Leader Panel Challenges How Teachers Ask Students to Think in the K-8 Classroom

August 1, 2023 9:00 AM

Changing the "what" and "how" in science education doesn't have nearly as much impact as looking at the "why."SALEM, MA / ACCESSWIRE / August 1, 2023 / Typical conversations about education reform revolve around things like how we teach (education policy) or what we teach (the curriculum). But today, according to Dr. Ron Ritchhart, world-renowned educator, researcher, and author, and Francis Vigeant, KnowAtom's...

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NBAF Gala to Honor Powerhouse Film Producer Will Packer and Feature Dinner Curated by Celebrity Chef, Restaurateur and Television Personality Marcus Samuelsson

August 1, 2023 8:00 AM

ATLANTA, GA / ACCESSWIRE / August 1, 2023 / National Black Arts Festival (NBAF) is proud to honor one of Hollywood's most influential and record-breaking producers, Will Packer, with its Trailblazer in the Arts award at the organization's annual fundraising gala on Saturday, Oct. 7, from 6-8 p.m. at the Southern Exchange Ballroom in Downtown Atlanta.2023 NBAF Trailblazer in the Arts Honoree Will Packer Photo of Will Packer, Founder/CEO of Will...

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Formerly Incarcerated and Gainfully Employed: How Two Brands Leverage Lived Experiences Responsibly

July 27, 2023 1:20 PM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / July 27, 2023 / Impact Relations Institute Join us on Wed, Aug 9 at 12pm ET / 9am PT.Registration is now open for our next Impact Council on Wed, Aug 9 at 12pm ET / 9am PT! We'll be joined by two titans of the social impact space: Joseph Kenner, President & CEO of Greyston Bakery, and Sean Greenwood, Director of PR & Communications at Ben & Jerry's.The Impact Relations Institute, in partnership with...

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LearningQ Receives Two Federal Grants Through The National Institute On Disability, Independent Living, And Rehabilitation Research’s (NIDILRR) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program

July 26, 2023 1:15 PM

CHICAGO, IL / ACCESSWIRE / July 26, 2023 / On June 1, 2023, LearningQ was awarded two Federal grants through NIDILRR's SBIR program to research the adoption and use of online learning by individuals with disabilities.NIDILRR's SBIR program was designed to fund small business grants to perform research and development designed to improve the lives of people with disabilities. Approximately 10 Phase I grants were awarded annually through...

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Fulcrum Venture Accelerator Launches Seventh Cohort of Groundbreaking Startups: Pioneering the Future of Innovation

July 26, 2023 10:00 AM

BOULDER, CO / ACCESSWIRE / July 26, 2023 / Fulcrum Venture Accelerator, the startup accelerator for mission-driven entrepreneurs, announced its seventh cohort today - comprising of a select group of exceptional companies poised to make a significant impact."We are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated seventh cohort today," said CEO Will Sacks. "The journey to this point has been a rigorous one, involving the meticulous review of hundreds...

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Education Ecosystem to Release Android App and Dedicated Git Pages for Streamlined Project Source Code Sharing

July 25, 2023 6:00 PM

Education Ecosystem Announces Android App and Dedicated Git Pages for Streamlined Learning and Collaborative Code SharingLONDON, ENGLAND / ACCESSWIRE / July 25, 2023 / Education Ecosystem, a leading platform for project-based learning, is thrilled to announce the imminent launch of its Android app. Building on the success of the Education Ecosystem 3.0 web app launched in February, this Android app aims to further enhance learning by providing...

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Apollo Funds Upsize Its Capital Commitment to Global Schools Group

July 24, 2023 11:00 PM

SINGAPORE / ACCESSWIRE / July 24, 2023 / Global Schools Foundation's investment arm and its related entities ("Global Schools Group", "GSG") announced that funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management, Inc. have committed to providing approximately S$190 million, nearly doubling their total capital commitment to the Global Schools Group. Apollo funds initially provided long-term funding to Global Schools Group in 2021. This...

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Al-Hikmah Tutoring Services Announces Groundbreaking Education Guide: The Marvel Education

July 24, 2023 12:00 PM

A Practical Handbook for Educators by Professor Emir Cruz Fernández on Empowering Classroom ExperienceNEW YORK, NY / ACCESSWIRE / July 24, 2023 / We are thrilled to announce the release of Marvel Education: A Classroom Management Guide for New Educators and Anyone Serious About Teaching in Urban High Schools by Dr. Emir Cruz Fernández. This highly acclaimed book (launched on July 3) offers practical strategies and insights to...

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The Philly ABCs Bring Learning Fun to North Philly Playgrounds

July 24, 2023 10:00 AM

An alphabet adventure awaits as signage transforms public spaces into learning landscapes.PHILADELPHIA, PA / ACCESSWIRE / July 24, 2023 / Read by 4th, Philly's early literacy movement, in partnership with the Free Library of Philadelphia and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, is excited to announce the Philly ABCs campaign. This innovative early literacy initiative is bringing vibrant alphabet signage to playgrounds across North Philadelphia...

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Kenzie Academy From Southern New Hampshire University Launches New Coding Certificate Program in Python and Blockchain

July 24, 2023 8:00 AM

Training in the two high-demand skills can open doors in the growing tech industry.INDIANAPOLIS, IN / ACCESSWIRE / July 24, 2023 / Kenzie Academy from Southern New Hampshire University announced today the launch of a new coding certificate program, Python with Applied Blockchain, to help students build a foundation of high-demand skills to open career paths in the growing tech industry. With its combination of skills training, hands-on...

