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SANFORD, FLA. (PRWEB) JANUARY 31, 2020

The San Fransisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs are meeting at Super Bowl LIV this Sunday, February 2, 2020, to close the National Football League's 100th season at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. As the two predominant teams in the league prepare to face off on the sport's biggest stage, and millions of fans ready their watch parties and travel arrangements, the Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling (FCCG) is anticipating an unprecedented number of calls to its 888-ADMIT-IT Problem Gambling HelpLine.

With the expansion of legal sports betting in 2019, Americans have never had more opportunity to wager on the Super Bowl. According to the American Gaming Association, a record 26 million American adults – that's more than one in ten – will wager an estimated $6.8 billion on Super Bowl LIV. The survey conducted by Morning Consult also revealed that approximately 3 million more American adults say they will wager on this year's Super Bowl than last year. With fans traveling from other states to attend the game, it's important for them to know that sports betting has not been legalized in the State of Florida.

"While the hype surrounding the big game and predictions about the results take the spotlight each year, those who suffer from gambling addiction struggle to resist the temptation to bet before and during the Super Bowl," said Jennifer Kruse, Executive Director of the FCCG. "It's important to shine the light on the issue of problem gambling, too. Currently, there are as many as 6-9 million people in the United States suffering from a gambling disorder, with hundreds of thousands directly or indirectly affected right here in Florida." Florida prevalence data also indicates that sports betting was the second-most popular form of wagering among college students with gambling problems, with 47.1% betting on professional sports alone. Youth between the ages of 13-17, a particularly vulnerable population, are also of concern and are among the fastest growing groups of problem gamblers, with prevalence rates in Florida at 3.8%. Since the Super Bowl becomes a family event in many households, it's important to consider these vulenerable populations before starting a betting pool.

Prevention of problem gambling should be on everyone's minds for the big game and beyond, as this issue affects more than the gambler and ripples out to the community at large. For every problem gambler, eight to ten other people are also negatively affected. The consequences can be much more than financial, as those with gambling addiction are three to four times more likely to be arrested and spend time in jail for crimes ranging from theft and fraud to domestic violence, child abuse, and family neglect. The odds of a marriage ending in divorce due to finances for these individuals is also twice the rate of non-gamblers.

If you think you or someone you know may be suffering from problem gambling, Florida's 24/7, Confidential, and Multilingual Problem Gambling HelpLine, 888-ADMIT-IT, will continue to be available throughout the game and offers help and hope for those feeling the impacts of gambling addiction. HelpLine Specialists can also be reached by texting to 321-978-0555, starting a LiveChat at gamblinghelp.org, or reaching out to the FCCG on Facebook and Twitter. Those who are traveling to Florida for the game can also be connected to help through the 888-ADMIT-IT HelpLine.

"Enjoying the Super Bowl is something on everyone's radar – and perhaps even more so this year, with the changing national landscape for sports betting. As a society, we need to make sure raising awareness about the issue of problem gambling is part of the discussion and be spreading the word that help and hope are available in Florida through the 888-ADMIT-IT HelpLine for anyone who needs it," concluded Kruse.

The Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling, Inc. (FCCG) is a not-for-profit corporation under contract with Florida State government, serving as the designated state affiliate of the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG). In addition to operating the 24-hour Problem Gambling HelpLine (888-ADMIT-IT), the FCCG increases awareness of problem gambling through education and outreach efforts throughout the state of Florida, advocates on behalf of the public regarding issues relating to problem gambling, and provides programs, resources, and other population specific supports to those in need of assistance.




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SAN RAFAEL, CALIF. (PRWEB) JANUARY 31, 2020

Advantage Academy Powered By Nike Soccer Camps in Cedar Park is the latest addition to the Live Oak and Austin camps. Coach Thaddaeus Taylor and Hayden Taylor are running camp from August 3-7 for ages 6-13 years old. The camp is being held at the local SoccerZone with players of all different abilities encouraged to attend.

Coaches Thaddaeus and Hayden's extensive background in soccer has given campers the opportunity to learn all about the game from a global viewpoint. This camp is about bringing people together and sharing their passion for soccer. With video evaluation and a low camper to coach ratio, campers get an advantage over others and improve their game.

"We are excited to be returning to Cedar Park with great coaches," says Renee Chapman VP of Nike Soccer Camps. "Coach Thaddaeus and Hayden's attention to detail and high soccer IQ allows them to get the best out of our campers."

In this camp players go through presentations, on-field training, and small sided games. During these exercises the coaching staff take the time to ensure campers understand what is being coached so they can apply it to the game. Campers leave feeling confident and a better player than when they arrived.

Players, Coaches, and Parents interested in learning more can visit Nike Soccer Camps at http://www.ussportscamps.com/soccer or call 1-800645-3226.

About US Sports Camps

US Sports Camps (USSC), headquartered in San Rafael, California, is America's largest sports camp network and the licensed operator of Nike Sports Camps. The company has offered summer camps since 1975 with the same mission that defines it today: to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high-quality sports education and skill enhancement.



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SAN RAFAEL, CALIF. (PRWEB) JANUARY 31, 2020

Nike Track & Field Camp at Delaware State University is held on the DSU campus, where campers stay in the dorms while training in their track and field events of choice. Camp dates are June 28 – July 2, 2020.

"The purpose of Nike Track and Field Camp at Delaware State University is to provide high school track & field athletes with event-specific skills and drills that will prepare campers for any T&F program. We will cover the basic principles of training. Our goal is to help athletes build a firm foundation in the technical aspects of their events for their upcoming track season. They will be coached by some of the best coaches in the east," says DSU's Coach Gwen Harris.

This Track & Field Camp is designed as a comprehensive training camp with the focus on track & field fundamentals including drills, pacing, strength endurance, speed and core strengthening as well as the mental edge training necessary for top athletic performances. Athletes will leave with a better sense of track knowledge and skills. The athlete can focus on their desired discipline as they prepare for competition. Plans are in place for the coaching staff to include Alecia Shield Gadson, Olympic Coach in 2016. She will be on hand to teach and coach our campers.

Camp is open to any and all athletes, ages 12-18 with the desire to train smarter, work hard and to have fun.

The 2020 camp is coed, all abilities. Track & field athletes train in their events of choice.

Players, coaches, and parents interested in learning more can visit Nike Running Camps at http://www.ussportscamps.com/running or call 1-800-645-3226.

About US Sports Camps

US Sports Camps (USSC), headquartered in San Rafael, California, is America's largest sports camp network and the licensed operator of Nike Sports Camps. The company has offered summer camps since 1975 with the same mission that defines it today: to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high-quality sports education and skill enhancement.



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OCALA, FLA. (PRWEB) JANUARY 31, 2020

Dr. Nickelice Brand recently attended a SPEAR continuing education course in Phoenix, AZ, titled, "Treating the Terminal Dentition and the Fully Edentulous Patient." Dr. Brand will carry over the information gained from this event to his practice to better serve patients with missing teeth who need full mouth dental implants in Ocala, FL and surrounding areas. With All-on-4 style dental implant treatment, Dr. Brand can restore a patient's entire mouth of missing teeth with new, functional and attractive teeth that last.

"'Treating the Terminal Dentition and the Fully Edentulous Patient' really is a seminar that provides a comprehensive look at these two types of patients," said course instructor Dr. Ricardo Mitrani. "This is really focused on treatment planning. And the notion of treatment planning can be a bit overwhelming when it comes to the fully edentulous or the terminal dentition patient."

SPEAR is a prestigious organization that provides dental practitioners with educational courses to help them learn new techniques and approaches to dentistry that they then incorporate into their practice. The course covered many aspects of full mouth dental implants treatment including:

Classifying the patient condition

Treatment planning the maxillary arch

Treatment planning the mandibular arch

Full mouth dental implants are a treatment solution for patients who have lost all or most of their teeth, or for those whose teeth are failing and will need to be replaced. Dr. Brand offers patients All-on-4 style full mouth dental implants, a treatment that utilizes as few as four dental implants to restore an entire mouth of missing teeth rather than placing one implant per tooth. This solution allows patients to receive a brand-new set of functional, attractive teeth, often in just one appointment. These teeth not only allow patients to smile, speak and eat with normal function and enhanced confidence, but the implants preserve the jawbone, preventing deterioration and keeping the mouth healthy.

At Dental Implants of Ocala, Dr. Brand offers full-scope implant surgery, placing dental implants and restoring teeth for patients. Dr. Brand can replace individual teeth or a full mouth of missing teeth and offers soothing IV sedation to help prevent sensations of discomfort or anxiety during surgery. The practice also features cutting-edge technology, including Digital Smile Design, to give patients timely, precise, and confident new smiles.

Those looking for full mouth dental implants in Ocala, FL or surrounding areas are encouraged to contact Dr. Brand to set up a consultation. Appointments can be made by calling 352-653-2500 or visiting http://www.dentalimplantsofocala.com.

About the Practice

Dental Implants of Ocala offers specialized and all-inclusive dental implant treatment to patients of Marion County, including Ocala, FL and beyond. Dr. Nickelice Brand, the practice's leading implant dentist, has over 25 years of experience and focuses solely on providing innovative implant solutions for his patients. Placing over 500 implants a year, Dr. Brand has retained a 98 percent implant success rate and an even higher level of patient satisfaction. The team at Dental Implants of Ocala remains up to date on implant dentistry's most innovative and unique technologies, including bone morphogenetic protein, Digital Smile Design, and CeraRoot ceramic dental implants, to ensure the highest standard of care and most predictable treatment outcomes. To learn more about Dental Implants of Ocala and their innovative implant care, visit http://www.dentalimplantsofocala.com or call 352-653-2500.



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TORONTO (PRWEB) JANUARY 31, 2020

Aashika, one of the talented members of the rising pop supergroup Girl Pow-R, recently released a new cover of 'Memories' by Maroon 5.

"I wanted to post a cover for the new year and I thought 'Memories' was a perfect choice. It talks about all of the memories of 2019 as we are starting into a new year, 2020," said Aashika. "When a new year has begun, I always like to reflect on what happened in that past year ('bring back all the memories'), whether good or bad. It's always important to reflect on what went wrong so you can make it better for next time."

"One of the great memories I had in 2019 was joining Girl Pow-R!" said Aashika. "It's been amazing and I have learned so much."

Girl Pow-R is an all-girl pop-rock band. It was formed in 2017 and has been rising ever since. Girl Pow-R has performed more than 200 shows and has performed in the Boys of Summer Tour in the United States in Washington DC, Philadelphia, New York and Boston. Each girl in the group has been focusing on their own social causes like feeding the homeless, sick children's hospitals and youth safety. Girl Pow-R's goal is to empower young girls to follow their dream and not let anyone say they "can't."

For the launch of their first album this past summer, 'This Is Us', they were on television, interviewed on Breakfast Television, CityTV, CP24 Breakfast and Sirius XM Radio. Girl Pow-R has almost 450,000 views for their videos on YouTube and when they launched their single "Never Let Go" they had more than 700,000 listens of that song across all social media platforms.

The group is currently signed to Canyon Entertainment Group, an artist management company and independent record label.



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TORONTO (PRWEB) JANUARY 31, 2020

During the recent Dancer Spotlight Spirit Month held by Luv 2 Dance Competition, dancer Ida-Maria Carriero was recognized for her exceptional talent.

A singer since she was six, Ida-Maria also began dancing competitively at age seven. She currently dances competitively with Maple Academy of Dance in all genres.

Ida-Maria was diagnosed with General Anxiety Disorder at an early age. Today, she acts as a speaker and role model for those suffering with this disorder, using her experience and platform to influence others positively.

Ida-Maria is also a member of the rising pop supergroup Girl Pow-R, which was formed on International Women's Day in 2017.

The group has had a busy schedule since its inception. They have performed more than 200 shows in the last 2.75 years, and won the Family Channel singing competition, and were nominated for several other awards like the Niagara Music Awards' "Best New Group" and a Toronto Independent Music Award.

Ida-Maria has brought her talents to Girl Pow-R, including her stage presence honed through musical theatre which she started at the age of 7, with her first production being Peter Pan, where she played the lead role of Peter Pan. She is also studying and playing RCM piano since the age of 7, which she plays as part of the Girl Pow-R band.

Some other highlights include Ida-Maria participating in a Tiny Talent Time Show with a Musical Theatre piece "Born To Entertain", she starred in the TVO Kids show "It's My Party" Carnevale, and was cast as the Voice Over character for Rose Red in the Audio Book - Another Snow White.

Her band Girl Pow-R will also be performing at Luv2Dance Compeition in both the regional and national finals in Canada. This band is original because each girl supports a social cause that is dear to them and they are very involved in the community. This past summer the band went on their first tour in the US to Washington DC, Philadelphia, New York and Boston.

Ida-Maria's dream is to perform on the big stage in Broadway or around the world!



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TORONTO (PRWEB) JANUARY 31, 2020

Toronto pop singing sensation, Cindy K, a member of Girl Pow-R, recently released her new single "One Day."

The song shares a message that is close to her heart.

"'One Day' is all about reaching your goals despite any obstacles that may stand in your way," said Cindy.

The song was written while she was going through a difficult time and having to overcome multiple hardships to stay positive and not lose valuable dreams. Cindy's song is about hope and the ability to one day put the negativity behind her and reach her goals.

Cindy is a 14-year-old artist who started singing and dancing at the age of 4. She has constantly been posting content on social media and touching her family and friends through her talent. Cindy is very passionate about music, a passion she considers generational. Her family on her mother's side has long been rooted in inspiring others through their art. Cindy believes that music can truly make the world a better place.

Despite not having any formal lessons, she has been playing guitar for the past 5 years, teaching herself through YouTube. Cindy has been influenced by artists such as Alessia Cara, Maggie Rogers, NF, Grace Vanderwaal, and Ali Gatie, as they all strongly share their beliefs through music and are able to connect with their fans.

For the past 3 years, Cindy has been an active member of Girl Pow-R, a Toronto-based band ages 11-17 that spreads empowering messages through their music and social causes. Cindy has done countless performances both with the group and on her own. Her favourite performance included performing at Youth Day at Younge and Dundas Square, where hundreds of young people came to support the youth movement and the values of positive change for the future that today's youth represent. Cindy advocates for the WE movement, and this spring is planning on going to Peru to help underprivileged youth cope with everyday realities and provide them with some basic necessities and medical help, as needed. Cindy is hopeful for a bright future for herself, her family, and all the future generations of young people. Cindy continues spreading light both through her original song as well as multiple cover songs both in English and French.



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TAMPA, FLA. (PRWEB) JANUARY 31, 2020

Feb. 2–8, 2020, is Burn Awareness Week. During this time, Shriners Hospitals for Children launches its annual burn awareness and prevention campaign. Since the 1960s, Shriners Hospitals for Children has been a leader in burn care, research and education — and burn injury prevention is a key component in these efforts.

Burn Awareness Week is Shriners Hospitals for Children's kickoff of a yearlong educational campaign aimed at burn awareness and prevention. Free educational materials, available via the website beburnaware.org, are designed to be a resource for firefighters, teachers, parents and others concerned with the safety and well-being of children.

Building on the theme "Be Burn Aware," our focus is on preventing burn injuries in the home, because most preventable burn injuries occur in residences. Homes are the sites of thousands of burn injuries to children every year, including scalds, fire-related injuries, and even electrical burns. Many of these types of incidents may be prevented by implementing some simple safety precautions.

"The most important point to remember is that burns are preventable," said David Greenhalgh, M.D., chief of burns at Shriners Hospitals for Children — Northern California.

Consequently, educating parents and families about burn injuries is an important part of the mission of Shriners Hospitals for Children.

The burn awareness campaign features two child-friendly characters, Boots and Brewster – a caped, cuddly bear and a googly-eyed teapot – who are featured in activity books for children ages 3-7 and 8-12. The duo leads children through the various rooms of a house, pointing out dangers, and how to easily correct or avoid them. The coloring pages, word searches, cartoons and other activities are designed to grab children's attention and present the information in a memorable, age-appropriate manner. The campaign also features various tip sheets and fact cards, all available online. Most of the materials are available in French and Spanish.

Shriners Hospitals has also created an animated video, Boots and Brewster: The Burn Awareness Pair, which kids are sure to enjoy. In the video, available on YouTube.com/ShrinersHospitals, Boots and Brewster take viewers on a fun and educational adventure to help them become more burn aware.

"Burn prevention strategies by Shriners Hospitals for Children and other organizations have resulted in a significant reduction in burn injuries in children and adolescents," said George H. Thompson, M.D., interim chief medical officer of Shriners Hospitals for Children.

Shriners Hospitals for Children encourages everyone concerned with keeping children safe to visit beburnaware.org for helpful burn prevention tips and information on how to order the free materials.

About Shriners Hospitals for Children
Shriners Hospitals for Children is changing lives every day through innovative pediatric specialty care, world-class research and outstanding medical education. Our health care system provides care for children with orthopaedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries, and cleft lip and palate, regardless of the families' ability to pay. Shriners Hospitals for Children is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and relies on the generosity of donors. All donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law. For more information, please visit shrinershospitalsforchildren.org.



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ST. LOUIS (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 01, 2020

Geniecast, The Virtual Experience Company, produced a special live virtual event with legendary broadcaster Joe Buck as he addressed The Media School at Indiana University while preparing for Super Bowl LIV in Miami, FL.

The Super Bowl is the most-watched sporting event on national television, and as Buck geared up for the broadcast--his sixth time behind the mic for the Big Game--he took time out of his schedule to talk with students at IU, his alma mater, about what goes into calling a game of that magnitude.

In this exclusive dialogue with students of The Media School, Buck discussed everything from how he prepares for the event to the work behind the scenes, and what it takes to bring everything together to make the broadcast happen. He also covered how he got to where he is today, including his turns behind the mic while an undergrad at IU, and kept the conversation going with the students from IU's Sports Media program as well as others within The Media School.

"I've been doing this broadcast thing for a long time and sometimes take for granted what an incredible experience it is to be part of the most-watched broadcast event on national television," Buck said. "I love sharing my experience with others, especially students who are eager to learn the business. It's exciting to work with Geniecast to be able to engage with students at IU in real time while I'm in my hotel in Miami, just days before the game. It's pretty cool."

It's the second time in less than a year Geniecast has produced an event with Buck right before he takes the mic to broadcast a major sports championship. In October 2019, they paired up for FanCast, an engaging Q&A session that took place in real-time from Washington, DC before and after Game 4 of the 2019 World Series.

Geniecast provides engagement with experts, celebrities, thought leaders, and speakers – otherwise known as Genies – delivered via real-time experiences and dialogues. As "The Virtual Experience Company," Geniecast makes high-quality content accessible and affordable, elevates events, brings brands to life, and wows audiences with dazzling augmented, virtual, and mixed reality experiences not found anywhere else.

To learn more about Geniecast, please visit https://geniecast.com/



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FALLS CHURCH, VA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 01, 2020

Members of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA) representing communities from all 50 states will gather in Washington, D.C., May 19-20, 2020, for NAIFA's eighth annual Congressional Conference.

Registration for the event opens Jan. 30 at 2 PM (EST).

Where: Marriott Renaissance DC Downtown, Washington, D.C.
When: May 19-20, 2020

NAIFA's Congressional Conference is the premier advocacy event for insurance and financial professionals that includes the industry's largest Washington, D.C., fly-in. More than 800 financial professionals attended last year's Congressional Conference and participated in meetings with more than 90% of congressional offices.
The first day of the Congressional Conference will feature an issues briefing by NAIFA's expert Government Relations team headed by Senior Vice President Diane Boyle and presentations by members of Congress Tom Souzzi (D-NY) and Tom Reed (R-NY). The Capitol Hill office visits on May 20 allow financial professionals to develop and maintain relationships with their elected officials and discuss issues important to producers, the industry, and consumers.

In meetings with members of Congress and staff, Congressional Conference attendees will also educate lawmakers on the crucial role financial professionals play in providing consumers with financial literacy, risk protection, retirement preparation, and legacy planning.

"Political advocacy is the key way that NAIFA members support their industry, promote their own career success, and serve the interests of their clients," said NAIFA CEO Kevin Mayeux. "NAIFA members view advocacy as a critical professional responsibility. Because NAIFA is recruiting more than 100 first-time members each month, the Congressional Conference provides a welcoming atmosphere for those who are new to advocacy to learn from the industry's best. It's a great thrill to realize that we can all make a difference and that our elected officials truly value our expertise."

The Congressional Congress is the centerpiece of NAIFA's focus as the leading state, interstate, and federal advocacy voice for insurance and financial professionals. NAIFA has formalized advocacy partnerships with the American Council of Life Insurers (ACLI), Asian American Insurance and Financial Professional Association (AAIFPA), Latin American Association of Insurance Agencies (LAAIA), National African American Insurance Association (NAAIA), National Association of Independent Life Brokerage Agencies (NAILBA), Society of Financial Service Professionals (FSP), and Women in Insurance and Financial Services (WIFS) to bring the industry together and allow it to speak with a unified voice on issues of common interest and in pursuit of a common advocacy mission. NAIFA's advocacy partners are invited to participate in NAIFA's Congressional Conference, which is open to all insurance and financial professionals.

NAIFA has been rejuvenated by its NAIFA 20/20 strategic plan and bylaws changes that have unified the association structure and allowed NAIFA to ramp up state and federal advocacy efforts. In addition to the Congressional Conference, NAIFA advocacy initiatives include:

A new Advocacy in Action blog, which keeps financial professionals informed about state and federal issues important to them and their clients and informs the industry about NAIFA's advocacy actions.

A new Advocacy Action Center, available to NAIFA members and our advocacy partners, that covers state and federal issues, provides financial professionals information on how they can become politically involved, and provides specific actions they can take to promote advocacy success.

A new partnership with ACLI to coordinate state advocacy efforts on important issues in the key states of California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, and New Jersey. NAIFA and ACLI foresee expanding the partnership to cover additional states in coming years.

"Lawmakers and regulators are making policies that impact financial professionals' careers and determine how and if they are able to serve the interests of consumers," said Mayeux. "I view political involvement as an important part of every agent and advisor's job. It's part of protecting your industry and part of serving your clients. It is also part of being a good citizen. Our elected officials want to hear from professionals with expertise in complicated financial matters and understanding of how laws and regulations impact Main Street USA. For that, they have no better resource than a motivated, dedicated, politically involved NAIFA member."

ABOUT NAIFA: Founded in 1890, NAIFA is the oldest, largest and most prestigious association representing the interests of financial services professionals from every Congressional district in the United States. Our mission – to advocate for a positive legislative and regulatory environment, enhance business and professional skills, and promote the ethical conduct of its members – is the reason NAIFA has consistently and resoundingly stood up for financial services professionals and called upon members to grow their knowledge while following the highest ethical standards in the industry.



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NEW YORK (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 01, 2020

A-List Education, an education service provider, has hired Zvia Schoenberg as the new CEO, with a mandate to expand the business geographically and into new business lines as the test prep landscape evolves.

For more than 15 years, A-List Education has offered solutions for families and institutions to drive peak educational performance in school and beyond, including 1:1 test prep, in-school classes, teacher professional development, testing analytics and college advising. Not only does A-List Education offer the full spectrum of products and services to support students' successful transition from high school to the next step in their lives, it also proudly provides these products and services to students in under-resourced districts who might not otherwise have access.

"Zvia Schoenberg has deep roots in the education sector including at the NYC Department of Education, the charter school sector, early stage EdTech companies and CBOs," said Scott Farber, Co-Founder of A-List Education, "and we are confident that she is well positioned to bring A-List to new families in NYC and beyond."

Ms. Schoenberg attended NYU School of Law, and she spent a number of years as an education lawyer for the NYC Department of Education, serving as regional counsel for several superintendents, including Dr. Kathleen Cashin. She's also held roles within charter networks such as Edison Learning and Ascend Charter Schools. She transitioned to business and strategy positions with GEMS Americas, and several early-stage EdTech companies.

Most recently, Zvia served as Regional Director, New York Metro, for the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE), a global youth entrepreneurship organization, where she was responsible for implementing and expanding youth entrepreneurship programs across the tri-state area.

About Company A-List Education

A-List Education is dedicated to bringing innovation and equity to education. We work with schools, school districts, families, and non-profit institutions providing solutions tailored to meet specific learning assessment and curriculum needs with the ultimate goal of improving college readiness and access. Our staff comprises experienced and passionate educators each with a distinctive and personal approach to academic learning. Our management team has provided leading-edge education services and products to more than 80,000 students a year. To learn more visit http://www.alisteducation.com.



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ANN ARBOR, MICH. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 01, 2020

InfoReady Corporation, a leading provider of workflow software to higher education, announced today that the Great Lakes Regional Student Success Conference has selected Engagement Hub for its online conference information presentation and registration system. Engagement Hub makes possible a visually attractive display of relevant information and opportunities, while encouraging site visitors to click for more information, registration, and enrollment. Just as importantly, cost-effective Engagement Hub is easy to use for both site visitors and for administrators involved in implementation, metrics, and analysis.

Dr. Krista Malley, Director for Student Success at Oakland University, and Conference program chair, notes that InfoReady's Engagement Hub "is an excellent solution to publicize the GLRSSC and all the Conference logistics and sessions so that participants can make informed decisions well before arrival. That not only helps ensure maximized session attendance, but allows registrants to understand the extraordinary breadth and diversity of issues and interests within Student Success. Just as importantly, Engagement Hub was so easy to install and implement that the Conference administrative staff was delighted." The Conference's Engagement Hub can be viewed at: https://glrssc.inforeadyscale.com/hub.

The Great Lakes Regional Student Success Conference, one of the premier events in its category, will be held February 27-28, 2020 at Oakland University's Oakland Center. InfoReady proudly joins the Kresge Foundation and Gardner Institute as Conference sponsors. Further information is available at: https://oakland.edu/studentsuccess/conference/.

About InfoReady Corporation
InfoReady (http://www.inforeadycorp.com) helps universities to be cohesive, vibrant, competitive and engaging communities. It achieves this through a software platform transforming higher education. Its interface, embedded in any university's website, allows faculty, staff, students and alumni to slide tiles to explore opportunities. Behind the scenes, it is a flexible, easy and powerful workflow engine automating laborious processes all over campus. It helps administration to accept, review, and select research grant proposals. It signs up undergrads for classes and experiences matching their interests, helping them to stay in school. It reaches out to underserved youth populations, ensuring a diverse student body in the future. Used by over a hundred leading universities worldwide, InfoReady is unlocking a vibrant future for higher education.



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CHICAGO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 01, 2020

The Pat Tillman Foundation is pleased to announce the opening of the annual application process for the Tillman Scholar program for eligible military service members, veterans and spouses. The application to join the 2020 Class of Tillman Scholars will remain open until Saturday, February 29, 2020 at 11:59 p.m. PT. For specific details on eligibility and to apply online, please visit the PTF website.

"The Tillman Scholar selection process is rigorous, and the result is a remarkable cohort of people with an immense potential for impact," says Dan Futrell, CEO of the Pat Tillman Foundation and 2011 Tillman Scholar. "We are proud to invest in and empower these remarkable individuals as they continue in their pursuit of academic and service-minded leadership and excellence."

The selection process for the Tillman Scholar program is highly competitive, with up to 60 Tillman Scholars chosen annually. For the current selection cycle, applicants will receive notification of selection results no later than May 2020. Scholarships will be granted for the 2020-2021 academic year and are eligible for renewal. To explore the profiles of current Tillman Scholars and learn about their impact, visit the PTF website.

ELIGIBILITY AND REQUIREMENTS

The mission of the Pat Tillman Foundation is to unite and empower remarkable military service members, veterans and spouses as the next generation of public and private sector leaders committed to service beyond self. Founded in 2008, the Tillman Scholars program supports our nation's active duty service members, veterans and military spouses by investing in academic scholarships, providing professional development opportunities and connecting them to a national network. The program covers direct study-related expenses including tuition and fees, living expenses and books for scholars who are pursuing undergraduate, graduate or professional degrees as a full-time student at a public or private U.S.-based, accredited institution.

Scholars demonstrate extraordinary academic and leadership potential, a track record of perseverance, and a deep desire to impact change in our country and communities through their studies in medicine, law, business, policy, technology, education and the arts. Overall, the Pat Tillman Foundation has invested more than $18 million in academic support since 2008, and has named more than 630 Tillman Scholars at more than 100 academic institutions nationwide.

