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Two Philadelphia County High School Seniors to Receive Academic Scholarships for Higher Education
The Craig D. Butler Scholarship Foundation announced today that two 2022 recipients have been selected for its annual scholarship grants. The announcement was made by the foundation’s founder and president, Khadijah Butler. - May 20, 2022 - Craig D. Butler Scholarship Foundation
Switzer Learning Center Students Participate in Annual Special Olympics Day Activities
Students of all learning abilities participate in a one-day Special Olympics event held in Torrance, CA. - May 20, 2022 - Switzer Learning Center
Young Rembrandts Kindles Creativity of Students in Rockford
Young Rembrandts, a national leading childhood art enrichment program announces a new franchisee in Rockford, IL. Locally owned and operated by franchisee Amber Thacker, the new Young Rembrandts territory serves schools in multiple locations such as Rockford, Roscoe, Belvedere, Machesney Park, Loves Park, Byron and Winnebago. The opening builds on the momentum as the brand continues to fill the need for brain-based creative learning in communities across the globe. - May 20, 2022 - Young Rembrandts
Young Chefs® Academy Experiences Record Growth in Same Store Sales
The nation's premier children's cooking school experiences unparalleled same-store sales growth due to a comprehensive training program and ongoing support that equips franchise owners with the tools to create an exciting local experience, along with a strong, collaborative network of franchise partners who align with the company's core values. - May 18, 2022 - Young Chefs Academy
Lakeisha Marie Davis Celebrated as a Woman of the Month for April 2022 by P.O.W.E.R. - Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Lakeisha Marie Davis of East Orange, New Jersey has been celebrated as a Woman of the Month for April 2022 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. Each month P.O.W.E.R. features women... - May 17, 2022 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Winners Announced for National S.T.E.M. League Finals for Ten80 Teams
Middle and High School STEM teams compete for custom trophies in event sponsored by Mouser. - May 13, 2022 - Ten80 Education LLC
American Association of Community Colleges Elects Southwest Tennessee Community College President Tracy D. Hall to National Board of Directors
The American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) has elected Southwest Tennessee Community College President Tracy D. Hall to its board of directors to represent the National Council on Black American Affairs (NCBAA). Dr. Hall will serve a three-year term, effective July 1, 2022 – June... - May 13, 2022 - Southwest Tennessee Community College
North Texas Siblings Donate Communication Board to Their First School
Three Rowlett residents, a mom and her two kids, are breaking communication barriers for children in their hometown. Two of the youngest donors previously attended the preschool program for children with disabilities at that school: Victor and Alice. Their mother, Barbara Fernandes, a speech-language pathologist and founder of a special education technology company, designed the picture symbols and the communication board itself. - May 13, 2022 - Smarty Symbols
"Dead Last: The Triumph of Character, Passion, and Teamwork in Education," by Stephen Wallis, Author
Breakthrough book detailing how American K-12 schools can achieve world-class standards of excellence that enhance first-rate teaching, propel student academic performance achievement, and promote a school’s shared partnership with parents and families in the education of a community’s youngsters. - May 12, 2022 - Stephen Wallis
Morningbird Media Corporation Awarded a U.S. Patent for New 3D Printer Capable of Printing Electronics
The Electronic Alchemy eforge is an advanced multi-material FDM 3D printer capable of printing functional electronic components and devices. - May 07, 2022 - Morningbird Media Corporation
Girls Empowerment in "A Grand Slam Birthday," by Chrysa Smith
Dynamic, young Dory Oslo turns her frilly cousin Izzy's boring dance party into an extraordinary baseball game. The turn of events comes as an unusual gift opens up a world of possibilities for the entire gang at the party. The most unlikely batter wins the game and Dory even learns a new dance step or two. - May 05, 2022 - Chrysa Smith
Karen Corcoran Walsh Scholarship for Mental Health Awareness Still Accepting Applications
The Karen Corcoran Walsh scholarship is a scholarship awarded to students who have an interest in working in the mental health industry or field after graduating. The scholarship's main aim is to create awareness of the common issues that are surrounding mental health. It aims to make sure that... - April 30, 2022 - Karen Corcoran Walsh
Persona Life Skills Social-Emotional Learning Integrates with NetSupport’s classroom.cloud
