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Verna J. Kirkness Foundation Announces Their New Executive Director
The Verna J. Kirkness Education Foundation is pleased to announce Amber Boyd as the new Executive Director for the foundation. Amber holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology, a Human Resource Management Certificate and a Creative Writing Certificate from the University of Calgary. She is a... - January 25, 2022 - Verna J. Kirkness Foundation
Hanine Mansour-Fakih Recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2021 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Hanine Mansour-Fakih of Calabasas, California has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2021 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of educational consulting. These important individuals exemplify tenacity. They... - January 25, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
SDG Championship Tournament Honoring Dubai Expo and UN Global Goals Week Kicks Off
India's Orion Square, the leading youth impact organization based in New Delhi, in partnership with Arab Youth Venture Foundation, UAE's leading youth development NGO announced the launch of a 10-day SDG virtual youth tournament titled, Voice of the New Generation (VONG), as a precursor to EXPOMUN,... - January 24, 2022 - Orion Square
Duncan Park Press LLC Announces a Game Changer: the Connection Between Addiction and the Affective Risk Response System
Some people experience addiction. Most do not. Everybody is affected. Simply stated, addiction is mistaking a dependent risk response pattern for an autonomous pattern. The research, data and models are available in the book Prehab Leveraging Perception to End Substance Abuse. This discovery explains how addiction hides in plain sight and how to educate, intervene and remove the cause. The goal is not to treat addiction but to eradicate it. - January 19, 2022 - Duncan Park Press LLC
Silvia Y. Lavalas Recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2021 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Silvia T. Lavalas of Brooklyn, New York has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2021 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. These important individuals exemplify tenacity. They realize that in order... - January 19, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
Private School Capstone Academy Featured on Lifetime TV Show The Balancing Act
Capstone Academy was featured in December ’21 on Lifetime Channel’s long running TV show The Balancing Act hosted by Montel Williams. The School was on the show's local Atlanta edition that took a look at how innovative teachings can be more productive and less stressful on both... - January 13, 2022 - Capstone Academy
CIESC Approves New Partnership with the Leading Attendance Management Firm, SI&A
The Central Indiana Educational Service Center (CIESC) develops a new partnership with School Innovations & Achievement (SI&A), creators of award-winning software and service solutions for K-12 education. SI&A is the premier provider of attendance management software and service for... - January 12, 2022 - School Innovations & Achievement
Summit Learning Institute Offers Homeschooling Courses for Children
Online learning platforms offer an excellent opportunity for parents to provide quality education to their children from the comfort of their homes. - January 12, 2022 - Summit Learning Institute
The William Meredith Foundation is Pleased to Announce the 2022 Awards for Poetry Given to Christie Max Williams and Anne Harding Woodworth
The William Meredith Foundation is pleased to announce the 2022 Awards for Poetry given to Christie Max Williams and Anne Harding Woodworth. - January 10, 2022 - The William Meredith Foundation
Lakeisha Marie Davis Celebrated as a Woman of the Month for November 2021 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 November 2021 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... - January 05, 2022 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Parent-Child-Connect Poised to Release New Story, "Billy Dipper's Time to Shine" for Children Ages 6-9 This Black History Month
U.S. Marine, first generation Nigerian, best-selling author, and founder of Parent-Child-Connect.com is poised to release "Billy Dipper's Time to Shine." Children will learn to affirm their worth and stand up in the face of adversity. To be released February 2022. - January 03, 2022 - Parent-Child-Connect
Southwest Tennessee Community College Ready to Take Flight with the Region’s First-Ever Two-Year Aviation Program
Tennessee Board of Regents approved the launch of Southwest’s aviation operations technology program that is poised to increase diversity in a field historically underrepresented by people of color. - December 15, 2021 - Southwest Tennessee Community College
