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Child Care Lounge Offers New Biting Class
Child Care Lounge, an online resource for early childhood professionals, is proud to announce their newest online class for child care teachers. “Understanding and Responding to Biting” is a one-hour class that will help child care providers learn how to prevent and manage biting. One... - October 09, 2011 - Child Care Lounge
AuPairCare Hosts International Family Day for Marin Area Families and Au Pairs Promises Pumpkins and Much, Much More
AuPairCare Live-in Childcare is thrilled to announce International Family Day for Marin area families and their international au pairs to be held at Tolay Regional Park in Petaluma, CA on Saturday, October 15. There will be games for the kids, pumpkin picking, hay rides, and fun for the entire family. The public is invited to participate in this day of fun and cultural exchange. - September 23, 2011 - AuPairCare Live-in Childcare
HeartShare Human Services is Reaccredited by COA
William R. Guarinello, President and CEO of HeartShare Human Services of New York, announced today that the nonprofit organization has been reaccredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA). COA accreditation attests that HeartShare meets the highest national standards and is delivering the best... - September 23, 2011 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
Sagemont, a Broward County Private School, Partners with Backpacks for ‘Bama
Sagemont, a private school serving Cooper City, Miramar, Davie and all West Broward, partners with Backpacks for ‘Bama to help provide fully supplied backpacks to students living in the tornado-ravaged areas of Tuscaloosa, Alabama. - September 21, 2011 - The Sagemont Schools
Achieve Beyond is Featured in Washington Family Magazine
The nationwide pediatric therapy & autism services company who provides early intervention health care services has an applied behavior analysis article published in Washington Family Magazine. - September 16, 2011 - Achieve Beyond: Pediatric Therapy and Autism Services
ALTEC to Help Fort Leavenworth Students Build 21st Century Skills
ALTEC, a division of the University of Kansas Center for Research on Learning, will help students in Unified School District 207 in Fort Leavenworth, Kan., develop 21st Century Skills as part of a $2.5 million grant from the Department of Defense Education Activity’s Educational Partnership. - September 15, 2011 - Fort Leavenworth USD 207
Parents as Teachers COO Receives St. Louis Business Journal Diverse Business Leader Award
Cheryle Dyle-Palmer, chief operating officer for the Parents as Teachers national headquarters, will be recognized during the St. Louis Business Journal’s Diverse Business Leaders Awards. - September 08, 2011 - Parents as Teachers
Student Athlete from a Broward Private School Spends Two Weeks in Russia on Goodwill Mission
Sagemont School Senior, Jeff Coby, was one of 20 high achieving student athletes selected to spend two weeks in Russia representing the United States as part of a goodwill mission. - September 05, 2011 - The Sagemont Schools
Carson Long Military Academy Celebrates 175th Anniversary
CLMA is Oldest Boarding School in U.S. to Still Provide Military Training - September 03, 2011 - Carson Long Military Academy
Bloom Children's Center Adds Unique Value to Warrenville
Bloom Children's Center is a brand new child care center with a one-of-a-kind curriculum that is taking Warrnville by Storm. - August 31, 2011 - Bloom Children's Center
Sagemont, a Broward County Private School, Celebrates Its 15th Anniversary
Sagemont, a private school in Broward, celebrates its 15th anniversary. Sagemont serves elementary, middle and high school students from Weston, Plantation, Cooper City and other neighboring cities. - August 27, 2011 - The Sagemont Schools
Enslow Publishers, Inc. Announces Book Three in the Hannah Pritchard Trilogy
Enslow Publishers, Inc., a leading publisher of children’s books for the school and library market, proudly announces the release of the third book in the Hannah Pritchard pirate trilogy. - August 25, 2011 - Enslow Publishers, Inc.
