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Reality Tour Returns to WVHS: Program Offers Students and Parents the Eye-Opening Production of a Day in the Life of a Drug-Addicted Teen
On Wednesday, October 17th at 7PM the Wayne Alliance will host the third annual Reality Tour at Wayne Valley High School. The program includes a theatrical presentation of the dangerous consequences of drug and alcohol abuse and a question and answer panel. The Reality Tour is open to the public. However, middle school students are highly encouraged to attend with their parents. - September 27, 2012 - Wayne Alliance
The Pinnacle Schools New Director of Education
The Pinnacle Schools announces the appointment of Laura Worshim as Director of Education. The Pinnacle Schools offer therapeutic and academic programs for at-risk and struggling teens. - September 26, 2012 - The Pinnacle Schools
Beacon Day School Welcomes City of La Palma Mayor Pro Tem Steve Hwangbo to Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
On Thursday, September 27th at 5 p.m. PT, Beacon Day School will welcome City of La Palma Mayor Pro Tem Steve Hwangbo to the school's ribbon-cutting ceremony. An open house will follow. - September 26, 2012 - Beacon Day School
Michigan School District Implements Dragonfly Solutions’ SEED Program to Create $6 Million in New Revenue and Energy Savings
Ypsilanti Public Schools signed a contract with Dragonfly Solutions to provide proprietary energy efficiency equipment throughouth the entire district with no money out of pocket through the SEED Program (School Energy Efficiency Development Program) which helps school find revenue rewards in energy efficiency projects and renewable energy projects by generating Clean Skies Certificates that are sold for the District in the Voluntary Energy Market. - September 26, 2012 - Dragonfly Solutions, Inc.
Child Care Lounge Partners with CDA Mentor
Child Care Lounge, an online resource for early childhood professionals, welcomes CDA Mentor, Mattie Kendrick. Ms. Kendrick will offer free CDA support to anyone who enrolls in CDA classes through Child Care Lounge before December 31, 2012. The support includes: CDA Mentor Availability - Email... - September 26, 2012 - Child Care Lounge
New Study by Perceptual Development Corporation Uncovers 20 Areas Impacted by Perceptual Processing Problems, Suggesting Reading Problems Are Not Only About Reading
Perceptual processing problems like dyslexia cause more than just reading problems, they can cause issues with depth perception, attention & concentration, headaches & migraines, and even driving. Non-invasive colored glasses can help. - September 25, 2012 - Irlen Institute
Virtual Speech Center Releases Articulation Speech Therapy App
Virtual Speech Center Inc., a leading provider of mobile applications for speech therapy, announced today the release of Articulation Games, an iPad application for children to practice the articulation of English sounds, available for download from Apple’s iTunes app store. Articulation... - September 21, 2012 - Virtual Speech Center Inc.
Sign Language Benefits Don’t Stop with Babies
Using ASL with children is beneficial beyond toddlerhood. A local mother explains some of the benefits. - September 14, 2012 - My Smart Hands
Mathnasium Learning Center's National TriMathlon to Take Place During Weekend of September 29-30, 2012
Fun-Filled Math Competition for Kids in 3rd-6th Grade to be Held at Mathnasium Learning Centers Nationwide. National Winners will Split $10,000 in Cash and Receive Additional Prizes. - September 13, 2012 - Mathnasium Learning Centers
Enslow Publishers, Inc. to Release Second Book in YA Fantasy Fiction Series
Enslow Publishers, Inc., publisher of books for young adults, announces it will release the young adult fantasy fiction book, The Fortune-Teller: Book II of the Brightstone Saga, in January of 2013. - September 12, 2012 - Enslow Publishers, Inc.