Loretta Adu Honored as a Woman of the Month for November 2021 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Loretta Adu of Burien, Washington is honored as a Woman of the Month for November 2021 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding achievements and contributions in the field of nonprofit/fundraising. Each month P.O.W.E.R. features women to... - December 15, 2021 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
The Social Skills Center Now Serving All Children Around the World
Social Skills Center is pleased to announce their online coaching program is now available to children and adults throughout the world including North and South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia. - December 10, 2021 - The Social Skills Center
Metro Esports Enters Into Historic Partnership with Central Bucks School District (PA) to Facilitate Competitive Esports Leagues
Metro Esports, a suburban Philadelphia digital sports and entertainment production agency is partnering with The Central Bucks School District to provide competitive league play for aspiring gamers. - December 07, 2021 - Metro Esports
WriteTouch Consulting & Kimokeo Foundation Announce a 15-Grant Project Partnership to Create a Cultural Out-of-School Program for Fluent Hawaiian Speaking Youth
WriteTouch Consulting and Kimokeo Foundation partner on a 15-Grant project to create an out-of-school program. - December 06, 2021 - WriteTouch Consulting
Na Lei Wili AHEC & WriteTouch Consulting 90-Grant Project for Funding Expansion and Growth of Hawai’i Health Career Programs
Na Lei Wili AHEC, a community-based nonprofit & WriteTouch Consulting, a premier grant writing agency, join forces to enhance Hawai'i Health Careers Programs. - December 06, 2021 - WriteTouch Consulting
Former Chicago Public Schools Employee Creates Award-Winning STEM Programs Bringing Emerging Technology Into Classrooms: Improves Academic Outcomes and Opportunities
Former CPS employee creates award-winning STEM programming at NextWave STEM. Curricula is aligned with NGSS Grade Band Engineering Technology Standards, Common Core Math and ELA as they relate to the NGSS ETS standards, and ISTE, CSTA and 21st Century Skills standards related to emerging technologies and STEM. Courses include topics such as robotics, artificial intelligence, coding, drones, solar and renewable energy, entrepreneurship, innovation, cybersecurity, 3D modeling and 3D printing. - December 03, 2021 - NextWave STEM
Hello Donor & LeanStream Announce Partnership for Education Fundraising
Hello Donor and LeanStream announced a technology and marketing affiliation enabling schools and school districts to leverage the best of both digital fundraising platforms. - December 02, 2021 - Hello Donor
Silverback Learning Solutions is Now EdPower!
Silverback Learning Solutions is proud to announce its transition from Silverback Learning to EdPower! “This was not merely a course change, but rather a necessary rebirth that involved transitioning from a products-based vendor to a strategic provider of integrated services. Along this journey, we have made significant performance improvements and introduced several new award-winning tools and services to our platform suite,” stated Joe Wallace, CEO of EdPower. - December 01, 2021 - EdPower
Cal Coast Cares Foundation Awards Over $40,000 in Grants to Local Educators
The Cal Coast Cares Foundation has awarded more than $40,000 in grants to local educators this year, bringing the total amount of grants and student scholarships awarded since 2015 to over $550,000. The non-profit foundation awards educator grants, annually, ranging from $500 to $2,000 throughout... - December 01, 2021 - California Coast Credit Union
Preeminent Futurist Claire A. Nelson, Phd., Moderates at HBCU Research and Innovation Week Forum
Clarie A. Nelson, Ph.D., preeminent futurist and author of SMART Futures for a Flourishing World: A Paradigm Shift for Achieving Global Sustainability, engaged audiences about the future of the Historically Black College and University (HBCU) during HBCU Research and Innovation earlier this week. The five-day virtual event took place from November 15 to 19. Sponsored by notable technology companies such as Google, Deloitte and Zoom along with the White House Initiative on HBCUs. - November 22, 2021 - Dr. Claire A. Nelson
David Blaze Launches New Superhero Book for Kids
"Select Your Superpower" is an interactive adventure for middle graders. Children can become faster, stronger, invisible and can teleport, walk through walls, freeze time and even shape-shift into a marvelous creature. It’s all up to them! - November 19, 2021 - David Blaze
Future Horizons Presents "I Have An Autism Boost!"