Mayor Mayer Addresses Campers at the 2011 Wow! Science Camp® Graduation
Mayor David Mayer of Gloucester Township, New Jersey, and Freeholder Carmen Rodriguez were on hand on Friday to congratulate campers who participated in Wow! Science Camp this summer. - August 25, 2011 - Wow! Science Camp
Church Opens Day Care & Development Center in Flowery Branch, GA
Open House Planned for August 27. - August 22, 2011 - Kids of Covenant Child Care & Development Center
safetyNETkids Makes Children No Easy Targets for Abuse, Abduction and Bullying
Since 2003, safety instructor and founder of safetyNETkids, Glenn Olson has been dedicated to providing children with exact responses to the real threats of abduction, abuse and bullying. Recent enhancements make it the most comprehensive safetyNETkids program ever offered. - August 17, 2011 - safetyNETkids
Virtual Speech Center Inc. Releases a Free iPhone Application for Speech Language Pathologists
Virtual Speech Center Inc., the provider of online speech therapy (telepractice), announced today the release of Quick Artic, an articulation iPhone application available for free download on Apple’s iTunes App store. Quick Artic is a free IPhone application for Speech Language Pathologists... - August 11, 2011 - Virtual Speech Center Inc.
Ben Speaks to be Interviewed on Arizona Radio Show 8/10/2011
Judy Giovangelo, Executive Director of Ben Speaks, to be interviewed about Overcoming Loved Ones Suicide on live radio in Phoenix Arizona at 5:00 PM PST on August 10, 2011. Judy lost her teenage son on April 16th 2009 to suicide and will talk about the growing trends of teen suicide and how you can be the change for the youth of today. - August 09, 2011 - Ben Speaks
Local Mom Teams Up with Toy Store to Teach Baby Sign Language
Jacksonville mom uses her background in special education and American Sign Language to help children communicate with their families. A local toy store is hosting the meetings during August. - August 04, 2011 - My Smart Hands
Dr. Nadine Cartwright-Lowe Opens Health Education & Health Coaching Practice at Pinnacle Educational Center
Nadine Cartwright-Lowe, MD, an internal medicine physician, has opened her health education and health coaching practice at Pinnacle Educational Center. Pinnacle Educational Center, headquartered in Woodbridge, Connecticut, with satellite offices in Greenwich and Manhattan, is an educational,... - July 31, 2011 - Pinnacle Educational Center
New Playground Encourages Learning Through Play at Lickhill Primary School
The new playground installation at Lickhill Primary School was completed on January 31st 2011. Since then, the children have been putting it through its paces as a space to play, learn and explore. The play equipment was fitted by Playsmart UK. They understand that children interpret spaces quite... - July 28, 2011 - Playsmart UK Ltd
Local Child Care Center Continues to Thrive with Start of New Montessori Program
“Ms. Barringer, Ms. Barringer, Ms. Barringer,” a group of smiling preschoolers call out on a typical bustling morning at Early Steps Learning Center. There rarely is a dull – or quiet moment at the Center, but Ms. Barringer wouldn’t have it any other way. "Running a... - July 20, 2011 - Early Steps Learning Center
Ben Speak Announces "A Concert to Remember" on 7/29/11
Ben Speaks announces “A Concert to Remember” on July 29th, 2011 in Hopkinton, MA with teenage artists that include Abbey Perrault, Mary Kate Shanahan, Ashley Gorham, Abbey Hennigan, and Evan Katz. The concert will bring the community together through music and art to remember those who... - July 18, 2011 - Ben Speaks
Relaunch of Child Care Directory for Online Search
The Child Care Directory has re-launched their free online data base website so parents can easily find quality child care throughout Canada. Written by 2 former child care directors, the website offers information on choosing the best child care including nursery schools, day care, Montessori, special needs care, activities and more. The directory is an important source of information for child care providers, with industry news, workshops, newsletters, job listings and related links. - July 18, 2011 - canadian child care directory
Appel Farm Arts Camp Presents Shakespeare Theatre of NJ Performance of Love's Labour's Lost
Campers studying performing arts at Appel Farm Arts Camp (Elmer, NJ) will have the opportunity to see a fully-produced performance of Shakespeare's Love's Labour's Lost by the acclaimed Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey. - July 15, 2011 - Appel Farm Arts Camp
Global Indian International School Singapore Student Aces IB Examination 2011 with a Perfect Score of 45/45
Global Indian International School (GIIS) produced another International Baccalaureate (IB) World Top Scorer this year with Nishi Anand, taking the top position at the IB Diploma Programme Examination with a perfect score of 45 out of 45. Nishi Anand has acquired the highest possible score,... - July 10, 2011 - Global Indian International School