As Back-to-School Excitement Builds, Connecticut Firm Builds New Structure to Advise Families on Educational Choices
The Bertram Group Expands Services to Meet Needs of Parents and Students - September 08, 2012 - The Bertram Group
Kool Kidz Galore Will Give First Profits to Autism Society Foundation
The concept of Kool Kidz Galore was created due to a homework assignment the Founder and CEO's 9 year old son, who has Asperger Syndrome was given. The assignment consisted of creating an invention that relates to or improves upon some aspect of his daily life. After several days of experimenting,... - September 07, 2012 - Kool Kidz Galore
Heather T. Forbes to Present Parent Training in Houston
On Saturday, October 6th, 2012, Heather T. Forbes, LCSW, founder of the Beyond Consequences Institute and internationally published author, is excited to present in Houston,TX. Forbes, an authority on raising children with difficult and severe behaviors and self-development, is conducting her... - September 07, 2012 - Beyond Consequences Institute
Devon Prep Students Collect School Supplies for Needy Families
Students from the Main Line boys school donated the supplies to school age children in North Philadelphia. - September 01, 2012 - Devon Preparatory School
A National Level Showcase for Kids’ Creative Abilities
Finally, talents other than singing and dancing get a national level platform. Showcasing your kid’s special talents to the entire world is now a click away. - August 26, 2012 - CraftedKids.com
Communications Firm Hires COO to Manage Marketing & Public Relations Needs in Education Market
Central FL resident is hired as new Chief Operating Officer for niche communications firm catering to the public school educational market as well as non-profits and organizations that help children achieve success. - August 24, 2012 - Voss & Associates
$1.1 Million Awarded to Chavez Schools to Improve Student Achievement in D.C. Public Schools
Chavez Schools Takes Lead in Educational Innovation and Improvement with OSSE PLaCEs Grant - August 23, 2012 - Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools
Sagemont, a Private School in Weston, FL, Prepares Students for the Future
The Sagemont School in Broward, Fl, takes pride in its alumni who in a competitive work environment are finding success in the fields of medicine, engineering, the arts, athletics and other fields. - August 19, 2012 - The Sagemont Schools
Crossroads Academy to Celebrate the Opening of New School Building
On August 18, Crossroads Academy of Kansas City will host a community celebration at its new location at 1015 Central. The Family Picnic and Ribbon Cutting will begin at 5:30 p.m. for students, families, staff and community supporters. The festivities will mark the transformation of a former... - August 16, 2012 - Crossroads Academy of Kansas City
Neuroscience Nurses Open New Group on RNsights
Neuroscience Nurses have opened a new group on RNsights, the free online community for critical care nurses. This new subgroup can benefit all members by helping to educate other nurses about neuroscience as well as allowing those with a neurology specialty to connect with each other and share... - August 15, 2012 - RNsights
Doodle Bugs! Children’s Centers Celebrates Victor Grand Opening August 15
Family fun will be featured at Doodle Bugs! on Wednesday, August 15, 2012, as part of the center’s Grand Opening Celebration. In addition to a ribbon cutting ceremony and center tours, children’s crafts, face painting, pony rides, bounce house, a clown, refreshments, and CL!X... - August 15, 2012 - Doodle Bugs! Children's Centers
Steven Farina Memorial Fundraiser on Behalf of American Christian School to be Held at Wellness Center for North West Jersey