"This book can be used to educate a child, and their peers, about the many positive aspects of autism." - Dr. Temple Grandin - November 17, 2021 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Mastery Coding X Lab Midwest
Two pioneers of modern ed-tech partner to empower students to meet tomorrow's challenges through intelligent technology education. - November 17, 2021 - Mastery Coding
Girls Shine in National Active Championship - NacFun
Girl power was on display in NacFun's National Active Championship for the month of October 2021. Out of the 100+ declared winners from various groups, 75% were female students from kindergarten to grade 12. The parent category toppers were female as well. Ms. Simranjit Kaur and Ms. Tharika topped... - November 12, 2021 - NacFun
Equity in Education Grant Provides Invaluable STEM Opportunities for K-12 Students: Requests for Pilot Program Funding Are Available on the NextWave STEM Website
NextWave STEM announces Equity in Education Grant in partnership with Verizon, MES Lighting and TotalTek. The grant may be used to supplement STEM pilot programs offered by NextWave STEM, a TechEd company providing K-12 STEM curricula, equipment and training. To be considered for the equity grant, please go to NextWaveSTEM.com - November 12, 2021 - NextWave STEM
Young Rembrandts Launches Art Kids Rock. Art Kids Rock is Powered by Young Rembrandts and is an On-Demand Drawing Platform.
Art Kids Rock is an on-demand drawing platform designed to provide young artists with all the tools they need to learn and practice lifelong drawing skills. They provide a variety of content including full-length 45-minute Deluxe Draw lessons, 5-minute Quick Draw lessons, and a... - November 10, 2021 - Young Rembrandts
Magic Class LLC Launches New Online Magic Course for Homeschool Students
Magic Class Academy is an online course for ages 10+ that drives students to grow in confidence and creativity through learning and performing magic tricks. - November 08, 2021 - Magic Class LLC
Nonprofit Necessities For Children Announces a New Initiative in SE Florida; Garfield is Set to Teach Online Safety to Youth
This is critical education for youth and teaches 3rd Graders Online Safety. Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach County schools are encouraged to register for free, prior to November 19, 2021. - November 04, 2021 - Necessities For Children Foundation
Holy Trinity Episcopal School’s Exciting Renovation Project
By emphasizing academic success, spiritual growth, and social responsibility, HTES children have their hearts inspired and their minds engaged daily. The School’s new renovations will help serve that mission even better. - November 03, 2021 - Holy Trinity Episcopal School
Three Exceptional Math Courses for Pre-K to 1st Grade from Super Star by Help Me 2 Learn Company
The Help Me 2 Learn Company announces the completion of a new series of math mini courses for Pre-K to 1st grade. - November 02, 2021 - Help Me 2 Learn Company
Home Base Collaborative Expands Therapeutic Services to Schools
School to Home Connections' comprehensive approach to student success bridges educational gap by including families. - October 29, 2021 - Home Base Collaborative Family Counseling
Dr. Maureen E. Marshall-Jeffers Honored as a Woman of Distinction for the Third Quarter of 2021 by P.O.W.E.R.