Persona Education, the UK based edtech company funded by Innovate UK and Google Cloud for Startups, has announced its popular online social-emotional learning platform, Persona Life Skills, will now be linked directly from a new "Connectors" section in NetSupport’s award-winning solution for classroom management, online safety and device management, classroom.cloud. - April 30, 2022 - Persona Education Ltd
New Book "The Alphabet Grand Prix" Released by Wet Duck Publishing
Author Andy Cox and Illustrator Richard Kinsey team up for this educational book for young learners. "The Alphabet Grand Prix" is an alliterative romp through the ABCs with personified letters driving cars with their animal friends. This "lively educational book" (Kirkus Reviews) is set to delight children as they learn along the way. - April 27, 2022 - Wet Duck Publishing
AC Brainy is Transforming Air Conditioning Maintenance for Homes and Businesses
A Georgia man is seeking to transform the HVAC industry with a new mobile application that protects the pocketbooks of consumers and businesses. With 32 years of experience in energy analytics and 12 in the HVAC automated fault detection field, he saw an opportunity to create a mobile application that lowers the mysterious veil of an HVAC. Most people don't give it a thought until it is broken. The fact is that 90% of repairs or failures can be avoided with advanced diagnostics and alerts. - April 22, 2022 - AC Brainy
MakerUSA Launches to Build Pathways Into Maker Careers and Entrepreneurship
MakerUSA, a new organization incubated within the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE), launched today in conjunction with NACCE’s annual make/SHIFT conference. MakerUSA's mission is to accelerate social mobility and community-driven innovation by expanding pathways for underserved students into maker careers and entrepreneurship. - April 20, 2022 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Indigo Founder and CEO Sheri Smith: Spiritual Entrepreneurship is Foundational to a Just and Inclusive Society
Last week, Rev. Rich Tafel of the Church of the Holy City sat down with Indigo Founder and CEO Sheri Smith, one of the thought leaders in the field of spiritual entrepreneurship. Sheri created an education company called Indigo, with a vision of ushering in an education system that shifts away from... - April 20, 2022 - Church of the Holy City
Gayle Davies Joins PATHS Program LLC as National Account Manager
PATHS Program LLC announced the hiring of Gayle Davies as national account manager. Davies is responsible for creating and maintaining strong long-term relationships with clients across the United States and Canada. “Gayle is a key player as we build a more dynamic business development... - April 15, 2022 - PATHS Program LLC
Celebrate National First Ladies Day on April 30
Who is your favorite First Lady and why? The National First Ladies Day Commission (nfldc) announced that National First Ladies Day will be observed this year on Saturday, April 30. National First Ladies Day is celebrated on the last Saturday of April every year to honor all First Ladies of the... - April 12, 2022 - National First Ladies' Library
Clyde Publishers Inspires 2nd-5th Graders to be Scientists & Engineers
Kids are free this National Look Up At The Sky Day for Clyde Publisher’s Family Star Gazing Event at Shelby Farms this Thursday, April 14th from 5:00-8:40 PM. With a variety of food trucks and partners such as the American Red Cross, The Miss Tennessee Scholarship Pageant, Mathnasium of Wolfchase and Oak Court, and surprise guests relating to STEM. - April 11, 2022 - Clyde Publishers
USA Track & Field Foundation and Healthy Kids Running Series Announce Partnership
Healthy Kids Running Series is excited to announce a partnership with the USA Track & Field Foundation for the new Run For All initiative. Run For All will bring the tried and true programming into underserved communities in urban areas, the Foundation is generously providing registration for... - April 07, 2022 - Healthy Kids Running Series
Best Education Websites to be Named by Web Marketing Association in 26th Annual WebAward Competition
The Web Marketing Association will name the best education websites in the world as part of their 26th annual international WebAward Competition for Web site development. Education Websites can be entered into consideration for the 2022 Best Education Website and other education-related WebAwards at www.webaward.org. - April 07, 2022 - Web Marketing Association
CEE’s Annual Congressional Luncheon is April 28
Upcoming Zoom event to focus on STEM education. - April 07, 2022 - Center for Excellence in Education (CEE)
Talcott Mountain Science Center Selects Jeffrey L. Martin as Next Executive Director
Talcott Mountain Science Center for Student Involvement, Inc. (TMSC) today announced that its board of trustees has selected Jeffrey L. Martin as its next Executive Director, effective July 1, 2022. Martin will succeed Jonathan R. Craig, who will retire from his executive director role after... - April 06, 2022 - Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy
The Nurses Pub Club Delivers Cultural Capital to LAUSD for Future Medical Professionals
Grant Funding Provides Resources for Launch of Nurses Pub Club After-School Program - April 04, 2022 - The Nurses Pub
Inspired by Actual Events, New Historical Adventure Novel Celebrates the Role of Women in the Battle for America’s Independence
The contributions of women to the American Revolution are often ignored. “Answering Liberty’s Call: Anna Stone’s Daring Ride to Valley Forge,” tells the story of one woman’s heroic mission of mercy. The heart-racing novel draws inspiration from actual events experienced by one of the author’s ancestors. - March 30, 2022 - Bublish
$150,000 in Cal Coast Cares Foundation Student Scholarships Available – Application Period Extended
The deadline for local students to submit scholarship applications has been extended to April 15, 2022 by the Cal Coast Cares Foundation. - March 26, 2022 - California Coast Credit Union
Oaklea Press to Give Away 1000s of Copies of a Book That Purports to Solve "The Hard Problem of Consciousness"
The publisher of The Oaklea Press has arranged for the Kindle edition of its title, “Consciousness, The Hard Problem Solved” to be free to download on March 23, 2022. - March 23, 2022 - The Oaklea Press
Yolanda Clemons Smith Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Yolanda Clemons Smith of New York, New York has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2022 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievement in the field of education finance. About Yolanda Clemons Smith Yolanda Clemons Smith is the... - March 23, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
AACC Names William Weppner 2022 Dale P. Parnell Distinguished Faculty Award Recipient
The American Association of Community College (AACC) has awarded William Weppner, associate professor of mathematics at Southwest Tennessee Community College, the Dale P. Parnell Distinguished Faculty Award for his outstanding leadership, dedication to students, illustrious career and community service. - March 17, 2022 - Southwest Tennessee Community College
Healthy Kids Running Series Tackling Childhood Health Issues in Over 350 U.S. Towns & Cities
As pandemic restrictions lift and parents and children resume more of their activities, there’s one national nonprofit leading the charge to promote, educate and advocate for children to have a healthy and active lifestyle. Healthy Kids Running Series (HKRS) is a national nonprofit based in the Philly/tri-state area with over 350 participating U.S. cities and towns, and the organization is excited to announce that this year they will be expanding to Europe. - March 16, 2022 - Healthy Kids Running Series
SolarCraft Completes Third Solar Power Install at Sonoma Academy - Sonoma County Net Zero Carbon School Leads in Sustainability
Novato and Sonoma-based SolarCraft has completed a 354 kW solar power system at Sonoma Academy in Santa Rosa, CA. The Sonoma County Private High School is now generating additional 482,786 kWh of energy from the sun every year, saving the School nearly $99,000 in utility bills annually. - March 15, 2022 - SolarCraft
STEM Center for Strength Special Event - Recovery Over Time Panel
On 05.07.19, two students from STEM School Highlands Ranch, targeted students with gun violence, killing one 18-year-old male, Kendrick Castillo, and severely injuring eight other students. In response to the needs and request of this impacted community, STEM Center for Strength is hosting a panel, “Recovery Over Time,” with survivors of mass gun violence. The discussion will be centered around what trauma recovery looks like at different points of time from a survivor's perspective. - March 14, 2022 - STEM Center for Strength
The Citizen Science Lab Receives $75,000 Moonshot Grant to Create Experimental STEM Libraries
Free volunteer-led community libraries will house science kits and experiments for children. - March 10, 2022 - The Citizen Science Lab
From Trenton House Publishing: Children's Picture Book Broaches Era's Racist Attitudes and Actions/John Muir and the National Parks
Conservationist John Muir is lauded as Father of the National Parks, but is that the whole story? Nine-year-old Sophia travels back in time with a prospector and his trusty mule to discover Muir's love for nature (especially California's Yosemite region). Sophia also learns about the era's attitudes and mistreatment towards Native Americans. A "Must read" - P. Reefer, Reedsy Discovery Reviews. Now at Amazon and select booksellers. More info/author contact at CasettaKids.com - March 07, 2022 - CasettaKids LLC
CEE's Teacher Enrichment Program Announces Spring 2022 Schedule
Free virtual STEM events for educators to be held this spring. - March 05, 2022 - Center for Excellence in Education (CEE)
NJ MED Launches Its new Global Project Management Professional (PMP) - Certification Program
The first-ever Global PMP program that combines education, sports, and social media certification. - March 02, 2022 - New Jersey Minority Educational Development
