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TEACH Expands to Second Hospital in Michigan
The non-profit now has volunteer college students and medical students conducting science experiments with sick children in hospitals in five different states. - February 19, 2018 - TEACH
One Year in, D.C. Public Schools Parkour Program Has Kids Leaping with Confidence
When Miriam Kenyon went looking for a new way to get DC’s public school kids active and engaged, she found parkour and DC’s American Parkour Academy (APK). Together, Kenyon and APK developed a curriculum that has been rolled out to 40 schools across DC and Maryland and is gaining... - February 16, 2018 - American Parkour
St. Monica Catholic High School Announces Hiring of New Football Coach
Coach Steve Broussard will lead the St. Monica Catholic High School Mariner football program, Principal James Spellman announced today. A first-round NFL Draft pick who spent nine seasons in the NFL as a player, Broussard went on to coach at nearly every level, including five seasons in the Pac-12. - February 15, 2018 - St. Monica Catholic High School
APC by Schneider Electric Announces 2018 IT Make-Over Contest for K-12 Schools
A Cincinnati high school was the 2017 contest winner and received $10,000 of IT improvements. - February 14, 2018 - APC by Schneider Electric
Pop Culture Classroom Opens Doors for Colorado Kids to Explore World of Comics, Games, and Movies Through Educational Spring Break and Summer Camps
Camps ignite children’s imagination, creativity, and love for pop culture through exploratory learning programs in Denver. - February 09, 2018 - Pop Culture Classroom
Scannx Simplifies Interlibrary Loan Fulfillment on OCLC’s Next Generation Platform
Scannx®, the leader in document capture and document delivery software and cloud services for library patrons and staff, and OCLC, a nonprofit global library cooperative, today announced their collaboration to simplify the interlibrary loan process using Scannx scanning software with... - February 07, 2018 - Scannx, Inc.
FEFPA Awards Zyscovich Architects with Top Honors for Design of Seminole County Public Schools' Hamilton Elementary School of Engineering and Technology
The Florida Educational Facilities Planners’ Association (FEFPA), the state’s leading authority on educational design excellence, has just awarded Zyscovich Architects four First Place awards for: Seminole County Public Schools’ Hamilton Elementary School of Engineering and Technology, Miami-Dade County Public Schools’ Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy, South Florida’s Miami Country Day School Center for the Arts, and Palm Beach State College’s Dr. Dennis P. Gallon Campus. - February 07, 2018 - Zyscovich Architects
CrossFlow Enables Central New Mexico Community College to Gain Visibility to Its Campus Network, Assuring the Quality of Critical Services
CrossFlow’s Network Performance Manager provides New Mexico’s largest community college with comprehensive visibility to identify and troubleshoot problems faster, preventing abuses of valuable IT resources and enhancing user experience. - February 07, 2018 - CrossFlow Software
Sundra Michele Bauman, CEO Honored as a Woman of Empowerment by Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Sundra Michele Bauman, CEO of Phoenix, Arizona has been honored as a Woman of Empowerment by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Sundra Michele Bauman, CEO Sundra Michele... - February 07, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Renowned Early Childhood Program Increases College Success: 30-Year Study Shows Impact on Leading Social Determinant of Health
Participating in an intensive early childhood education program from preschool to third grade increases college graduation rates at age 35, according to a new study by University of Minnesota researchers. The study, published in JAMA Pediatrics, tracked the progress of more than 1,500 children... - February 06, 2018 - University of Minnesota
PromSocial Launches Mobile App Set to Change the Way Teens Plan, Organize and Share Their Prom Experience
It’s no surprise that prom is wildly important to most high school students, as a rite of passage and a night they will likely remember for the rest of their lives. PromSocial, an exciting new startup, focused exclusively on the prom experience, aims to eliminate many of the common prom stresses teens face when planning for their big night. - February 04, 2018 - PromSocial
Duo of Shorecrest Seniors Earn U.S. Presidential Scholar Nomination
Greene, Holland Recognized for Exceptional Performance on ACT/SAT - February 02, 2018 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Creative Educational Products, Inc. Debuts Quiztory, as a Web-Based Trivia Game, and “This Day in Quiztory” Into Chicago Public Schools
Creative Educational Products, Inc. and Chicago Public Schools have teamed up to introduce the Quiztory trivia game and “This Day in Quiztory” into CPS’s learning platform beginning February 2018. “This Day in Quiztory” is a weekday podcast that debuted in June 2014... - February 01, 2018 - Creative Educational Products, Inc.