Elementary School Administrators Kiss a Pig as Part of Motivational Reading Program
Elementary School Administrators at The Sagemont School, a private school in Broward Florida, kissed a pig as culmination of a school wide Accelerated Reader Challenge. Each year students are challenged to increase their reading goals. This year the students enthusiastically surpassed their goal to see their administrators kiss a pig. - July 09, 2011 - The Sagemont Schools
Westlake Academy "Pointers for Parents" Lecture Series - Open House Dates
Westlake Academy, Special needs school will be hosting its annual series "Pointers For Parents" Family Seminars discussing topics for special needs students and families. Join them for the latest information and guidance. - July 09, 2011 - Westlake Preparatory School & Academy
Glee Star & San Diego Adventurer Lend Their Names to 33-Story Rappel for Kids Included Together (KIT)
Lauren Potter & Erica Davis join ‘Over the Edge for KIT’ - A spectacular charity event benefiting San Diego youth. - July 08, 2011 - Kids Included Together
Global Indian International School Bags Top 3 Awards in Education Excellence at the Global Performance Excellence Awards
Global Indian International School (GIIS) was today announced to have clinched the top three awards in educational excellence at the annual Global Performance Excellence Award (GPEA); becoming the only school recognized under the Education category. Administered by the Asia Pacific Quality... - July 07, 2011 - Global Indian International School
Parents as Teachers Welcomes Former Senator Kit Bond to the Board of Directors
The Parents as Teachers national office is pleased to announce that former United States Senator Christopher “Kit” Bond, a longtime supporter of Parents as Teachers and advocate for families and children, has accepted a seat on its board of directors. Parents as Teachers helps... - July 02, 2011 - Parents as Teachers
Camp Sagemont & Swim Academy Join in World’s Largest Swim Lesson
The Swim Academy, headquartered at Camp Sagemont in Broward, FL, participated in the world’s largest swim lesson to help break the Guinness World Record. Camp Sagemont, a summer day camp, was a natural venue for this event. - June 29, 2011 - The Sagemont Schools
Cal Coast Academy Relocates School Campus to Del Mar
Cal Coast Academy is on the move – literally. The new state-of-the-art school campus is slated to make its opening debut in Del Mar on Monday, June 27. - June 27, 2011 - Cal Coast Academy
Ganeinu – Early Childhood Development Center Awarded "Eco-Healthy" National Recognition
Ganeinu-Chabad’s Early Childhood Development Center, located in the Southside of Jacksonville has been designated “Eco-Healthy” by the National EHCC - Eco-Healthy Child Care Agency, meaning it meets at least 25 eco-healthy standards in areas such as wall and ceiling paint, floor... - June 26, 2011 - Ganeinu - Early Childhood Development Center
Lifelong Learn Announces Release of New Book, Smart Environments
Lifelong Learn announces the new release of the new book Smart Environments. This book is available both as an E-Book and print-based. - June 26, 2011 - LifeLong Learn
Lifelong Learn Announces New Release of First of the Science Series Children’s Book, Rain
Lifelong Learn is pleased to offer the first of the Children’s Science Books, Rain, on their website. This book uses full-page photographs to help children understand the cycle of rain. The book is geared toward early readers. The photos and repetitive wording help children to read the book... - June 26, 2011 - LifeLong Learn
Ben Speaks About Empowerment and Change
In her most recent blog post Lions, Tigers and Bears, Ben Speaks founder Judy Giovangelo continues her uplifting message about the tornadoes of today and our past, and how we learn to be empowered through our experiences. Ben Speaks is a non-profit organization whose goal is to empower the youth of today to be the change they want to see in the world. - June 22, 2011 - Ben Speaks
Florida Nonprofit Launches Therapy Summer Camp for Kids with Disabilities and Baby Class
The Jordan Klausner Foundation, a nonprofit organization for children with disabilities, starts another summer of education and therapy services Monday and launches a new class for infants and their parents. The camp runs from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. every weekday from June 20 to July 29 and is... - June 17, 2011 - Jordan Klausner Foundation Inc
African Education Week Looks at How to Meet the Skills Demand in the Workplace
One of the key issues facing South African FET colleges and universities is the need to align courses with the demand for skills in the workplace. This is according to Claire O’Connell, project director of the upcoming African Education Week, taking place from 6-8 July in Johannesburg,... - June 17, 2011 - African Education Week