2020-2021 UNIVERSITY PARTNERS

Since 2008, the Pat Tillman Foundation has joined with higher education institutions as University Partners of the Tillman Scholar Program. These institutions offer strong, veteran-specific services and a culture of support for military service members, veterans and spouses while providing rigorous academic experiences. University Partners are established on an invitation-only basis, and help identify and select qualified Tillman Scholar candidates on their campus while helping to grow the Tillman Scholar community.

The 15 University Partner institutions are: Arizona State University; Columbia University; Georgetown University; The George Washington University; Indiana University; Texas A&M University; The Ohio State University; Syracuse University; University of Arizona; University of Maryland; University of Minnesota; University of Missouri System; University of Oklahoma; University of South Florida; and University of California, Los Angeles. These partners demonstrate strong support for military service members, veterans and spouses and are proud to support Tillman Scholars on their campuses.

If you are a member of the media who wishes to arrange an interview with Pat Tillman Foundation CEO, Dan Futrell, or a Tillman Scholar, please contact Shannon Speshock at (224) 408-0451 or sspeshock(at)pattillmanfoundation(dot)org.

ABOUT THE PAT TILLMAN FOUNDATION

In 2002, Pat Tillman proudly put his NFL career with the Arizona Cardinals on hold to serve his country. Family and friends established the Pat Tillman Foundation following Pat's death in April 2004 while serving with the 75th Ranger Regiment in Afghanistan. Created to honor Pat's legacy of leadership and service, the Pat Tillman Foundation unites and empowers remarkable military service members, veterans and spouses as the next generation of public and private sector leaders committed to service beyond self. For more information on the Pat Tillman Foundation and the impact of the Tillman Scholars, visit http://www.pattillmanfoundation.org.



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GALENA, ILL (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 01, 2020

Spring break isn't just for kids. From Mar. 1 through Apr. 30, 2020, Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa in Galena, Ill is offering all teachers a special rate of $89 per night, regardless of the day or length of stay. Representing a savings for teachers of up to 50 percent, all room rates are subject to availability and guests must show teacher identification upon check-in. The resort is also offering special rates and packages to all spring break families throughout the months of March and April.

If snow is still on the ground, teachers and guests alike can take advantage of Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa's Nordic Center, which offers use of cross-country ski equipment, sledding, ice-skating and more.

If the weather is warm enough, teachers can get a jump on the golf season on one of Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa's award winning golf courses. Regardless of the weather, it is always summer around the heated indoor pool, where guests and families enjoy games and activities like movie nights and make-your-own snack. Teachers can also treat themselves to a luxurious spa service at the resort's on-site Stonedrift Spa and at Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa's restaurants.

Guests can visit http://www.eagleridge.com for more details and reservations.

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About Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa
Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa is located 150 miles west of Chicago within The Galena Territory, a 6,800-acre recreational, residential and resort community six miles southeast of the historic town of Galena, Ill. The resort's grounds include 63 holes on four award-winning golf courses, and accommodations that range from quaint Inn rooms to more than 250 villas and distinctive homes. Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa has 15,000 square feet of state-of-the-art meeting space and beautiful conference homes which regularly accommodate corporate groups, banquets and weddings. Other features include award-winning restaurants, the tranquil Stonedrift Spa, and an incredible selection of outdoor activities including miles of biking, hiking and horseback riding trails, as well as tennis, hot air balloon rides, boating and fishing on the picturesque 225-acre Lake Galena. For reservations or additional information, call 1-800-892-2269 or visit http://www.eagleridge.com.

Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa
444 Eagle Ridge Drive
Galena, IL 61036
815-777-5000
http://www.eagleridge.com

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NEW YORK (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 02, 2020

Cytonus Therapeutics Inc. today announces that it has been selected to present at next week's BIO CEO & Investor Conference. Cytonus' Founder and CEO Remo Moomiaie-Qajar, MD will present on Monday, February 10th at 10:45 am in the Ziegfeld Room at the New York Marriott Marquis. Cytonus is a leading cell-based platform technology company that has developed a vast platform of proprietary Cargocyte Adoptive Cellular Therapy (ACT) technologies which have numerous medical applications including immunotherapeutic products to treat cancers and inflammatory diseases and to improve patient outcomes. Its innovative platform of products has the potential to improve the health and lives of millions of people across the globe.

BIO CEO & Investor Conference, held February 10-11, is one of the Biotech industry's prime occasions for life science entrepreneurs and investors to come together to discuss pipeline innovative technologies that will drive the future of healthcare. Now in its 22nd year, the BIO CEO & Investor Conference is one of the largest investor conferences focused on established and emerging publicly-traded and select private biotech companies.

Each year, the BIO CEO & Investor Conference provides a neutral forum where industry analysts, institutional investors, and senior biotechnology executives have the opportunity to shape the future investment landscape of the biotechnology industry. The conference features issue-oriented plenary sessions, educational sessions focused on key therapeutic areas in biopharma and business issues, and featured company presentations.

About Cytonus Therapeutics Inc.

Cytonus Therapeutics Inc. is a San Diego based biotech company that has developed a vast platform of proprietary immunotherapeutic products to treat a wide range of medical conditions including cancers, infectious diseases, inflammatory diseases and cognitive disorders, and to improve patient outcomes. Its proprietary Cargocyte technologies are next-generation biomolecular delivery devices which have numerous medical applications across unmet therapeutic areas. Cargocytes are engineered to safely transport a multiplicity of therapeutic payloads into difficult-to-reach targeted tissues, and can be programmed to deliver selective, potent, and controllable "off-the-shelf" therapies. Cytonus' vast platform of therapeutics and vaccines has the potential to improve the health and lives of people with life-threatening conditions. For more information, we invite you to visit the Cytonus website at https://cytonus.com. Please follow us on Cytonus on LinkedIn and on Twitter at: @CytonusTx.

Statements in this news release other than strictly historical facts, such as statements about Cytonus' plans and strategies, new and existing products and technologies, anticipated clinical and regulatory pathways, and markets for its products, are forward-looking statements. The words "believe," "expect," "aim," "anticipate," "estimate," "project," and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements that speak only as of the date hereof. Such statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from anticipated results due to many factors, including regulatory and development risks. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement. This news release is neither an offer to sell, nor the solicitation of any offer to purchase, any security.

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BOCA RATON, FLA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

David Baer has completed his new book "Jan the Butterfly": a lighthearted and educational children's tale explaining the life stages of insects in easy-to-understand terms.

He author shares, 'Jan the Butterfly' is a colorful tale with fantastic illustrations, and it also rhymes. It is the author's fourth book! He really loves writing children's books because he wants kids to be entertained, but more importantly, to get good morals out of his stories!

This story is not only entertaining, but it is also educational. It teaches young children the four stages of metamorphosis that a butterfly goes through. I really hope you and your kids enjoy the book!"

Published by Page Publishing, David Baer's entertaining book is a delightful addition to any children's library.

Readers who wish to experience this engaging work can purchase "Jan the Butterfly" at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or media inquiries, contact Page Publishing at 866-315-2708.

About Page Publishing:

Page Publishing is a traditional, full-service publishing house that handles all the intricacies involved in publishing its authors' books, including distribution in the world's largest retail outlets and royalty generation. Page Publishing knows that authors need to be free to create - not mired in logistics like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and so on. Page's accomplished writers and publishing professionals allow authors to leave behind these complex and time-consuming issues to focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at http://www.pagepublishing.com.




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CORRALES, N.M. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Ideum capped 20 years in business with its most successful year ever in 2019. Known internationally for its award-winning digital interactive installations, the company produces multitouch tables and touch displays and fabricates custom exhibits. The firm sold a record amount of touch table hardware to hundreds of museums, educational institutions, and Fortune 500 companies in 22 countries around the world in 2019. Along with that milestone, Ideum completed a number of new and ground-breaking custom installations for museums and corporate clients across the nation.

Ideum received a patent early in 2019 for its hardware manufacturing method. This new method is now used for most of Ideum's touch tables and touch displays. The firm also sold a record number of its largest Colossus and Pano multitouch tables, which contributed to its best year ever in hardware sales. "Our new designs, along with our integration of industry-leading touch components from 3M and Zytronic matched with 24/7 LG commercial monitors, have resulted in the best performing and most durable touch displays and multitouch tables in the world," noted Matt Gallegos, Ideum's Hardware Product Manager.

In its 20th year, Ideum collaborated with the Smithsonian National Museum of African Art in Washington, D.C. to design and develop a compelling introduction to the Museum's unique collection. This is Ideum's fifth collaboration with a Smithsonian museum: the firm has also completed projects with the Cooper Hewitt Design Museum, the National Museum of the American Indian, the National Air and Space Museum, and the National Portrait Gallery.

Closer to home, Ideum helped develop a series of interactive digital exhibits for the new Penguin Chill habitat at the Albuquerque BioPark. One of Ideum's largest exhibition installations to date, Penguin Chill had an immediate impact as visitation to the BioPark increased by 80% over the same period the year before. Additionally, the Albuquerque Journal recently reported that this exhibit has helped make the BioPark "the state's No. 1 most popular attraction."

In one of the firm's most challenging projects ever, Ideum collaborated with national design firms IDEO and Second Story and architectural firm Gensler to design and build a first-of-its-kind, 20-foot custom touch table covered in white Italian marble. The table has three integrated 86" 4K Ultra HD touch displays, and 88 motion sensors and an LED lighting array react as visitors approach. This massive touch table clad in tens of thousands of dollars of marble weighs nearly 3 tons (5,500lbs) and was developed for a Fortune 500 client.

Ideum was also involved in dozens of other creative projects in 2019. Here are just a few notable examples:

In Tune with Nature - A projection-based interactive immersive room that explores cycles in nature. The exhibit was developed in conjunction with Cayton Children's Museum in Santa Monica, California.

D-Day Interactive - A touch table-based exhibit on the history and impact of industrialist Andrew Higgins, whose landing craft was used extensively by the Allies in World War II. This exhibit was the second project Ideum designed and developed with the National World War II Museum in New Orleans.

French Quarter Tours - A mobile and touch table-based interactive exhibit exploring the unique history and architecture of the French Quarter. This project was developed with The Historic New Orleans Collection.

Western Design Room - A projection-based immersive room where visitors using a touch table design their own western wear as colorful design elements appear on the walls of the room. This project was developed with the National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame in Fort Worth, Texas.

Deep Dive into the Brain - Not unlike the 1960s film Fantastic Voyage, the Deep Dive interactive allows visitors to use a custom control panel to travel inside the human brain through a massive immersive projection. This interactive was developed with design partners Intervoke and the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium.

"I am so proud of our team and thankful for our wonderful clients and partners. It is really satisfying to have our 20th year be our best and most exciting year yet. As a self-funded design firm, it hasn't always been easy, but we've kept investing in ourselves and our community and because of that, we keep finding success and continue getting better at what we do," said Jim Spadaccini, Ideum's Creative Director and Founder.

In 2020, Ideum will continue to grow, adding a new flex-space and meeting area to expand the company's facilities to 30,000 square feet. The company is also looking to add 10 new positions to keep up with the demand for its products and services. There are currently a half-dozen jobs posted on its website.

To learn more about Ideum interactive projects and its unique hardware products, please visit:
https://ideum.com

Visit our Flickr album for high-resolution images:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/ideum/

About Ideum

Ideum is a 20-year-old digital design firm based in Corrales, New Mexico. In addition to its established line of touch tables, the firm focuses on creating the next generation of visitor experiences that blend the physical and digital realms. Ideum has partnerships with 3M, Barco, Christie Digital, Crestron, LG, and others, allowing its creative digital projects to have direct access to leading-edge equipment and specialized hardware expertise. In addition, Ideum has a fabrication studio that allows it to create custom exhibits, bespoke furniture with embedded digital technologies, and other unique fabricated pieces. For more information, please visit http://www.ideum.com.




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HOLTS SUMMIT, MO. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

GRITT Business Coaching recently acquired the Profit & Cash financial literacy board game, the rights to the writings of The Power of Open-Book Management and The Open-Book Management Field Book, as well as all other intellectual property related to these items. GRITT Business Coaching operated under a letter of intent since January of 2019. The acquisitions were made on November 15, 2019 from the Schuster Kane Alliance.

With this acquisition, GRITT Business Coaching will be the sole business coaching services group to provide the invaluable teachings of the Profit & Cash game and to own the two revolutionary books that act as a foundation for open-book management principles. To date, over 500,000 employees have completed Profit & Cash.

Profit & Cash is an interactive game of financial and business literacy. Players assume a business role and are presented with critical decisions, investment opportunities and strategic planning scenarios. Ultimately, participants better understand how the business makes money and generates cash, achieve a greater understanding of financial statements and how business decisions influence the big picture.

The Power of Open-Book Management contains essential advice from companies that have implemented open-book management. The Open-Book Management Field Book is a hands-on guide bringing practical advice on creating and implementing an open-book management strategy tailored to the specific needs of your company.

"Considering my mother was one of the authors of the two revolutionary books included in this acquisition and was involved in the creation of the Profit & Cash game, it means a great deal to me personally – and for GRITT Business Coaching – to acquire these important assets," states Patrick Carpenter, President of GRITT Business Coaching. "With these assets, we will be able to further educate and emphasize the importance of financial literacy to businesses around the world."

To learn more about the Profit & Cash board game, visit grittbusinesscoaching.com/profit-and-cash/.

About GRITT Business Coaching
GRITT Business Coaching, or GBC, offers performance coaching, leadership coaching, and even CEO coaching services. Teaching a holistic approach to growth and success, the services of GBC cover financial literacy, emotional intelligence, all while providing trackable metrics to measure progress. The GBC team boasts 80 years of collective leadership and coaching experience and over 100 years of industry experience, not to mention proven results. GRITT Business Coaching is part-owned by PFSbrands. For more information, visit grittbusinesscoaching.com



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RENO, NEV. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Understand.com and Blausen Medical announced their global partnership today. These two leaders in medical animation have combined their extensive medical content offerings with Understand.com serving as the sales and marketing arm for both companies.

"I have admired the quality and breadth of Blausen's medical animations for many years," said Darik Volpa, founder and CEO of Understand.com. "This partnership represents thousands of hours of hard work at both companies. From our new website to our new video player, this launch will position us as the number one site for doctors and hospitals interested in medical education content for their patient education needs."

"We at Blausen are pleased to announce our partnership with Understand.com," said Bruce Blausen, founder and CEO of Blausen Medical. "They are an incredible organization with superb sales and marketing capabilities. Understand.com has the corporate leadership necessary to bring our collective content to the largest number of buyers. We could not be more pleased."

Medical libraries are now offered in the following specialties:

Plastic Surgery

Ophthalmology

Diabetes

Oncology

Orthopedics

Dental

OBGYN

Gynecology Oncology

Spine

Ear, Nose, & Throat

Maternal-Fetal     

Hepatology Oncology

Dermatology    

Respiratory System    

Male Reproduction    

Radiology

Breast Cancer    

Cardiovascular System     

Urology     

Radiation Oncology

Hair    

Digestive System    

Immunology    

Diagnostic Radiology

Neurology

Bariatric     

Allergy

Pharmacology

Languages include English (US and Great Britain), French, German, Arabic, Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin), Dutch, Danish, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Portuguese (Brazil and Portugal), Romanian, Russian, Spanish (Latin American and Castilian), Turkish and Swedish.

In addition to the expanded content offering, animations now can be licensed individually and customers have the ability to create their own libraries based on their specific practice needs.

About Understand.com
Founded in 2003, Understand.com is a global medical education company that has educated over 10,000,000 patients worldwide. Their unparalleled 3D medical animations are at the core of the patient learning experience. Their content clearly explains complex MOAs, disease pathologies, surgical techniques and procedures, as well as treatment methods for hundreds of medical topics.

Understand.com recognizes the huge gap in communication between doctors and patients. Doctors are frequently overloaded with patients, and may lack the time or skills to effectively communicate the complexity of a medical condition or procedure to their patients. Consultations can leave patients confused, frustrated, and unable to get the information they need to be active participants in their own medical care. Understand.com viewed this challenge as an opportunity to empower doctors and educate patients by providing high-quality, informative patient education content.

About Blausen Medical
Founded in 1991, Houston-based Blausen Medical Communications, Inc., is the developer, owner and licensor of the world's largest library of 3D medical animations. Known for their high standard of excellence in scientific and medical accuracy, Blausen creates masterpieces that explain difficult concepts with exceptional clarity.

Blausen Medical's extensive library content is available for multiple platforms. The award-winning animation library is now viewed in every country in the world and has been translated into over 21 languages. The company and its products have received over 30 honors, including the 2013 Platinum Award for Best Interactive Site; and the Gold Award for Best Mobile Communications in eHealthcare Leadership. Blausen Medical has also been honored with numerous Web Health Awards, and with an ABBY Award from the Adaptive Business Leaders Organization for developing innovations that reduce the cost of quality healthcare.



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RALEIGH, N.C. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

MemoryCare.com, a comprehensive resource for caregivers and older adults living with memory impairment, has announced the Best Memory Care Facilities in Raleigh, North Carolina. The guide identifies 7 memory care communities based on location, access to experts, facility features and amenities.

According to the Alzheimer's Association, 5.6 million people age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer's dementia. In Raleigh, the number of senior deaths related to Alzheimer's increased by 30 percent between 2013 and 2017. Memory care facilities offer activities and therapies to help delay or halt cognitive decline. They also give family members and caregivers peace of mind by providing a safe environment for loved ones.

"There's a high demand for quality memory care all across our nation; specifically, in cities like Raleigh, which experienced a rapid increase in Alzheimer's related deaths," says Joyce Collins. "MemoryCare.com provides free resources to help families find the best facilities."

Through hours of research and an intensive selection process, MemoryCare.com was designed to help caregivers find effective solutions for their loved ones. The website not only highlights the best facilities in the city, it also shares information about cost, reviews from residents, type of care offered and more. For a detailed listing of the Best Memory Care Facilities in Raleigh, NC, please visit https://www.memorycare.com/raleigh-nc-facilities/

2020 Best Memory Care Facilities in Raleigh, NC (in alphabetical order)

Carillon Assisted Living
Phone: (919) 701-6784
Address: 5219 Old Wake Forest Rd., Raleigh, NC 27609
Web: http://www.carillonal.com/north-raleigh/

Elmcroft of Northridge
Phone: (919) 999-3611
Address: 600 Newton Rd., Raleigh, NC 27615
Web: http://www.elmcroft.com/northridge/

Falls River Court
Phone: (984) 265-1654
Address: 1130 Falls River Ave., Raleigh, NC 27614
Web: http://www.seniorlifestyle.com/falls-river-court/

Sunrise Brighton Gardens of Raleigh
Phone: (919) 439-4698
Address: 3101 Duraleigh Rd., Raleigh, NC 27612
Web: http://www.sunrise.com/brighton-gardens/

Sunrise at North Hills
Phone: (919) 439-4622
Address: 615 Spring Forest Rd., Raleigh, NC 27609
Web: http://www.sunrise.com/north-hills/

Sunrise of Cary
Phone: (919) 439-4583
Address: 1206 Chatham St., Cary, NC 27513
Web: http://www.sunrise.com/cary/

Waltonwood Cary Parkway
Phone: (919) 651-3964
Address: 750 SE Cary Pkwy., Cary, NC 27511
Web: http://www.waltonwood.com/-cary-pkwy/

ABOUT MEMORYCARE.COM
MemoryCare.com provides tools and resources to help adults living with memory impairment and their families. The online guide uses data-driven research and expert evaluations to identify the best facilities across the nation. The MemoryCare.com team includes medical and elder care professionals as well as board of directors. For more information, visit https://www.memorycare.com/.



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APPLETON, WIS. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Wisconsin Connections Academy (WCA), one of Wisconsin's first full-time, tuition-free online schools, is now accepting students for the upcoming 2020-21 school year. From now until April 30, parents statewide can register their child in any grade, now including four-year-old kindergarten (4K). Wisconsin Connections Academy operates through the Appleton Area School District so families living outside of this school district are encouraged to complete an Open Enrollment Application via the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

Wisconsin Connections Academy is an online public school serving 4K-12 students with the continuous support of experienced teachers and educational resources to ensure a flexible, standards-aligned curriculum tailored to their individual learning preferences. Wisconsin Connections Academy encourages its 500 students to take an independent initiative in learning with guidance from teachers to stay on track and meet the same state standards as traditional school counterparts.

"My daughter Franki started at Wisconsin Connections Academy in 10th grade in order to pursue her singing career in a flexible, supportive environment," said Kathy Satchek, a Wisconsin Connections Academy parent of 3 years. "Since starting at WCA, Franki has been able to audition for American Idol, sing at Green Bay Packers games, and produce multiple songs about mental health based on her experiences being bullied. She has also been invited to perform at school assemblies across the country and talk to students about her success and the importance of having a positive and kind character."

Families interested in learning more about Wisconsin Connections Academy are invited to attend information sessions to see how WCA can meet their unique needs, connect with school staff and meet local families pursuing a 4K-12 online education for their child. Parents can also participate in parent-led online meetings to speak directly with currently enrolled families. For a full list of Wisconsin Connections Academy events, visit our events page.

"Every year, we're seeing Wisconsin Connections Academy students benefit academically, socially and personally from learning in their own environment," said Michelle Mueller, Wisconsin Connections Academy Principal. "We're excited to support new and returning students in discovering what works best for them to thrive in school, and we'll be here every step of the way to help them reach their unique goals."

The open enrollment period runs from February 3 to April 30, 2020. Learn more at http://www.wisconsinconnectionsacademy.com/Enroll or call 920-993-7076.

About Wisconsin Connections Academy
Wisconsin Connections Academy (WCA) is a tuition-free 4K–12 public online school that students attend from home. The institution brings public education and top educational resources directly to your family's door—anywhere in Wisconsin. With high-quality teachers, Wisconsin Connections Academy helps each student maximize their potential and meet the highest performance standards through a uniquely individualized learning program. For more information, call 920-993-7076 or visit our events page.



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TORONTO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Stay on top of current hot topics through free webinars presented by leading experts in pharma, biotech, medical device and food industries. Access to all webinars is free, so be sure to register today to save your place! Participate in the discussion and stay relevant in your field!

Visit http://www.xtalks.com to see our upcoming webinars:

CLINICAL OPERATIONS

February 13 – The Optimal Clinical Data Delivery Infrastructure to Facilitate Data Access & Review

February 26 – Clinical Trial Innovations – How Digital Technology is Transforming Clinical Labelling

February 26 – EDC vs eSource: Is it Time to Move?

COMMERCIALIZATION & HEOR

February 12 - Surviving and Thriving in Due Diligence – Major Transactions from the Perspective of Small Pharma

DRUG DISCOVERY & DEVELOPMENT

February 28 – How Do You Trust Your CRO to Manage Your Bioanalytical Drug Development?

LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY

February 18 – Applications of Immunosequencing in Autoimmunity

MEDICAL DEVICES

February 20 – EU MDR: Best Practices for UDI Data & Product Labeling

PATIENT RECRUITMENT & RETENTION

February 20 – Improving Patient Adherence and Outcome Measurement with Game Design

February 25 – Applying Data Analytics and a Decentralized Trial Platform for More Efficient Patient-Centric Trials

February 27 – Part 1: Rare Disease Clinical Research – Spotlight on the Patient and Caregiver

PHARMACEUTICAL REGULATION

February 6 – Risk Management Plans: GVP Module V Revision 2 and Its Local Impact in the EU

February 13 – Globalization of Risk Management: Think Globally, Act Locally

ABOUT XTALKS

Xtalks, powered by Honeycomb Worldwide Inc., is a leading provider of educational webinars to the global life science, food and medical device community. Every year thousands of industry practitioners (from life science, food and medical device companies, private & academic research institutions, healthcare centers, etc.) turn to Xtalks for access to quality content. Xtalks helps Life Science professionals stay current with industry developments, trends and regulations. Xtalks webinars also provide perspectives on key issues from top industry thought leaders and service providers.

To learn more about Xtalks visit http://www.xtalks.com.



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WASHINGTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

The LEAD1 Association ("LEAD1"), which represents the athletics directors of the 130-member schools of the Football Bowl Subdivision ("FBS"), announced today that the 2020 LEAD1 Institute will be held on June 29th-July 1st at the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana.

Now in its 21st year, the Institute serves as the premier professional development program designed to help senior athletics administrators prepare to become the next generation of athletics directors. Nominated participants will learn from veteran athletics directors who serve as faculty for the program and network with the hiring executives from the top executive search firms.

The LEAD1 Institute will again award various scholarships to those who demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities in college athletics administration. The first ever Deborah A. Yow Scholarship will be given to a female senior administrator who strives to continue Debbie's legacy as a trailblazer in the industry. The Association will also continue its tradition of awarding numerous scholarships to minority candidates who demonstrate the characteristics of someone next in line for the athletics director chair.

"We look forward to producing another class of the nation's top athletics administrators at this year's Institute," said Tom McMillen, President and CEO of LEAD1. "These individuals will have an opportunity to gather insight and network from a number of leaders in our industry to further build upon their careers and develop valuable relationships. We are grateful to Jack Swarbrick, Missy Conboy, and the rest of the Fighting Irish staff for their enthusiasm in hosting the Institute this summer."

For more information about event registration, hotel accommodations, or sponsorship information, please contact Hannah Dewey (hannah@lead1a.com).

About the LEAD1 Association: LEAD1 represents the athletics directors of the 130 member universities of the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS). Key to the LEAD1 mission are influencing how the rules of college sports are enacted and implemented, advocating for the future of college athletics, and providing various services to our member schools. For more information, please visit http://www.lead1association.com.




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BILBAO, SPAIN (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

When you travel just about anywhere throughout the world, there is a bond that brings people together: Jobs. The desire to earn a living, provide for a family, and give back to one's community is universal. But the bonds that we all share go beyond what we do or where we work.

There's something else we're all searching for—a way to leverage business to help close the gap between the so-called "haves" and the "have-nots" that increasingly plagues our societies. We're looking for a way where everyone can earn the opportunity to win and get ahead. We're also searching for a way to make work more engaging and participatory. To give people a voice in the work that they do and to give them the opportunity to earn a reward that truly reflects their hard work. We wonder if there is a way to leverage business such that it creates a better, more equitable society that future generations can build on. In short, we're all looking for a better way to run a business that gives every worker the chance to grab the brass ring for themselves.

It is in this spirit that the associates at SRC Holdings Corporation in Springfield, Missouri, were awarded the 29th annual Txemi Cantera International Prize in Bilbao, Spain. For the past 37 years, SRC—which is 100% owned by its 1,600 associates—has been validating inside their "Living Laboratory" that there is indeed a better way to run a business. The leadership system they have developed and run their companies with, called The Great Game of Business, empowers workers by teaching them to think and act like owners. Not only do SRC's associates participate in creating their future, they all reap their rewards from their shared success.

"Our Great Game leadership system has been built through our own experiences and in collaboration with thousands of other companies," said Jack Stack, CEO of SRC, who accepted the award on behalf of SRC's associates. "It is the result of opening up our company and our books to our associates. It is the product of teaching our associates to do more than just build great products; we give them the information and the opportunity to build great companies. By doing so, we continue to create a business of businesspeople who can now share wealth and prosperity within their communities around the world."

By leveraging their Great Game of Business, SRC and the thousands of other companies who practice the system around the world have found a way to leverage the universal opportunity of business to create the kinds of economic opportunities everyone is looking for to close that gap between the haves and the have-nots.

The Txemi Cantera award was created in 1991 in honor of Jose Miguel Cantera Sojo, nicknamed Txemi, for his commitment to creating better places to work. Cantera, who died in 1991 at the age of 41, was an economist and a "socially committed leader who always understood that life is not only cultivating your plot, but also about helping others cultivate their plots."

The award named for him recognizes those organizations that support workers and reinforce the values of cooperation, solidarity, participation, and equitable sharing of wealth.

For the past 29 years, organizations from around the world who embody these values have been recognized with this prestigious award—which also includes a stunning sculpture created by the renowned Basque artist, Agustin Ibarrola. Winners are selected by a panel consisting of members of the Basque government, the Gezki Institute, the Institute for Cooperative Studies at the University of Deusto, and the local Department of Economic Promotion.

