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Staying Safe While Conducting Hands-on Science
Just in time for National Chemistry Week. Sophic Pursuits, Inc. has released a book to help parents and other adults prepare to perform hands-on science activities with children. "Staying Safe while Conducting Hands-On Science: Safety Guidelines for Parents or Other Adults Conducting Hands-On Science Activities with Children" was written by Frankie Wood-Black, Ph.D. - October 15, 2013 - Sophic Pursuits
Maui Based Tutoring Company Earns International Expansion
WooHawaii (Windows of Opportunity Hawaii) Tutoring beat out over 30,000 other U.S. educational services companies this week as the sole recipient of a highly coveted international franchising contract. Under the agreement, the full-service academic tutoring and homeschooling agency will expand its Hawaii-based services to include the initial opening of 77 privately owned and operated centers in the U.S. Future sales are projected to include over 250 learning centers in the U.S. and U.K. by 2015. - October 15, 2013 - WooHawaii - Windows of Opportunity Tutoring
Child Care Lounge Classes Approved in Utah and Washington
Child Care Lounge, an online web resource for child care professionals, is pleased to announce that trainer Joni Levine and classes are now approved for child care providers in the states of Utah and Washington. Child care providers all over the country are required to obtain annual professional... - October 11, 2013 - Child Care Lounge
Child Care & Preschool Open House at the YMCA of Eastern Union County
Learn, Play, Thrive. Do it all at the Y. The YMCA of Eastern Union County - Five Points Branch is hosting an open house October 12th from 2:00-4:00pm at the Five Points Branch Early Learning Development Center located within the YMCA at 201 Tucker Avenue, Union, NJ. - October 10, 2013 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The YMCA of Eastern Union County Offers New Early Learning Readiness Program
Free community program supports school readiness; provides informal family, friend or neighbor caregivers with skills to enhance and support the learning experiences of children in their care - October 08, 2013 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Youth Volunteer Honored by the YMCA of Eastern Union County
Sadesia Wray named 2013 Youth Volunteer for her dedication, engagement and support of children in the School Age Childcare program - October 07, 2013 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Vancouver Waldorf School is Accepting Applications for Their Schools in Vancouver, British Columbia
Vancouver Waldorf School is accepting applications for their schools in Vancouver, British Columbia. This includes the main campus and high school. Their schools in Vancouver, British Columbia offer private education from early children until high school graduation. The school places an emphasis on... - October 05, 2013 - The Vancouver Waldorf School
Growing Sound Releases 6 New Music Videos for Bullying Prevention
Growing Sound, a children’s record label, and publisher, based in the Greater Cincinnati area is pleased to announce the release of a new DVD titled "Before The Bullying: Music Videos for Social Skills." This DVD contains six (6) music videos promoting acceptance, friendship,... - October 01, 2013 - Growing Sound (a division of Children, Inc.)
Cal Coast Academy Student Commended in the 2014 National Merit Scholarship Program
Cal Coast Academy senior Justin Greenhaus received honorable recognition from the National Merit Scholarship Program for his exemplary performance on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test in 2012. - September 29, 2013 - Cal Coast Academy
New Business of Education Applications Saving Money, Time and Resources
RaaWee Inc. announces their unique suite of K12 education administrative solutions at the Texas Association of School Administrators/Texas Association of School Boards (TASA/TASB) joint conference at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, Texas today in Booth # 314. - September 28, 2013 - RaaWee, Inc
International School of Arizona Open House
Welcome! Bienvenidos! Bienvenue! Willkommen! - September 28, 2013 - International School of Arizona
KIT One of Nine Finalists in American Airlines' "Flights.Camera.Action.3" Contest
San Diego based non-profit, Kids Included Together (KIT), lands one of the top spots in American Airlines’ (AA) video contest and they need your vote to win. One lucky voter will win 25,000 AAdvantage points. - September 14, 2013 - Kids Included Together
Interest-Led Learning in Peru- Retreat Designed for Homeschoolers and Unschoolers of the United States
Unique Learning Opportunity for Teens, Families and Adults in Peruvian Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu, November 2013. - September 07, 2013 - Project Unschool Peru
Donation to Charleston Collegiate for Academic Scholarships
A group of anonymous donors have presented Charleston Collegiate School (CCS) with a matching gift of $63,000 to provide scholarships for students who would not otherwise have the opportunity to receive a premier secondary education. The check was presented today at 10:00 a.m. "under the oaks" on the Charleston Collegiate’s campus through Kiawah Cares, by their ambassador, Mr. Jimmy Bailey. - September 07, 2013 - Charleston Collegiate School
He's All Boy Inc. Alphabet Flash Cards Created Especially for Boys Turn Humor and Imagination Into Reading Skills and Excitement for Learning
Introducing ABC flash cards guaranteed to make him (and her) laugh & learn. He's All Boy Inc. was created by a mother and educator who saw a need to create products that make learning, recognizing and remembering everything from ABC's to 1, 2, 3's easy and fun. He's All Boy is not afraid to think outside of the box and create products that infuse the journey of learning with laughter through potty humor. - September 05, 2013 - He's All Boy Inc.