JN Prioleau, Author of the Books "Clyde" and "Clyde and His Messy Room," Releases Her Third Children's Book, "Clyde, the Wonderful Reader"
Children's book author, JN Prioleau will be publishing her third children's book summer of 2011 titled, "Clyde, the Wonderful Reader." Originally from Charleston, SC, JN Prioleau always had a passion for writing since the age of 11. She has written several poems and had the opportunity... - June 07, 2011 - JN Prioleau
Focus on Safety in Schools and Universities at African Education Week
The safety of learners, students and staff at South African schools and universities is a growing concern with daily reports of violence, drug abuse, bullying, petty theft, and intimidation by peers. At the annual African Education Week in Johannesburg in July, the education sector will focus on creating a safer and more secure learning environment and also look at technology that is helping to prevent security breaches. - June 02, 2011 - African Education Week
My Baby Fingers Encourages Parents to “Hop on the Smile Train” to Help Children Born with Cleft Lips and Palates
My Baby Fingers, known for their infant and children’s programs that teach American Sign Language (ASL) and provide music therapy to kids of all ages, is teaming up with Smile Train, the international charity for children born with cleft lips and cleft palates. From now until August 31, 2011,... - June 01, 2011 - Baby Fingers
Focus on Technology at African Education Week: Microsoft’s Xbox Kinect Uses Games to Teach in South Africa
Teachers in a South African primary school are using Microsoft’s interactive hands-free gaming systems, Xbox Kinect, to improve English literacy among learners. Microsoft says both learners and teachers have embraced the new technology in the classroom. Victor Ngobeni, Manager of... - May 27, 2011 - African Education Week
QuickSitter.com Offers Relief for Parents This Summer
While the price of gas and common household products continue to increase, QuickSitter.com has decided to offer parents some relief and drastically cut their rates to hire one of their qualified, professional sitters during the summer. - May 27, 2011 - QuickSitter.com
Thomas G. Knight Wins Award
Thomas G. Knight, Director of International Recruiting for Fieldstone Academy Named VIP of the Year in Education by Cambridge Who's Who of Business Executives. - May 19, 2011 - Fieldstone Academy
Parents as Teachers CEO Receives Lifetime Achievement Award from Missouri Association for Social Welfare
Susan Stepleton, who has served as president and CEO of Parents as Teachers for the past ten years, was recognized for a lifetime of achievement by the Missouri Association of Social Welfare (MASW) on May 18 for her contributions in social work and early childhood education. - May 19, 2011 - Parents as Teachers
I am Moving, I am Learning: One Day Intensive Workshop Offered to Child Care Providers by The Rhode Island Child Care Resource Center
Two Rhode Island State Departments collaborate with local Non-Profit to offer a nationwide professional development opportunity to combat early childhood obesity. - May 18, 2011 - Rhode Island AEYC
Sagemont, Private High School in Broward, Receives Record Amount of Academic Scholarship Dollars in 2011
The Sagemont School’s 2011 high school graduates were offered a record amount of academic scholarship dollars. The school is dedicated to its model for creating champions in academics, athletics and the arts. - May 17, 2011 - The Sagemont Schools
Achieve Beyond is Hiring BCBA Therapists Nationwide
The pediatric therapy and educational services company, Achieve Beyond, is recruiting experienced BCBA therapists to provide Applied Behavior Analysis based autism services to children in need nationwide. - May 13, 2011 - Achieve Beyond: Pediatric Therapy and Autism Services
Mattie Miracle Praises Legislation Introduced by Van Hollen and McCaul Addressing Psychosocial Needs of Kids with Cancer
DC-Based Non-Profit Congratulates Reps. Van Hollen and McCaul for Introducing Legislation Calling for Greater Support of the Psychosocial Needs of Children and Families Dealing with Childhood Cancer. - May 13, 2011 - Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation
Harbor Country Day School’s Strawberry Festival to Support Stony Brook Children’s Hospital
Announcing Harbor Country Day School’s 1st Annual Strawberry Festival to be held on Saturday, June 4, 2011 from 10am to 4pm (rain date: Sunday, June 5, 2011) at the school’s 11-acre campus located at 17 Three Sisters Road in Saint James, NY. This is a celebration of Long Island-grown strawberries. Activities will include strawberry fun, craft and food vendors, local musicians, children’s entertainment and games. - May 11, 2011 - Harbor Country Day School