving Des Moines
ForeverLawn provides innovative synthetic grass products to create better landscapes worldwide. In areas where real grass is difficult to grow or maintain—due to high traffic or poor conditions—ForeverLawn offers a natural-looking alternative that is beautiful, functional and durable. In addition to its landscape lines, ForeverLawn also offers specialty products including SplashGrass, K9Grass, SportsGrass, Playground Grass, and GolfGreens. ForeverLawn—Grass without limits. - February 04, 2017 - ForeverLawn Des Moines
Science Academy of Chicago Dinner and Auction Supports STREAM Education
The Science Academy of Chicago is hosting its annual silent auction and fundraiser on Saturday, March 11, to support growth and the expansion of the STREAM focused preschool, elementary, and middle school. Over 200 people will gather on Saturday to support STREAM education and to witness STREAM in... - January 31, 2017 - Science Academy of Chicago
UM Environmental Studies Program to Host Book Talk with Lee Rozelle
On Jan. 30, the University of Montevallo’s Environmental Studies program will host a discussion exploring the decaying ruins of various American Zombiescapes displayed in the latest book by Associate Professor of English Lee Rozelle. The book “Zombiescapes and Phantom Zones:... - January 30, 2017 - University of Montevallo
ASPIRA Improves Students’ Motivation to Stay in Olney Charter High School
Olney Charter High School's graduation rate dramatically improved after ASPIRA Inc of Pennsylvania began administration. The graduation rate calculation has changed since the public school converted to a charter school. Student motivation has also changed, according to the data. - January 29, 2017 - ASPIRA Inc of PA
Jemima’s Playhouse Expands Into Texas
Come June, 2017, Jemima’s Playhouse will spread its young and vibrant wings into Dallas, Texas. And what an occasion it will be! A young, growing educational company distinguished by its exciting, new teaching methods; entering Texas, a state which is not only vast and expansive, but one... - January 26, 2017 - Jemima's Playhouse
Elwyn to Receive Transform Award
Elwyn to Receive Musicopia Award. Elwyn is proud of its partnership with Musicopia and honored to be a 2017 Transform Award recipient. The Transform Award will celebrate the vibrant partnership between Elwyn and Musicopia. Elwyn’s Board of Directors, CEO, teachers and staff work with... - January 26, 2017 - Elwyn
KnILE Center to Hold College Readiness Workshop with Texas Lutheran University Admissions Director, Tommy Newton
Local private school partners with TLU for workshop - January 23, 2017 - KnILE Center
“For More”: New Jersey YMCAs Come Together to Affirm Healthy Communities
Local YMCAs Hold Statewide Wellness Event to Promote Positive Personal Change and Community Health. - January 14, 2017 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Goldfish Swim School Franchising, LLC Earns Number 1 Rating by Entrepreneur
Goldfish receives high rankings on annual Franchise 500® list. - January 13, 2017 - Goldfish Swim School Franchising, LLC
Playwrights Project 2017 Plays by Young Writers Festival at The Old Globe
Plays by Young Writers, a festival of winning scripts from the 32nd annual California Young Playwrights Contest - January 11, 2017 - Playwrights Project
Safely Dispose of Old Technology with eSmart Recycling and Shorecrest
Shorecrest Tech Recycling Drive to Fund Tech Incubator at Academy Prep through eSmart Recycling's One Million Laptops Campaign January 4-February 4 - January 08, 2017 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Trussville's Newest Addition
Covenant Classical Schools & Daycare (CCS) will unveil their newest campus in Trussville on Saturday, January 21st. This grand opening celebration will be held from 10AM-2PM at the new campus just off I-59’s Deerfoot Parkway exit at 6590 Husky Parkway. The new 15,000 square foot facility... - January 06, 2017 - Covenant Classical Schools and Daycare
Build More Than Muscle at The Gateway Family YMCA Open House
The Gateway Family YMCA Invites the Community to visit January 2 -8 - January 06, 2017 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Elwyn Ball 2017
Announcing the 37th Annual Elwyn Ball, Elwyn's signature fundraising event - December 21, 2016 - Elwyn
LA Rams Team Up with ECF to do Well by Doing Good