Pampered for a Purpose - Beauty, Strength, Transformation. There Has Never Been a Better Excuse for Spending Time and Money. Join them for this annual fundraising event on Sunday, Sept 30th at the award winning Wellness Center for North West Jersey LLC, located at Randolph Medical Arts Building in Randolph, NJ. - August 14, 2012 - American Christian School
Pilgrim Lutheran School Announces New Principal
Pilgrim Lutheran School has announced the appointment of their new principal, Mr. Chris Herold. This comes days after the Beaverton School District announced a district wide cut in public school staffing. - August 10, 2012 - Pilgrim Lutheran School
Devon Prep Students Place Second in the National 2012 Solar Car Challenge
While we all endured the extreme heat in the Philadelphia area this summer, a group of Devon Prep students were hoping for as much sunshine as possible in Dallas, Texas. Devon Prep’s Solar Car Team recently took Second Place in the national 2012 Solar Car Challenge at the Texas Motor... - August 05, 2012 - Devon Preparatory School
Active 20-30 Club of Eugene Hosts Second Annual Putt-Putt Golf Tournament Benefiting Local School Children
Thursday, August 9th 2012 at Putters, 5:00 pm The volunteers of the Active 20-30 Club of Eugene will be hosting their second annual Putt-Putt Golf Tournament next Thursday, August 9th. - August 04, 2012 - Active 20-30 of Eugene
YMCA Offers Free Early Learning Readiness Program
Family, Friend, and Neighbor Caregiver Program for Child Development - August 04, 2012 - YMCA of Austin
Boys and Girls Homes of North Carolina Advances to State Board of Education for Charter School Consideration
Boys and Girls Homes of North Carolina, Inc. (B&GH), a non-profit organization offering in-home and out-of-home placements for vulnerable children, announces today that its Flemington Academy has advanced to the State Board of Education (SBE) where decision makers will determine whether or not to grant the academy a charter. - August 02, 2012 - Boys and Girls Homes of North Carolina, Inc.
Kids ABC Letters - Pre-Reading Becomes a Hit on US Google Play
Kids ABC Letters - Pre-Reading, an interactive alphabet for kids, reached #1 in top New Paid on US Google Play Market within a week after its initial release. - August 01, 2012 - Kid's Academy
Private Christian School Reverts to 19th Century Red Brick Schoolhouse: Education by Creator’s Design; Using Gifts, Talents, Abilities to Teach Kids - the Way They Learn
Religious Education Doctoral Candidate and graduate of Columbia University’s Institute for Not-for-Profit Executive Management, Bridgette Chapman continues to keep first things first, with the September 2012 opening of Christian Conservatory Prep, a Nondenominational Ungraded Multiage Nationally Accredited Private Elementary School in Queens, N.Y. Christian Conservatory Prep is NYC’s first 100% Individually Guided Education Program (IGE) purposed to educate children in “the way the learn!” - July 27, 2012 - Christian Conservatory Prep
African Education Week and Career Indaba Attract Record Visitor Numbers
A record +6000 education professionals and learners attended this year’s African Education Week and Career Indaba, organised by Cape Town based, Spintelligent, which took place at the Sandton International Convention Centre from 2-4 July. “This year we made sure that we catered to... - July 25, 2012 - African Education Week
So Love Autistic Center and The Chapel of The Good Shepherd Team up for Autism in Yeadon, PA
Chapel of Good Shepherd is offering usage of underutilized space in their building for new program coming Fall 2012 - July 22, 2012 - So Love Autistic Center
SchoolSpeak Unveils a New User Interface
SchoolSpeak unveils its School Management System's new user interface for better process flow and appeal. - July 22, 2012 - SchoolSpeak Inc.