Esteem Me Montessori & Creative Play Opens Its Doors with Help from Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
Innovative Montessori Preschool and Drop-Off Care Facility Celebrated Grand Opening with Local Philanthropic Organization. - August 23, 2013 - Esteem Me Montessori & Creative Play
Clemson University Funds New Charter School’s STEM Program
Pee Dee Math, Science and Technology Academy Wins Award for their L.E.E.P project. - August 22, 2013 - Pee Dee Math, Science and Technology Academy
Homework Help Heroes Has Launched Free Interactive Online Help with Homework Just in Time for the New School Year
Homework Help Heroes is dedicated to providing students with the help they need when they need it, anywhere there is an Internet connection. All of the services are free. However they do depend upon volunteers, people who are willing to step up and be a Hero to a kid who needs one. - August 16, 2013 - Homework Help Heroes
Acclaimed Music Together® Classes to be Offered in San Rafael and Novato
Sing-Dance-Play Music Together® will begin classes this fall in new locations in Novato and San Rafael, announced Sing-Dance-Play director Elina Coulter. The next ten-week semester of classes starts the week of September 9 at Marinwood Community Center in San Rafael, and Hamilton Community... - August 15, 2013 - Sing-Dance-Play
San Francisco's Premier Family Club and Preschool Launches Extended Care Options
Starting in the fall of 2013, Peekadoodle, a preschool for children 20 months to 5 years, will launch a new extended care option. The extended care program, ClubHouse, is a flexible childcare option for parents who need a part time or full time educational program for their preschoolers. ClubHouse... - August 11, 2013 - Peekadoodle
Back to School News: Early College Entrance Preparation is Advocated at Sagemont
Private School College Advisor, Mellesia Nelson, explains that early planning in Middle School lays a solid foundation for navigating the college entrance procedure. - August 09, 2013 - The Sagemont Schools
Esteem Me Montessori & Creative Play Partners with Leukemia and Lymphoma Society for Grand Opening
Innovative Montessori Preschool and Drop-Off Care Facility Celebrates Grand Opening with Local Philanthropic Organization. - August 09, 2013 - Esteem Me Montessori & Creative Play
National Nonprofit Announces Lifetime Achievement Award Winner
Rutgers Professor, Dr. Maurice J. Elias, to receive 2013 Sanford N. McDonnell Award for Lifetime Achievement in Character Education. - August 03, 2013 - Character Education Partnership
Northern Virginia Parents of Two Launch CareLuLu.com, an Easy and Free Online Child Care Search Tool
After struggling to find a daycare, a local entrepreneurial couple creates website to simplify search for other parents. Patrick Matos and Evgeniya (Jen) Usmanova, parent of two girls ages 4 and 2, together with co-founder Gabriel Chagas Marques are on a mission to help families find safe, affordable and high-quality child care and early childhood education. - August 03, 2013 - CareLuLu
Visions In Education Student Graduates from West Point
Visions In Education high school graduate Kirkland Brandenburg has graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York. - August 01, 2013 - Visions In Education K-12 Charter School
Child1st Publications Launches a New, User-Friendly Website
Child1st Publications announced that it has launched a new user-friendly website where customers can track orders, upload purchase orders, and see multiple product pictures before purchasing. - July 27, 2013 - Child1st Publications
Child1st Publications Launches New Refer-a-Friend Program
Child1st Publications launched a new refer-a-friend program where customers can earn unlimited store credit by referring friends to the educational materials. - July 27, 2013 - Child1st Publications
Cominda Academy Launches Products and Services for Kids to Learn Chinese at Home
Kids can now learn Chinese at home with books and Youtube lessons or private Skype lessons offered by Cominda Academy. - July 26, 2013 - Cominda Academy
Pet Adoption Event at The Dave and Mary Alper Jewish Community Center
In an effort to increase community involvement and raise awareness of animal overpopulation, The Dave and Mary Alper Jewish Community Center in collaboration with Miami-Dade County Animal Services Department, will be hosting a pet adoption event. All adoption fees will be ½ off. This event... - July 21, 2013 - Dave and Mary Alper Jewish Community Center
