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Grauer Students Return to Bahia de Los Angeles for Service Learning
Twice a year, students at The Grauer School embark on weeklong expeditions to international and national destinations. The fall round of expeditions took place during the last week of September with the featured international destination to Bahia de Los Angeles in Baja California, Mexico. The... - December 05, 2013 - The Grauer School
Overcome Winter Break Brain Drain for Your Student with a Fun and Free BrainFreeze Workbook from ThinkStretch
Keep your students’ brain warm during winter break with a fun and free BrainFreeze packet designed for skill retention. - December 05, 2013 - Think Stretch
NeedThese Completes Authorized Samsung School Solution Provider Training
NeedThese today announced it has completed certification in becoming an authorized Samsung School Solution provider. Headquartered in Arizona, NeedThese has been providing technology solutions to enhance student learning in school districts for over 12 years. “Finding the right tools to... - December 04, 2013 - NeedThese
It's Opening Day - The Small Sports Are Here
The Small Sports™ are an exciting new team of characters created for young children to promote the positive values and lessons learned through sports. Each Small Sports character has a unique personality and as a team they encourage good sportsmanship, teamwork and keeping kids active. “Be a Good Sport with The Small Sports!” Learn more at www.thesmallsports.com, “like” The Small Sports on Facebook, or go to www.twitter.com/thesmallsports. - December 03, 2013 - The Small Sports
The School District of Philadelphia is Going All Out to Help Its High School Athletes
The School District of Philadelphia has partnered with athlete recruiting company inRecruit.com to help its student athletes get athletic scholarships to colleges and universities. - December 03, 2013 - inRecruit
ISTG Young Achievers Scholarship
ISTG is proud to announce the ISTG Young Achievers Scholarship. This award recognizes the outstanding all-around academic achievement and commitment to community service by an 8th or 9th-grade student attending a US school. The recipient of this award will receive a $250 check issued directly to them. In addition, recognition plaques will be given to both the award recipient and their school. For additional eligibility requirements and application instructions, please go to the ISTG website. - December 03, 2013 - ISTG
New Early-Reader Series Reveals Secrets of Mysterious Nation in "Let’s Go to China!" by Tommy Tong
Tong’s historically accurate and wonderfully illustrated stories introduce young readers to Chinese history, culture, inventions, monuments, festivals, important people and more. The series is designed to capture the attention of early readers and the folks they are reading to. Worded with little ones in mind, his series provides enough educational nutrition to satisfy all ages. - November 28, 2013 - Tommy Tong
Give the Gift of Reading to Disadvantaged Children This Holiday
Kabuki Helps joins forces with Toys for Tots Literacy Program to bring books to children in need this holiday season. - November 26, 2013 - Kabuki Helps
Parent Report Card Puts the Shoe on the Other Foot with Free Quiz
ParentReportCard.com is the newest resource for parents concerned about their approach to parenting. The site offers a free quiz to parents as well as a “report card” to grade their interactions and technique. - November 22, 2013 - Parent Report Card
Raymond B. White, CEO Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Raymond B. White of Sewickley, Pennsylvania has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field special education administration. About Raymond B. White, CEO Mr. White has 13 years experience in the special... - November 21, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
School of Rock is Hosting an All-Day Music Festival for Charity on December 7th in Its Frisco School and Live Music Venue, The Vault
Every December, the School of Rock DFW locations gather together to put on an all-day, festival-style show, featuring every single student in all of their schools. The cover is a suggested donation of $10, and it goes toward their tax deductible scholarship fund, providing music lessons for kids... - November 21, 2013 - School of Rock
"CramBuddy" - Online Monthly League Contest
Today's smart student will no more sit in a class, listen to teachers, memorize & reproduce the content in exams. Today's student questions; He wants to discover & he wants to do it with his friends. - November 21, 2013 - MobiTatva
Thomas Williams Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Thomas Williams of New Orleans, Louisiana has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Thomas Williams Mr. Williams has over 40 years experience in the education field. He is a... - November 20, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Castle Ink Introduces Recycling Scholarship for College-Bound Students