The award committee is led by members of ASLE, a non-profit organization created by Josetxo Hernández in 1982 that promotes worker-owned companies—in particular, so-called "labour societies," which are a specific form of corporation in the Basque Country where employees buy and hold equity in their company. Today, ASLE represents 260 organizations representing more than 6,000 employee-owners.

By winning the award in 2020, SRC became just the third American company to be honored following United Airlines in 1997, after it granted 55% ownership to its employees through an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), and Corey Rosen of the National Center for Employee Ownership (NCEO) in 2009 for his organization's role in helping create and promote employee-owned companies in the U.S.

In accepting ASLE's offer to travel to Bilbao to accept the award on behalf of his associates, Stack also had the honor of meeting with Iñigo Urkullu Rentería, the president or Lehendakari of the Basque region of Spain. In their discussion, the two leaders connected over the importance of broad-based employee ownership, creating good jobs, and offering personal economic development opportunities for workers as a way to create healthier and more sustainable communities around the world.

Stack capped off his visit to Bilbao by giving a keynote presentation at the University of Deusto, where he shared his own journey to find a better way to run a business and how The Great Game of Business leadership system he and his associates have created might finally be the answer that so many people around the world have been looking for when it comes to closing the gap between the have and the have-nots.

Jack Stack is President and CEO of SRC Holdings Corporation, which remanufactures gasoline and diesel engines for the automotive and off-highway markets, distributes engine kits, manufactures power units and remanufactures electrical components, and conducts seminars and training programs specializing in all aspects of teaching people how to implement open-book management. He is also the author of three books, The Great Game of Business, A Stake in the Outcome, and Change The Game: Saving The American Dream By Closing The Gap Between The Haves And The Have-Nots.



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SACRAMENTO, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

As part of their continued effort to promote healthy youth development in Sacramento, the Sacramento Kings are partnering with Winward Academy to support an after-school program at Grant Union High School (GUHS). The program provides valuable resources to support high-achieving students in their pursuit of college and career goals.

"Our students are so lucky for this outpouring of support," shared Director GUHS After-School Program Vence Lewis. "They now have the tools and resources to transform their confidence and their future opportunities."

"The Kings are proud to continue the mission of being bigger than basketball and investing in the region's youth," said Kings President of Business Operations John Rinehart. "By providing extra resources and encouraging students to use them frequently, we hope to develop Sacramento's next generation of leaders."

Kings rookie guard Justin James attended a tip-off event on October 29 with the students to get them excited about the importance of education, family and community, share more about his personal journey to the NBA and answer questions from students. Justin also spent time with the students, taking photos and signing autographs.

To view photos of the event with Justin James, click here.

Dr. Jennifer Winward, the founder and CEO of Winward Academy, also attended the kick-off to get the GUHS students signed up for Winward Academy. Through the learning platform, students have access to all the curriculum and resources needed for their math courses, ACT and SAT college entrance exams and college applications.

"Throughout the school year, we'll continue to work closely with Mr. Lewis to ensure the best outcomes for students," said Winward. "And we're thankful to the Kings for nurturing this partnership to make an impact in their community."

"It's motivating for students to work hard in their academics knowing they have the support of organizations like the Kings and Winward Academy," shared Lewis. "Students with access to Winward Academy are four times more likely to be college-ready in English, Math, Reading and Science. Our students are driven to achieve similar or better results!"

Grant Union High School students who show the most dedication and growth will be rewarded with tickets to Kings games.

For more information about the Kings ongoing efforts to give back to the Sacramento community, please visit Kings.com/Community.

About the Sacramento Kings

The Sacramento Kings are a Western Conference Pacific Division NBA basketball team based in Northern California since 1985. The Kings are the parent organization of NBA G League team the Stockton Kings, and esports franchise Kings Guard Gaming. In 2013, Vivek Ranadivé, an entrepreneur, technology visionary, New York Times best-selling author and philanthropist purchased the Kings, securing the team's future in California's capital city. Under Ranadivé's leadership, the Kings have invested $1 billion in the downtown area creating thousands of jobs, revitalizing the region and building the next great American city. At the heart of this investment, is the most technologically advanced and sustainable arena in the world, Golden 1 Center. Surrounding Golden 1 Center is Sacramento's emerging entertainment and lifestyle district DOCO (Downtown Commons). Off the court, the team actively works to give back to the local community through the Kings Foundation and programs like the Jr. Kings in order to do good, impact the world and make Sacramento proud. For more information, visit Kings.com.

About Winward Academy

Test success, college success, and life success – they all begin at Winward Academy, a research-based, student-centered learning platform for the ACT, SAT, math class and college applications. Winward Academy applies a scientific approach to customize learning for each student, enabling growth for students of all levels and learning styles. Winward Academy is a team of passionate adolescent learning researchers committed to thoughtfully developing curriculum that improves learning, retention, and test performance – building confidence for life. Winward Academy curriculum is used by students at home, by teachers in the classroom, and by charities in afterschool and summer programs. For more information on Winward Academy, see winwardacademy.com or follow the company on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.



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SAN DIEGO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Winward Academy - a San-Diego based ed-tech company - has launched an initiative to bring its educational programs to American Indian schools and students around the country. The curriculum provides support for students to prepare for math class, ACT and SAT college entrance exams, and college applications.

Recent data from ACT highlight that American Indian students in the United States attain lower levels of college readiness than their Asian American or White peers. Only 32% of American Indian teens are considered college ready in English; 15% are college ready in Math; and 15% are college ready in Science - compared to their white peers of whom 72% are college ready in English, 49% in Math, and 46% in Science. These discrepancies are staggering and point to a serious gap in resources and support for American Indian youth.

Winward Academy is addressing this resource gap. In the past six months, American Indian students using the program have shown tremendous success, showing, on average, increases in English performance by 17% and in Math performance by 15%.

Skylar Frasier, AVID elective teacher at Chemawa Indian School in Salem, Oregon shared, "Chemawa students need the individualized approach to ACT preparation that Winward offers. Our students report that they feel more empowered when they are in control of their test preparation study plan and we have noticed an increase in engagement with the test preparation course."

In Anadarko, Oklahoma, Kellie Moser instructs juniors at Riverside Indian School. She said, "my students have really enjoyed the program and are becoming more comfortable with the content and more confident in their test taking abilities. It's critical that they develop the knowledge and skills to be successful beyond an ACT or SAT and into college and career. That's what we focus on every day."

As part of its continued effort to support all students, Winward Academy is committed to continuing this program and its support for American Indian high schools. "We're thrilled to see the U.S. Department of the Interior supporting educational equity initiatives for American Indian students," shared Winward Academy founder and CEO, Dr. Jennifer Winward. "We're hopeful to see continued growth and improvement among all students we serve, and we're thrilled to work closely with such dedicated teachers working every day to transform outcomes for the youth they serve. Nothing would be possible without them."

For more information about Winward Academy's efforts to support American Indian students, please contact Jon Medovich at 305.842.1197 or jon@winwardacademy.com.

About Winward Academy
Test success, college success, and life success – they all begin at Winward Academy, a research-based, student-centered learning platform for the ACT, SAT, math class, and college applications. Winward Academy applies a scientific approach to customize learning for each student, enabling growth for students of all levels and learning styles. Winward Academy is a team of passionate adolescent learning researchers committed to thoughtfully developing curriculum that improves learning, retention, and test performance – building confidence for life. Winward Academy curriculum is used by students at home, by teachers in the classroom, and by charities in after-school and summer programs. For more information on Winward Academy, see winwardacademy.com or follow the company on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.



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CUPERTINO, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Curriki, the CODiE award-winning education technology platform, today announced that professional golfer Brandon Wu has joined Maverick McNealy's Birdies for Education (B4Ed) fundraising campaign. Birdies for Education, which has raised $485,000 to date, was created in 2019 by PGA Tour player Maverick McNealy to raise funds for edtech non-profit, Curriki.org. Through Birdies for Education, golf enthusiasts and education advocates pledge to donate for each birdie McNealy, and now Wu, make throughout the season.

"I want to thank everyone who has contributed to Birdies for Education and welcome my former Stanford University Golf teammate, Brandon, to the Birdies team," said Maverick McNealy. "Brandon shares my passion for learning and giving back, so it was a natural fit to invite him to join the Birdies for Education mission. Together, we will crush our fundraising goal of $1M in 2020."

"We are thrilled to welcome Brandon Wu to Birdies for Education. Maverick's leadership has built Birdies into a fundraising powerhouse for Curriki," said Keith Kostrzewski, CEO, Curriki. "These two young men are so impressive on and off the course, driven to bring impact well beyond the game they play. With their passionate support for bringing high-quality learning experiences to all kids, we will make a difference in education one putt at a time."

"It is so important for all kids to have a solid educational foundation so they can discover their passions and pursue them, just as I have," said Brandon Wu. "I am honored to be part of the Birdies for Education fundraising campaign with Maverick."

Both Maverick and Brandon started the 2020 calendar in impressive fashion. Maverick just had a career-high PGA Tour finish at the Farmers Insurance Open, finishing -8, placing 15th. This performance followed a nice start to the season at The American Express, where he finished in 37th at -13. McNealy currently sits at #71 on the FedEx Cup Leaderboard.

Wu also had a very strong performance at Farmers, where he held the Tournament lead on Friday, at -7. Brandon finished - 1 and placed 55th.

About Brandon Wu
Brandon had an illustrious amateur career, highlighted in 2019 by winning the National Championship with Stanford and the Walker Cup with the US team. He was also the first amateur to compete in both the US Open and The Open since 1967. Since turning professional, he's had a great start to his young career, making his first three cuts on the PGA Tour and finishing T17 at the Houston Open. Learn more about Brandon.

About Curriki
Curriki, an SIIA CODiE Award Winner, is a reliable, trusted resource for quality education materials. It's flagship site, Curriki.org, hosts a free library of learning materials in all K-12 subject areas and in many formats—from individual lesson plans, instructional videos, and units, to games and simulations. All content contributed by educators and select partners is available to educators, parents, and students for use, adapt, and share at no cost.



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WESTMINSTER, COLO. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

February is National Pesticide Safety Education Month, a reminder for everyone to review their pesticide safety practices. The Weed Science Society of America (WSSA), American Phytopathological Society (APS) and Entomological Society of America (ESA) are among the many organizations in the public and private sector that promote pesticide safety during February and throughout the year.

Everyone must focus on safety to protect themselves, others, and the environment, during pesticide transport, storage, application, and disposal.

"There is no 'downtime' in the safe handling and use of pesticides," notes Lee Van Wychen, Ph.D., Executive Director of Science Policy for the Weed Science Society of America.

The National Pesticide Safety Education Month webpage contains a quiz to check your knowledge of some basic pesticide safety principles and a self-assessment to review some of your own pesticide safety practices at home and at work. You can also view a sample of educational resources produced by land-grant university Pesticide Safety Education Programs and learn the importance of these programs.

Everyone aspires to having a safe home environment, healthy crops, successful conservation efforts, protection of agricultural workers...the list goes on, and very often requires the safe handling and use of pesticides.

About the Weed Science Society of America
The Weed Science Society of America (WSSA), a nonprofit scientific society, was founded in 1956 to encourage and promote the development of knowledge concerning weeds and their impact on the environment. The Society promotes research, education and extension outreach activities related to weeds, provides science-based information to the public and policy makers, fosters awareness of weeds and their impact on managed and natural ecosystems, and promotes cooperation among weed science organizations across the nation and around the world. For more information, visit http://www.wssa.net.

About the American Phytopathological Society
The American Phytopathological Society (APS) is a nonprofit, professional scientific organization. The research of the organization's slightly less than 5,000 worldwide members advances the understanding of the science of plant pathology and its application to plant health. For more information, visit http://www.apsnet.org.

About the Entomological Society of America
The Entomological Society of America (ESA) is the largest organization in the world serving the professional and scientific needs of entomologists and people in related disciplines. Founded in 1889, ESA today has over 7,000 members affiliated with educational institutions, health agencies, private industry and government. Members are researchers, teachers, extension services personnel, administrators, marketing representatives, research technicians, consultants, students and hobbyists. For more information, visit http://www.entsoc.org.



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VERONA, ITALY (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

"You were not made to live your lives as beasts", Ulysses said this trying to convince his companions, exhausted by ten years of travel, to move on once again and sail towards a new destination. The journey turns into a quest for growth—a thirst for knowledge—and Ulysses' drive never wavers through a thousand trials and tribulations. Similarly, even though the first year of the Native Grapes Academy (NGA) project has ended, the adventure towards discovering the roots of European civilization will continue and become more intense in 2020, with 15 seminars and various Walk-Around Tastings in the three key countries; Canada, Japan and Russia.

NGA was founded in 2019 by the two most important winery associations in Italy and Spain, namely Unione Italiana Vini (UIV) and Organización Interprofesional del Vino de España (OIVE). The mission of the project is to train a new generation of experts in the wines of excellence of the two countries, disseminating information on European quality labels. In 2019, 120 individuals participated in the Native Grape Odyssey (NGO) Maestro courses, obtaining the qualification of "European Quality Wine Hero". The name of the course understandably refers to the title of the Homeric poem: just like Ulysses, the participants in the NGO Maestro course went on a metaphorical journey, explored Italian and Spanish terroirs, gained a deep knowledge of their native grape varieties.

Comparisons with The Odyssey don't end here: Ulysses has shown us that knowledge is not a destination, but a process in progress, an infinite journey. The NGO Maestro course was therefore not conceived as a stand-alone activity, but as a continuous learning opportunity, both because it is part of a project set to last several years and because it has succeeded in creating a united community that provides continuous educational stimuli for its members.

2020 will build on the experience of 2019 and introduce an expanded version: while in the first year the focus was on operators in the sector, the second year will be aimed at a wider audience. The 15 NGO Fellow courses planned for the current year will consist of an intense day of in-depth learning about Italian and Spanish grape varieties led by renowned experts in the field. These masterclasses are therefore suitable both for experts who want to deepen their knowledge on a particular topic as well as for general enthusiasts.

The choice to hold 15 seminars in 15 different cities, five per country, is motivated by one of the NGA project main objectives, to improve the visibility of these products which, although of exceptional quality, are not yet known to the general public. NGA works to promote the diffusion of these products not only in those areas where the wine industry is more developed, but also and above all, in those cities where it is more difficult to access the great variety of oenological products that Italy and Spain have to offer.

In addition to the aforementioned seminars, NGA will also organize a grand Walk-Around Tasting in each city. This is an opportunity for people to taste hundreds of PDO and PGI wines and meet the best European quality wine producers and professionals. Rebecca Lawrence, NGA Education Development Manager explains the importance of the tasting experience for industry professionals: "If you've tasted it, you get a better understanding of the wine, and you will know why a certain wine will be better with a specific dish. This demonstrates to customers that your restaurant is a place where the staff know what they are talking about. They've tasted the wine; they've experienced them and therefore, they will be trusted."

The positive forecast given to the Italian and Spanish wine industry in 2020 points to equally if not greater reverberations for the NGA project events planned throughout 2020. According to data revealed by the Vinitaly-Nomisma Wine Monitor at wine2wine 2019, exports are expected to increase in 2020. In particular, "...among the buyer countries with the highest confidence index, [those that] stand out - together with the USA – are the two protagonists of the partnership agreements, Canada (90/100) and Japan (87/100), whose growth is already in evidence this year." (La Stampa) These agreements have also favoured the export of Spanish wines to the two out of three NGA project target countries, as reported by the Observatorio Español del Mercado del Vino (OEMV): "Por mercados, destaca el buen crecimiento de las ventas de vinos con IGP envasados a Portugal, así como la buena marcha de Japón y Canadá" (In terms of markets, solid growth in sales of PGI wines bottled in Portugal stands out, as well as the good performance of Japan and Canada).

For detailed information and timely updates about the NGA project and events, please refer to nativegrapeodyssey.com and associated social media channels.

About: Native Grape Odyssey (NGO) is a brand of the Native Grapes Academy (NGA) project. NGA is a project financed by the European Union and managed by Unione Italiana Vini and Interprofesional del Vino de España (OIVE) for the promotion of PDO and PGI European wines abroad, in particular in three countries: Japan, Canada and Russia. In order to achieve this, the NGA educational program will organize wine seminars, workshops and b2b meetings both in these countries and in Verona, Italy, inviting wine experts and influencers from these countries. These events realized across the span of three years (2019-21) aim to create awareness about European native grapes abroad, as well as the wines produced from them, in particular Italian and Spanish wines, which share a long tradition and a high standard of quality.

A real hero never gives up and always seeks to expand their knowledge. Are you a true hero of Italian and Spanish quality wines? Find out how much you know at form.jotformeu.com/unioneitalianavini/course-evaluation-form



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NAPLES, FLA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

MassiveU, a digital education technology company focused on problem- and project-based, social learning, today announced the launch of its new digital learning platform. Solvably marries design thinking with real-world, collaborative and creative problem solving to equip learners with the skills demanded by the 21st Century workforce—creativity, collaboration, communication and critical thinking. The launch comes as economics experts predict an $8.5 trillion global workforce development crisis.

Solvably offers a content library of 450+ interactive, standards-aligned challenges that span science, technology, engineering, art, math, English language arts, social studies, career and technical education, and professional development. Learners interact in teams, solving problems via real-time messaging and a collaborative environment. Upon completion, the learners evaluate their own, and their peers', competencies. Supporting the entire process, instructors deliver formative feedback and assessment via embedded evaluations and rubrics, to further track the learning outcomes. Learners will also be able to privately message instructors in an upcoming feature.

"Our goal with Solvably is to address the workforce crisis by offering an experience that fosters student agency, collaboration, and other 21st Century skills, ironically found in popular gaming experiences and escape rooms," said Angelo Biasi, Founder and CEO of MassiveU. "This learning experience also draws directly from the competencies employers seek today, as well as in the future, and presents information in a way that's naturally engaging for learners. The whole point is to equip learners, from K-12 through career, with the creative problem-solving skills that are required in school, work and life, today and in years to come."

Learners progress through Solvably's five interconnected creative problem-solving phases: discover, explore, imagine, create and reflect. The process enables them to engage with authentic challenges, conduct research, interpret findings, and brainstorm and present solutions while applying what they've learned. In addition to the library of pre-built, standards-aligned challenges, instructors, trainers and employers will have the ability to author and distribute their own custom challenges via a forthcoming wizard tool. Theoretical frameworks, such as Bloom's Taxonomy and Jonassen's typology of problems, are woven in to support pedagogically sound, high fidelity challenge creation.

Solvably will be available through third parties. Business partners interested in working with MassiveU to support learners in their lifelong journeys can contact them at http://www.massiveu.com/contact.

About MassiveU
MassiveU, where learning is doing, is a B2B project- and problem-based, platform-as-a-service company. The education technology company was founded in 2013 and features innovative platforms which convert traditional curricula into transformative 21st Century digital learning experiences for teachers, students and professionals. MassiveU works with the world's leading publishers and partners as their digital differentiator.



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LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

PODCAST Magazine's publisher and editor-in-chief Steve Olsher—entrepreneur, podcaster, international speaker and New York Times bestselling author—announces the launch of the new podcasting culture and lifestyle publication that goes "beyond the microphone" and into the lives of the leading Podcasters that fans love.

The Inaugural February Issue cover story features Glynn Washington, a media personality and producer whose chart-topping podcasts—WNYC Studios' "Snap Judgment" (available on 400+ NPR stations), "Spooked" and "Heaven's Gate"—have generated over 250 million downloads to date.

Esteemed journalist Katie Couric will appear on PODCAST Magazine's March cover, talking about the success of her podcast, "Next Question with Katie Couric," and what listeners can look forward to in upcoming episodes.

Additional upcoming features include top podcasters Jordan Belfort (April cover), Adam Corolla, John Lee Dumas, Marie Forleo, Jenna Kutcher, Ed Mylett, Amy Porterfield and Dave Ramsey, among many others.

Olsher says, "When I was initially struck with the idea of creating a lifestyle magazine that caters to Podcast fans, I was stunned and excited to find that no such publication exists. With the tremendous growth and outside investment the industry has recently experienced—coupled with undeniable shifts in consumer audio consumption—the timing is ideal for our launch."

Washington, who is one of only three people to launch three different shows to number one on Apple Podcasts, says, "My primary role is to open a dialogue between people and to help them understand one another better. When you talk about things politically, no one does anything. To capture your attention, to secure your interest, I need to tell you a story. A story is a sneak attack to having a real dialogue."

The monthly magazine is available for a free digital lifetime subscription for a limited time at PodcastMagazine.com. Initial distribution will be digital-only, available via iOS and Google distribution platforms, with a limited print run for each issue.

According to the Infinite Dial's 2019 report released by Edison Research and Triton Digital, more than 90 million Americans over the age of 12 now listen to podcasts on a monthly basis—up from 73 million a year prior. Further, podcast consumers are listening to an increased number of episodes with the average podcast listener now tuning in to an average of seven episodes per week. Both trends are expected to continue their upward ascent both on a domestic and international basis.

Launching with 19 category directors, the magazine features a curated team of dedicated writers, podcasters and industry authorities who share personal interviews, the latest top podcasts, "Under The Radar" shows, podcasting products, tools & platforms, and industry happenings—as well as PODCAST Magazine's exclusive fan-driven, monthly categorical chart, The Hot 50.

For more information, please visit PodcastMagazine.com.

About PODCAST Magazine
PODCAST magazine is the preeminent lifestyle publication covering podcasts, podcast culture and the podcasters fans love—taking readers "beyond the microphone," behind-the-scenes and into the lives of today's leading hosts and producers. Each month, a curated team of dedicated writers, podcasters and industry authorities share personal interviews, the latest top podcasts, podcasting products, tools & platforms, and industry happenings—as well as PODCAST Magazine's exclusive fan-driven, monthly categorical chart, The Hot 50. The magazine also features independent ratings and reviews for under-the-radar shows, while sharing growth, traffic and monetization strategies for professional podcasters.

About Steve Olsher
Steve Olsher, the world's foremost reinvention expert, is renowned for helping individuals and corporations become exceptionally clear on their "WHAT"—that is, the ONE thing they were created to do. His practical, no-holds-barred approach to life and business propels his clients to achieve massive profitability, while also cultivating a life of purpose, conviction, and contribution. A 30+ year entrepreneur, Olsher is the founder and editor-in-chief of PODCAST Magazine; the original chairman and founder of Liquor.com; an online pioneer who launched on CompuServe's Electronic Mall in 1993; the New York Times bestselling author of What Is Your WHAT? Discover The ONE Amazing Thing You Were Born To Do; a real estate developer; creator of The New Media Summit; host of the #1 rated podcasts "Reinvention Radio" and "Beyond 8 Figures"; an international keynote speaker; and an in-demand guest who has appeared in countless media outlets, including CNN, The Huffington Post and on the cover of Foundr Magazine.

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EUGENE, ORE. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

CBT Nuggets, a leading provider of online video training for IT professionals, recently earned Best Usability and Most Implementable awards from G2.com, a business solution review platform.

CBT Nuggets was recognized by G2 in its Winter 2020 Report, scoring top honors for usability and implementation among e-Learning content providers. The awards were based on reviews and responses provided by G2 users. This marks the first time CBT Nuggets has been recognized by G2.

"Putting learners first is paramount; we take pride in helping them learn effectively and accomplish their goals," said CBT Nuggets Chief Operating Officer Ryan Lee. "That's why being recognized for ease of use is so meaningful."

CBT Nuggets' usability score was measured using factors including user satisfaction, user adoption percentage, and number of G2 user reviews. The implementation score was measured using user satisfaction with the CBT Nuggets setup process, the amount of time it took users to start using the platform, and users' implementation methods.

G2 is a leading business solution review platform that enables users to compare, analyze, and choose the software or services that best fit their needs — based on user reviews and synthesized social data. As of January 2020, G2 featured more than 1 million user reviews.

CBT Nuggets IT training for individuals and teams is available 24/7 and on any device. Our training library includes thousands of videos on widely used technologies from top vendors such as Microsoft, Cisco, and Amazon Web Services.



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DALLAS (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

ChildCareCRM, the leading sales and marketing software platform specifically built for the childcare industry, today announced the promotion of Matt Amoia to Chief Executive Officer, effective February 1, 2020. Co-founder Chuck Gibbs will continue to play an integral role in the company's enterprise sales and overarching vision as Chairman of the Board.

Prior to joining ChildCareCRM in October as President, Amoia was Chief Customer Officer at PayLease, a vertical SaaS business based in San Diego, where he gained extensive experience across all functions. As Chief Executive Officer of ChildCareCRM, Amoia will work closely with Gibbs to lead the company through its next phase of market expansion and rapid growth.

"I am honored to assume the CEO role at ChildCareCRM and build on the tremendous history of success," said Amoia. "Between our strong reputation in the childcare industry and our exceptional employees, ChildCareCRM is uniquely positioned to deliver essential software solutions to help our customers thrive. Today is a special day for me, and I will work hard to ensure it is an exciting day for our team members, customers, prospects, and partners and to honor what Chuck and the ChildCareCRM team have built over the last ten years," Amoia added.

"Matt's integrity, passion and vision for the business make him the perfect leader for our next phase of growth," said Gibbs. "It is clear Matt's experience and leadership qualities will be invaluable as we scale the business to new heights. This is a special moment in our company's history, and I am excited his addition will allow me to spend more time helping with business growth and vision."

ChildCareCRM's industry-leading SaaS platform helps childcare centers grow and maintain their enrollment efficiently. The company's platform allows childcare centers to engage customers more effectively, convert more inquiries into enrollments, and enroll children seamlessly, dramatically improving the center's overall sales and marketing effectiveness. In addition to its core CRM and marketing automation solution, the company introduced ChildCareForms, an automated digital forms solution, in 2019 to streamline a center's historically paper-based enrollment forms process to save time, money, and ensure state-level compliance.

ChildCareCRM
ChildCareCRM provides a comprehensive, web-based sales, marketing, and customer relationship management platform specifically designed for the childcare industry to thousands of childcare centers worldwide. The company's software platform is the result of more than 100 years of industry experience and delivers a simple-to-use, yet powerful, lead management and enrollment forms automation solution that drives results to a center's bottom line. ChildCareCRM customers include childcare centers, academies, schools, and preschools in the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. To learn more about ChildCareCRM or ChildCareForms, visit http://www.childcarecrm.com and follow @ChildCareCRM on Twitter and LinkedIn.



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DALLAS (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Performance Scoring is excited for its full public release in education at the Texas Computer Education Association, TCEA 2020 Convention & Exhibition. After much success in private industry, Performance Scoring was reimagined to deliver actionable insights to school districts, their campuses, and classroom leaders. Designed as a web-based, all-in-one performance management system, Performance Scoring mirrors district hierarchy and schedules, only capturing data on the metrics that each stakeholder believes matter, adapting over time to meet and exceed district needs.

Realize more time teaching with authentic data and key insights into the hidden factors affecting classrooms to decrease student and class redirects, ultimately saving time and propelling performance improvements. Focus resources and maximize value with the data derived from Performance Scoring directing campus leadership where engagement and coaching are needed to drive staff and student growth and development. Measure vendor and supplier performance to ensure the best quality at the best rates for the district. With features designed specifically for the classroom and beyond, Performance Scoring ties current district and school tech solutions together to analyze custom data and contextualize correlating Gradebook, Benchmark Testing, and Attendance Information. Save time by freeing up teachers and support staff from manual processes through automated communication with real-time notifications to administrators, support staff, and parents.

Performance Scoring brings authentic data about the underlying factors determining campus and individual success, while directing user engagement to where improvements can be made. "As school leaders, we are always trying to be in the classroom more, and Performance Scoring brings the classrooms to us," says Trevor B., a Middle School Assistant Principal. He continues, "the actionable data that the system provides enhances our ability engage with students and staff and ensures continuous improvements at our school." Performance Scoring is easily integrated at the district and campus level without interrupting current workflow and no added burden on staff getting started. Step-by-step guides instruct without requiring formal training sessions, and the intuitive user interface is role-specific and easy to navigate. Download a full overview of the Performance Scoring Application in education, here. To sign up for immediate or fall implementation, visit Performance Scoring's website.



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BUDAPEST, HUNGARY AND CAMBRIDGE, MASS. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Global molecular diagnostics company Omixon, headquartered in Budapest with US offices in Cambridge, MA, announce that OmniType, the 11-locus, single tube multiplex successor to Holotype HLA is available through an Early Access Program (EAP) from today. OmniType is a best-in-class product featuring locus-multiplexing and short library preparation, for HLA genotyping from sample to answer in less than 24 hours.