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Digital Navigators and the Device Divide: Community Voices from Seven U.S. Cities

July 24, 2023 8:00 AM

Digital Navigators Are Helping Communities Overcome Barriers to Digital AccessNORTH CONWAY, NH / ACCESSWIRE / July 24, 2023 / In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, digital equity has become an increasingly critical issue in the United States. To address this issue, Digital Navigators have emerged as vital figures in the pursuit of digital inclusion. These dedicated individuals undergo specialized training called digital navigation, equipping...

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The Mama Bear Effect Nonprofit Denounces Conspiracy Claims Regarding 'Sound of Freedom' Film

July 20, 2023 11:00 AM

Misrepresentation of "Sound of Freedom" film as conspiracy takes away focus on the real-life experience of children trafficked every day.BOSTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / July 20, 2023 / "Sound of Freedom" is an inspiring film about the fight against human trafficking. Despite some media outlets like Rolling Stone criticizing it, the movie shines a light on a subset of real-life traffickers and abusers that target innocent children. The powerful impact...

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Pathify Further Distances Itself From the Pack in H1 2023

July 20, 2023 10:00 AM

Pathify smashes past the 100 customer milestone as institutions look to revolutionize the student technology experience.DENVER, CO / ACCESSWIRE / July 20, 2023 / Pathify - the only centralized user experience hub for higher ed - continued to set the pace in the ever-evolving higher ed digital experience race by flying well beyond the 100 customer milestone, while also maintaining a high level of operational efficiency. This coincides with many...

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ISSA, LLC Selected as an Arizona Top Workplace for 2023

July 20, 2023 9:00 AM

Employee-Driven Feedback Secures ISSA This Prestigious HonorPHOENIX, AZ / ACCESSWIRE / July 20, 2023 / ISSA, LLC has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2023 honor by The Arizona Top Workplaces. This employee-driven research-backed award is based solely on employee feedback gathered through one of the nation's most credible employer recognition programs.ISSA TEAM MEMBERS ISSA TEAM MEMBERS ISSA employees evaluated the company on 15 unique culture...

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Ben & Jerry’s + Greyston Bakery: How Brands Can Leverage Lived Experiences Responsibly

July 19, 2023 3:30 PM

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / July 19, 2023 / Register now and be sure you don't miss the next Impact Relations Institute Impact Council on Wed, Aug 9 at 12pm ET / 9am PT. We'll be joined by two titans of the social impact space: Joseph Kenner, President & CEO of Greyston Bakery, and Sean Greenwood, Director of PR & Communications at Ben & Jerry's.The Impact Relations Institute, in partnership with 3BL Media, will host a...

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Braintrust Tutors Raises Multimillion-Dollar Seed Round to Accelerate Growth

July 19, 2023 9:00 AM

Investment further fuels Braintrust's rapid growth, increasing its capacity to reach more students and accelerating development of its expanding technology platformNEW YORK, NY / ACCESSWIRE / July 19, 2023 / Braintrust Tutors, the most comprehensive high-dosage, evidence-based tutoring platform for K-12 students, is pleased to announce that it has closed on a $2.5 million seed funding round, led by prominent investors Scott Sandell, John...

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Beyoncé's Featured Dancers Les Twins Partners With Kids Write Network to Promote Mental Health

July 19, 2023 9:00 AM

ATLANTA, GA / ACCESSWIRE / July 19, 2023 / Kids Write Network's "RISE for Mental Tour with Les Twins" (RMH) has received praise from educators, parents and students across North America during visits to schools, community centers and hospitals. The Kids Write Network (KWN) and world-renowned dancers Larry and Laurent Bourgeois, known as Les Twins, aim to raise awareness about mental health and improve access to treatment and services.Les Twins...

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2023 'Hope Givers' and Honorees for the 'Person of the Year' Named by Samaritan's Feet

July 19, 2023 9:00 AM

Hope Givers, representing business, finance, and higher education, join Samaritan's Feet global efforts and will be celebrated at the 2023 Barefoot Gala.CHARLOTTE, NC / ACCESSWIRE / July 19, 2023 / Samaritan's Feet International is pleased to announce 14 outstanding servant leaders as "Hope Givers", all exemplify its mission through their professional and philanthropic contributions. These individuals and couples are committed to "inspiring...

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Strategos Group Welcomes Former Hillsborough Superintendent Addison Davis

July 18, 2023 12:15 PM

TAMPA, FL / ACCESSWIRE / July 18, 2023 / Strategos Group, a leading national education management consulting firm, is pleased to announce the addition of former Hillsborough County Public Schools Superintendent Addison Davis as its newest Partner.Addison Davis Former Hillsborough County Superintendent Joins Strategos Group With an impressive career spanning over 24 years in education, Davis has enhanced education and driven positive...

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Edmentum Partnership With Clark County School District Leads to Evidence-Based Outcomes Across Math & Reading in All Grade Levels

July 18, 2023 10:00 AM

Program with Exact Path Showed Significant Impact on Student Math ScoresBLOOMINGTON, MN / ACCESSWIRE / July 18, 2023 / Edmentum has partnered with Clark County School District (CCSD), which educates more than 300,000 students - 64% of the student population in Nevada, on a program focused on accelerating learning in core subject areas, specifically to improve math and reading scores. Elementary and high school students from across the district...

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