STEMPilot Career Training for British Columbia Canada Students
STEMPilot delivered 4 Edustation flight simulators for career education for schools in British Columbia. The Ministry of Education is focused on training students for future careers in math, science and engineering. The flight simulators coach the student to fly through boxes in the sky over Vancouver flying a Bombardier CRJ aircraft. - January 23, 2018 - STEMPilot Inc.
Rachel's Challenge, an Organization Promoting Safer School Environments, to Hold Open Preview Event in Denver
Rachel's Challenge is a local organization built around the thoughts and ideas of Rachel Joy Scott, the first victim of the Columbine High School shooting. Her father will be hosting an introductory event in the Denver area for those interested in learning more about Rachel while bringing awareness to their school program that has been successful in more than 5,000 schools around the world. - January 22, 2018 - Garlic Media Group
NEOTD.com Hosts the 2018 Tech Symposium 4/19/2018 at LCCC - Elyria, OH
NEOTD.com is hosting its annual Tech Symposium on April 19th, 2018 (1pm-5pm) at LCCC Campus - Spitzer Center - Elyria, Ohio. This free event for Businesses, Schools, Libraries and Government Agencies will feature presentations from the tech industry's top professionals covering topics like Cyber Security - plus, the latest tech products and services. Attendees will be able to interact with experienced tech industry experts and participate in panel discussions. - January 18, 2018 - SpaceBound Solutions
Education Lender Expands Loan Consolidation Opportunities
Helping Borrowers Take Control of Their Financial Future - January 17, 2018 - iHELP Student Loan/RSLFC
Village Tech Schools New Campus Groundbreaking in South Dallas
Village Tech Schools will break ground on their new campus location on Wednesday, January 17th at 1:00 PM located at 402 W. Danieldale Road in Duncanville located in southern Dallas County. The special groundbreaking includes a presentation by Superintendent David Williams to establish and... - January 14, 2018 - Village Tech Schools
The All-New Zero Emissions Blue Bird All American School Bus Heads to Northern California as A-Z Bus Sales Wraps Up Their Ride and Drive Event
After a week of touring in Southern California, the all-new zero emissions Blue Bird All American electric school bus heads to Northern California for its final Ride and Drive Event hosted by A-Z Bus Sales. - January 13, 2018 - A-Z Bus Sales
Classical Conversations® Supports National School Choice Week
National School Choice Week, Jan. 21-27, has rapidly become the world’s largest education-related public awareness effort. Sponsored by Homeschool Now USA, National School Choice Week has grown from 150 events in 2011 to over 21,000 in 2017, according to Andrew Campanella, president of... - January 12, 2018 - Classical Conversations Inc.
National Championships and Commencement Headline Classical Conversations® Capstone Cruise
Planning for the third-annual Classical Conversations® Capstone Cruise is nearing completion, and the deadline for cruise registration is fast approaching. The five-day, four-night cruise and celebration will be on board the Carnival Liberty cruise ship, April 30-May 4. - January 11, 2018 - Classical Conversations Inc.