"OmniType paves the way for a better laboratory workflow, reducing time and costs associated with the HLA testing." Efi Melista, Head of Product. "Access for early adopters will be through the worldwide EAP with the first evaluators already receiving their kits in January for immediate testing". The requirements for OmniType were driven by collating customer feedback, and during the vendor collaborations to find the best technology.

Omixon has been recruiting labs to join the EAP since it was first announced at the American Society for Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ASHI) in Pittsburgh, PA, September 2019. Over a dozen labs have already signed up to participate in the EAP and only a limited number of opportunities to be involved remain. OmniType is available worldwide, to existing customers, and potential customers, appropriately resourced to evaluate the technology. The OmniType EAP is expected to last approximately six months, and the data collected by Omixon and by individual participating labs will be published at future ASHI or EFI Annual Meetings.

"We've long viewed 24 hours from sample to answer as a milestone that will encourage the last remaining Solid Organ Typing labs that have a rapid turnaround time for non-cadaveric samples to switch to routinely typing all non-cadaveric samples at high resolution by NGS" says Dr Peter Meintjes, CEO at Omixon. "This removes all doubt that a single NGS technology can afford labs the opportunity to abandon legacy technologies like SSP, SSO, SBT and even qPCR for all routine typings except those from deceased donors".

Omixon expects OmniType to outperform current NGS-based HLA typing tests on all relevant metrics in clinical labs, i.e. speed, throughput, reliability and accuracy. Users can now benefit from the fastest LR-PCR amplification (2 hours, 15 minutes) of all 11 HLA loci in a single tube and a rapid and simple library preparation workflow that enables DNA samples to be ready for sequencing in about 6 hours.

"Our number one priority for developing a multiplexed clinical diagnostic has been the genotyping accuracy, but importantly the market has also driven us to improve the speed and reliability. We are delighted by the quality of OmniType" says Dr. Gergely Tolgyesi, Technical Lead of Assay R&D.

OmniType is the start of Omixon's innovative molecular diagnostics pipeline with more announcements expected throughout 2020 on new product launches and future EAPs.

Labs interested in participation in the Early Access Program for OmniType may email product@omixon.com for more information and acceptance into the program.

Contacts at Omixon
Peter Meintjes, PhD
Chief Executive Officer
peter.meintjes@omixon.com
+1 203 947 2772

Nora Nagy, MBA
Head of Market Development and Marketing
nora.nagy@omixon.com
+36 30 633 3050

About Omixon
Omixon is a global molecular diagnostics company, headquartered in Budapest, Hungary, with US offices in Cambridge, MA that commercializes disruptive technologies for clinical and research laboratories. Omixon's flagship product, Holotype HLA, is the world's leading NGS-based HLA genotyping product that delivers the most accurate high-resolution HLA genotyping available, and is used in more than 50 hospitals worldwide. Omixon's research software, HLA Explore analyzes data from any sequencing technology and determines HLA genotypes from Whole Exome/Genome Sequencing experiments. Omixon maintains an active grant-funded research program with a product pipeline focused on pre- and post-transplantation, and HLA genotyping applications beyond transplantation. For more information, visit omixon.com



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SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Oral Surgery San Francisco, a professional team of oral surgeons in San Francisco headed up by Dr. Alex Rabinovich, is proud to announce a new post on the availability of Exparel for pain management after oral surgery, including dental implants and wisdom teeth extraction. Exparel provides a non-opioid alternative for patients, and Dr. Rabinovich offers no obligation consultations for clients who have oral surgery needs. The consultation can include a discussion of the best post-operative pain management options.

"Many of our San Francisco clients are concerned about post-operative pain management," commented Dr. Rabinovich. "Exparel provides a non-opioid alternative for oral surgery, including the common wisdom teeth extractions and dental implant surgeries that we do here in our Bay Area office."

To review the latest post, please visit https://www.oralsurgery-sf.com/2020/01/exparel/. The post explains that Exparel is an exciting new treatment option for post-surgical pain, and we're excited to offer it to our oral surgery patients here in San Francisco.The medication is injected around the treated area during the surgery when patient is either still asleep or already numbed up if it is a procedure under local anesthesia. It significantly reduces postoperative pain for about 5 days following the surgery. Persons interested in exploring wisdom teeth extraction options in San Francisco are encouraged to visit the informational page at https://www.oralsurgery-sf.com/wisdom-teeth/. Many San Francisco residents are on the younger side and may have neglected to have had their wisdom teeth removed. Leaving the teeth in, however, is not generally a good option as it may cause damage. The best course of option is to reach out to Dr. Rabinovich for a consultation. The consultation can include a discussion of post-operative pain management options.

Persons interested in dental implants should visit the company's sister compan, San Francisco Dental Implants, at https://www.sfdentalimplants.com/. There, they can get online information about dental implants and reach out for a consultation. In that scenario, the conversation can also include a discussion of potential pain management options including the use of Exparel.

SAN FRANCISCO RESIDENTS LEARN THE BENEFITS OF POSTOPERATIVE PAIN MANAGEMENT

Here is the background for this release. No one likes pain, and the fear of pain prevents many people from reaching out for necessary oral surgery procedures such as wisdom teeth extraction or dental implants. Another fear is the fear of opioids, giving the problems many people have with this class of pain management drug. For these reasons, Oral Surgery San Francisco is proud to announce a new post on the use of Exparel as a non-opioid pain management option.

ABOUT ORAL SURGERY SAN FRANCISCO

Oral Surgery San Francisco (http://www.oralsurgery-sf.com/) is located in the Financial District of the City. Under the direction of Dr. Alex Rabinovich, a Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon specializing in the field of oral surgery. This additional training, along with his years of experience, sets Alex Rabinovich MD DDS apart from the growing number of general dentists offering oral surgery and other dental procedures. Procedures include wisdom teeth extraction, Orthognathic or jaw surgery, sleep apnea mouth appliances, and dental implants. Dr. Rabinovich can be available as an emergency oral surgeon in San Francisco also. Oral Surgery San Francisco serves all neighborhoods in the city of San Francisco, including Pacific Heights, Russian Hill, and Noe Valley.

Contact: Media Relations
Tel. (415) 817-9991




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VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Sunshine Coast Health Centre (https://www.sunshinecoasthealthcentre.ca/), a top-rated program in British Columbia for drug rehab, alcohol treatment, trauma and PTSD therapy and other issues, is excited to announce new DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) options. DBT uses four teachable skill sets (mindfulness, interpersonal, emotion-regulation, and distress tolerance) to assist clients facing addiction and/or trauma issues.

"Our constant struggle it to offer the latest, best-in-class treatment options for our clients battling drugs, alcohol, trauma, and/or PTSD," explained Casey Jordan, Chief Marketing Officer. "DBT therapy is an exciting and innovative addition to our options at Powell River, BC."

Persons interested in the treatment program should visit the website and visit the "about" tab at https://www.sunshinecoasthealthcentre.ca/about-us/. There, they can read about the Centre's treatment philosophy. Even more importantly, any person who may be interested in how DBT therapy might help them is urged to click up to the 'contact' button and reach out for a private, confidential information session. Another option is to read the information specific pages about drug rehab (https://www.sunshinecoasthealthcentre.ca/drug-rehab/) or alcohol treatment (https://www.sunshinecoasthealthcentre.ca/alcohol-treatment/).

DIALECTICAL BEHAVIORAL THERAPY (DBT) AS A TREATMENT OPTION
Here is background on this release. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) was developed by an American Psychologist, Marsha M. Linehan, and incorporates strategies from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Zen Principles, and Behavioral Sciences (Austin & Boyd, 2015). At Sunshine Coast Health Centre, the focus is to help clients achieve general skills by employing two treatment modes delivered by multidisciplinary clinicians: skills training and post-session coaching. In order to maximize the effectiveness of the selected skills, flexibility has been built into the program to allow focus on the clients' individual needs. At any time, skills can be added or dropped from the program based on a partnered approach, clinician recommendation, and client feedback. The skills group meets once weekly for a 2-hour skills training workshop. Three weekly 1-hour coaching follow-ups are scheduled afterwards to assess understanding and review further questions or concerns related to the selected skill. Further individual treatment is facilitated through the collaboration of the psychiatrist, other supporting practitioners, and the client's primary counsellor. The overall goal is to provide clients with the general tools needed to help them identify and make changes to thoughts, emotions, and behaviours that cause them distress in their everyday lives.

ABOUT SUNSHINE COAST HEALTH CENTRE
Sunshine Coast Health Centre (http://www.sunshinecoasthealthcentre.ca) is a 47-bed drug and alcohol rehabilitation facility for men, with 8 separately-located private residences for women, that officially opened on the 15th of March 2004. The Centre has a philosophy of care that goes beyond just addiction to include personal transformation based on three key therapeutic principles: interpersonal relatedness, self definition (autonomy & competence), and intrinsic motivation. The Centre offers both drug rehabilitation and alcohol treatment near Vancouver, BC, but serving patients across Canada, particularly British Columbia and Alberta and cities such as Calgary, Edmonton and Red Deer. Sunshine Coast Health Centre uses a form of drug rehabilitation based on the research of Viktor Frankl and methodology of Paul T.P. Wong, namely 'Meaning ­Centered Therapy'.



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NEWARK, N.J. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Ryan Hill, CEO of KIPP New Jersey, predicted in 2007 that "Newark would be the first major American city to prove all kids could achieve." With recent results from KIPP's Newark Collegiate Academy (NCA), Hill's prediction has been realized.

NCA serves students in Newark, New Jersey, one of the most socio-economically challenged areas in the country. In 2017, a member of the KIPP New Jersey Board, whose son improved 9 points on the ACT using Winward Academy, approached its founder, Dr. Jennifer Winward, about providing her platform to NCA to help boost the students' academic performance.

Winward worked closely with NCA teachers to craft a seminar program to focus on improvement for an upcoming ACT. Results were unprecedented: English scores rose by 5.2 points, math by 2.9, reading by 5.1, and science by 4.0. These improvements changed college trajectories, allowing NCA students to apply to colleges they previously considered out of reach.

In the class of 2018, Elijah L. achieved the unprecedented with a score of 30, placing him in the 95% percentile. In the class of 2019, Rae R. became the first student to earn a 31, and in the upcoming class of 2020, Fatima A. became the first to earn a 32 with a 33 superscore, placing her in the 99th percentile in the country.

Michael N. raised his ACT score 10 points and earned a full-ride college scholarship. Michael shared, "When I got my acceptance letter and full scholarship, it was the first time my little brother told me he wanted to be just like me."

The accomplishments of NCA graduates now include college acceptances that read like those of the nation's best private high schools: Ivy League acceptances and full scholarships to Notre Dame, Duke, Georgetown, and others. As important, the culture of NCA has been transformed to one that celebrates academic growth and success.

"Winward Academy broke us out of the status quo and elevated our students' ACT performance by 33 percentile points. The dynamic at our school has completely shifted. Winward Academy is our unicorn," shared Ilyan Nunez, Director of College Placement, KIPP New Jersey.

NCA students are young people who work hard and care about their families and futures. Collectively, they have shown naysayers that despite long-held and problematic stereotypes, low-income urban youth — when afforded the same opportunities as their peers from higher earning families — will walk in their excellence.

For more information about Winward Academy's efforts to support charter and public schools, please contact William Avery at 858.764.2591 or william@winwardacademy.com.

About Winward Academy
Test success, college success, and life success – they all begin at Winward Academy, a research-based, student-centered learning platform for the ACT, SAT, math class, and college applications. Winward Academy applies a scientific approach to customize learning for each student, enabling growth for students of all levels and learning styles. Winward Academy is a team of passionate adolescent learning researchers committed to thoughtfully developing curriculum that improves learning, retention, and test performance – building confidence for life. Winward Academy curriculum is used by students at home, by teachers in the classroom, and by charities in after-school and summer programs. For more information on Winward Academy, see winwardacademy.com or follow the company on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.

About KIPP New Jersey
KIPP New Jersey schools are part of the nationally recognized "Knowledge Is Power Program" non-profit network of college-preparatory, public charter schools educating elementary, middle, and high school students. In 2002, KIPP New Jersey first opened its doors in Newark's South Ward as a single class of 80 fifth graders and has since grown to teach over 6,290 students in grades K-12 in Newark and Camden. 90% of KIPP New Jersey students currently qualify for free or reduced meals. KIPP New Jersey alumni earn college degrees at more than 3 times the national average for students from low-income families. By offering highly effective educators with strong bonds to families, more time in school learning, services that support a variety of student needs, and a culture focused on achievement, our students are on the path to and through college.



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AKRON, OHIO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Help.org, a trusted online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones, has announced the Best Rehab Facilities in Akron, Ohio for 2020. The informational guide recognizes the top 18 rehab facilities based on cost, treatment options, location, accompanying services and more.

According to recent studies, drug overdose is the leading cause of death among people under age 50. In Akron, deaths related to opioid abuse increased significantly from 2011 to 2015. Substance abuse among adolescents is also escalating in Akron with 55 percent of high school students reported using alcohol, 38 percent reported using marijuana, 8 percent reported using prescription drugs without a valid prescription, and 2 percent reported using heroin. With the growing need for accessible and high-quality rehab programs, Help.org has developed a unique ranking process to help connect individuals with treatment providers that meet their needs.

The Help.org research team analyzed thousands of facilities across the country and then identified the most cost-effective and highest rated programs in larger cities like Akron. Each facility was evaluated based on rehabilitation services, treatment approaches, cost, special programs for unique demographics and ancillary services. The website also provides information about drug use and side effects as well as educational articles. For a detailed listing of the Best Rehab Facilities in Akron, Ohio please visit https://www.help.org/best-drug-and-alcohol-rehab-centers-in-akron-oh/.

2020 Best Rehab Facilities in Akron, Ohio (in alphabetical order)

Akron Urban Minority Alcoholism Drug Abuse Outreach Program Inc.
665 W. Market Street
Akron, OH 44303
330-379-3467

Arrow Passage Recovery
721 Lincoln Way E.
Massillon, OH 44646
855-790-7398

Child Guidance and Family Solutions
18 N. Forge Street
Akron, OH 44304
330-762-0591

Community Health Center
725 E. Market Street
Akron, OH 44305
330-434-4141

Crossroads Center
311 Martin Luther King Drive E.
Cincinnati, OH 45220
513-475-5300

IBH Addiction Recovery Center
3445 S. Main Street
Akron, OH 44319
330-644-4095

Inpatient Rehab Placement
87 E. Tallmadge Avenue
Akron, OH 44310
330-349-8121

New Day Recovery
960 Boardman-Canfield Road
Youngstown, OH 44512
330-886-4744

Ohio Addiction Recovery Center
1151 S. High Street
Columbus, OH 43206
800-481-8457

Oriana House ADM Crisis Center
15 Frederick Avenue
Akron, OH 44310
330-996-7730

Rosary Hall
2351 E. 22nd Street
Cleveland, OH 44115
216-861-6200

SMART Recovery
7304 Mentor Avenue, Suite F
Mentor, OH 44060
440-951-5357

Sojourner Recovery Services
1430 University Blvd.
Hamilton, OH 45011
513-896-3497

Summit County Health District Counseling Services
1867 W. Market Street
Akron, OH 44313
330-923-4891

Tarry House Recovery Home
564 Diagonal Road
Akron, OH 44320
330-253-6689

The Bluffs
2650 Lodge Road S.W.
Sherrodsville, OH
888-481-7821

The Recovery Village Columbus
3964 Hamilton Square Boulevard
Groveport, OH 43125
614-362-1686

The Ridge Ohio
25 Whitney Drive, Suite 120
Milford, OH 45150
513-275-7571

ABOUT HELP.ORG
Help.org is an online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones. The website provides the latest research through scientifically proven methods, community recovery resources as well as information about local financial assistance. Help.org's team of researchers, activists and writers work together with addiction counselors and other professionals to offer useful and accurate resources to help individuals seeking recovery. To learn more, visit https://www.help.org/.



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ALEXANDRIA, VA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

The National School Boards Action Center (NSBAC) today released the results of its national poll of voter opinions and attitudes about public education, federal policymaking and key issues impacting public schools and student achievement. The poll, "America Speaks on Public Schools: Results from the 2020 NSBAC Public Education Poll" shows that voters strongly support public schools and are opposed to taking away funds from public schools to fund for-profit charters or private schools.

The results were presented at the annual National School Boards Association's (NSBA) Advocacy Institute in Washington, D.C., to an audience of more than 800 school board members from across the country.

Voters across the board are oriented toward public education and are looking to elected officials of both parties and at all levels of government to prioritize public education and do a better job addressing it. Funding, school safety, real world learning and teacher shortages were identified as both big problems and extremely important issues to address. While views of charter schools are mixed, the public is adamant that charter schools should be under the oversight of local school boards like other public schools.

Other major findings include:

1) Voters expressed strong commitment to public schools and support for increased funding, even if it means they would pay more in taxes. Moreover, 73% of voters indicate that inadequate funding and resources for public education is a problem, 64% think funding for public schools should be increased and, for those who do think funding should be increased, 83% of them support public funding, even if means they would pay more in taxes. In fact, more than six in ten voters say they would be less likely to vote for an elected official who supported taking funds away from public schools to give to private schools.

2) Teacher shortages and school safety are top concerns for voters across the political spectrum. 67% of voters say the lack of quality teachers is a problem and 81% say this as an important issue to address. On school safety, voters want to ensure that public schools are safe – 92% say it is an important issue to address. Additionally, voters support the instruction of real-world skills, with 77% saying it is an important issue to address.

3) Local school boards enjoy high favorable ratings from voters nationwide, with a strong majority (58%) saying they are favorable toward their local school board. Conversely, voters overall do not think the President or Congress, regardless of party affiliation, are paying enough attention to the state of public schools today—59% think Republicans in Congress are not paying enough attention, 54% think Democrats in Congress are not paying enough attention and 58% think the President is not paying enough attention.

The findings in the poll are based on the results of a nationally representative survey of 1,000 likely 2020 voters. There was an oversampling of 100 African Americans, 100 Latinx, 100 parents of school-age children and 100 battleground state voters, which allowed for a more in-depth look and examination of attitudes and the importance of public schools

"Going into an election cycle, it's imperative that we understand what is on voters' minds with regards to the challenges facing public schools today," said Frank Henderson, NSBAC President. "Voters made it clear that public school funding, teacher shortages, school safety and the need to teach real-world skills are issues that they recognize as critical for elevating public schools, and they are willing to pay to achieve this important goal."

NSBA Executive Director and CEO Thomas J. Gentzel added, "Strong public schools are the best way for the nation to prosper. Students need support to thrive in our highly competitive world and to live a fulfilling life. As a cornerstone of our society, we need to make enhancing public education and serving the 50 million public school students our number one priority."

Henderson adds, "Prioritizing school safety must be at the top of our list of priorities, but to adequately meet that goal, local public schools need help from our federal elected officials to get us the resources and tools we need. At a time where the number of deadly school violence incidents has increased, more work must be done."

Republican pollster, Bob Carpenter part of the bipartisan team who conducted the poll said, "Throughout the survey we see strong support for public schools including greater funding, even if it means tax increases," "This support extends across gender, region and partisanship. And, voters are ready and willing to punish those elected officials who take the opposite approach and move to cut funding."

Celinda Lake, a Democratic pollster who also conducted the poll added, "With the vast majority of school-age children in this nation attending a local public school, public education continues to be an important part of communities across this nation. Our recent survey of likely 2020 voters shows voters nationwide were committed to public education, favourable toward their local schools, teachers and school boards and very supportive of increased funding for their local public schools."

About NSBAC: The National School Boards Action Center (NSBAC) is a champion for public schools and the more than 50 million students who attend them. It gives people in every community in the country who support their neighborhood school a voice in our nation's capital. Dedicated to its vision to strengthen public schools and provide students with the support they need to get a high-quality education, NSBAC educates, organizes, and mobilizes advocates to secure federal policies that advance public education so students can realize their dreams. NSBAC has successfully helped secure key federal policies including the landmark Every Student Succeeds Act, reinforcing the organization's commitment to students who need extra support and educational equity. NSBAC also campaigns for federal policies that enhance educational equity, expands access to educational technology, and improves student well-being. NSBAC provides national grassroots advocacy on issues important to school board members and public education. http://www.nsbac.org.

Lake Research Partners (LRP) is a nationally recognized qualitative and quantitative research firm with offices in Washington, DC, New York, and California. LRP has conducted surveys and focus groups for progressive candidates, elected officials, government entities, non-profits, and foundations.

Chesapeake Beach Consulting is a nationally recognized research firm that has conducted surveys and focus groups for Republican candidates at the local, state and federal level as well as numerous associations and corporations.



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DETROIT (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Energy is critical to our planet and its people. At 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 4 the Michigan Science Center (MiSci), Aramco Americas and DPSCD will launch a comprehensive energy education experience at MiSci to enhance every DPSCD ninth-grader's understanding of this important topic. DPSCD Executive Director of K-12 Science Kristie Ford, Aramco Director Ghaithan Muntasheri, and MiSci CEO Christian Greer will share details on the creation of this collaborative project.

The Aramco iExplore: Energy Program, a recognized best outreach program, has a two-part approach:

1) Teachers attend a one-day workshop at MiSci to learn about the field trip program, receive materials for their classrooms and meet Aramco engineers and scientists;

2) Over 4,000 DPSCD ninth graders will visit MiSci on a field trip during February and March 2020, where they will enjoy interactive exhibits and experience live science stage shows designed to get them excited about energy-related ideas, careers, and enhance their in-class learning.

iExplore was developed in partnership with Aramco Americas, DPSCD, and CREATE for STEM Institute at Michigan State University. Joining DPSCD on their 2-year journey to shift classroom instruction toward the Next Generation Science Standards, the partners sought the feedback of the students and teachers in DPSCD to develop this learning experience. This is the first time in MiSci history in which a program is developed and specifically tailored to high school students and their curriculum.

"We are thankful for the opportunity to create a life-changing experience for thousands of students and are thrilled for the chance to collaborate with DPSCD teachers at such a close level," said Christian Greer, president and CEO of the Michigan Science Center. "Aramco's support, combined with education from MiSci, will not only make STEM education more accessible, but also shine a light on career pathways for our future workforce."

The field trips are provided to students and their schools through Aramco's generous support. Aramco expertise gives educators insight and real-world connections to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Students can explore possible careers as they interact with STEM role models like Aramco scientists and engineers.

"As a company, we value the role of technology in positively affecting society and human development. We are very pleased to be part of giving Detroit schoolchildren the opportunity to experience STEM subjects with the Michigan Science Center," said Alma Kombargi, Director of Brand Strategy, Aramco Americas.

About the Michigan Science Center
The Michigan Science Center (MiSci) inspires over 200,000 curious minds of all ages every year through STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) discovery, innovation and interactive education in Detroit and across the state of Michigan. We have an immersive facility in the heart of Midtown Detroit. With the Toyota Engineering 4D Theater, live stage shows, a Planetarium, lab activities, 220+ hands-on exhibits, and more, there are dozens of ways to customize your MiSci visit. As the STEM hub of the state, MiSci focuses on developing and introducing expanded education programs, exhibits, and initiatives that empower and enrich all children and all communities with STEM. Through our Traveling Science Program and distance learning initiative, ECHO, we are also planning to reach all 83 counties of Michigan. For more information, please call 313.577.8400 or visit the website, mi-sci.org.

About Aramco Americas
Aramco Services Company (d/b/a Aramco Americas) is the U.S.-based subsidiary of Saudi Aramco, a world leader in integrated energy and chemicals, and has had a presence in the U.S. for more than 60 years. ASC is a contributor to the U.S. energy sector through research and development, venture fund activities, asset ownership, as well as technology and digital transformation. The company is headquartered in Houston, and maintains offices in New York, Washington D.C., Boston, and Detroit. ASC is committed to being a positive contributor in the communities where its employees live and work, and to making a difference through outreach that benefits the arts, geosciences, education and the environment. americas.aramco.com



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SANTA BARBARA, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Palette Life Sciences, Inc., today announces the launch of MySolesta.com, an online educational resource specifically designed for healthcare professionals (HCPs), caregivers, and patients suffering from bowel incontinence, also known as fecal incontinence (FI). The site provides valuable information, education and resources focused on the causes, risk factors, symptoms and treatment options for FI, including Solesta - the quick, nonsurgical treatment for bowel incontinence.(1)

MySolesta.com empowers patients and caregivers by providing them valuable information and connects them with physicians in their area who specialize in treating bowel incontinence. In addition, the site includes information and resources pertaining to reimbursement assistance for treatments.

Bowel incontinence or fecal incontinence affects millions of people worldwide. Research indicates that up to 18% of the general population worldwide suffers from bowel incontinence.(2) However, due to the shame and emotional toll of this condition, many people avoid seeking bowel incontinence treatment so the number of cases is likely higher.(3)

Bowel incontinence can present as anal leakage of loose stool, solid stool or mucus. Such uncontrollable anal discharge, can be upsetting, embarrassing, and may discourage patients to talk with their doctor about their bowel incontinence challenges.

For physicians, the site provides simple and straightforward information on training and certification for administering Solesta; HCPs can simply follow three easy steps at MySolesta.com.

Solesta is the only FDA-approved minimally invasive treatment for bowel incontinence. It is an easily injectable, viscous gel made from two polysaccharides; Non-Animal Stabilized Hyaluronic Acid (NASHA) and Dextranomer (Dx) microspheres. The Solesta implant is stable, remains in position, and does not disappear over time.(3,4) Solesta is the only injectable gel to be administered in an outpatient setting without the need for anesthesia.(1) Studies have shown that Solesta can help patients return to a more active lifestyle (socializing, going to work, etc.) and reduce overall depression and embarrassment associated with their bowel control problems.(5)

"For patients looking for a quick, nonsurgical fecal incontinence treatment, Solesta may be an ideal choice," said Dr. Zuri Murell, Los Angeles based colorectal surgeon and specialist. "My patients who opted for Solesta were pleased with the results. With the launch of the new MySolesta.com website, I hope patients find comfort knowing there is an effective treatment for their condition that can improve their quality of life and that they are not alone."

"We are confident that MySolesta.com will greatly help patients affected by bowel incontinence, as well as caregivers and the healthcare professionals treating this condition by providing them with valuable information and connecting patients and HCPs," said Richard Low, Head of Marketing, Palette Life Sciences.

About Solesta
Solesta, a Non-Animal Stabilized Hyaluronic Acid (NASHA) and dextranomer gel, is a tissue bulking agent that is injected into the submucosal layer of the anal canal for treatment of Bowel Incontinence in adults. It's a minimally invasive, outpatient procedure that has been proven effective for up to 36 months. Learn more at MySolesta.com.

About Palette Life Sciences
Palette Life Sciences is focused on providing a wide range of products and services that improve the quality of life for patients. Led by experienced healthcare executives, the initial company strategy is to transform applications of existing technologies to bring forward novel solutions for underserved conditions. Palette Life Sciences, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Pharmanest AB headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. Learn more at MySolesta.com and palettelifesciences.com.

References:

1.    Solesta [Package Insert]. Santa Barbara, CA: Palette Life Sciences.
2.    Ng K, Sivakumaran Y, Nassar N, Gladman MA. Fecal incontinence: community prevalence and associated factors–a systematic review. Dis Colon Rectum. 2015;58(12):1194-1209.
3.    Irwin T, Snow AR, Orton TS, Elliot C. Endoscopic, ultrasonographic, and histologic descriptions of dextranomer/hyaluronic acid in a case of fecal incontinence. Case Reports in Pathology. 2018.
4.    Cerwinka WH, Scherz HC, Kirsch AJ. Endoscopic treatment of vesicoureteral reflux with dextranomer/hyaluronic acid in children. Adv Urol. 2008;513854.
5.    Graf W, Mellgren KE, et al; for NASHA Dx study group. Efficacy of dextranomer in stabilised hyaluronic acid for treatment of faecal incontinence: a randomised, shame-controlled trial. Lancet. 2011;377(9770):977-1003.