Jeanne Ziobro Joins PATHS Program LLC as Chief Product Officer
PATHS Program LLC announced the hiring of Jeanne Ziobro as chief product officer. Ziobro joins the company to expand its suite of social emotional learning (SEL) product offerings. Ziobro will identify problems in the educational SEL market, develop a product vision and strategy, and create partnerships and resources to enable hybrid curriculum delivery methods. - February 26, 2022 - PATHS Program LLC
CESO Broadens Scope of Advisory Services with Acquisition of Decision Support Group
The Center for Effective School Operations (CESO) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Decision Support Group, LLC. (DSG). The acquisition is part of CESO’s efforts to expand and enhance its existing advisory and operational services to school districts across North America. “The... - February 25, 2022 - Center for Effective School Operations
Academy of the Arts Launches 500 for 100 Challenge as Alesia Family Foundation Pledges $100,000 to the Academy
Academy of the Arts, a new, non-profit academic and art school in Chicago’s western suburbs, raised nearly $200,000 last week at its first major fundraising event, a concert and reception featuring Broadway performers, including a $100,000 grant from the Alesia Family Foundation. The Academy also announced a new campaign called the 500 for $100 Challenge to secure another $600,0000 and solidify its projection to begin programming this fall. - February 25, 2022 - Academy of the Arts
220 Media & Marketing Announces New Publication from Casey Morris, PhD Illustrates Equity and Equality for Our Younger Generations
Diversity. Inclusion. Equity. Equality. These might be tough words for children ages six years through twelve years old. But are they? - February 19, 2022 - 220 Media and Marketing
CEE's USA Biolympiad Finals to be Hosted by Marymount University
Nation's premier biology education and testing program for high school students will take place on MU's campus. - February 18, 2022 - Center for Excellence in Education (CEE)
New STEM Program for High School Students
Free virtual events for high school students to explore STEM careers. - February 17, 2022 - Center for Excellence in Education (CEE)
Teno's New Bus Tracker Feature Ensures Students’ Safety and Security
It is very important for schools and parents to know the whereabouts of the students once they leave the school premises. Teno's upcoming bus tracker feature will provide the live location of the bus and children traveling to and from school. - February 17, 2022 - Teno app
Elaine Dixon Recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2022 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Elaine Dixon of Jamaica, New York has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2022 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Elaine Dixon Elaine Dixon is the owner and program director of D'Little... - February 15, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
William A. Geha Celebrated as a Professional of the Year for a Fifth Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
William A. Geha of Sylvania, Ohio has been celebrated as a Professional of the Year for a fifth year, 2015, 2018, 2020, 2021, and now 2022, by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and high level of success for over 50 years in the field of education. About... - February 08, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
Alabama HS Adds Sprinturf’s Premium Dual-Fiber System with Greenplay® Organic Infill
Sprinturf, a national leader in artificial turf systems that improve cooling, performance and safety, installed its Ultrablade™ DFE Extreme premium turf system with Greenplay® RePlay infill system at Cherokee County High School’s Warrior Stadium in Centre, Alabama. Widely regarded... - February 03, 2022 - Sprinturf
Managing iPads at School Easily and Securely with AppTec MDM
With the AppTec Mobile Device Manager (MDM), schools and training centres can now manage iPads and content for the classroom conveniently and securely. - February 03, 2022 - AppTec
Rate My Teachers Announces 2021 Teacher of the Year Awards
Rate My Teachers (RMT) is pleased to announce the second annual Teacher of the Year Awards. During a challenging time these educators distinguished themselves with their creativity and commitment, earning the praise and gratitude of their students. RMT is the Internet’s longest running... - February 01, 2022 - Rate My Teachers
New Middle Grade Book "Raven, Romda and Ravai: The Dark Beast" by Dave Maruszewski Presents a Fantasy World for the Antsy Reader
"Raven, Romda and Ravai: The Dark Beast" will be released at stores, including Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Bookshop.org, Booktopia, Indigo, Kindle, thriftbooks and BookBaby, on 2/8/2022. This is a book geared towards middle grade readers that involves an action-filled (epic) fantasy plot. - January 27, 2022 - Dave Maruszewski