Students who are pursuing a higher education can win a $1,000 scholarship for college. The “paperless” scholarship will help deserving high school students who support recycling and are committed to green causes. - November 19, 2013 - Castle Ink
Launch of UDIS with Udon Thani Education Department
Udon Thani International School (UDIS) took the formal step of submitting its school curriculum for approval to members of the Education Service of Udon Thani Zone 1. This begins the first stages of the formal process needed to secure a license from the Thailand Ministry of Education to run an... - November 17, 2013 - Udon Thani International School
Learn Number System with Awesome iOS App
After its grand release on Android, Classteacher Learning Systems is all set to rollout the marvel app- Counting Numbers, now on iOS platform. The app has received 3 lakh 47 thousand downloads till date and counting. One of the highest ranking app in Android market for kids, this app is a gift by... - November 17, 2013 - Classteacher Learning Systems
Lifescapes Counseling Associates Offers Tips for Selecting a Psychologist for Child Evaluations
Group mental health practice provides tips for selecting a Psychologist, as well as guidance for pursuing psychological testing for children. - November 14, 2013 - Lifescapes Counseling Associates, PLLC
Free Service from IAM Cloud to Drive Academic Adoption of Microsoft’s Student Advantage Program
IAM Cloud launches free service to help academic institutions accelerate implementation of Microsoft’s Student Advantage Program. - November 13, 2013 - IAM Cloud
Big Shots High School Basketball Classic Saturday November 16th in Houston
The Robert Horry Center and Momentum BMW West are proud to announce the 2nd Annual Big Shots Classic. This year's line up will consist of eight outstanding high school basketball programs. Saturday November 16th at Fonde Recreational Center - 110 Sabine St. Houston, TX 77007 starting at 1pm - November 13, 2013 - Big Shots Classic
Epicure Digital "My Plate on Wheels" Dry Erase Boards Help Schools Meet K-12 USDA Breakfast and Lunch Rules
Introducing Epicure Digital "My Plate on Wheels" Dry Erase Boards for indoor and outdoor use to help schools meet the USDA National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs requirement to identify food items in front of School Food serving lines. - November 13, 2013 - Epicure Digital
Board Certified Behavioral Consulting Services Opening in Maine
New service begins operating in Bath, Maine provided behavioral services to families and schools. - November 10, 2013 - Little Blue Behavioral Consulting
Epicure Digital "My Breakfast Plate" Dry Erase Boards Help Schools Meet K-12 USDA Breakfast Rules
Introducing Epicure Digital "My Breakfast Plate" Dry Erase Boards help schools meet the USDA National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs' “New Meal Pattern Requirements and Nutrition Requirements and Nutrition Standards.” - November 09, 2013 - Epicure Digital
Masked Gamblers Raise $5K for Local Charities
Lodestone Real Estate’s casino-themed masquerade supports Charlotte non-profits. - November 08, 2013 - Lodestone Real Estate
One World School Announces New Partnership with INTEL and Global Grid for Learning (EduTone)
The One World School LLC of East Moline, IL is thrilled to announce a new partnership with INTEL and Global Grid for Learning (EduTone), beginning October 10, 2013. INTEL has chosen the One World School to be one of its content providers of online courses for their new Education Portal, opening to... - November 08, 2013 - One World School
Awards Ceremony, Appearances, "Ancient Aliens" Highlight Eventful November for Science Celebrity Geoff Notkin
An awards banquet, a trio of appearances, and an episode of "Ancient Aliens" are all on the agenda for popular science personality Geoff Notkin this month. Notkin is an award-winning author, adventure seeker, meteorite expert, and host of two television series: Science Channel’s... - November 06, 2013 - Aerolite Meteorites, LLC
Norfolk Academy Brings Youth Advocate Wes Moore to Hampton Roads
On Sunday, November 17th, youth advocate and New York Times best-selling author Wes Moore will address a sold-out crowd in Norfolk Academy’s S.C. Johnson Theater. Moore will speak about the transformative power of education. The event is open to the public, but tickets are required. Wes Moore... - November 06, 2013 - Norfolk Academy
Tech4Learning Releases Share 4.1 Update to Include ePub Export and Google Drive Integration
Tech4Learning announces the release of Share 4.1, an update that includes ePub export and Google Drive integration. - November 06, 2013 - Tech4Learning, Inc.