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SANTA BARBARA, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Palette Life Sciences, Inc., today announces the launch of MySolesta.com, an online educational resource specifically designed for healthcare professionals (HCPs), caregivers, and patients suffering from bowel incontinence, also known as fecal incontinence (FI). The site provides valuable information, education and resources focused on the causes, risk factors, symptoms and treatment options for FI, including Solesta - the quick, nonsurgical treatment for bowel incontinence.(1)

MySolesta.com empowers patients and caregivers by providing them valuable information and connects them with physicians in their area who specialize in treating bowel incontinence. In addition, the site includes information and resources pertaining to reimbursement assistance for treatments.

Bowel incontinence or fecal incontinence affects millions of people worldwide. Research indicates that up to 18% of the general population worldwide suffers from bowel incontinence.(2) However, due to the shame and emotional toll of this condition, many people avoid seeking bowel incontinence treatment so the number of cases is likely higher.(3)

Bowel incontinence can present as anal leakage of loose stool, solid stool or mucus. Such uncontrollable anal discharge, can be upsetting, embarrassing, and may discourage patients to talk with their doctor about their bowel incontinence challenges.

For physicians, the site provides simple and straightforward information on training and certification for administering Solesta; HCPs can simply follow three easy steps at MySolesta.com.

Solesta is the only FDA-approved minimally invasive treatment for bowel incontinence. It is an easily injectable, viscous gel made from two polysaccharides; Non-Animal Stabilized Hyaluronic Acid (NASHA) and Dextranomer (Dx) microspheres. The Solesta implant is stable, remains in position, and does not disappear over time.(3,4) Solesta is the only injectable gel to be administered in an outpatient setting without the need for anesthesia.(1) Studies have shown that Solesta can help patients return to a more active lifestyle (socializing, going to work, etc.) and reduce overall depression and embarrassment associated with their bowel control problems.(5)

"For patients looking for a quick, nonsurgical fecal incontinence treatment, Solesta may be an ideal choice," said Dr. Zuri Murell, Los Angeles based colorectal surgeon and specialist. "My patients who opted for Solesta were pleased with the results. With the launch of the new MySolesta.com website, I hope patients find comfort knowing there is an effective treatment for their condition that can improve their quality of life and that they are not alone."

"We are confident that MySolesta.com will greatly help patients affected by bowel incontinence, as well as caregivers and the healthcare professionals treating this condition by providing them with valuable information and connecting patients and HCPs," said Richard Low, Head of Marketing, Palette Life Sciences.

About Solesta
Solesta, a Non-Animal Stabilized Hyaluronic Acid (NASHA) and dextranomer gel, is a tissue bulking agent that is injected into the submucosal layer of the anal canal for treatment of Bowel Incontinence in adults. It's a minimally invasive, outpatient procedure that has been proven effective for up to 36 months. Learn more at MySolesta.com.

About Palette Life Sciences
Palette Life Sciences is focused on providing a wide range of products and services that improve the quality of life for patients. Led by experienced healthcare executives, the initial company strategy is to transform applications of existing technologies to bring forward novel solutions for underserved conditions. Palette Life Sciences, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Pharmanest AB headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. Learn more at MySolesta.com and palettelifesciences.com.

References:

1.    Solesta [Package Insert]. Santa Barbara, CA: Palette Life Sciences.
2.    Ng K, Sivakumaran Y, Nassar N, Gladman MA. Fecal incontinence: community prevalence and associated factors–a systematic review. Dis Colon Rectum. 2015;58(12):1194-1209.
3.    Irwin T, Snow AR, Orton TS, Elliot C. Endoscopic, ultrasonographic, and histologic descriptions of dextranomer/hyaluronic acid in a case of fecal incontinence. Case Reports in Pathology. 2018.
4.    Cerwinka WH, Scherz HC, Kirsch AJ. Endoscopic treatment of vesicoureteral reflux with dextranomer/hyaluronic acid in children. Adv Urol. 2008;513854.
5.    Graf W, Mellgren KE, et al; for NASHA Dx study group. Efficacy of dextranomer in stabilised hyaluronic acid for treatment of faecal incontinence: a randomised, shame-controlled trial. Lancet. 2011;377(9770):977-1003.

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LAS VEGAS (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

The Law Office of Rodney K. Okano is proud to announce the newest recipient of their distinguished Working Student Scholarship, Ms. Latasha Davis. The Law Office of Rodney K. Okano has been committed to not only helping accident victims attain compensation for their injuries, but also helping to support the community by emphasizing the value of education.

The Working Student Scholarship has had the primary job of aiding students who are able to maintain a B average while also working to support themselves. Awarding such students the scholarship award of $1000, The Law Office of Rodney K. Okano is proud to assist some of the most dedicated and deserving students enrolled in college.

For 2019, applicants were asked to challenge the education system and examine it by defining a flaw in the system and suggesting one change that would help students find a balance between maintaining their high grades as well as employment. Its purpose is also to find the value in certain aspects of our current system that should be emphasized and bolstered.

This year's recipient, Latasha Davis of Las Vegas, Nevada, holds a Bachelor's Degree and is currently an elementary school teacher who is dedicated to continuing her education with an emphasis in science and engineering. Ms. Davis submitted an impressive essay highlighting the value the arts, such as drawing, painting and music, have upon our youth. She has witnessed the positive influence that the arts have had on her students and herself, and her essay was matched with an impressive grade point average.

Founder Rodney Okano states, "We're proud to help hard working students thrive in school and if we can lift even a portion of the financial burden from their shoulders, we're happy to do so."

The Law Office of Rodney K. Okano would like to thank each and every applicant for the scholarship this year and hopes to be able to provide the same funding for students in the future. So long as able,
Mr. Okano intends to continue efforts to support the community.

Since opening The Law Office of Rodney K. Okano in 2004, Rodney K. Okano has been dedicated to providing honest, fair representation for the everyday person in the areas of personal injury and bankruptcy. In the future, he will continue to assist both students and accident victims attain financial balance.



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LAS VEGAS (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

R3 Medical Training has announced it is now accepting registration for its March 2020 courses. These include the two day Comprehensive Stem Cell Training Course, the two day Regenerative Aesthetics Course and also the MSK Ultrasound Injection Course. CME credit options are available as part of the registration.

The courses will all be held in Las Vegas at the Westin Lake Las Vegas, which features a golf course and a full service spa. All of the courses offer an immersive training experience, including real patients who have real ailments. Routinely, attendees rave about the hands on experience which leads to skills that are immediately useful in one's practice.

For the Comprehensive Stem Cell Training Course March 13-14th, 2020, the procedures are performed at a surgery center and include aesthetics (hair, face, sexual health), musculoskeletal (joints and spine) along with IV, nebulizer and intranasal. The procedures are performed on real patients such as military veterans who are selected as part of the R3 Sten Cell Heroes Program. At the last training, over a dozen military veterans received procedures.

For the Regenerative Aesthetics Training Course March 11-12th 2020, attendees watch and perform hair restoration procedures, facial rejuvenation and sexual health as well. This includes the use of PRP, stem cells, exosomes and PDO thread lifts as well. The regenerative aesthetics course also includes PDO Thread Lift Certification, which is very helpful for providers to distinguish themselves.

Lastly, R3 Medical Training is also offering an MSK Ultrasound Injection Course March 12th 2020, where providers are able to learn how to perform large and small joint diagnostic ultrasound and needle guidance. The course includes real patients who have real ailments. In addition, each provider can receive a procedure as well with real regenerative biologics.

According to R3 Medical Training CEO David Greene, "What separates the R3 Courses is the immersive nature of the experience. We include hands on with real patients and expert trainers. There are no cadavers or models! Also each attendee receives a procedure as well."

About R3 Medical Training: For years, R3 has been offering medical training for stem cell therapy, regenerative aesthetics, PDO thread lift training and MSK ultrasound injection guidance. Each training course is designed to offer an immersive experience for providers with the motto being "See, Do and Have Procedures."

To learn more about the courses, visit the website or simply call (888) 998-6343.



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HERSHEY, PA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Milton Hershey School has announced that Rick Gilbert, senior director of Campus Safety, is one of 15 national finalists for the Campus Safety Director of the Year Award. The award—presented annually by Campus Safety magazine—is given to a school or healthcare facility police chief, security director, or emergency manager who goes beyond the call of duty, while demonstrating outstanding leadership skills, ingenuity, selflessness, and overall achievement.

"I'm honored to be selected along with so many other dedicated professionals across the country," said Gilbert. "The recognition is a reflection of the hard work of our entire MHS safety team, which strives every day to innovate, educate, as well as protect our students and campus."

During his tenure, Gilbert has led a number of important initiatives, including the adoption of non-lethal weapons for MHS safety officers, enhanced training for agency personnel, and most significantly, the pursuit of accreditation as a professional campus security agency. In March of 2017, the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies made MHS's Campus Safety department the first of its kind to be awarded this prestigious international honor.

Gilbert also helped design the school's new Campus Safety Building, which opened in 2019, and features a state-of-the-art central monitoring system. At MHS, Gilbert heads a team responsible for securing the school's 10,000-acre campus, which includes more than 180 student homes and 40 administrative buildings.

"Through Rick's guidance, MHS continues to be on the leading edge of campus safety practices, placing a priority on keeping our students, staff, and visitors protected," said Pete Gurt ʼ85, MHS president. "I know Rick is one of the finest in his profession and this acknowledgement from Campus Safety magazine only underscores his talents and commitment to constant improvement."

A graduate of Hesser College and Kaplan University, Gilbert began his professional career in 1993 at the Lyndeborough Police Department in New Hampshire. As he received promotions, he was selected to supervise officers from around the world at the 1996 Olympic Summer Games in Atlanta. Later, Gilbert co-founded the New England Campus Security Training Academy, providing instruction to officers from across the U.S., as well as South Africa and Bulgaria. In 2005, he was appointed director of campus safety at Endicott College, where he remained until joining MHS in 2009.

Campus Safety is spotlighting Gilbert on its website, along with other finalists. The publication will unveil its award winner during Campus Safety Conference East, which is being held in Bethesda, Maryland, from July 12 to 14.

ABOUT MILTON HERSHEY SCHOOL
Milton Hershey School is one of the world's best private schools, offering a top-notch education and positive home life to children in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade from families of lower income at no charge. For more information, visit mhskids.org.



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BOSTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Eze Castle Integration, a global managed service provider to the investment industry, today announced the launch of its Technology Talk Series, sharing best practices and key technology tools to leverage for continued business growth and success in 2020.

The live, five-part web talk series will run on select Tuesdays from February to April 2020, starting on 11th February, at 3:00 pm GMT, 10:00 am ET. Jamie Smith, Director of International Technology at Eze Castle Integration will lead the series with fellow in-house experts sharing topic specific insights per discussion. The webinar series is made up of the following topics:

Common Cloud Misconfigurations and How to Avoid Them

Why SIEM is a Must in Today's Disparate Multi-Cloud Era?

Microsoft Teams, A Unified Collaboration Platform

Leveraging Unified Communications-as-a-Service

Is a Cloud Virtual Desktop Infrastructure Mature Enough for the Investment Sector?

Register for the webinar series here: https://www.eci.com/events

"At Eze Castle Integration we are immersed in cloud, cybersecurity and unified communication technologies as we strive to deliver innovative solutions to our clients. Beyond delivering these advanced solutions, we aim to be a thought leader and serve as an expert advisor to businesses around the globe," said Mary Beth Hamilton, Vice President of Marketing at Eze Castle Integration. "Through our latest webinar series, we continue our quest to educate clients on technologies vital to success in 2020 and beyond."

Additional Resources:

Technology Resource Centers: https://www.eci.com/resources/

Investment + IT Blog: https://eci.com/blog

About Eze Castle Integration
Eze Castle Integration is a global managed service provider delivering complete cloud solutions, IT services and cybersecurity to the investment industry. The company's products and services include Technology Consulting, Outsourced IT Support, Public and Private Cloud Services, Cybersecurity Solutions, Disaster Recovery, Voice and Unified Communications, Project and Technology Management, Archiving, Storage and Internet Service. Eze Castle Integration is headquartered in Boston and has offices in Chicago, Dallas, Hong Kong, London, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, New York, San Francisco, Singapore and Stamford.

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ALEXANDRIA, VA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

The National School Boards Action Center (NSBAC) today released the results of its national poll of voter opinions and attitudes about public education, federal policymaking and key issues impacting public schools and student achievement. The poll, "America Speaks on Public Schools: Results from the 2020 NSBAC Public Education Poll" shows that voters strongly support public schools and are opposed to taking away funds from public schools to fund for-profit charters or private schools.

The results were presented at the annual National School Boards Association's (NSBA) Advocacy Institute in Washington, D.C., to an audience of more than 800 school board members from across the country.

Voters across the board are oriented toward public education and are looking to elected officials of both parties and at all levels of government to prioritize public education and do a better job addressing it. Funding, school safety, real world learning and teacher shortages were identified as both big problems and extremely important issues to address. While views of charter schools are mixed, the public is adamant that charter schools should be under the oversight of local school boards like other public schools.

Other major findings include:

1) Voters expressed strong commitment to public schools and support for increased funding, even if it means they would pay more in taxes. Moreover, 73% of voters indicate that inadequate funding and resources for public education is a problem, 64% think funding for public schools should be increased and, for those who do think funding should be increased, 83% of them support public funding, even if means they would pay more in taxes. In fact, more than six in ten voters say they would be less likely to vote for an elected official who supported taking funds away from public schools to give to private schools.

2) Teacher shortages and school safety are top concerns for voters across the political spectrum. 67% of voters say the lack of quality teachers is a problem and 81% say this as an important issue to address. On school safety, voters want to ensure that public schools are safe – 92% say it is an important issue to address. Additionally, voters support the instruction of real-world skills, with 77% saying it is an important issue to address.

3) Local school boards enjoy high favorable ratings from voters nationwide, with a strong majority (58%) saying they are favorable toward their local school board. Conversely, voters overall do not think the President or Congress, regardless of party affiliation, are paying enough attention to the state of public schools today—59% think Republicans in Congress are not paying enough attention, 54% think Democrats in Congress are not paying enough attention and 58% think the President is not paying enough attention.

The findings in the poll are based on the results of a nationally representative survey of 1,000 likely 2020 voters. There was an oversampling of 100 African Americans, 100 Latinx, 100 parents of school-age children and 100 battleground state voters, which allowed for a more in-depth look and examination of attitudes and the importance of public schools

"Going into an election cycle, it's imperative that we understand what is on voters' minds with regards to the challenges facing public schools today," said Frank Henderson, NSBAC President. "Voters made it clear that public school funding, teacher shortages, school safety and the need to teach real-world skills are issues that they recognize as critical for elevating public schools, and they are willing to pay to achieve this important goal."

NSBA Executive Director and CEO Thomas J. Gentzel added, "Strong public schools are the best way for the nation to prosper. Students need support to thrive in our highly competitive world and to live a fulfilling life. As a cornerstone of our society, we need to make enhancing public education and serving the 50 million public school students our number one priority."

Henderson adds, "Prioritizing school safety must be at the top of our list of priorities, but to adequately meet that goal, local public schools need help from our federal elected officials to get us the resources and tools we need. At a time where the number of deadly school violence incidents has increased, more work must be done."

Republican pollster, Bob Carpenter part of the bipartisan team who conducted the poll said, "Throughout the survey we see strong support for public schools including greater funding, even if it means tax increases," "This support extends across gender, region and partisanship. And, voters are ready and willing to punish those elected officials who take the opposite approach and move to cut funding."

Celinda Lake, a Democratic pollster who also conducted the poll added, "With the vast majority of school-age children in this nation attending a local public school, public education continues to be an important part of communities across this nation. Our recent survey of likely 2020 voters shows voters nationwide were committed to public education, favourable toward their local schools, teachers and school boards and very supportive of increased funding for their local public schools."

About NSBAC: The National School Boards Action Center (NSBAC) is a champion for public schools and the more than 50 million students who attend them. It gives people in every community in the country who support their neighborhood school a voice in our nation's capital. Dedicated to its vision to strengthen public schools and provide students with the support they need to get a high-quality education, NSBAC educates, organizes, and mobilizes advocates to secure federal policies that advance public education so students can realize their dreams. NSBAC has successfully helped secure key federal policies including the landmark Every Student Succeeds Act, reinforcing the organization's commitment to students who need extra support and educational equity. NSBAC also campaigns for federal policies that enhance educational equity, expands access to educational technology, and improves student well-being. NSBAC provides national grassroots advocacy on issues important to school board members and public education. http://www.nsbac.org.

Lake Research Partners (LRP) is a nationally recognized qualitative and quantitative research firm with offices in Washington, DC, New York, and California. LRP has conducted surveys and focus groups for progressive candidates, elected officials, government entities, non-profits, and foundations.

Chesapeake Beach Consulting is a nationally recognized research firm that has conducted surveys and focus groups for Republican candidates at the local, state and federal level as well as numerous associations and corporations.



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DETROIT (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Energy is critical to our planet and its people. At 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 4 the Michigan Science Center (MiSci), Aramco Americas and DPSCD will launch a comprehensive energy education experience at MiSci to enhance every DPSCD ninth-grader's understanding of this important topic. DPSCD Executive Director of K-12 Science Kristie Ford, Aramco Director Ghaithan Muntasheri, and MiSci CEO Christian Greer will share details on the creation of this collaborative project.

The Aramco iExplore: Energy Program, a recognized best outreach program, has a two-part approach:

1) Teachers attend a one-day workshop at MiSci to learn about the field trip program, receive materials for their classrooms and meet Aramco engineers and scientists;

2) Over 4,000 DPSCD ninth graders will visit MiSci on a field trip during February and March 2020, where they will enjoy interactive exhibits and experience live science stage shows designed to get them excited about energy-related ideas, careers, and enhance their in-class learning.

iExplore was developed in partnership with Aramco Americas, DPSCD, and CREATE for STEM Institute at Michigan State University. Joining DPSCD on their 2-year journey to shift classroom instruction toward the Next Generation Science Standards, the partners sought the feedback of the students and teachers in DPSCD to develop this learning experience. This is the first time in MiSci history in which a program is developed and specifically tailored to high school students and their curriculum.

"We are thankful for the opportunity to create a life-changing experience for thousands of students and are thrilled for the chance to collaborate with DPSCD teachers at such a close level," said Christian Greer, president and CEO of the Michigan Science Center. "Aramco's support, combined with education from MiSci, will not only make STEM education more accessible, but also shine a light on career pathways for our future workforce."

The field trips are provided to students and their schools through Aramco's generous support. Aramco expertise gives educators insight and real-world connections to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Students can explore possible careers as they interact with STEM role models like Aramco scientists and engineers.

"As a company, we value the role of technology in positively affecting society and human development. We are very pleased to be part of giving Detroit schoolchildren the opportunity to experience STEM subjects with the Michigan Science Center," said Alma Kombargi, Director of Brand Strategy, Aramco Americas.

About the Michigan Science Center
The Michigan Science Center (MiSci) inspires over 200,000 curious minds of all ages every year through STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) discovery, innovation and interactive education in Detroit and across the state of Michigan. We have an immersive facility in the heart of Midtown Detroit. With the Toyota Engineering 4D Theater, live stage shows, a Planetarium, lab activities, 220+ hands-on exhibits, and more, there are dozens of ways to customize your MiSci visit. As the STEM hub of the state, MiSci focuses on developing and introducing expanded education programs, exhibits, and initiatives that empower and enrich all children and all communities with STEM. Through our Traveling Science Program and distance learning initiative, ECHO, we are also planning to reach all 83 counties of Michigan. For more information, please call 313.577.8400 or visit the website, mi-sci.org.

About Aramco Americas
Aramco Services Company (d/b/a Aramco Americas) is the U.S.-based subsidiary of Saudi Aramco, a world leader in integrated energy and chemicals, and has had a presence in the U.S. for more than 60 years. ASC is a contributor to the U.S. energy sector through research and development, venture fund activities, asset ownership, as well as technology and digital transformation. The company is headquartered in Houston, and maintains offices in New York, Washington D.C., Boston, and Detroit. ASC is committed to being a positive contributor in the communities where its employees live and work, and to making a difference through outreach that benefits the arts, geosciences, education and the environment. americas.aramco.com



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BENICIA, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Crow Canyon Software is now a California Certified Small Business and qualifies for California's Small Business Participation Program. This program sets a goal of using certified small businesses in at least 25 percent of the State's overall annual contract dollars.

With this certification, Crow Canyon Software can more easily provide its robust Microsoft SharePoint and Office 365 applications to state, county, and city agencies. With a client list that already includes the Franchise Tax Board, the Department of Social Services, and CoveredCA, Crow Canyon is well-positioned to win more contracts as government agencies seek to meet their 25 percent "small business" goal.

Crow Canyon Software, headquartered in Benicia, CA, provides business process automation tools that help organizations achieve higher levels of efficiency and smoother overall functionality. By moving legacy and paper-based processes into Crow Canyon's modern, mobile-friendly software, agencies can streamline operations and provide better service to the public.

Crow Canyon's programs run in SharePoint on-premises and in Office 365. Its tools include over a dozen pre-built applications such as Help Desk, Asset Management, Contract Renewals, Purchasing, HR Requests, Onboarding, and more. These deliver ready-to-go functionality for the most common business needs.

In addition, Crow Canyon has developed its NITRO Studio, a unique forms and workflow solution for SharePoint and Office 365. NITRO Studio allows power users to create many kinds of business automation workflows. It comes with a comprehensive Forms Designer, Workflow Manager, Reporting tool, and many other components that are used to build business applications that suit specific needs.

NITRO Studio is also proving to be a reliable way to replace InfoPath forms, Access databases, Lotus Notes, and other legacy programs. It is also used extensively to automate activities that currently rely on paper forms and manual processing.

All of Crow Canyon's applications as well as NITRO Studio run on SharePoint 2013, 2016, 2019, and Office 365. These tools are fully compatible with cloud and mobile technologies.

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NEW YORK (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

The International Insurance Society (IIS) has announced Dr. Jerry Rosenbloom as the 2020 recipient of the prestigious John S. Bickley Founder's Award. Dr. Rosenbloom is the Frederick H. Ecker Emeritus Professor of Insurance and Risk Management and Academic Director of the Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) Program, at the Wharton School of the University Of Pennsylvania. He is also a Senior Fellow in the Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics and a Senior Fellow in the Financial Institutions Center at the Wharton School. Dr. Rosenbloom has previously served as Chairman of the Insurance and Risk Management Department at Wharton, Executive Director of the S.S. Huebner Foundation for Insurance Education and Executive Director of the Pension Research Council at the Wharton School.

The John S. Bickley Founder's Award Gold Medal for Excellence recipient is elected by the IIS Honors Committee, represented by senior insurance executives and leading academicians. The award recognizes individuals who have made a significant, lasting contribution to insurance thought, product, practice or education. Dr. Rosenbloom will receive this honor at the June 10th Gala Awards dinner taking place during the IIS Global Insurance Forum at the Conrad Downtown NYC, June 8th – 10th.

"Jerry's contribution to the insurance industry is prolific across the property casualty and life/health sector," says James Vickers, Chairman of the Honors Committee "and he is widely regarded for his wide ranging expertise as a professor and researcher, and board member. He continues to contribute to our industry and society broadly through his current efforts to improve the US healthcare system."

IIS President & CEO, Mike Morrissey adds, "Jerry has left an indelible mark on the field of employee benefits where he has been credited as the 'pied piper' of the CEBS program which he helped form. His work has had a profound impact on the employee benefits sector and we're proud to honor him with the Founders Award."    

Dr. Rosenbloom completed his undergraduate education and a year of graduate work at Temple University and received his MA and PhD degrees in applied Economics with a concentration in Insurance from the University of Pennsylvania, studying under a Huebner Foundation Fellowship. He holds the professional designations of Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) and Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU).

About International Insurance Society
IIS serves as the inclusive voice of the industry, providing a platform for both private and public stakeholders to promote resilience, drive innovation, and stimulate the development of markets. The IIS membership is diverse and inclusive, with members hailing from mature and emerging markets representing all sectors of the re/insurance industry, academics, regulators and policymakers. As a non-advocative organization, the IIS serves as a neutral platform for active collaboration and examination of issues that shape the future of the global insurance industry. Its signature annual event, the Global Insurance Forum, is considered the premier industry conference and is attended by 500+ insurance leaders from around the globe.

Founded in 1965, the IIS is a 501(c)3 not for profit organization based in New York, NY. IIS is an affiliate of The Institutes.

About The Institutes | Risk and Insurance Knowledge Group
As the industry's trusted and respected knowledge leader, The Institutes are committed to meeting the evolving professional development needs of risk management and insurance professionals through innovative research, networking, and career resources. The Institutes offers 28 designations, including the Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU). Other offerings include certificate and introductory programs, online and continuing education courses, leadership education, custom solutions and assessments, and industry consortiums such as the RiskBlock Alliance. TheInstitutes.org.

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SPRINGFIELD, MO. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Increasing tuition and cutting costs are no longer viable options for many universities and colleges seeking new ways to become or remain financially sustainable.

To help higher education institutions tackle current and future challenges, BKD CPAs & Advisors released its 2020 Annual Higher Education Outlook, a document that breaks down the mindset and attitudes of campus leaders, covers survey data on institutional financial sustainability from BKD's 2019 survey and includes a summary of observations, conclusions and recommendations for officials.

"It's a challenging time for higher education as schools search for new strategies in the pursuit of financial sustainability," said Nick Wallace, a BKD director and creator of the Higher Education Outlook. "That's why we decided it was important to create a resource that would accumulate and organize the issues institutions are facing, along with solutions schools can use moving forward."

The outlook provides context for ideas designed to inspire institutions. It's packed with insights to help campuses develop a strategy for their future and focuses on actions colleges and universities can take as they strive for financial sustainability.

Download BKD's 2020 Annual Higher Education Outlook at bkd.com/HigherEdOutlook to discover the innovative steps institutions nationwide are taking to move the financial needle and better serve students.



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WASHINGTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Continuing their commitment to educate and empower those affected by infertility, Shady Grove Fertility (SGF) will host 13 live, physician-hosted events this February, including 10 seminars and 3 virtual webinars. Topics include egg freezing, endometriosis, donor egg treatment, in vitro fertilization (IVF), and more. Each event concludes with a question and answer session, allowing individuals and couples the opportunity to get their questions answered by practice physicians.

"We believe a more informed patient is a more confident patient. Infertility can be a challenge for many to discuss freely, so our events provide a safe and supportive space where those experiencing infertility can begin addressing their concerns," says Jason Bromer, M.D. of SGF's Frederick and Hagerstown, MD, offices, who will host a "What to Expect When You're Not Expecting" seminar on Tuesday, February 4, 2020.

"If you're someone who is unsure if it's time to see a fertility specialist, attending one or more of our live seminars and webinars is a great place to find answers to questions you might have regarding your own fertility, and also what you can expect from consultation through treatment," Bromer adds.

To assist individuals who are unable to attend a live seminar, SGF's monthly virtual webinars provide another opportunity for learning, many times focusing on specific topics, like how a woman's menstrual cycle relates to their fertility.

"Irregular, heavy, painful, or nonexistent periods can be indicators of a woman's fertility potential and her ability to conceive," says Brad Swelstad, M.D. of SGF's Fair Oaks and Woodbridge, VA, offices. "While many women are unaware that their age and length of time having unprotected intercourse provide guidelines as to when a woman should see a fertility specialist, these menstrual cycle factors can be early warning signs that a woman who wants to conceive should see a specialist sooner." Dr. Swelstad will host a "What Your Menstrual Cycle Says about Your Fertility" webinar on Wednesday, February 12.

While all SGF in-person and online events are complimentary, interested parties must register to attend by visiting the SGF calendar of events.

February Egg Freezing Seminar
February 13 | Philadelphia, PA | Brianna Schumacher, M.D.

February Egg Freezing and Endometriosis, Everything You Need to Know Seminar
February 24 | New York, NY | Anate Brauer, M.D., Tomer Singer, M.D., Tamer Seckin, M.D., and Karli Goldstein, M.D.
*Attend this free event for your chance to win a free egg freezing cycle. Valid only for a future egg freezing cycle at SGF New York. Clinical eligibility required.

February Donor Egg Seminar
February 13 | New York, NY | Tomer Singer, M.D.
*Attend this free event for your chance to win $1,000 off a future donor egg treatment at SGF New York.