Los Angeles Rams partner with local nonprofit in Inglewood to employ adults with special needs. - December 18, 2016 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
ASPIRA Schools Prove the Benefits of Bilingual Education
Two Philadelphia charter schools may prove the bilingual education model advances student learning and development. State test scores and social observation show better overall performance among students at two bilingual schools teaching the same population as their single-language counterparts. - December 18, 2016 - ASPIRA Inc of PA
Leslie Abell Named Philanthropist of the Year
Leslie Abell of Los Angeles was named 2016 Philanthropist of the Year by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Greater Los Angeles Chapter, for his longtime support of people with developmental disabilities. - December 18, 2016 - Exceptional Children's Foundation
Lutheran Church of Peace Preschool Earns National NAEYC Accreditation
Lutheran Church of Peace Preschool located in Maplewood MN has earned accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)-the world's largest organization on behalf of young children. - December 16, 2016 - Lutheran Church of Peace Preschool
Santa and Hannum's Harley Davidson® Riders Come to Town at Elwyn
Elwyn, a premier educational and behavioral health organization, is excited to welcome Santa along with Hannum’s Harley Riders for Christmas! On Wednesday, December 14, Hannum’s Harley Davidson® of Media partnered with the Harley Owners Group (HOG) to bring delight to the many... - December 15, 2016 - Elwyn
Little Brown Girl Helps Father Figures Send an Empowering Message to the Young Girls in Their Lives
Beginning as a poem penned on a napkin, Little Brown Girl has grown into a full-blown children's book project. The inspiration for this project came directly from the birth of Brian Lawrence's daughter Nile. He knew he would read to his daughter, and wanted the first words he read to her to set the... - December 06, 2016 - Little Brown Girl Book
3D Coloring and Logic Puzzles – Math Based Coloring
HEROES Academy announced today that it is raising funds via a crowdfunding campaign via Kickstarter to publish 3D Coloring and Logic Puzzles, an innovative new geometry manipulative and coloring book. The company set out to raise $6000 on Kickstarter to print and distribute the first batch of their... - December 03, 2016 - HEROES Academy
Leake & Watts Welcomes Aboard Three New Board Members from Google, BlackRock, and Reed Smith
Christopher Ackerman, Erik Moss, and Obediah Ben Samuel Represent a Younger and More Diverse Generation of Philanthropists, Recruited Through Programs That Connect Board Candidates to Outstanding Nonprofits - November 30, 2016 - Rising Ground
Donor Matching Donations Up to $50,000 for School That Gives Students a Voice in Their Education
Makarios Community School is the first and only democratic free school in the Dallas Fort Worth metroplex. The school has received a promise from a generous donor who will match funds up to $50,000 on #givingtuesday, November 29, 2016. Donations will support an increase in staff salaries and... - November 29, 2016 - Makarios Community School
Celebrate Family Caregivers During November
November is National Family Caregivers Month - November 29, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Ribbon Cutting for First Minority All Girls Private School Opens in East Atlanta
The first minority all girls school in Georgia. Philmor Academy Private School, opens in East Atlanta. The mission of the school is to develop girls into global leaders through scholarship, a culture of sisterhood and the pursuit of excellence in everything that they undertake. - November 27, 2016 - Philmor Academy Girls Private School
WeVillage Launches "Santa's Helper" Benefiting Project Angel Food
As part of our annual, Pay It Forward campaign, WeVillage today launches “The Santa’s Helper Project”, a tristate movement, to fill the hearts and lives of children whose parents are suffering from terminal illness. Making this holiday season a little lighter, through positive affirmations of belief, filled with light, love and laughter. - November 25, 2016 - WeVillage LLC LA
WeVillage Breaks Ground on LA Location
WeVillage, breaks ground in LA market. Currently, four desirable locations throughout the Portland area; The Pearl, Orenco Station, Happy Valley, NE Portland. - November 23, 2016 - WeVillage LLC LA