New StarShine Ecovillage Campus Set to Open in Phoenix
StarShine Academy, is a non-profit charter school located in Phoenix, Arizona. StarShine is located in a impoverished area of Phoenix, Arizona. StarShine is dedicated to showing and teaching the students that it does not matter where you come form and that each and every one of them has the ability to change the world. - July 19, 2013 - StarShine Academy
Pressley Ridge Awarded Contract for Washington County Diversion Program
Pressley Ridge of Maryland has been awarded a contract to assume operations of the Washington County Diversion Program effective July 1st providing case management, diversion and mentoring services for at-risk youth. - July 11, 2013 - Pressley Ridge
Maple Bear Bangalore Awarded the "Best Upcoming Preschool Chain in Bangalore"
Maple Bear Bangalore, India, has been awarded the "Best Upcoming Preschool Chain in Bangalore" as a part of the South India Business and Service Excellence Awards. The best play school franchise award was given away by the cricketer Mr. Krishnamachari Srikkanth. According to a company... - July 05, 2013 - Maple Bear
Aya is Cultivating the Next Generation of Community Advocates
Aya Academy of Excellence's Summer's Cool campers are transforming their community through weekly service learning. From creek clean-ups to promoting literacy amongst preschool children, these young people are establishing a legacy of service. Cultivating a heart for service to others through... - July 03, 2013 - Aya Academy of Excellence
Wilmington Montessori School Prepares for 50th Anniversary with Announcement of New Head of School
Wilmington Montessori School announced the appointment of Lisa Lalama to be WMS’s next head of school, effective February 1, 2014, following a nationwide search. Lisa currently serves as coordinator WMS’s 9-12 (fourth through sixth-grade) program and has been a teacher at WMS for the past 12 years. - July 03, 2013 - Wilmington Montessori School
Richard Pieper to Receive National Award for Character and Citizenship
The Character Education Partnership (CEP) is proud to announce that Richard R. Pieper Sr, entrepreneur, community leader and philanthropist, has been chosen to receive the 2013 American Patriot of Character Award. Each year, the award is given to one American citizen whose leadership exemplifies... - June 26, 2013 - Character Education Partnership
Special Wish Wall for Nelson Mandela at African Education Week and Career Indaba in Johannesburg
A wall where expo visitors can write a personal message to former President Nelson Mandela has been constructed at the African Education Week and Career Indaba that is starting at the Sandton Convention Centre tomorrow. Dr Mamphela Ramphele, leader of Agang SA, will deliver the keynote address... - June 21, 2013 - African Education Week
Sagemont Celebrates Stage Production Successes
Sagemont, a Broward private school, finished their drama production season with grand applause. This year’s spring presentations included Willy Wonka, Jr. and The Wizard of Oz. They also presented Legally Blonde: The Musical and 12 Angry Jurors. - June 20, 2013 - The Sagemont Schools
Teens and Pre-Teens to Experience Life-Changing Summer at Weight Loss Camp
This summer parents can keep kids physically active and mentally engaged by signing them up for Get Fit Weight Loss Day Camp. Designed to help overweight youths lose and manage their weight, kicks-off July 16 through August 10, 2013 at Vegas Roots Garden, 715 Tonopah Ave, Las Vegas;Tuesday to... - June 19, 2013 - Rosalind Brooks
Dr Mamphela Ramphele Welcomes Teachers and Learners at African Education Week and Career Indaba in Johannesburg on Thursday
Dr Mamphela Ramphele, leader of Agang SA, will deliver the keynote address during the opening of African Education Week at the Sandton Convention Centre this Thursday, 20 June at 09h00. Thousands of teachers and learners are expected at the seventh annual African Education Week and Career Indaba taking place from Thursday, 20 June until Saturday, 22 June. - June 18, 2013 - African Education Week
Angel's Villa Preschool Launches Day Care in Gurgaon