Marc Demetriou to Speak at Lakeland High School
On January 19, 2018, Marc Demetriou will return to his alma mater Lakeland High School to speak to the school’s chapter of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), DECA members and business education staff on what it takes to be truly successful and to lead their best life. He will be... - January 10, 2018 - Marc Demetriou
A-Z Bus Sales Introduces the New 2018 Blue Bird All American Type D Electric School Bus Ride and Drive Events Throughout California
A-Z Bus Sales, Blue Bird and Adomani team up to showcase the all-new Blue Bird Type D Electric School Bus in California from January 8 through January 17 at select California school districts. - January 05, 2018 - A-Z Bus Sales
Pam S. Hart-Kavulak Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Pam S. Hart-Kavulak of Murray, Nebraska has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Pam S. Hart-Kavulak Pam S. Hart-Kavulak has over 40 years... - January 04, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
Safety Center Returns with Alive at 25 Presentations at Oakridge High School for Its Fourth Year with Funding from State Farm
Funding from Sate Farm has made it possible for Safety Center to return to Oakridge High School for its fourth year presenting to the entire 10th grade the lifesaving information of the Alive at 25 program. With continued funding the Safety Center has established its presence at Oakridge,... - December 23, 2017 - Safety Center
TheBeamer LLC Awarded Competitive Grant from the National Science Foundation
America’s Seed Fund Powered by NSF Provides Funding for R&D; Helps small businesses move innovations out of the lab and into the market - December 22, 2017 - TheBeamer, LLC
Julia L. Reynolds Honored as a Professional of the Year for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Julia L. Reynolds of Russellville, Arkansas has been honored as a Professional of the Year for two consecutive years, 2017 and early admission for 2018, by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding achievements and high level of success for over 40 years in the field of music. - December 20, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Shorecrest Teacher Renews National Board Certification
Sandra Janack, a fifth grade Social Studies teacher and Grade Level Dean at Shorecrest Preparatory School, is one of nearly 4,000 teachers across the United States to renew their certificate as a National Board Certified Teacher (NBCT). National Board Certification was designed to develop, retain... - December 20, 2017 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
William A. Geha Honored as a VIP Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
William A. Geha of Sylvania, Ohio has been honored as a VIP for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements for almost 50 years in the field of education. About William A. Geha William Geha currently works in Sylvania, Ohio and... - December 07, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Muhammed Chaudhry Joins ConnecPath as Advisor
ConnecPath, Inc. (“ConnecPath”) announced today that education champion Muhammed Chaudhry has joined them as an advisor. - December 07, 2017 - ConnecPath Inc.
Five Outstanding Science Books for Arbordale
Bat Count, Cao Chong Weighs an Elephant, Honey Girl, Living Things and Nonliving Things, and Moonlight Crab Count all named to NSTA – CBC reading list. - December 07, 2017 - Arbordale Publishing
NJCTS Kicks Off 10th Year of Webinars with a Tourette Syndrome Guide for School Nurses on January 24
On January 24, 2018, NJCTS will celebrate the 10th Anniversary milestone with a special webinar geared towards school nurses. - December 07, 2017 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Cubelets TWELVE Wins Teachers’ Choice Award for the Classroom
Modular Robotics is proud to announce that their educational toy product, the Cubelets TWELVE is a winner of the 2018 Learning Magazine's Teachers' Choice Award for the Classroom. - December 06, 2017 - Modular Robotics
Advance Reviews, Awards for Uniquely Normal: Tapping the Reservoir of Normalcy to Treat Autism Suggest a "Game-Changer" Book
Advance praise for Robert J. Bernstein’s Uniquely Normal book involve terms like “ground-breaking,”1 “extraordinary,”2 “compelling,”3 “revolutionary”4 and an “alternative to Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).”5 The book also just won... - December 04, 2017 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Ali Hammoud Becomes Youngest Stellar Scholars Avanti Awards Car Design Champion, is Virtually Assured Full-Ride Scholarship to Prestigious College for Creative Studies
Ali Hammoud becomes youngest Summa Cum Laude winner of the prestigious Stellar Scholars Avanti Awards in Automotive Design, cites his interest in drawing cars from age four. - December 04, 2017 - Stellar Scholars
Over 300 Compton Unified Students Are Treated to a Play Day and Tennis Tips from US Open Women’s Champion Sloane Stevens
On Monday, November 27, over 300 students from 14 elementary schools across Compton Unified School District descended upon the beautiful UCLA Tennis Center, ready to show off their tennis skills and receive some pointers from one of the best, tennis star Sloane Stephens. This... - December 01, 2017 - Compton Unified School District
Wixie Wins 2017 Tech & Learning Award of Excellence
Tech4Learning’s Wixie wins a 2017 Award of Excellence for best upgraded software in Tech & Learning magazine's prestigious 35-year-old recognition program. Wixie is an online publishing platform that lets students share what they know through their writing, their voice, and their art. - December 01, 2017 - Tech4Learning, Inc.