Fun eReader Changes eBook Reading: Sylvan Dell Publishing Announces Enhanced Format to eBook Subscription
Whether on an eReader or a home computer the newly upgraded Fun eReader from Sylvan Dell Publishing allows children, families and teachers the opportunity to learn and grow with a diverse collection of science and math books. The revamped platform includes an iPad app update and account management that increases accessibility for easier and faster reading, learning and shopping. - November 05, 2013 - Arbordale Publishing
International School to Launch in Udon Thai
A new international school is being developed in the city of Udon Thani for kindergarten and primary students with classes to begin in August, 2014. Udon International Education Partnership Ltd is investing over 150 million baht in the construction of the Udon Thani International School (UDIS) over the next three years. UDIS will be the first international school in the Northeast region and teach a UK and inquiry based curriculum to students. - November 05, 2013 - Udon Thani International School
Director and Operations Manager of Northern Virginia Tutoring Service to Present What You Need to Know! Strategies for School Success to the Timber Lane Elementary School
Director and Operations Manager of Northern Virginia Tutoring Service to present Strategies for School Success to the Timber Lane Elementary School Parent Teacher Association. This presentation is part of an ongoing series conducted throughout Northern Virginia by Dr. and Ms. Perrino addressing issues such as how to identify differing learning styles, strategies that will help the learning process, time management techniques, and strategies for student self-advocacy. - November 03, 2013 - Northern Virginia Tutoring Service, LLC
No Child Held Back Selects Williston North Dakota School District as First Recipient of the No Child Held Back Education Innovation Grant
The No Child Held Back Consortium announces the first, No Child Held Back Education Innovation Grant has been awarded to the Williston School District in Williston, North Dakota. The grant will provide $10,000 to the Williston School District #1 to develop and implement an overall technology... - October 31, 2013 - No Child Held Back
Roy K. Alameida Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Roy K. Alameida of Keaau, Hawaii has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Roy K. Alameida Mr. Alameida has over 14 years experience in the education field. He is a Teacher at... - October 30, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
QA Graphics Develops Educational App for Skewed News Tutor
QA Graphics, Iowa-based interactive design firm, has developed an educational mobile app for Skewed News Tutor. The app will be used in the classroom to help middle and high school students become more discerning news consumers. - October 30, 2013 - QA Graphics
"Room to Breathe," a Documentary About Mindfulness in Schools, to Broadcast on PBS World Channel
"Room to Breathe," a documentary film exploring the benefits of mindfulness in the classroom, will broadcast nationally on PBS World Channel starting October 30, 2013 at 7 PM ET, with rebroadcasts through November 6, 2013. A growing body of research is showing that social and emotional... - October 28, 2013 - Room to Breathe
No Child Held Back and MiniFrame Announce Collaboration to Allow US Schools to Get a Cost Saving Computers for Any Teacher and Student
No Child Held Back and MiniFrame announce that they will be collaborating together to bring MiniFrame’s SoftXpand software to school districts nationwide. - October 27, 2013 - No Child Held Back
Belkin Releases Stage App with New Features to Boost Student Success
Apple Rates Stage App a "Best New App," Highlighting Belkin's Commitment to Technology in Education - October 26, 2013 - Belkin
Professor William Stuart Honored for Outstanding Leadership and Commitment to Excellence in Education
CEE Announces Honored Medalist - October 26, 2013 - Center for Excellence in Education (CEE)
Jane Zhang Honored for Outstanding Leadership and Commitment to Excellence in Education