February "What to Expect When You're Not Expecting" Seminars
February 4 | Frederick, MD | Jason Bromer, M.D.
February 5 | Fairfax, VA | Rachana Garde, M.D., M.P.H.
February 6 | New York, NY | Anate Brauer, M.D.
February 12 | Atlanta, GA | Mark Perloe, M.D.
February 20 | Mechanicsburg, PA | Kara Nguyen, M.D.
February 26 | Columbia, MD | Melissa Esposito, M.D.

February Fertility Social (informational drop-ins hosted in casual, public venues)
February 19 | Fredericksburg, VA | Nancy Durso, M.D., and Rosie Gunson, CRNP

February Fertility Webinars
February 12 | What Your Menstrual Cycle Says about Your Fertility | Brad Swelstad, M.D.
February 18 | What to Expect When You're Not Expecting | Naveed Khan, M.D.
February 25 | IVF | Ryan Martin, M.D.

If you are struggling to conceive, it may be time to see a fertility specialist. Contact the SGF New Patient Center at 1-877-971-7755 or complete a brief online request form and get started on your path to parenthood.

To view SGF's growing library of free, on-demand webinars, E-books, and other education resources on topics such as endometriosis, PCOS, low-tech treatment options, weight and infertility, and much more, visit http://www.shadygrovefertility.com/resources/educational-resources.

About Shady Grove Fertility (SGF)
SGF is a leading fertility and IVF center of excellence with more than 85,000 babies born and counting. With 38 locations throughout FL, GA, MD, NY, PA, VA, D.C., and Santiago, Chile, we offer patients individualized care, accept most insurance plans, and make treatment affordable through innovative financial options, including treatment guarantees. More physicians refer their patients to SGF than any other center. Call 1-888-761-1967 or visit ShadyGroveFertility.com.



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SAN RAFAEL, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

The Nike Track and Field Camp at the Loomis Chaffee School takes place this summer on June 19th-June 23rd, in Windsor, CT. Camp is open to boys and girls ages 10-18 who are motivated to work on their events during the off season. Day, extended day, and overnight attendance options are available.

Campers receive valuable instruction on technique, goal setting, and nutrition. Video analysis will be used to improve form. Athletes can choose from all disciplines (except pole vault). Offered events: throw (shot put, hammer, discus, javelin), sprints, hurdles, middle distance, distance (800m up to the 2 mile), and jumps (high jump, long jump, triple jump).

In his 20-year tenure as Loomis Chaffee's Head Men's T&F Coach and Camp Director, Scott Purdy, has led his team to winning 12 Founders League Championships, including nine of the last 10. In recent years, Purdy has led his team to winning seven prep school events at the Penn Relays. He has coached five different New England champions in the boys' hurdles as well as coached Loomis Chaffee boys' hurdlers to 14 league championship titles.

"US Sports Camps and Nike Running Camps are thrilled to have Loomis Chaffee's camp back in our line-up. They have always run a strong camp for us and it's encouraging to know that their coaching staff is the same who will lead our campers to improvement this summer!" states Jan O'Connor, US Sports Camps Executive Vice President.

Players, coaches, and parents interested in learning more can visit Nike Running Camps at http://www.ussportscamps.com/running or call 1-800-645-3226.

About US Sports Camps

US Sports Camps (USSC), headquartered in San Rafael, California, is America's largest sports camp network and the licensed operator of Nike Sports Camps. The company has offered summer camps since 1975 with the same mission that defines it today: to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high quality sports education and skill enhancement.



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SARASOTA, FLA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Sex trafficking is seen as one of the most problematic crimes within the U.S. according to Opinium, a strategic insight and market research firm and The Selah Way Foundation/ Selah Freedom - the largest national anti-sex trafficking service organization.

While more than half of the 2005 American adults recently surveyed (53%) see sex trafficking as a problem within their country, this was higher than hate crime (47%) and terrorism (41%).

The awareness of this national problem is reiterated when asked the question, "where do you think sex trafficking occurs"? The USA was the number one answer at 76%, followed by Africa (58%) and Russia (57%). When it comes to knowing about the risk of sex trafficking in their local area, over half think that there is a high to medium risk (59%), rising to 64% in the South Atlantic region, and seemingly less of a risk among those in North East – New England (48%).

Highlights of the survey results include:

2 in 5 Americans feel they have very little or no knowledge about sex trafficking, and while the awareness of the issue around sex trafficking is high, the knowledge and understanding on the matter is less so. Two thirds state they do not feel confident in their ability to detect someone may be a sex trafficker (68%), and a similar amount feel they would not be able to detect if someone was being used for sex traffic (63%).

Confidence grows in two thirds of American adults, as they feel they know who to contact if they suspected that sex traffic was occurring (67%). A similar amount feel they would know how to explain sex traffic and the associated risks (66%). Furthermore 7 in 10 are confident that they can protect themselves from sex traffickers (71%), this reaches a high of 80% in North East New England, and lowest in South East Central and West pacific (both 67%).

For those who have at least a little or no knowledge on the topic of sex trafficking, the majority are getting this from media sources (news 61%, and television 54%) while the role of social media also plays a pivotal role in educating American on the matter as well (social media 37%, and friends & family 24%). Social Media is the number one source of information for 18 - 24-year olds (61%)                                                    

Sex Trafficking Misconceptions

This lack of knowledge outlined above is further echoed in the misconceptions and misunderstandings of sex trafficking. The most misconceived idea from those polled tell us prostitution and sex trafficking are not the same thing, with over three quarters thinking this (76%). Secondly more than half don't think - or do not know - there is a direct link between pornography and sex trafficking (58%), and for a sixth of the population, women and girls enter prostitution by choice (16%).

Other salient points gleaned from the survey:

7 in 10 Americans think sex trafficking happens through kidnapping. Kidnapping is believed by most Americans to be a way in which people become victims of sex trafficking (71%). This is closely followed by means of social media (60%), through gangs (55%) and the glamorization for the sex industry (49%).

There are less than half who think sex trafficking occurs through pornographic sites (45%); the younger generations (18-34 age group) think this is even less of a gateway to becoming a victim (38%) than their older counterparts; 35-54 year old's (42%) and 55+

Only 24% think that buyers of sex are typically 40-50 males.

When asked to explore the type of persons who may be vulnerable to becoming a victim of sex trafficking, two thirds feel young girls are most at risk (66%). This is followed by children who have run away from home, (61%) or are/have been in the foster system (54%). Although, a sixth of people think that there are no demographics or circumstances which put one group more at risk more than any other (16%).

Just over a third of people (37%) believe it is everyone's responsibility to help tackle sex trafficking.

The FBI is seen as being at the forefront for tackling sex trafficking within the US, as 42% said it should be their responsibility to tackle the issue. This is closely followed by local police/ sheriffs (39%); everyone (37%) and the Government (36%).

Those polled believe that on average, children should be educated about sex trafficking at around the age of 10 and a half years oldthrough the school and education system (78%). For those who do think children should receive education regarding sex trafficking, 9 in 10 think they should be given the knowledge on how to spot predatory behavior (90%). This is followed by learning the tools needed to stay safe online (84%), and who to contact if they suspect a sex trafficker (77%).

James Endersby, CEO of Opinium, the research agency behind the study, commented "Our nationwide study exposes the high levels of misunderstanding around the issue of sex trafficking in America. There is a very clear need for vastly improved levels of education nationally on the dangers and signs of sex trafficking, as well as increased impetus to arm children with a toolkit to improve their awareness too, and to protect themselves and others."

Elizabeth Melendez Fisher Good, CEO/Co-Founder of The Selah Way Foundation/Selah Freedom adds "we are so grateful to Opinium for partnering with us in our mission to bring greater awareness to the public about sex trafficking. This survey will be one of several we hope to generate in 2020 to bring light into the darkness of sex trafficking and lead America in finding solutions to eradicate exploitation."

Selah Freedom is a national organization with the mission to end sex trafficking and bring freedom to the exploited through their four strong proven programs: Advocacy & Awareness, Prevention, Outreach and Residential with a holistic approach that reaches this demographic at every point possible - on the streets, in the jail system, and as a first point of contact for law enforcement, fellow NPOs, the FBI and United States Attorney's Office. Through their Prevention Program, they have created customized, cutting edge curricula for students K-12th grade and interveners which has proven to educate and empower them on this issue and equip them with practical ways to stay protected. The Selah Way Foundation, the first of its kind - is a global network of leading anti-sex trafficking service providers dedicated to eradicating this issue on a global scale. The Selah Way Foundation creates a solid system of care for survivors of sex trafficking. Anyone who suspects signs of sex trafficking and victims in need of help can contact Selah Freedom at: 1-888-8-FREE-ME (888-837-3363). Visit http://www.selahfreedom.com and http://www.TheSelahWay.org and follow on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/selahfreedominc Instagram @selahfreedom.

OPINIUM is an award-winning strategic insight agency built on the belief that in a world of uncertainty and complexity, success depends on the ability to stay on pulse of what people think, feel and do. Creative and inquisitive, we are passionate about empowering our clients to make the decisions that matter. We work with organizations to define and overcome strategic challenges – helping them to get to grips with the world in which their brands operate. We use the right approach and methodology to deliver robust insights, strategic counsel and targeted recommendations that generate change and positive outcomes. http://www.opinium.co.uk



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SAN RAFAEL, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Sterling Hills Golf Club, a public golf course located in Camarillo, CA, introduces NIKE Junior Golf Camps to its summer junior golf schedule. Led by Camp Director and PGA Professional, Dan Marvosh, these junior camps are designed for players of all ability and interest levels.

In addition to becoming a member of the PGA in 2014, Dan Marvosh received his certification in golf fitness from the Titleist Performance Institute (TPI). Dan utilizes several high-tech devices as needed to improve the learning process including Flightscope, Hackmotion, Boditrack, V-1 Sports and video analysis. His qualifications and passion for growing the game made him a prime candidate for directing NIKE Junior Golf Camps.

"Dan has shown an eagerness to host these camps from the first day we connected," states Nicholas Brunner, vice president of US Sports Camps. "He attended several overnight NIKE Golf Camps as a kid which had a profound impact on his love for the game and he now has the opportunity to offer such experiences to the next generation. We have a lot to look forward to with Dan and Sterling Hills this summer and beyond."

Sterling Hills Golf Club is an 18-hole championship golf course, designed by Robert Muir Graves and Damian Pascuzzo, tucked in between Santa Barbara and Los Angeles in Ventura County. Facilities include a full driving range, short game practice area and putting greens. Dan and his staff of teaching professionals will cover all aspects of the game including putting, short game, full swing, rules and etiquette.

"As a junior golfer, attending NIKE Golf Camps was a dream come true and helped me develop my skills to have a successful high school and college golf career," says Camp Director, Dan Marvosh. "I am thrilled to bring my 10+ years of experience with the best coaches and players in the world to Sterling Hills to create an enjoyable, fun learning environment. Sterling Hills has high quality practice areas and an award-winning, championship caliber golf course as well as state-of-the-art equipment. We will strive to create a long-term plan for improvement for players of all ages and skill levels."

NIKE Junior Golf Camps, Sterling Hills Golf Club are set to run four (4) sessions of camp during the 2020 summer season. Parents can choose between a Half Day and Full Day camp program. The Full Day Camps including range instruction, lunch and afternoon course play each day and are geared for players of all skills, ages 9-16. The Full Day Camps run 9:00am-4:00pm. Half Day Camps include range instruction only and are designed for beginner to intermediate players, ages 7-13. These camps are 9:00am-12:00pm daily.

About Nike Junior Golf Camps

Nike Junior Golf Camps is a division of US Sports Camps, Inc., America's largest sports camp network. NJGC offers junior overnight and day camps, as well as advanced player camps at over 180 locations nationwide. Since 1994, more than 200,000 junior golfers have participated in the camps. To explore a variety of camp options and locations visit the official website for Nike Junior Golf Camps at http://www.ussportscamps.com/golf or call 1-800-645-3226



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WASHINGTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Financial aid leaders from colleges across the country will convene on Capitol Hill Wednesday to advocate for policy changes that would simplify the financial aid application process for students, put an end to the hidden tax on student loans, and direct sufficient funds toward federal student aid programs integral to providing access to higher education.

More than 130 financial aid administrators will take part in visits to offices of their representatives as part of the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators' (NASFAA) 2020 Leadership & Legislative Conference & Expo, held every year in Washington, D.C. During the conference, attendees choose from four tracks focused on leadership development, skill-building, best practices, and compliance management in financial aid, and have the opportunity to interact with lawmakers and staff to advocate on behalf of their students.

Priority topics planned for the meetings include proposals for the reauthorization of the Higher Education Act — such as NASFAA's proposal that would send FAFSA filers down one of three "pathways" to ensure the lowest-income families have the fewest hurdles — and the need to remove federal student loan origination fees, which currently function as a hidden tax on student loans, generating a staggering $8.3 billion in revenue for the federal government over the past five award years. The financial aid community will also advocate for increased funding for federal student aid programs, which has not kept pace with rising costs.

"Financial aid administrators bring a unique perspective to Capitol Hill as experts in the field, constituents, and a direct link to college students," said NASFAA President Justin Draeger. "Our members see how proposals in Washington impact students on campus and that experience makes them powerful advocates on what works, what doesn't work, and what lawmakers can do to expand access to students who need it most."

Learn more about NASFAA's advocacy at https://www.nasfaa.org/advocacy. To request an interview with a NASFAA spokesperson, please email Allie Arcese at arcesea@nasfaa.org.

About NASFAA
The National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) is a nonprofit membership organization that represents more than 28,000 financial aid professionals at nearly 3,000 colleges, universities, and career schools across the country. NASFAA member institutions serve nine out of every 10 undergraduates in the United States. Based in Washington, D.C., NASFAA is the only national association with a primary focus on student aid legislation, regulatory analysis, and training for financial aid administrators. For more information, visit http://www.nasfaa.org.




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SAN JOSE, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Cogswell Polytechnical College announced today that a recent graduate of the school's Game Design and Development Engineering program, Galen Sipes, has been hired as a Content Manager at FableLabs, a San Francisco-based interactive storytelling platform.

FableLabs, though its smartphone "Tales" app, allows writers to rapidly plot episodic stories that can be quickly made available to a wide audience. Authors can easily add visuals, choices, and persistence to bring their stories to life on viewers' phones. These "freemium" stories can be produced for less than the cost of an eBook, but with the distribution potential of free-to-play mobile games.

Sipes, 22, graduated from Cogswell in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Game Design Engineering. Although not an official member of the college's Game Writing concentration, he opted to take as many courses in the innovative concentration as he could, hoping to break into the narrative side of the game industry.

However, this is a very difficult feat. Industry experts often say that it is nearly impossible to have one's first job in games relate directly to narrative. Candidates typically have to bring something else to the table, initially applying for positions in more generalized disciplines such as game design, art, engineering, or production, before attempting to transition into the narrative side of development. But with his first job out of college being very much narrative-related, Sipes has done the nigh-impossible.

But he did have some important support from within Cogswell. Sipes was initially sent the job posting by Professor of Practice Evan Skolnick, an active game writer himself with professional ties to key personnel at FableLabs. Upon applying for the position, Sipes found that the Game Writing training he received at Cogswell had prepared him well for the fiercely competitive application process.

About Cogswell Polytechnical College
Founded in 1887, Cogswell Polytechnical College (Cogswell) has taken a hands-on, interdisciplinary approach that has been producing industrial-strength results for over 130 years. Cogswell prepares students for success in the creative-technology industries by providing an extraordinary, real-world education inspired by the entrepreneurial spirit of our Silicon Valley location. Cogswell's project-based programs are designed to engage the students' imagination and develop their skills in real-world settings alongside industry professionals. Cogswell is regionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and has an average 79% first-year retention rate. Visit cogswell.edu, Cogswell's Instagram, or call 1-855-COGSWELL to learn more about our award-winning programs. For important regulatory information, please visit our website at cogswell.edu /disclosures



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EAST HANOVER, N.J. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 03, 2020

Kessler Foundation has awarded a two-year, $250,000 Signature Employment Grant to the University of New Hampshire Institute on Disability. They will investigate the experiences of recent college graduates with disabilities as they transitioned into the workplace, including experiences related to career planning and preparation, searching for a job, disability disclosure, onboarding, and accommodations.

The grant is part of over $2.4 million in grants awarded by Kessler Foundation in 2019 to organizations across the U.S. to support initiatives that create and expand job training and employment opportunities for people with disabilities.

The UNH Institute on Disability will design and field an online survey to 4,500 individuals (2,250 with disabilities and 2,250 without disabilities) to investigate the transition from higher education to employment. The participants, all of whom will have graduated college within the last five years, will answer a 15-minute survey consisting of multiple choice and open-ended questions. The results will advance knowledge of the challenges and successes faced by college graduates with disabilities when preparing for, seeking, and obtaining employment.

On July 26, 2020, it will be 30 years since the ADA was passed addressing discrimination against people with disabilities in education and employment. Individuals with disabilities now comprise about 11% of college students, which matters because educational attainment is associated with gainful employment. "Although the employment gap between people with and without disabilities persists, employment prospects are favorable for people with disabilities who have college degrees," explained Elaine E. Katz, MS, CCC-SLP, senior vice president for grants and communications at Kessler Foundation. "Yet, research is lacking about the ways college graduates with disabilities successfully navigate barriers to find work."

This survey will address this gap in knowledge by researching several key questions—what supports and services were most helpful to recent graduates during college, what kinds of jobs did they find, how did they decide whether or when to disclose their disabilities to employers, and what were employers' attitudes toward them?

"Findings from this research will support the development of interventions and tools to improve employment outcomes and increase the degree to which college pays off for people with disabilities," said Kimberly Phillips, UNH research assistant professor. "College career and vocational rehabilitation counselors will benefit from a greater understanding of the barriers and opportunities unique to people with disabilities within higher education and when seeking work after completing a degree."

This survey is part of a larger effort in partnership with Kessler Foundation to generate new, actionable information to improve employment outcomes for people with disabilities. This work builds on two prior projects, in 2015 looking at workers with disabilities who were striving to work, and in 2017 where job supervisors were surveyed for their perspectives on employing workers with disabilities.

About the University of New Hampshire Institute on Disability
The University of New Hampshire Institute on Disability was established in 1987 and is a University Center for Excellence in Disability working to improve knowledge, policies, and practices related to the lives of people with disabilities and their families. Through innovative and interdisciplinary research, academic, service, and dissemination initiatives, the Institute on Disability builds local, state, and national capacities to respond to the needs of individuals with disabilities and their families. The Institute promotes full access, equal opportunities, and participation for all persons by strengthening communities and advancing policy and systems change, promising practices, education, and research. For more information, visit iod.unh.edu.

About Kessler Foundation
Kessler Foundation, a major nonprofit organization in the field of disability, is a global leader in rehabilitation research that seeks to improve cognition, mobility and long-term outcomes, including employment, for people with neurological disabilities caused by diseases and injuries of the brain and spinal cord. Kessler Foundation leads the nation in funding innovative programs that expand opportunities for employment for people with disabilities. For more information, visit KesslerFoundation.org.

Apply Now
Kessler Foundation is accepting applications now for its 2020 grant programs. To learn more and to apply, please visit our website. Signature Employment Grants applications are due February 14, 2020. Community Employment Grants applications are due by April 6, 2020. Inquires accepted for Special Initiative Grants on a rolling basis.



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SAN DIEGO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

MeBe, a San Diego–based agency helping children and young adults facing challenges related to speech, language, sensory processing, motor delays, and autism spectrum disorder (ASD), will open a comprehensive learning center in San Diego, California, February 15. Families can access multi-disciplinary care, including one-on-one Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, feeding therapy services, and social skills groups.

"At MeBe, our mission is to make life more joyful for families facing tough challenges that are often frustrating and isolating," said MeBe Co-founder and Executive Director Abigail Bunt, M.Ed., BCBA. "We are thrilled to open our learning center as a centrally located, convenient one-stop shop designed to help families thrive."

With its 10,000-square-foot learning center, MeBe has integrated a wide variety of services not usually found under one roof to provide children needing early intervention a fun, distraction-free, and dynamic environment—facilitated by compassionate, rigorously trained therapists.

The services at the center are designed to build on and complement one another, positioning children for a seamless transition from the learning center environment to the home learning setting, and ultimately school readiness. The early intervention ABA Day Program combines one-on-one therapy with group activities in a preschool-style classroom setting, including circle time, motor skills, and arts and crafts. The center's feeding clinic—only the second of its kind in the area—is designed to leverage ABA, Speech and Language Therapy, and Occupational Therapy together instead of simply the mechanics of eating.

"We're absolutely thrilled to introduce MeBe's Learning Center concept to the community," said Patrick Bunt, MeBe co-founder and president. "It's always been our mission to provide families the highest quality, most comprehensive services available for their children and the Learning Center represents yet another step toward that objective."

From providing a group of supportive peers for children to practice their skills, to facilitating group training for parents, to offering programs that help them learn to follow group instructions in a classroom setting, MeBe's founders are committed to bringing it all together to help children practice essential life interactions.

The MeBe San Diego Learning Center is located at 3878 Ruffin Road, San Diego, California, 92123. Learn more about the learning center at http://www.mebefamily.com or by calling (619) 795-9925.

About MeBe
MeBe is a fast-growing, San Diego–based agency helping children and young adults facing challenges related to speech, language, sensory processing, motor delays, and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Founded by Abigail and Patrick Bunt, the MeBe family has grown out of a shared passion for effective treatment strategies, rigorous training, and a healthy dose of fun. Since 2013, MeBe has helped more than 500 families using a customized approach focused to Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Speech & Language Therapy, and Occupational Therapy. Their experienced therapists work in-home and at comprehensive clinics located in Seattle, San Diego, and Los Angeles, with a Bay Area location coming soon to serve Santa Clara County. For more information, visit http://www.mebefamily.com.



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SARASOTA, FLA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

The Patterson Foundation has contributed its first $250,000 match toward the Center for Disaster Philanthropy's (CDP) Global Recovery Fund. The match was triggered after another family foundation contributed $250,000 to the Fund that supports disaster-recovery efforts worldwide. With the match, The Patterson Foundation has contributed $500,000 total to the Fund, including a previous $250,000 gift to support Tropical Cyclone Idai recovery. There are two $250,000 match opportunities from The Patterson Foundation remaining that can each be triggered when private donors give $250,000 to the Fund through Dec. 31, 2020.

The CDP Global Recovery Fund is focused exclusively on addressing medium- and long-term needs following international disasters, like rebuilding infrastructure, supporting mental health services, and boosting damaged agriculture and health sectors. The Fund allows donors to earmark contributions to meet specific international disaster-relief and recovery efforts in response to disasters such as the 2019-nCoV coronavirus outbreak in China, the Venezuelan refugee crisis, the humanitarian emergency in Yemen, or the massive bushfires in Australia. Alternatively, donors can choose to allow CDP to allocate funding where it is needed most.

"Watching the devastation in Australia unfold has been heartbreaking, and with the country's bushfire season far from over, it's imperative to prepare to respond to the country's long-term needs once the fires subside," said Debra Jacobs, president and CEO of The Patterson Foundation. "The Center for Disaster Philanthropy's Global Recovery Fund was created with these needs in mind and is poised to strengthen recovery efforts around the world. While support for the Fund has been momentous, needs will continue to grow as damage is assessed and the destruction caused by natural disasters becomes increasingly unpredictable. Through this match, The Patterson Foundation is incentivizing private donors by strengthening their individual impact."

The Patterson Foundation has long supported CDP, contributing more than $4 million since 2012 in response to major disasters such as Hurricanes Harvey, Florence and Michael, and the Global Refugee Crisis. This latest gift and the remaining match opportunities are an effort to catalyze additional donations from other funders monitoring damages caused by international disasters, like the ongoing Australian bushfires.

"We are grateful to these two foundations for their generous support of this Fund," said Robert G. Ottenhoff, president and CEO of the Center for Disaster Philanthropy. "Donations for disaster-relief and recovery efforts typically decline following the immediate aftermath of a disaster, leaving most long-term recovery efforts underfunded. Visionary funders like these have a substantial and meaningful impact on the ability for international communities to recover."

To learn more about the Center for Disaster Philanthropy and contribute to its Global Recovery Fund, visit http://www.disasterphilanthropy.org. Please visit http://www.thepattersonfoundation.org for more information on The Patterson Foundation.

About The Patterson Foundation
The Patterson Foundation strengthens the efforts of people, organizations and communities. The Foundation focuses on issues that address common aspirations and foster wide participation, along with ways organizations learn and share as they evolve. For more information, please visit http://www.thepattersonfoundation.org and connect with @ThePattersonFdn on Twitter.

About the Center for Disaster Philanthropy
The Center for Disaster Philanthropy's mission is to transform disaster giving by providing timely and thoughtful strategies to increase donors' impact during domestic and international disasters. For more, please visit: disasterphilanthropy.org and connect with @funds4disaster on Twitter.




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LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

HopSkipDrive, the youth transportation solution for schools and families, announced today that it raised $22 million in funding from Cyrus Capital Partners, State Farm Ventures, and others including existing investors Upfront Ventures, FirstMark Capital and Greycroft. This brings total funding to $44 million.

HopSkipDrive now partners with over 200 schools, districts and counties across 13 markets in eight states and Washington DC. Partners include Los Angeles County, the largest child welfare system in the country, major districts such as Seattle Public Schools, and charter school networks like Green Dot Public Schools. To date, HopSkipDrive has enabled over 1 million trips to or from schools, with more than 7 million safe miles driven.

HopSkipDrive will use the funding to expand to new markets and partner with more schools, districts and counties. The company recently announced its expansion to Las Vegas in January and its partnership with Clark County Child Welfare Services.

Founded in 2014, HopSkipDrive has rapidly gained traction with schools by providing safety, visibility and transparency for both districts and parents, while helping districts manage increasingly challenging transportation demands in the midst of a nationwide school bus driver shortage. HopSkipDrive's advanced Safe Ride Support technology, operational expertise and strategic hiring from the education sector drive the company's success.

Cyrus Capital has extensive experience in transportation, having led early investments in Virgin America and May Mobility. Partner John Rapaport says, "HopSkipDrive is solving a major problem within school transportation, the country's largest mass transit system, and doing it in a unique way that creates wins for kids, school districts and communities. Their technological innovation, strong leadership, and proven expansion strategy keep them moving in an upward trajectory. We're proud to invest in HopSkipDrive's continued success."

Making an Impact on Children's Lives Through Transportation

HopSkipDrive's marketplace model allows districts to meet fluctuating transportation demands with a dynamic supply of 'CareDrivers', rather than having to reroute or add a bus route. This saves money on transportation costs, which can be put back into the classroom.

Leigh Cook, Director of Federal Programs and Academic Compliance at Keller Independent School District in Dallas-Fort Worth says, "[HopSkipDrive] helps reduce the district's overall transportation costs [and] helps shorten commute times – meaning less time in transit and more time learning."

The solution is optimized for alternative student transportation, often serving vulnerable populations with needs outside of standard bus routes. These include children experiencing homelessness or in foster care, and youth with special needs who have transportation requirements in their IEP.

HopSkipDrive CEO and Co-founder Joanna McFarland says, "This funding will help us expand into more markets where the lack of safe, reliable transportation is a barrier to children reaching their full potential. We've helped thousands of students experiencing homelessness, in foster care, or with other special circumstances, get to and from school and extracurricular activities, and we've seen how something as simple as a ride can make the difference between struggle and success. Each new market means we're bringing opportunity to more children."

Los Angeles Department of Child and Family Services Education Specialist Tina Garcia illustrates the impact of HopSkipDrive: "Being able to continue attending their school of origin is often the most stability [foster youth] have. That would have been impossible for many of them without HopSkipDrive, an invaluable partner in supporting the educational stability of our foster youth."

Prioritizing Safety With Advanced Technology and Operational Expertise

HopSkipDrive continues to make safety its top priority, continuously innovating through sophisticated technology, rigorous standards, and an advisory board comprised of youth transportation and safety industry leaders.

Founder and former CEO of Student Transportation of America Denis Gallagher, who joined the HopSkipDrive Board and serves as its representative on the HopSkipDrive Safety Advisory Board, says, "School transportation is evolving and one of the most exciting changes I've seen is HopSkipDrive entering the market. HopSkipDrive's innovation and culture around safety drives their approach to addressing a major challenge in the industry. I'm proud to be a HopSkipDrive supporter and watch them transform student transportation as we know it!"