Angel's Villa, a leading Preschool in Gurgaon, is now offering day care facilities to parents who need expert care for their little kids. - June 16, 2013 - Angel's Villa Preschool
Sittersdirect Ltd is Offering Free Registration for Parents & Care Seekers
Sittersdirect Ltd is one of the best & newly launched online directory offering free registration and access for parents and care seekers. - June 15, 2013 - Sittersdirect Ltd
African Education Week and Career Indaba Offer Free, Practical Workshops for Teachers and Learners
Thousands of teachers and learners are expected at the seventh annual African Education Week and Career Indaba at the Sandton Convention Centre from Thursday 20 June until Saturday 22 June. The events offer teachers practical courses to improve their classroom and technical skills and learners can... - June 13, 2013 - African Education Week
Two College Students Named to National Non-Profit Board of Directors
John Wirges, a junior at Hampden-Sydney College, and Janelle Rouse, a sophomore at Widener University have been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Character Education Partnership (CEP), a national nonprofit based in Washington, DC. CEP works with schools across the nation to develop strategies that reinforce academic excellence and foster respect, responsibility, honesty, diligence, service and citizenship. - June 11, 2013 - Character Education Partnership
Esteem Me Montessori & Creative Play Selects MMI Public Relations as Agency of Record
Local Firm Chosen to Lead Public Relations Campaign for Children’s Montessori Preschool and Childcare Facility - June 10, 2013 - Esteem Me Montessori & Creative Play
Joan Duffell Named to National Nonprofit Board of Directors
Joan Cole Duffell, Executive Director of the Committee for Children, has been appointed to the Board of Directors for the Character Education Partnership (CEP), a national nonprofit based in Washington, DC. CEP works with schools across the nation to develop strategies that reinforce academic... - June 10, 2013 - Character Education Partnership
Promising Practices in Character Education Announced for 2013
The Character Education Partnership (CEP) has announced that it will award 262 Promising Practices to schools, districts, and youth-serving organizations from across the United States as well as from Canada, China, India, Mexico, and New Zealand. This year’s winning practices include unique anti-bullying programs, creative ways to integrate character and academic subjects, effective strategies for developing student leadership, and activities that build community – within the school and beyond. - June 09, 2013 - Character Education Partnership
African Education Week Moderator Graeme Bloch: "Education is Not an Employment Bureau for Adults"
“African Education Week provides a platform to air problems and find solutions: such platforms are very important. We have to talk; we have to hear each other. This is the only way to decide on priorities, to agree on solutions, to find real pathways to real quality.” So says... - June 07, 2013 - African Education Week
Credit Suisse Supports Critical Education Needs
Credit Suisse continued its support of some of Cambodia’s most impoverished children by donating $75,000 to fund the operation of three schools in Phnom Penh. The schools, run by Cambodian Children’s Fund (CCF), were built in 2012 through a separate $90,000 grant provided by Credit... - June 06, 2013 - Cambodian Children's Fund
Vision's Pilot Program is Expanding for Fall 2013
Visions In Education, one of Sacramento valley’s leading provider of Home schooling and Independent Study programs is proud to announce the expansion of their EDGE Online High School program. With increasing demand from interested students, this pilot program has been expanded to accept up to... - June 05, 2013 - Visions In Education K-12 Charter School
Cake Decorating For Kids Cupcake Quick Start Challenge a Success
Cake Decorating For Kids has announced that it latest offering, The Cupcake Quick Start Challenge, has been a huge success. Parents and their kids are blown away with how fun and easy it is to start a cake decorating project and to create the three cupcake characters, Freddie The Fish, The Ravenous Rose and Charlie Chipmunk. Parents and kids are finding cake decorating a great way to spend hours of fun doing an activity the entire family can enjoy together. - June 03, 2013 - Cake Decorating For Kids