CEE Celebrates 30th Anniversary - October 26, 2013 - Center for Excellence in Education (CEE)
New Book Helps Readers Learn More About Multiplication and Division – "Fear No Numbers"
Author and technical director, Jose Paul Moretto is pleased to announce his educational mathematics book, "Fear No Numbers." - October 24, 2013 - José Paul Moretto
High Schoolers Donate Basketballs to West Valley Boys and Girls Club
Kids helping kids! Youth at the West Valley Boys and Girls Club were happy recipients of new basketballs donated by Hoops with Heart, a non-profit-pending organization founded by a teenager from Sierra Canyon High School. - October 24, 2013 - Hoops with Heart
Hurix Launches Breakthrough Technology for 100% Automated PDF to ePub3 Fixed Layout Conversion at FBF 2013
Hurix launched a major new feature to its market leading KITABOO® digital publishing platform that fully automates the conversion of PDFs books and documents to fixed layout ePub3 output. In July 2013, the Association of American Publishers announced the EPUB3 Implementation Project, with a... - October 22, 2013 - Hurix Systems Private Limited
Epicure Digital Pick 3/Choose 3 MyPlate Dry Erase Menu Boards
The new series of Epicure Digital Pick 3/Choose 3 dry erase menu boards add the missing element of fun and fitness to MyPlate menu boards. - October 18, 2013 - Epicure Digital
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Planned for Emerald Necklace Tot Park and Trail at Newly Renovated Pixley Park in City of Maywood
October 23rd from 10am-11am, Amigos de los Rios, the City of Maywood, and First5LA and Supervisor Gloria Molina–County First District invite the local community to attend a Ribbon Cutting “Re-Opening Ceremony” of Pixley “Bunny” Park, Maywood, CA. - October 17, 2013 - Amigos de los Rios
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
Tech4Learning’s Share 4 Wins 2013 ComputED Gazette EDDIE Award
Tech4Learning’s Share 4 multimedia authoring tool wins ComputED Gazette EDDIE Award for Best Educational Software in the category of Middle School Project Authoring. The EDDIE Awards target "innovative and content-rich programs and websites that augment the classroom... - October 12, 2013 - Tech4Learning, Inc.
Android App: Rhymes in Animated Video Songs Format
A new app is launched on the Android play store to help your child learn Rhymes with an Animated Video Songs format instead of just boring text. Most kids don’t cherish cramming text from a book. Now help them learn the same poems through an app. The app has been developed by... - October 12, 2013 - Classteacher Learning Systems
San Diego Down Syndrome Offers Free Signup for Christmas Event During Down Syndrome Awareness Month
San Diego Symphony's Cellist Karla Holland-Moritz and her student ensemble will be featured in a "Special Treasures Christmas Event" at Funbelievable in Lakeside. Featuring CHP, Fire, as well as local dignitaries. A free Hayride and gifts for all kids with Down Syndrome in attendance. - October 11, 2013 - San Diego Down Syndrome. Org
Elementary School Saves Thousands on Back to School Review: School Promotes Summer Learning to Conserve Fall Learning Time
ThinkStretch Summer Program is aiding in the prevention of summer learning loss by keeping students engaged throughout the summer. The program had a profound affect on Abbot Elementary School in Ann Arbor, Michigan, helping the school to reduce summer learning loss for their students while saving time typically spent reviewing material when students returned to school in the fall. - October 11, 2013 - Think Stretch
Texas Trust Names 16 Students to Youth Advisory Council to Equip Students with Financial Skills
High school students learn valuable financial skills and leadership training through the Texas Trust Youth Advisory Council. The Fall 2013 Council includes 16 students from 11 schools. - October 10, 2013 - Texas Trust Credit Union
Tech4Learning Wins 2013 EDDIE Award for Pixie App for iPad
Tech4Learning’s Pixie for iPad wins ComputED Gazette EDDIE Award for Best Educational Software in the category of Multimedia Creation for Early Elementary. - October 09, 2013 - Tech4Learning, Inc.