About HopSkipDrive

Designed by protective moms, driven by caregivers, and trusted by schools, HopSkipDrive is the innovator in enabling safe, dependable youth transportation for schools, districts, government agencies, and families. HopSkipDrive's technology platform and operational expertise provide flexibility and visibility, while helping kids reach their full potential.

Since 2014, HopSkipDrive has expanded to eight states and 13 major markets, partnered with more than 200 schools and districts and enabled more than 1 million trips to schools. HopSkipDrive is a venture capital-backed company, raising $44 million to date.



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PORTLAND, ORE. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

Learning.com, the leading provider of comprehensive digital literacy curriculum, has announced a partnership with Common Sense Education, the nation's leading nonprofit dedicated to providing the information and education students need to thrive in the 21st century. Through this partnership, students will be able to access the newly revamped Common Sense Digital Citizenship Curriculum via the Learning.com platform, and educators will be able to monitor usage of content and assess student progress.

The research-based curriculum addresses critical issues that teachers and parents say are challenging children as they navigate a fast-changing digital terrain fraught with hate speech, cyberbullying, fake media, and constant digital distraction. More than 90% of the 1,200 K-12 teachers surveyed by Common Sense last year found digital citizenship programs effective in preparing students as learners and leaders in today's increasingly tech-driven world.

"Through this partnership, educators are going to receive all of the value of Common Sense Education's Digital Citizenship content plus the added benefit of being able to see individual student usage and progress," said Keith Oelrich, CEO at Learning.com. "As partners, we're extending digital literacy and safety-focused curricula to school districts in one comprehensive platform."

Educators in over 10,000 schools use Learning.com's EasyTech, EasyCode and Digital Literacy Assessment solutions to equip students with the tech-savvy skills they need for success in college and the workforce.

"With the Digital Citizenship Curriculum, teachers gain access to highly engaging lesson plans that guide students in taking ownership of their digital lives," said Liz Kline, vice president education, Common Sense. "By working with Learning.com, we can expand our reach, providing many more students with the skills and habits they need to behave responsibly, think, critically, and engage ethically online."

The Common Sense Digital Citizenship lessons plans will be integrated with existing Learning.com curricula and will include grade-specific lessons at each grade K-12. In addition, each new lesson will include an auto-scored quiz that can be assigned to students to assess student understanding and track student progress across all lessons, and progress can be tracked in the Gradebook and Student Pages. All lessons will be available prior to the 2020-2021 school year but current users will have early access to the new lessons this spring.

For more information about Learning.com, please visit https://www.learning.com/.

About Learning.com
Learning.com's K-12 curriculum solution, EasyTech, helps students develop computer science, digital literacy, and problem-solving skills. By enabling schools to integrate technology more meaningfully, and cultivate digital readiness, EasyTech plays a critical role in equipping all students to learn, live, and work in the 21st Century.‬

‪The comprehensive curriculum, delivered through the Learning.com platform, features scaffolded, student-led digital lessons, as well as district and school-wide reporting to measure the program's efficacy and optimize implementation.‬‬‬‬

‪Founded in 1999, Learning.com currently partners with one in six U.S. school districts and serves more than 4 million students each year. The company has earned more than 30 industry awards, including ISTE 2017 Best of Show; 2017 Award of Excellence from "Tech & Learning Magazine;" "The Oregonian's Top Workplace" for 2016, 2017, and 2018; and the "Healthiest Employers of Oregon" for 2019.‬‬‬‬

About Common Sense
Common Sense is the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in the 21st century. Learn more at commonsense.org.



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THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

ProAct Safety, a recognized pioneer of safety excellence strategies, announced its CEO and President, Terry L. Mathis and Shawn M. Galloway, will be leading sessions at the upcoming American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) Safety FOCUS in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Galloway's session is based on his best-selling book, Lean BBS: Behavior-Based Safety for Today's Realities. It focuses on ways to modify and improve BBS programs to make them more effective regarding the stresses on modern companies. Customizing the process for each organization's culture, logistics, and leadership is crucial to continued success and sustainability.

Mathis's session, "Using Existing Safety Programs to Address SIFs," details ways to utilize and redirect current efforts to focus more on serious injuries and fatalities. "Balanced Scorecard for Safety" discusses leading and value-based indicators that should be measured to have upstream data rather than only relying on lagging indicators. "The Four Core Components of Safety Excellence" discusses how a few crucial endeavors, in the right order, are necessary for a company to achieve excellence.

For more information about ProAct Safety events, visit http://proactsafety.com/events.

ABOUT TERRY L. MATHIS
Mathis, ProAct Safety's founder and CEO, is known for dynamic presentations, work and writing in the fields of behavioral and cultural safety, leadership, and operational performance. He is a regular speaker at ASSE and NSC, as well as company and industry conferences. He has been a frequent contributor to industry magazines for more than 15 years and is coauthor of five books, including bestsellers STEPS to Safety Culture Excellence (WILEY, 2013) and Forecasting Tomorrow: The Future of Safety Excellence (SCE Press, 2015). Terry has been listed four consecutive times as one of 'The 50 People Who Most Influenced EHS' by EHS Today. Learn more about him at http://www.terrylmathis.com.

ABOUT SHAWN M. GALLOWAY
Shawn M. Galloway is the President of the global consultancy, ProAct Safety. He is a consultant, professional speaker and author of several bestselling books on safety strategy, culture, leadership and Behavior-Based Safety. He is a monthly columnist for several magazines and one of the most prolific contributors in the industry, having authored over 600 podcasts, 200 articles and 100 videos. Shawn's consulting clients include most of the best safety-performing organizations and has worked across every major industry. He has received awards and recognition for his significant contributions from the American Society of Safety Professionals Council on Practices & Standards, National Safety Council's Top 40 Rising Stars, EHS Today Magazine's 50 People Who Most Influenced EHS, ISHN Magazine's POWER 101 – Leaders of the EHS World and their newest list: 50 Leaders for Today and Tomorrow and Pro-Sapien's list of The Top 11 Health and Safety Influencers of 2019. Read more about him and his work at http://www.shawngalloway.com.

ABOUT PROACT SAFETY
ProAct Safety is a global safety excellence consultancy. The company has completed more than 2,000 successful safety strategy, leadership, culture and behavior-based safety projects in nearly every major industry worldwide. Learn more at http://www.proactsafety.com.



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WASHINGTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 05, 2020

With a theme of "Turning Obstacles into Opportunities," the American Association for Access, Equity and Diversity (AAAED) announced its upcoming 46th National Conference and Annual Meeting, scheduled for June 6 – 10, 2020 in Washington, DC. The longest-serving association of professionals in the fields of equal opportunity, affirmative action and diversity will also celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. The conference will take place at the Capital Hilton Hotel, 1001 K Street, NW.

"We seek to provide our attendees with presentations that promote creative, innovative strategies and cutting-edge research to enhance equity and diversity in higher education, government, and the private sector," said Dr. Richard Anthony Baker, president of AAAED. AAAED's professional development offerings are intended to help individuals who are new in their jobs or experienced individuals seeking updated information to stay competitive in the profession.

AAAED will be offering three Professional Development and Training Institute (PDTI) courses including: New Professionals Academy, Diversity Management, and Federal Programs (Title IX, Title VI and Sec. 504). In 2020 AAAED is also providing more diversity of workshop choices in the kinds of learning opportunities available. Masterclasses, Express Talks, Preconference workshops or "Deeper Dives," as well as the standard format workshops will be offered during the conference.

As is its tradition, every fourth year, AAAED meets in Washington, DC. AAAED attendees will hold meetings with members of Congress and host an Annual Awards Ceremony on Capitol Hill, where it will honor icons of equal opportunity and diversity. Participants will also visit the Smithsonian's National Museum for African American History and Culture.

This conference is designed to meet the needs of any person classified as an EEO/AA or diversity professional. This would include equal opportunity directors, EEO specialists, affirmative action officers, human resource professionals, chief diversity officers, diversity and inclusion consultants and leaders, industrial relations specialists, labor relations advisers, career planning specialists, prospective managers, and other equity and inclusion professionals.

"We are delighted to welcome agency officials, experts and icons of social justice, diversity and equal opportunity to attend our 46th meeting of equal opportunity professionals," said Gregory T. Chambers, Conference Chair.

The AAAED 46th National Conference and Annual Meeting is open to the press. For more information or to register for the Conference, go to: https://www.aaaed.org/aaaed/Conference_Agenda1.asp. For more information about past Awards Program honorees, click here: https://www.aaaed.org/aaaed/Awards.asp.



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EWING, N.J. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

The State of Georgia has joined the quickly growing ranks of states across the country in recognizing that the lack of a standardized common operating picture being available to first responders continues to slow response times and needlessly complicates the coordination of emergency resources.

Known as "America's Common Operating Picture", CRGs are sophisticated, yet simple to use visual communication and collaboration tools that are useable under stress to coordinate emergency response efforts both inside and outside a building. CRGs enhance response time and improve command and control efforts during any emergency.

"The Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police is committed to introducing straight forward, common sense solutions to public safety. We believe Collaborative Response Graphics will increase the readiness level for public safety professionals during emergency responses. They have been recognized as a protective measure best practice, so we're proud to be partnered with Critical Response Group in the State of Georgia," said Chief A. A. Butch Ayers (Ret), Executive Director of the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police.

CRGs were born from lessons learned by the United States Military Special Operations community overseas. Like domestic first responders, our military faced the challenge of communicating about unfamiliar locations while under stress. To solve this problem, they developed a visual communication tool that combined a gridded overlay with high-resolution overhead imagery so that operators could easily and effectively communicate about unfamiliar locations.

Critical Response Group enhanced that communication technique by creating CRGs to solve the same problems encountered here at home. CRGs are designed to be standardized common operating pictures that combine geo-rectified accurate floor plans, up to date site-specific labeling, high-resolution imagery and a gridded overlay. They allow everyone at an incident to easily communicate locations and coordinate their response during life-saving efforts.

"We feel extremely fortunate to partner with the GACP and look forward to working with them to enhance safety preparedness efforts across Georgia. Critical Response Group is committed to integrating CRGs to improve response protocols and enhance command and control efforts during an emergency. Our company's origins are grounded in thousands of real-life direct-action raids conducted by USSOF over the past two decades and dozens of county-wide deployments domestically," said Phil Coyne, President of Critical Response Group.

Members of the Critical Response Group leadership team have strong personal ties to the State of Georgia. The company has also been working with ACG Solutions, a Cornelia, Georgia based company, for the past two years and together have been able to introduce our products to several counties in the state. With the addition of this strategic partnership with the GACP we are excited about the future.

For more information on the Critical Response Group, Inc. and Collaborative Response Graphics (CRGs) visit their website at https://crgplans.com

You can find additional information here: https://youtu.be/10aghbY3AKI



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BOSTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

Global tax software provider Sovos today announced it has acquired Booke Seminars, which provides critically important educational seminars to employees of insurance companies and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on topics across property, casualty, life and health insurance sectors. The Booke acquisition also adds software for federal income tax (FIT) filing and compliance to Sovos solutions. The acquisition follows the 2019 Sovos purchase of Eagle Technology Management (ETM), which added high-volume statutory reporting and unclaimed property compliance to the breadth of Sovos technology and services. With today's announcement, Sovos solidifies its position as a leading provider of statutory reporting solutions and educational services for U.S.-based insurers.

U.S. law requires insurance companies to submit a series of statutory reports and state compliance, municipal tax and premium tax forms to 50-plus state and territory insurance departments, as well as the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC). These complex filings are unique to each jurisdiction, and regulations change annually. Booke's customers include many of the nation's largest insurers and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), who rely on Booke's comprehensive educational seminars and webinars to help them stay up to date in today's dynamic regulatory landscape. In 2018, for example, Booke held almost 200 seminars and webinars, serving nearly 4,500 attendees.

"Insurers must stay educated on myriad requirements in order to remain compliant, and they stand to gain significant operational efficiency and risk mitigation through technology and process automation," said Andy Hovancik, CEO, Sovos. "That's why Booke's professional education programs, combined with Sovos software solutions, promise to be a powerful driver in alleviating the burden of compliance on insurance companies operating in the U.S."

Paul Banker, vice president and general manager of the Tax and Regulatory Reporting line of business at Sovos, said, "From seminars to self-study guides to handbooks, Booke has helped individuals and companies increase industry knowledge for more than 50 years. Together with our previous acquisition of ETM, this acquisition enables Sovos to solve the full spectrum of tax and regulatory compliance challenges for the vast majority of the U.S. insurance market."

"Sovos continues to expand both organically and through acquisition around the world," said John Gledhill, vice president of corporate development for Sovos. "As our first acquisition of 2020, Booke marks an opportunity to fully meet the statutory reporting needs of the insurance industry, a market we've long served as the largest private filer of IRS tax information forms."

Booke was previously owned by Aon, a leading global professional services firm providing a broad range of risk, retirement and health solutions. The terms of the deal were not disclosed. Sovos is owned by Hg, the London-based specialist private equity investor focused on software and service businesses. EY served as financial advisor to Sovos, and Morris, Manning & Martin provided legal counsel.

About Sovos
Sovos is a leading global provider of software that safeguards businesses from the burden and risk of modern tax. As governments and businesses go digital, businesses face increased risks, costs and complexity. The Sovos Intelligent Compliance Cloud combines world-class regulatory analysis with its secure, scalable and reliable S1 cloud software platform to create a global solution for tax determination, e-invoicing compliance and tax reporting. Sovos supports more than 7,000 customers, including half of the Fortune 500, and integrates with a wide variety of business applications. The company has offices throughout North America, Latin America and Europe. Sovos is owned by London-based Hg. For more information visit http://www.sovos.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

About Booke
Headquartered in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Booke has helped individuals and companies increase industry knowledge and experience in insurance statutory reporting, U.S. GAAP, and IFRS accounting and reporting since 1968. The company was acquired in 1993 by Aon, a leading global professional services firm providing a broad range of risk, retirement and health solutions.



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PORTLAND, MAINE (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

Olympia Hotel Management (OHM) is proud to announce the addition of the Best Western University Inn to their third-party portfolio. Located adjacent to and owned by St. Lawrence University in Canton, New York, the hotel adjoins The Oliver D. Appleton Golf Course at St. Lawrence University, which OHM will also manage.

"It is an honor to add this prestigious affiliation to our growing campus hospitality portfolio and to become part of the university community," said Sara Masterson, President, Hotel Management, for Olympia Hotel Management. OHM currently manages such campus properties as The Alfond Inn at Rollins College, The Hotel at Oberlin and The Inn at Swarthmore.

The Best Western University Inn features the County Seat Restaurant & Lounge, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. There is a business center, with high-speed wireless internet available throughout the hotel, as well as 4,000 square feet of space for meetings, conferences, banquets and weddings for up to 250 participants. Exercise facilities include an indoor swimming pool and a well-equipped fitness center. The Oliver D. Appleton Golf Course at St. Lawrence University is an 18-hole par-72 course that was established in 1926, with nine holes designed by Devereux Emmet. It was later expanded to its current 18-hole layout by Geoffrey Cornish. The course is open to the public and the Par 4 Deli is on site for lunch.

"Olympia Hotel Management has an impressive and distinguished track record with campus hotels," said Lisa Mazzola Cania, Vice President for Community and Employee Relations at St. Lawrence University. "We're confident that they will create a welcoming environment for hotel guests and community members."

The Best Western University Inn is located a few minutes from Clarkson University and Corning Incorporated. Area attractions include the Eisenhower Locks and St. Lawrence Seaway. The property is within a 90 minute drive of such attractions as Lake Placid, the Thousand Islands and Ottawa, Canada.

Best Western University Inn, 90 E. Main Street, Canton, NY 13617. T 315-386-8522. https://www.staystlawrence.com/

St. Lawrence University
St. Lawrence University is a private liberal arts college located in the village of Canton, New York. It is a vibrant, collaborative community of learners who value thought and action. Students tap their full potential as they embrace the natural environment, engage with global challenges, and experience the relevance and adventure of a liberal arts education in a complex and changing world. The mission of St. Lawrence University is to provide an inspiring and demanding undergraduate education in the liberal arts to students selected for their seriousness of purpose and intellectual promise.

Best Western Hotels & Resorts
Celebrating more than 70 years of hospitality, Best Western Hotels & Resorts is an award-winning global family of hotels located in nearly 100 countries and territories that offers accommodations for all types of travelers. Guests can select from 16 unique hotel brands: Best Western, Best Western Plus, Best Western Premier, Vīb, Glō, Executive Residency by Best Western, Sadie by Best Western, Aiden by Best Western, BW Premier Collection by Best Western, and BW Signature Collection by Best Western. Through recent acquisition, Best Western now also offers WorldHotels Luxury, WorldHotels Elite and WorldHotels Distinctive brands. Completing its portfolio, Best Western offers SureStay Hotel by Best Western, SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western and SureStay Collection by Best Western franchises. Independently owned and operated, each brand has its own personality and style, but all share the same commitment to delivering superior customer service, exceptional value and modern amenities.

Olympia Hotel Management
Olympia Hotel Management (OHM) is a division of The Olympia Companies, an innovative leader in high profile real estate development, equity investment and hospitality management projects in the U.S. Currently working with a portfolio of 26 properties nationwide, OHM is known for managing a new breed of customized campus hotels such as The Alfond Inn at Rollins; independently-owned luxury boutique hotels like The Glen House; owned hotels such as SOPHY and Inn by the Sea; and receiving multiple best-in-class awards for its work with such select-service brands as Best Western, Wyndham, Hyatt, Hilton Garden Inn and Hampton Inn. For more information, visit https://theolympiacompanies.com/services/hotel-management/.



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TORONTO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

Finding the right patients and the right clinical trial sites can be a challenge for any clinical trial. Coupled with the competition for qualified and available sites within a specific therapeutic area, drug development sponsors may also face a shortage of qualified patients to study.

On Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at 11:00am CST/China (12:00pm JST/Japan, 12:00pm KST/Korea), join Covance's Michelle Jones, MSc, Senior Director of Clinical Informatics and Bireshwar Saha, M.Pharm, Senior Director and Global Head of Clinical Programming & Analytics in a live webinar to learn what sponsors can do to optimize their trials.

The webinar will focus on the use of real-world data to help sponsors design more patient-centric study protocols that are optimized to patients' needs and reduce the burden of participation. Patient data can also help sponsors pinpoint new geographical locations of patient populations and match those patients to qualified sites by looking beyond historical performance and accounting for disease incidence and protocol-evaluable patient density information. Taken together, these data can increase the predictability of recruitment timelines — a key factor in improving the overall efficiency of a trial.

Additionally, the webinar will cover different study designs such as decentralized hybrid/virtual trials to enable patient-centric drug development.

This webinar will be suitable for senior level directors and managers working in clinical operations, business or clinical development, procurement and other related departments.

For more information or to register for this event, visit Applying Data Analytics and a Decentralized Trial Platform for More Efficient Patient-Centric Trials.

ABOUT XTALKS
Xtalks, powered by Honeycomb Worldwide Inc., is a leading provider of educational webinars to the global life science, food and medical device community. Every year thousands of industry practitioners (from life science, food and medical device companies, private & academic research institutions, healthcare centers, etc.) turn to Xtalks for access to quality content. Xtalks helps Life Science professionals stay current with industry developments, trends and regulations. Xtalks webinars also provide perspectives on key issues from top industry thought leaders and service providers.

To learn more about Xtalks, visit http://xtalks.com.

For information about hosting a webinar, visit http://xtalks.com/why-host-a-webinar/.




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HOUSTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

At a grand finale to be held on Friday, Feb. 28, the Texas Gulf Coast Chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) will announce the name of the 2020 Student of the Year.

Year after year, high school students take on the challenge to raise the most funds to find cures and ensure access to treatment for blood cancer patients, and though only one can win the title, each participant is focused on the fact that everyone wins when cancer loses. This year, a record-breaking number of candidates signed on to participate, 30 candidates in total.

The Grand Finale marks the finish of a seven week fundraising competition that launched on Wednesday, Jan. 8. Local winners will go on to compete for the national title, which will be announced later in the summer. The local 2019 Student of the Year winner, placed third in the country last summer, raising over $197,000, in just seven weeks.

This year's class of candidates has set a goal of raising $850,000 and a personal mission of not only raising funds to help create a world without blood cancers, but also raising awareness for LLS's goal to cure blood cancers and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.

This year's fundraising is in honor of a patient heroes, 2020 Honored Hero: Jacob Munoz from Klein Cain High School.

WHO: The Texas Gulf Coast Chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
 
WHAT: 2020 Student of the Year Campaign Grand Finale; (cocktail reception, silent auction, dinner, program, dancing)
 
WHEN: Friday, February 28, 2020. Registration will open at 6:30 p.m. The program will begin at 7:30pm, and winner announced at approximately 9:30 p.m.
 
WHERE: The Royal Sonesta Houston; 2222 W Loop S, Houston, TX 77027.
 
WHY: Proceeds benefit LLS's mission: to cure blood cancers and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.

For more information about the campaign, contact Christina Triggs, 832-463-3632, https://studentsoftheyear.org/students-year-houston-0.  

The 2020 candidates are:
Bellaire High School: Giulia Sdringola-Maranga, McKenna Clement & Spirit Martin
Clements High School: Allison Wang, Maddy Xiong, Rithika Pothi & Logan Leider
Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart: Rose Barry
Fort Bend Christian Academy: Layla McGrady
George Ranch High School: Dylan Dean & Sofia Giordano
John Cooper High School: Kya Gill
Katy High School: Emily Toungate
Logos Preparatory Academy: Amaya James
Magnolia West High School: Dylan Taylor
Memorial High School: Chloe Spears
Obra D. Tompkins High School: Bhavika Chandak
Ridge Point High School: Bianca Jacques, Caitlyn Blalock, Emily Frank, Giovanna Joseph, Landrie Goss and Peyton Bruffy
St. John's School: Campbell Lee & Jack Lovett
St. Pius X: Christopher Dang
The Emery Weiner School: Alex Brody & Max Roffwarg
The Village School: Rohan Bendapudi
Tomball High School: Ellie Fetner

The 2020 co-chairs are Andrea Ferruzzo and Susan Nichols, and the 2020 honorary is 18 year old Klein Cain High School student, Jacob Munoz.

Visit the Students of the Year website:
(https://studentsoftheyear.org/students-year-houston-0) and learn how you can become engaged with LLS.

About The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is the world's largest voluntary health agency dedicated to blood cancer. The LLS mission: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. LLS funds lifesaving blood cancer research around the world, provides free information and support services, and is the voice for all blood cancer patients seeking access to quality, affordable, coordinated care.

Founded in 1949 and headquartered in Rye Brook, NY, LLS has chapters throughout the United States and Canada. To learn more, visit http://www.lls.org. Patients should contact the Information Resource Center at (800) 955-4572, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET.

About Students of the Year: The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Students of the Year is an exciting leadership development and philanthropy program in which high school students participate in a fundraising competition to benefit LLS. Every dollar raised counts as one vote. The candidate/team who raises the most money at the end of the 7 week competition earn the title Student(s) of the Year. For motivated high school students, this program ensures they stand out among their peers when engaging with colleges and/or future employers. Through guidance and mentoring from experienced professionals at LLS candidates make a real impact in the fight against blood cancers. For additional information visit http://www.studentseries.org/txg/students-of-the-year.



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SAN DIEGO, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

Young Women In Bio, the nation's largest nonprofit supporting high school students to pursue STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) careers, and Winward Academy, a national leader in learning programs for high school students in mathematics and ACT and SAT college entrance exams, have announced a partnership to support San Diego teens. The goal of the partnership is to create opportunities for high school students to interact with women who are self-made stars of STEM and to learn how they became leaders.

Dr. Jennifer Winward, an instructor at University of California, San Diego and the founder and CEO of Winward Academy, actively collaborates with Young Women In Bio (YWIB) to organize professional panels for high school students. Winward affirms, "Winward Academy promotes a holistic view of teen paths to success. While we love to support youth with their 'numbers' like GPA and test scores, we care that they also pursue valuable life experiences and understand the importance of internships, mentorship and relationships with teachers. Our partnership with YWIB enables us to promote that holistic approach."

Winward Academy and Young Women In Bio created the Selfies are Out. Self-made is In! symposium for teens, generously hosted by AMN Healthcare. The events have featured panels of impressive female leaders sharing their paths, giving advice and inspiring local youth. "We share with Winward Academy the desire to not only get girls thinking about STEM, but also to see a future for themselves as leaders in STEM," said Lily Wound, National Chair of Young Women in Bio. "That's why this partnership with Winward Academy is so exciting for us, and we look forward to working together on creating more programming for girls in the San Diego area like this [wonderful] symposium."

The panelists are all highly driven and successful women, ranging in careers from medical doctors to veterinarians, pharmacists, company founders, educators and biotechnology executives. Over 300 teens and their parents from 30 schools across San Diego listened to panel discussions that addressed how these women became leaders and what they see in the future of STEM careers. Speakers encouraged teens to shape and change the world through STEM, describing the tools and resources available to them to build successful careers.

Dr. Cathy Schnabel, Chief Scientific Officer at Biotheranostics Inc., summarized the views of the panel on mentoring and shared, "You aren't always able to recognize the skills and talent that you have. It takes a special person in your life to tell you that you are really great at something and to pursue it...keep your mind open; find mentors; use the resources available to you to develop your own GPS for your career."

Panelists also spoke to the importance of learning from every experience along one's career path and to acquiring both hard and soft skills. Julie Ames, Vice President of Corporate Communications for BIOCOM, focused on the value of developing soft skills. "The number one skill is telling the truth. You must be honest. You must be transparent. You must be authentic. You must be accountable. You must maintain poise amid the chaos, staying poised, organized and calm, regardless of what you face."

Winward Academy and YWIB will continue to nurture their partnership to plan more events throughout San Diego. For more information about the "Selfies are Out. Self-Made is In!" symposium series or other national YWIB events, please contact Lily Wound at 240.204.0719 or YWIB@womeninbio.org.

About Young Women in Bio

Young Women In Bio (YWIB) is a nationwide, nonprofit, volunteer organization that encourages young girls to explore opportunities, education, and careers in STEM. YWIB is affiliated with Women In Bio. YWIB gives girls the inspiration and support they need to become tomorrow's leaders in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). As a nonprofit with 13 chapters across the U.S. and Canada, YWIB partners with leading companies, universities, hospitals, and organizations to develop engaging, educational, and motivational programs.

About Winward Academy

Test success, college success, and life success – they all begin at Winward Academy, a research-based, student-centered learning platform for the ACT, SAT, math class, and college applications. Winward Academy applies a scientific approach to customize learning for each student, enabling growth for students of all levels and learning styles. Winward Academy is a team of passionate adolescent learning researchers committed to thoughtfully developing curriculum that improves learning, retention, and test performance – building confidence for life. Winward Academy curriculum is used by students at home, by teachers in the classroom, and by charities in after-school and summer programs. For more information on Winward Academy, see winwardacademy.com or follow the company on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.



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MIAMI (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

Athletic and academic achievements are highlighted through the University Sports Program (USP) Winter College Tennis Showcase. "In the past, these athletic showcases have been primarily focused on highlighting the athletic talent," shared USP CEO, Thomas Anderson. "However, without support for academics and an emphasis on academics, students will not develop holistically nor be fully prepared for a college athlete experience. For this reason, we're thrilled to partner with Winward Academy to ensure our athletes have access to educational resources that will open as many doors as possible."

The two-day showcase brought together 183 players and their family members with 121 college coaches, all looking to recruit the top high school tennis players in the world and award them scholarships. Three hundred and thirty matches were played with a unique team format that took the competitive experience to the next level. College tennis coaches from all divisions were in attendance, opening up opportunities for students to learn more about the college athlete experience.

Dr. Jennifer Winward, the founder and CEO of Winward Academy, led workshops for students and their parents about balancing academics as a college athlete; about preparing for success on the ACT and SAT exams; and about valuing the academic journey. "We're thrilled for the opportunity to support the world's top tennis prospects and to ensure they're maximizing their success both on the tennis court and in the classroom," shared Winward.

Also in attendance was Coach Dave Fish, the Men's Tennis Coach at Harvard University for over 40 years. He advised students on how to take on challenges, rather than avoid them, and he talked about the importance of teens building an unassailable character. He emphasized repeatedly that "exposure creates composure" and that students should embrace opportunities for growth and confidence.