Kidville Carlsbad Gears Up for Kidville University with Upcoming Open Houses
The August 1st open house will inform parents about the fall Kidville University curriculum and components. - July 19, 2012 - Kidville Carlsbad
The Latest Child Education & Technology Centers Arrive in Houston
Young Leaders Campus will introduce the most innovative Preschool alternative, after-school programs, enrichment classes, and vocationally-inspired birthday parties- for children from 6 months to 12 years old. - July 17, 2012 - A-Society
Jingle Bells: It’s Christmas in July at Kenneth Hahn Park
Cooking with Gabby joins California State Assembly Member Holly Mitchell for "Christmas in July!" Saturday, July 14th, 2012. - July 14, 2012 - Cooking With Gabby
Sage School Expands to Include Kindergarten
Private School Focusing on Language Learning Differences Expands to Include K-8. - July 12, 2012 - Sage School
All Aboard! Rainbow Station Brings on Madison+Main as New Marketing Firm
The Richmond-based marketing firm is now working with early childhood education franchisor. - July 11, 2012 - Rainbow Station
The Y is "Serving Up Summer" with the Walmart Foundation to Fight Child Hunger
The YMCA of Austin joins national effort to serve 5 million healthy meals and snacks to 100,000 children to help keep them well-nourished. - July 05, 2012 - YMCA of Austin
Westlake Preparatory School & Westlake Academy Open House Dates & Seminar Series
Westlake Preparatory School & Westlake Academy for Special Needs Students is conducting a Series of "Open House" Events for the public featuring "Pointers for Parents' Family" Seminars - June 30, 2012 - Westlake Preparatory School & Academy
New Autism Program Opening in Yeadon, PA
So Love Autistic Center today announced preparations to open this Fall in the borough of Yeadon, PA, this program offers a unique integrated service delivery model that incorporates the developmental, educational and therapeutic interventions needed for autistic toddlers ages two through six to... - June 29, 2012 - So Love Autistic Center
4 Ways to Help Your Kids Beat the Summer Slump
John Russo, of Club Z! Tutoring in Nassau, gives parents 4 quick, easy tips to turn the summer brain drain into a fun learning experience for the whole family. - June 23, 2012 - Club Z! of Nassau
Acellus Launches Summer Learning Program
America’s fastest growing online learning program helps students succeed in school. - June 16, 2012 - Acellus Corporation
YMCA Teams with Schlitterbahn to Promote Water Safety
As temperatures get higher, all we want is to get in the water and get refreshed! The YMCA of Austin is teaming with Schlitterbahn to make your wish come true and make you have a fun and safe summer. Schlitterbahn is offering special pricing for friends of the YMCA. Admission, Souvenir Cup and One... - June 16, 2012 - YMCA of Austin
Whole Foods Porter Ranch Donates to Local Our Community School for Gardening Program
Whole Foods in Porter Ranch California donated 20 tons of compost to local Our Community School (OCS) to assist with the schools gardening program. This past year OCS students were taught a comprehensive gardening class. According to Joyce de Brevannes at Wholefoods Porter Ranch, “A big part... - June 14, 2012 - Our Community School
Older Adults Beat the Heat at the YMCA
Active Older Adult Programs Offer Healthy Activities, Socialization in Cool Comfort - June 14, 2012 - YMCA of Austin
San Diego Man Trains for 28.5-Mile Swim in New York City to Benefit Monarch School
Blair Cannon Qualifies to Compete in a Swim Around the Manhattan Island; Aims to Raise Funding for San Diego’s Homeless Youth - June 07, 2012 - Monarch School
New Nurse Practitioner Online Community Launched by NPsights
The new Nurse Practitioner Online Community called NPsights is changing the way NPs share insights and evidence based solutions, collaborate, and find peer support. This new resource is free for all Nurse Practitioners. - June 06, 2012 - RNsights
South Jersey Had First Annual Family Food Distribution Day in Voorhees
1st Annual Family Food Distribution Day Volunteers of all ages will feed over 200 families in South Jersey this weekend! Who: Samost Jewish Family and Children’s Service (www.jfcssnj.org) & Golden Slipper Clubs What: 1st Annual Family Food Distribution Day When: Sunday, June 3rd,... - June 02, 2012 - Samost JFCS
Radio DJ Jim Kerr Has Home Dedicated in His Honor
The soothing voice of Jim Kerr has come into New Yorkers’ homes over the radio waves for 37 years. Currently he is the host of the Jim Kerr Rock & Roll Morning Show on Q104.3. Now, one home will do more than hear his voice—it will bear his name. Since 1987, Jim Kerr has been a... - June 02, 2012 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
Residences for Children with Autism Dedicated
HeartShare Human Services of New York dedicated group homes for children with autism to Joseph and Laura Caruana and Craig and Susan Eaton - June 01, 2012 - HeartShare Human Services of NY