Dr. Maureen E. Marshall-Jeffers, of Tinton Falls, New Jersey, has been honored as a Woman of Distinction for the third quarter of 2021 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of education. - October 28, 2021 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Hands Off Our Schools Makes Key Endorsements
HOOS Endorses Julie Toal, Phil Hogan, Dan Bennett and Hugo Alves for the New Canaan Board of Education - October 27, 2021 - Hands Off Our Schools
Southwest Tennessee Community College Receives Nearly $4 Million in U.S. Department of Education grants
Southwest Tennessee Community College was awarded nearly $4 million in grants from the U.S. Department of Education to support services aligned with helping students attain their college credentials. Project M.O.S.T. received a $3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Predominantly... - October 21, 2021 - Southwest Tennessee Community College
A Smarter Way to Puzzle...from Historicons, Educational and Interactive Group Puzzles That Empower Kids Using Overlooked Historical Events - Only Available on Kickstarter
Historicons was puzzled by the lack of diversity in our toys, so they did something. Historicons set out to create one-of-a-kind jigsaw puzzles that celebrate historic events that are often left out of our history books, while also equipping families with tools to guide age-appropriate discussions on diversity and identity. - October 21, 2021 - Historicons
The Book Fairies to Celebrate 3 Millionth Book Donation with Long Island Nets
After Distributing Its 2 Millionth Book Just Two Years Ago, Literacy Non-Profit Will Reach Another Historic Milestone in Making Books More Accessible to Underprivileged Children - October 21, 2021 - The Book Fairies
Fathom Will Change the Way Children Read, Learn and Collaborate
A multilingual, interactive, read-aloud web application with assistive reading technologies, integrated learning management system and live chat for remote learning and support. - October 20, 2021 - Fathom Reads
OmeCare and Hillsborough City School District Renew Partnership for Student and Faculty COVID-19 PCR Testing
Partnership helps district ensure safety standards and meet COVID-19 testing protocols for the 2021-2022 school year. - October 16, 2021 - OmeCare
Southwest Tennessee Community College’s Public Safety and Police Services Receives TLEA Accreditation
The Tennessee Law Enforcement Accreditation (TLEA) Program is pleased to announce that it has granted the award of initial accreditation to the Southwest Tennessee Community College Police Department. TLEA announced this first accreditation award for the department during the Tennessee Association... - October 15, 2021 - Southwest Tennessee Community College
Illustrated Book Profiles 15 Trailblazing Women with Roots in Iran
This gorgeous book introduces readers (ages 12+) to fifteen incredible women with Roots in Iran. In their biographies, readers will find athletes and artists, scientists and activists, astronauts and authors whose struggles are universal. Yet they persevered. Roots in Iran celebrates the... - October 14, 2021 - Yasmine Mahdavi
Taysha Gene Therapies Adds Popular e-Learning Membership Program “The Lab Rascals Experience” by K-5 Edtech Company Club Lab Rascals to Employee Benefits Package
Club Lab Rascals, the nation’s #1 producer of culturally-inclusive K-5 STEM curricula, on-demand STEM camps and e-learning experiences, has partnered with Taysha Gene Therapies. Taysha is a biotech and patient-centric gene therapy company based in Dallas, TX. Taysha has elected Club Lab... - October 13, 2021 - Club Lab Rascals
Myriad Provisions Continues to Give Back
MPI shows appreciation for those working in education during the pandemic by donating school supplies to a local elementary school deer to an employee's heart. - October 09, 2021 - Myriad Provisions International
The Citizen Science Lab Receives $300,000 Grant from the Eden Hall Foundation for SeaPerch Program
Funding will aid in transportation costs and allow nonprofit to expand program to a wider demographic. - October 06, 2021 - The Citizen Science Lab
Lakurt D. Harris Recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2021 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Lakurt D. Harris, of Burton, Michigan, has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2021 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding achievements and contributions in the field of motivational speaking. About Lakurt D. Harris Lakurt Harris is the president... - October 05, 2021 - Strathmore Worldwide
ARDUTIME, LLC Announces the Release of the iBrics Experiments with Light Set. The Set is Now Available for Pre-Order.
ARDUTIME, LLC announces the availability of the iBrics Experiments with Light Set for pre-order. iBrics Education Sets help develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills in kids 8 and older. iBrics sets deliver fun science learning, through hands-on STEM experiments. - October 04, 2021 - ARDUTIME, LLC
Shorecrest Apple Distinguished School Recognition Extended Through 2024
Shorecrest Preparatory School is pleased to announce that it has once again been named an Apple Distinguished School. Shorecrest was awarded the 2021-2024 distinction for its innovative teacher-leaders, its successful 1:1 iPad implementation, and the thoughtful integration of technology throughout... - October 02, 2021 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
NJ MED’s 2021 3rd Quarter Education Rankings Are Out
Back to School in Schools around the world is not the same. - October 02, 2021 - New Jersey Minority Educational Development
STEM Frenzy Festival: A Day of Hands-On Exploration, Meaningful Learning and Inspiring Discovery for the Whole Family
STEM Frenzy will transform our communities of color through hands-on employer-directed STEM and STEAM workshops, classes, seminars, field trips and public events. - September 30, 2021 - STEM Frenzy