MUZZY BBC, the #1 Language Learning Program from Growing Minds Media, Named a BETT Award Finalist
Growing Minds Media's MUZZY BBC language learning program has been shortlisted for BETT's prestigious 2018 International Digital Education Resource award. - November 30, 2017 - Growing Minds Media
Web Active Directory LLC Announces New Client Nacogdoches Independent School District
Web Active Directory, LLC announces new client Nacogdoches Independent School District in Nacogdoches, Texas. - November 30, 2017 - Web Active Directory
National Children’s Advocate & Author Offers Tools to Prevent Real-Life Tragedies Through Heartfelt Stories Packed with Powerful Messages About Kindness & Accountability
Lisa Ozalis-Graham is a children's advocate and author whose book, "The Adventures of Finley and Cisco," provides a tool for educators, parents, caregivers and mental health professionals to introduce the topics of bullying, kindness, resilience, forgiveness, tolerance and celebration of those who are different, kindness and standing up for what is right. - November 29, 2017 - Empower Kids, LLC
NJ MED’s Fourth Annual National High School Graduation Campaign – Class of 2021
Sign-ups for the High School Class of 2021, started November 25, 2017 and ends January 20, 2018. - November 26, 2017 - New Jersey Minority Educational Development
Squash Partnership Provides Opportunity to Low Income Students
Students of Empower College Prep, a public charter school based in Central Phoenix, will serve as the flagship program of Arizona Squash, Inc., a non-profit group that engages underserved Phoenix area youth with academic support, squash and wellness, mentoring, enrichment, and community service to develop high school ready middle schoolers, college ready high schoolers, and career ready adults. - November 22, 2017 - Arizona Squash, Inc.
Shorecrest Junior Walker Willis Earns National Scouting Conservation Award
Shorecrest junior Walker Willis has earned the prestigious Boy Scouts of America William T. Hornaday Silver Medal for his restoration and conservation project "The Native Classroom." The national award, known within Scouting as "an Olympic Medal Bestowed by the Earth," is a... - November 16, 2017 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
SANS Inc. Introduces New Pronunciation Activity Tool for Language Learners
SANS Inc., Software and Network Solutions, has announced the introduction of a new Pronunciation Activity Tool integrated into SANSSpace™, the company’s web-based interactive language learning platform. It will be highlighted this week at the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign... - November 15, 2017 - SANS Inc. Instructional Technology for Language Learning
Beckatt Solutions Showcases 3D Printing Technology at STEM Expo Kick-Off Events
The School District U-46 STEM Expo Kick-Off Events are November 14th at the Gail Borden Library, Rakow Branch, and November 15th at the Gail Borden Library, Main Branch - November 13, 2017 - Beckatt Solutions
NumRush | A Fun Board Game That Changes How to Learn Math
Coming from Vietnam, this board game has made Math Exciting for Kids everywhere by fun gameplay and engaging storytelling all over the world. Now the game is available on Kickstarter. - November 08, 2017 - NumRush US LLC
Cyber Educators International (CEI) is Announcing Their New Organization Focused Exclusively on Cyber Educators at NIST’s NICE Conference
From highly experienced to new cyber educators, cyber educational tools and resources will be made available to members with support provided by industry and government sponsorships. - November 07, 2017 - Cyber Educators International
Beckatt Solutions Exhibited 3D Printing Technology at the Student Excellence Foundation STEM Expo on November 3rd, in Warrenville, IL
The third annual STEM Expo provided students the opportunity to visit exhibits and participate in hands-on STEM experiments. - November 07, 2017 - Beckatt Solutions
Movers and Shakers of the Education Space Revealed in Annual Industry Report
The Educator shines the spotlight on 50 of the most influential professionals in Australian education. - November 07, 2017 - Key Media
Digitr - A Student Hallway Pass App Developed by a 12-Year Old
New York born, but Minnesota raised eighth grader Omar Elamri may just be the youngest person to have created an app now found in the Apple Store. Digitr, Omar’s student hallway pass app, started as a school project for Coders Unite (Omar’s student coding program) when he was just 12... - November 01, 2017 - Digitr