For more information about upcoming USP college tennis showcases, please contact the USP Team at contact@universitysports.com or (305) 554-1124.

About Winward Academy
Test success, college success, and life success – they all begin at Winward Academy, a research-based, student-centered learning platform for the ACT, SAT, math class, and college applications. Winward Academy applies a scientific approach to customize learning for each student, enabling growth for students of all levels and learning styles. Winward Academy is a team of passionate adolescent learning researchers committed to thoughtfully developing a curriculum that improves learning, retention, and test performance – building confidence for life. Winward Academy curriculum is used by students at home, by teachers in the classroom, and by charities in after-school and summer programs. For more information on Winward Academy, see winwardacademy.com or follow the company on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.

About University Sports Program
University Sports Program has been involved in college athletic recruiting for 24 years and organizing College Tennis Showcases since 2001. Over 1600 student-athletes have been successfully placed in prestigious universities with attractive athletic and/or academic scholarships. Some of the colleges include Harvard, Dartmouth, Rice, UPenn, Miami, Florida State, Auburn, Davidson, Alabama, Baylor, TCU, South Carolina, Pepperdine, Purdue, Louisville, Notre Dame, Tulane, Florida, Kentucky, Lehigh, Clemson, Boston, Oklahoma, Hofstra, Kenyon, Kansas, St. John's, Georgetown, George Washington, South Carolina, Denver, and many more.

With offices in Miami, Florida, the USP advances its mission to match athletically talented students with colleges and universities that will help them to compete, learn, and grow into successful adults. Learn more at universitysports.com.



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SAN DIEGO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

Winward Academy, a national leader in educational support for high school students, is helping Girl Scouts in San Diego improve their college access and college readiness. As a community partner of Girl Scouts San Diego, Winward Academy facilitates presentations and activities for Girl Scouts to earn their College Knowledge badge.

"We are thrilled for the support of Winward Academy to help our Girl Scouts learn more about the college application process while also emphasizing the importance of integrity and character in the process," shared Rea De La Cruz, Program Manager at Girl Scouts San Diego.

"Of course we want all youth to have the opportunity to earn admission to their dream colleges. However, they must do so without compromising their values or losing their sense of self," said Dr. Jennifer Winward, Founder and CEO of Winward Academy. "A partnership with Girl Scouts San Diego is ideal because we're aligned in the paramount importance of values and integrity in the college admission process."

Girl Scouts from across San Diego county attend workshops led by Winward at the Girl Scouts Program Center in Balboa Park. They learn about the differences between the ACT and SAT with tips to improve their test-taking skills and to grow by learning from mistakes. Winward provides resources for scholarship identification and acquisition; examples of successful college essays to inspire Girl Scouts to share their stories in an authentic voice; and discussion around the role of exercise, sleep and nutrition in maximizing success on ACT and SAT college entrance exams.

Follow-up activities are also planned with troop leaders to provide opportunities for Girl Scouts to take ACT and SAT practice exams and, more importantly, to review and learn from their mistakes on the practice tests. "We're so thankful that Winward Academy supports our troops with concrete, actionable suggestions for the college application process. I'm indebted to the Girl Scouts and to Winward Academy for helping my daughter and her friends," shared Kimberly Hess, mom and troop leader.

Families can visit sdgirlscouts.org to learn more about Girl Scouts and its opportunities for high school students to develop their skills and knowledge for college.

About Girl Scouts
Girl Scouts is 2.5 million strong—more than 1.7 million girls and 750,000 adults - who believe in the power of every G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader) to change the world. Our extraordinary journey began more than 100 years ago with the original G.I.R.L., Juliette Gordon "Daisy" Low. On March 12, 1912, in Savannah, Georgia, she organized the very first Girl Scout troop, and every year since, we've honored her vision and legacy, building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. We're the preeminent leadership development organization for girls. And with programs from coast to coast and across the globe, Girl Scouts offers every girl a chance to practice a lifetime of leadership, adventure, and success.

About Winward Academy
Test success, college success, and life success – they all begin at Winward Academy, a research-based, student-centered learning platform for the ACT, SAT, math class, and college applications. Winward Academy applies a scientific approach to customize learning for each student, enabling growth for students of all levels and learning styles. Winward Academy is a team of passionate adolescent learning researchers committed to thoughtfully developing curriculum that improves learning, retention, and test performance – building confidence for life. Winward Academy curriculum is used by students at home, by teachers in the classroom, and by charities in after-school and summer programs. For more information on Winward Academy, see winwardacademy.com or follow the company on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.



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LANCASTER AND DUBOIS, PA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

Lancaster and DuBois have been selected as the first enrollment areas in Pennsylvania for Nightingale College's accredited blended-distance BSN Program, with the inaugural cohorts commenced in the Spring 2020 semester.

"Nightingale College is excited to be working with the great people of Pennsylvania to develop more nurses for communities in need," said Blake Halladay, Senior Manager of Partnerships at Nightingale College.

Pennsylvania has a healthy supply and is projected to have a surplus of nurses. An estimated 27,000 new nursing positions are anticipated to be posted between now and 2030, according to RegisteredNursing.org. These positions are expected to be filled by Pennsylvania nursing school graduates. Despite the surplus of nurses, the Keystone State, however, still experiences nurse staffing shortages, especially in smaller, less-populated cities.

A scarier reality emerges as the shortage in smaller cities affects the quality of bedside patient care. Nurses are finding bedside care less appealing because of the "real-world challenges" inherent to the role and are increasingly moving away from the day-to-day patient care responsibilities (Pennsylvania's Nursing Crisis). The staffing shortage has led to concerns surrounding patient safety and care as well as the wellbeing of nurses as work demands continue to rise.

Nightingale College recognizes the positive impact locally trained nurses have on their communities. When education is not readily available or nursing schools limit the number of accepted applicants, qualified hopefuls are placed on waitlists while some decide to relocate or travel long distances to attend nursing school. Through partnerships with local health care facilities, Nightingale College not only assists in providing nursing education that is relevant to local population's prevalent health issues but also, through its blended-distance pre-licensure BSN Program, promotes the development of homegrown registered nurses who serve their community after graduating. Furthermore, the College is able to adjust its enrollment size to meet the need of the specific community.

"The local Pennsylvania health care organizations that have partnered with the College to deliver experiential learning for future nurses have proven to be true leaders in improving the health and wellness of the communities they serve," said Halladay. "By partnering together, we will be more effective at alleviating the nursing shortage felt most keenly in rural areas across the state."

The College's CCNE-accredited BSN Program uses a blended-distance delivery model that eliminates the restrictions of traditional brick-and-mortar institutions. With no campus, learners in the academic program work through online modules, completing assignments and exams. Learners then attend experiential learning activities in person to practice hands-on the skills and concepts learned in the curriculum at local health care partners' facilities.

The BSN Program is now enrolling learners for Summer 2020 semester. To learn more, visit nightingale.edu/bsn.

ABOUT NIGHTINGALE COLLEGE
Nightingale College, headquartered in Salt Lake City, creates access to nursing programs with its fully accredited blended-distance education associate and bachelor's degree nursing programs, and the graduate online degree program in nursing education. Supporting the growing need for nurses and providing strategies to combat the nursing shortage, the College's academic programs work to not only develop but also maintain a steady supply of homegrown nurses, with the help of local health care systems. Nightingale College emphasizes preparing future nurses who are confident, competent, and compassionate. Since its establishment in 2010 in Ogden, Utah, the College has graduated more than 800 learners and is currently operating in Utah, Idaho, Wyoming, Nevada, Colorado, Kansas, and Pennsylvania. To learn more about Nightingale College, its mission, and programs, visit nightingale.edu.




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HUNTSVILLE, ALA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

The PTEN Hamartoma Tumor Syndrome Foundation was founded in December 2013. The organization's mission is to find treatments or therapies for PTEN Syndromes by funding research, providing PHTS education, supporting patients, and by raising awareness. The organization is rapidly growing and realized incredible success since its inception. The PHTS Foundation held two successful patient symposia doubling in size and is currently planning its third annual patient and scientific symposium to be held at Boston Children's Hospital on May 29, 2020. The foundation launched the community's first-ever IRB approved patient-powered registry and natural history study and is currently developing a PTEN biobank open to all PTEN researchers. Foundation President, Kristin Anthony and Program Director Ms. Andrea Beilstein, "believe in doing all we can to assist all research teams focused on advancing pten research." "We are working non stop to develop resources and programs to assist in the acceleration of pten research and improved patient care. Our patients are our why."

The PTEN Foundation's Inaugural Top Golf event is sponsored by Clearview Cancer Institute, Children's of Alabama, Huntsville Hospital, Crestwood Hospital, CFDRC, AEgis Technologies, NBC Affiliate WAFF, Urogynecology Center of Huntsville, State Farm -Amanda Suciu Agency, City Lumber, Currie Systems, Dr.'s Kubik, Lawley and Bignault, and many more amazing organizations. "Liz Hurley, Emmy award-winning broadcast journalist, bringing more than three decades of authority, credibility and sensitivity to the air in her role as Main Anchor at WAFF-TV" in Huntsville, Alabama, will welcome guests at the Top Golf Event. Hurley understands the importance of advocating for one's health. She started the Liz Hurley Breast Cancer Fund and Liz Hurley Ribbon Run at Huntsville Hospital Foundation.

The Top Golf Event will begin promptly at 5:15 PM, February 6, 2020, at Top Golf Huntsville, 6100 Top Golf Drive NW, Huntsville, AL 35806. Participants will enjoy a fantastic catered dinner, silent auction, a chance at a $10k hole-in-one. Most importantly, participants will hear from a local family grateful for the continued support of the PTEN Foundation and Huntsville Community. Mrs. Ellen Lindsey stated that the Huntsville community's willingness to share time and resources to help families affected by PTEN Hamartoma Tumor Syndrome honors their family; it matters. Ms. Lindsey shared that her favorite quote is, "Every sunrise is an invitation to brighten someone's day, and she wants participants to know that their support is brightening her day."

Foundation President, Kristin Anthony states, "the silent auction will be a surprise for participants." We have received remarkable items from Personal Couture, Mary's Wine and Grocery, Kendra Scott, Kendry Collection, Grogan's Jewelers by Lon, Interior Marketplace, The Fresh Market, Richard's Lighting, Bicycle Cove, Fleet Feet Sports, Pourhouse, Purveyor, Mazzaras and Church Street Wine Shop, Lawren's, Luciano's Huntsville, Freedom Medical Center, Please Reply, BodybyJos, Sweet Pineapple, Caley Paige Home and Gifts, Salon Ka-Terra, Rocket City Trash Pandas, Mississippi State, Anna Cate Jewelry, Osborne's Jewelers, Loring and company Fine jewelry, HTSI employees, and L J Sonder Jewelry, Glenn's Florists of Huntsville will provide the floral arrangements.



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WEST ORANGE, N.J. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

As we age, our spine does too, of course – meaning lower back pain becomes more of a looming possibility. But fortunately, many exercises for seniors with lower back pain can help soothe an achy back and strengthen surrounding muscles to keep pain at bay, says Kaliq Chang, MD, of Atlantic Spine Center.

About 8 in 10 Americans experience lower back pain at some point in their lives, according to the National Institutes of Health. But people who are 60 and older face even higher odds of dealing with low back pain simply because their age equates to a higher risk of degenerating joints in the spine, explains Dr. Chang, an interventional pain management specialist. Osteoarthritis and spinal stenosis, two common causes of lower back pain, also occur more frequently in older adults, he says.

"Pain and stiffness in the lower back that's worse both in the morning and evening is quite prevalent in my older patients," Dr. Chang says. "They may complain that their pain even wakes them up at night or intensifies with too much motion during the day. It can hamper their ability to bend comfortably and do all their favorite activities."

Back-friendly exercises
Since "motion is lotion" for the spine, as the saying goes, Dr. Chang typically recommends older adults be more physically active overall, including walking briskly for 20 to 30 minutes daily. But various exercises can specifically help seniors who already cope with lower back pain.

Dr. Chang highlights these back-friendly techniques and how to do them:

Pelvic tilt: Lying on your back on the floor, with legs straight in front of you, tilt your pelvis in toward your chest while keeping the middle of your back on the floor. Hold for 3 seconds and release. Repeat 10 times.

Side bends: Sitting in a hard chair with your feet flat on the floor, keep one hand behind your head and reach the other hand toward the floor. As you lean over, tighten the muscles running along your ribs, waist and hips. Return to your original position and then do the same technique on the opposite side. Repeat 5 times.

The bridge: Lying flat on your back on the floor, bend your knees and place feet flat against the floor. Tighten your "core" muscles in your abdomen, raising your hips until your pelvis forms a straight line between your knees and chest. Don't arch your back. Hold for three breaths, then lower your pelvis to the floor. Repeat 5 times.

The Superman: Lying face down on the floor with your arms stretched out in front of you – like Superman – raise your head, right arm and left leg about two inches at the same time. Lower and same technique on opposite side. Repeat 5 times.

Knee pulls: Standing while steadying yourself on a nearby table, slowly bend one knee and pull it up to hip level, holding for several seconds. Then lower and do with the other leg. Repeat 5 times.

Pain relief and prevention
Since most cases of back pain are due to so-called "mechanical" causes – meaning the ache can't be blamed on infection, fracture or other serious medical problems – exercise can play a huge role in helping resolve it, Dr. Chang says.

"For most seniors, easing your aching back is achievable with home-based measures, and exercise is a prominent part of those," he says. "On top of that, exercise is one of the best ways to prevent back pain from starting, especially as we age, since it helps keep our spinal joints supple and the surrounding muscles strong."

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Kaliq Chang, MD, is an interventional pain management specialist, double board-certified in interventional pain management and anesthesiology, at Atlantic Spine Center.



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HOUSTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

Shari L. Heyen, shareholder and co-chair of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Global Restructuring & Bankruptcy Practice, will speak on a panel at the Fifth Circuit Bankruptcy Bench-Bar Conference, Feb. 5-7, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Greenberg Traurig is a sponsor of annual conference.

Heyen will participate in the third breakout session titled, "What's Wrong With Chapter 11?" on Feb. 7 at 10:05 a.m. Fellow panelists include Professor Charles J. Tabb and R. Patrick Vance. The panel will address the conditions and intricates of reorganization under Chapter 11.

The conference is put on by The Center for American and International Law (CAIL). According to its website, CAIL is a nonprofit institution dedicated to improving the quality of justice through the education of lawyers and law enforcement officials in the United States and throughout the world.

Heyen is Co-Chair of the firm's Global Restructuring & Bankruptcy Practice and Co-Managing Shareholder of the Houston office. Heyen has experience in complex restructuring, bankruptcy, insolvency, and complex commercial litigation matters. She has represented numerous creditors' committees, debtors, bank groups, acquirers, and other significant constituencies in national chapter 11 cases and workout proceedings, including complex oil, gas, and energy cases. Heyen has broad experience in the prosecution and defense of fiduciary litigation, real estate, oil and gas, health care, receiverships, and alternative energy matters.

About Greenberg Traurig, LLP – Texas: Texas is important to Greenberg Traurig and part of its history. With more than 125 Texas lawyers in Austin, Dallas, and Houston, Greenberg Traurig has deep roots in the Texas business, legal, and governmental communities. Greenberg Traurig Texas works with clients to address their interdisciplinary legal needs across the state utilizing the firm's global platform. The Texas attorneys are experienced in industries key to the state's future, including: aviation, chemicals, construction, education, energy and natural resources, financial institutions, health care, hedge funds, hospitality, infrastructure, insurance, media, medical devices, pharmaceutical and biotechnology, real estate, retail, sports, technology and software, telecommunications, transportation, and video games and esports.

About Greenberg Traurig's Women's Initiative: Greenberg Traurig is committed to its women lawyers' success, which includes a firmwide women's affinity group encompassing recruiting, retention, and business development. The firm regularly collaborates with like-minded organizations to address these issues on a broader scale in a variety of industries and communities. Greenberg Traurig also takes thoughtful action to address issues such as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, breaking the glass ceiling, mentoring, creating and maintaining healthy lifestyles, and giving back to the community. Twitter: @GTLawWomen.

About Greenberg Traurig, LLP: Greenberg Traurig, LLP (GT) has approximately 2,100 attorneys in 41 locations in the United States, Latin America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. GT has been recognized for its philanthropic giving, diversity, and innovation, and is consistently among the largest firms in the U.S. on the Law360 400 and among the Top 20 on the Am Law Global 100. Web: http://www.gtlaw.com, Twitter: @GT_Law.



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BALTIMORE (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

After a year of research and creative development, Loyola University Maryland is revealing its refreshed brand this month. The brand highlights the preparedness and confidence students achieve through Loyola's distinctive blend of Jesuit liberal arts education and career preparation.

The brand's key message is that Loyola University Maryland students are more than ready for what the future holds. They are "Loyola Ready."

The refreshed brand will be reflected through strategic marketing and communications efforts that will highlight the experiences and outcomes of Loyola's exceptional students and graduates. A redesigned Loyola website launches today, and the supporting advertising campaign and communication materials will begin to enter markets this month.

"The 'Loyola Ready' brand concept is about being prepared in a very specific, distinctive way for the new world of work," said Sharon Higgins, associate vice president for marketing and communications. "It's about the depth and breadth of a Loyola education, about connections as well as expertise, about gaining deep knowledge and practicing nimble thinking, and underscoring that this depth and nimbleness instill a confidence that generates excitement, inspiration, and anticipation of the unknown."

"Loyola Ready" builds on the brand launched in 2009 when the University changed its designation from college to university. Loyola's brand promise—to develop well-rounded graduates—holds true today. The brand refresh, however, hones, strengthens, and further defines that brand promise. "Loyola Ready" reflects the University's culture, mission, values, and points of distinction. With a rapidly changing world and a focus on the Jesuit liberal arts education, the brand promises to prepare the Loyola community for academic achievement, the new world of work, and a balanced, flourishing, and purposeful life.

"Higher education institutions face a number of challenges, including declining and shifting demographics, an uncertain economy, and skepticism about the value of a college education—particularly a liberal arts education," said Rev. Brian F. Linnane, S.J., president. "Marketing the education and guidance our faculty deliver within the context of the 'Loyola Ready' brand helps clarify who we are. A Loyola education truly ensures that our graduates aren't simply ready for personal and professional success. They are more than ready. They're Loyola Ready."

The brand focuses on mentorship and guidance, Jesuit liberal arts education, career preparation, and the Greyhound Nation—Loyola's talented, diverse, driven, intellectually curious community. Also highlighted within the brand are the University's presence and role in Baltimore; Loyola's distinctive program for first-year students, Messina; athletics; service; and the Evergreen campus.

"As Loyola University Maryland continues to evolve with innovative new programs to meet the demands of today's competitive higher education market, the brand must evolve with it," Higgins said. "Loyola deserves to be recognized for what we offer the world—educated, fulfilled, ethical leaders who are driven to better the world around them with their talents and compassion. This brand refresh positions us to share that story in compelling and far-reaching ways among our alumni, prospective students and their families, and the greater community."



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SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

Edgenuity, a leading provider of online curriculum and instructional services for the K-12 market, today announced that CEO Sari Factor has been named a Gold Winner in the Executive of the Year category by the 9th Annual Best in Biz Awards.

The Best in Biz Awards are the only independent business awards program judged each year by prominent editors and reporters from top-tier publications in North America. This year, the awards received more than 700 nominations from both public and private companies of all sizes, regions and industries in the U.S. and Canada.

"I am honored to be named a winner in this year's Executive of the Year category and highlighted among such an impressive, diverse group of leaders," said Factor. "At Edgenuity, we help educators personalize the learning experience for their students. Through the work of our talented employees and the dedication of the educators we serve, we empower students to take control of their learning. I share this honor with all of them."

Since joining Edgenuity in 2011, Sari's leadership has transformed Edgenuity into one of the preeminent online learning providers in the K-12 sector by helping schools address their most critical needs – improving graduation rates, filling hard-to-staff teaching roles and empowering teachers with digital curriculum to help improve student achievement.

Details about the Best in Biz Awards are available here.

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About Edgenuity
Edgenuity is a leading provider of online curriculum and instructional services for the K-12 market. Nationwide, Edgenuity is in use by more than 20,000 schools, including 20 of the 25 largest school districts, to meet academic goals and improve student outcomes. We offer initial credit courses, honors and Advanced Placement courses, credit recovery, intervention and test readiness. These solutions, in addition to Edgenuity's instructional services and professional development offerings, help students, educators and districts achieve success in their online and blended learning programs. For more information, visit Edgenuity.com.




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BOULDER, COLO. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

Is there a role for private investors in public social policy? In the past decade, we have seen the rise of new financial structures entering the social services arena, with corresponding legislation now poised to change how social services are delivered and who delivers them. While different programs use different terms—including, for example, Pay for Success or Results-Based Financing—the umbrella term encompassing these new financing models is the "Social Impact Bond" (SIB).

SIBs have been promoted as a way to help fund projects in such areas as health care, homelessness, early education, workforce development, and prison reform. These projects are often marketed as new, innovative approaches to funding social services, with the potential to cut costs, while shifting financial risks to investors for projects that may not otherwise be feasible given scarce public funds.

NEPC released a policy brief today, Investing for "Impact" or Investing for Profit? Social Impact Bonds, Pay for Success, and the Next Wave of Privatization of Social Services and Education, authored by Professors Martin Carnoy of Stanford University and Roxana Marachi of San José State University. The brief examines whether SIB financial structures provide all that they promise and whether results so far yield insights into their future directions and potential pitfalls.

The research literature includes a small but useful set of studies that examine SIBs. Carnoy and Marachi analyze these as well as related findings, including several case studies as examples of SIBs in the UK and Pay for Success projects in the United States. They assess different approaches to social service delivery, explore how these financial instruments operate, and note corresponding advantages and disadvantages of the new financial models. SIB projects appear to be most commonly designed in ways that allow for profits to be made by investors on projects purporting to support underserved communities while concurrently shifting three key activities to the private sector: service delivery, data gathering, and program evaluation research. Thus, in the current policy landscape, SIBs are poised to substantially privatize the processes by which public resources are distributed to address social issues.

Service Delivery: Public bodies (e.g., school districts) contract with private entities for the actual delivery of public services, eliminating public oversight.

Data Gathering: The contracts require data from youth/participants to be siphoned into private tech firms' databases, allowing those firms to sell the data in increasingly valuable longitudinal data markets. By design, such models make social service programs accountable to investors, but not necessarily to the communities ostensibly being served.

Program Evaluations: The new structures are also likely to involve the outsourcing of research to third-party evaluators, who may not have the best interests of the public in mind nor be required to ensure participant protections throughout the research process.

Ultimately, Carnoy and Marachi question the net benefits of SIBs and related performance-based financing schemes. They express concerns that SIBs add to public costs, with later taxpayers footing the bill in order to pay off investors who provide up-front financing for relatively low-risk social projects that effective public policies would pay for directly. The brief also considers that, like many public-private partnerships framed as providing social solutions, including those in education, SIBs may divert public attention and public sector funding toward short-term needs and measurements—and away from large-scale solutions to structural issues associated with poverty and social segregation.

Find Investing for "Impact" or Investing for Profit? Social Impact Bonds, Pay For Success, and the Next Wave of Privatization of Social Services and Education, by Martin Carnoy and Roxana Marachi, at:
http://nepc.colorado.edu/publication/social-impact-bonds

Find Documents:
Publication Announcement: https://nepc.info/node/10156
NEPC Publication: https://nepc.colorado.edu/publication/social-impact-bonds

This policy brief was made possible in part by the support of the Great Lakes Center for Education Research and Practice (greatlakescenter.org).

The National Education Policy Center (NEPC), a university research center housed at the University of Colorado Boulder School of Education, produces and disseminates high-quality, peer-reviewed research to inform education policy discussions. Visit us at: https://nepc.colorado.edu



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SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 05, 2020

R3 Stem Cell awarded its annual academic scholarship recently to a young talented student at Georgia Highlands College in Cartersville, Georgia. Madalyn Reed Morton, a freshman college softball pitcher, won the $1500 scholarship and is the first recipient of the award. She was selected out of over 50 applicants.

Ms. Morton's academic career to date has been stellar, with a cumulative GPA of 3.89 with a full course load. She is currently working hard at the Division 1 Junior College with the plan to transfer to a major Division 1 school to play softball and major in Sports Marketing.

According to R3 CEO David Greene, MD, MBA, "Madalyn's application was exceptional. She's balancing academics and athletics very well. She actually has received stem cell therapy in the past for athletic injuries as an alternative to surgery, and her recovery is going very well. Her essay was beautifully written!"

For the scholarship award, applicants needed to submit a 1000 word essay on "How do you foresee stem cells affecting human life and health 10 years from now?" In addition, applicants need a minimum GPA of 2.5 and to show proof of current enrollment or acceptance.

Ms. Morton wrote in her essay, "Younger patients with knee, hip, shoulder, and ankle injuries will look forward to faster recovery and few side effects from stem cell therapy. Stem cell replacement, with the limited recovery period, will allow student athletes to maintain their strong athletic track and experience no disruption to the academic schedule."

The scholarship from R3 Stem Cell is an annual award, with applications due prior to the end of the year. The yearly scholarship contribution provides a new avenue for R3 to give back to the ever-progressing academic community, while investing in young minds who are the cornerstone to the future of the stem cell field. The primary goal for aspiring students is for them to realize their importance and impact they can have with their educational success through investments like this and others who share the same passion.

Added Dr. David Greene, "Congratulations to Madalyn! Georgia Highlands College is a great institution and is allowing her to pursue her dreams. Her own regenerative medicine procedure appears to be working well, and the way she tied that in to her application was exceptionally orchestrated. I encourage all qualified students to apply for the upcoming year!"

In order to apply for the scholarship, applicants simply need to visit https://r3stemcell.com/scholarship/ and follow the instructions.

About R3 Stem Cell: For the past 8 years, R3's Centers of Excellence have performed over 13,000 stem cell procedures nationwide. R3 Centers offer regenerative therapies that are safe and have helped patients achieve a better quality of life, with R3 offering a Therapy Commitment as well. To learn more visit https://r3stemcell.com and to set up a free consultation, simply call (844) GET-STEM.




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HUDDERSFIELD, UNITED KINGDOM (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

Operating within a purpose-built 100-acre facility near Perth Airport, Western Australia, with the aim of achieving "Safer Roads, Safer Vehicles, Safer Speeds, Safer Drivers", DRM provides driver and vehicle safety solutions that assist Australian corporate entities and individuals in addressing their risk profiles. It was established by a group of the driver training industry's most experienced professionals including rally driver Alister McRae and motorsport veteran Kim Ledger.

Cory Fee, eDriving's VP Customer Success for AMEA, who has known McRae and Ledger for almost 20 years, said, "It may seem like an unlikely association for eDriving, partnering with motorsport professionals, but both Alister and Kim are passionate advocates of road safety, and the adoption of the latest technology and techniques to improve a driver's performance.

"The opportunity for a valuable partnership between eDriving and DRM was an obvious one. Alister and Kim's state-of-the-art driver training facility is set to break the mould of traditional defensive driver training techniques, and Mentor fits in perfectly with their aim of transforming driver behaviour to save lives."

Already used by organisations around the world to help improve at-work driver behaviour, Mentor uses the telematic sensors in iOS and Android smartphones to collect and analyse data on the driving behaviours most predictive of risk. These include Acceleration, Braking, Cornering, Speeding, and Phone Distraction, one of the biggest threats to road safety today.

Thanks to eDriving's partnership with industry analytics leader FICO, driver on-road performance is converted into an individual FICO Safe Driving Score, which has been validated to predict the likelihood of a driver being involved in a collision. Personalised insights are provided to drivers after each trip, showing both positive and negative driving events, and, for the driver's eyes only, exactly where they occurred. Additionally, engaging, interactive micro-training modules are delivered directly to the driver in-app to help promptly remediate identified risky behaviours.

"eDriving's ground-breaking technology is unlike any other telematics technology on the market, and the fact that it is adapted for smartphones is a game-changer," said Ledger. "Our shared viewpoint with eDriving is that traditional defensive driver training techniques and telematics technologies have declined in effectiveness in recent years, and do not effectively mitigate the root cause of driver safety... behaviour. DRM's newly-developed training methods based on current research and extensive experience in motorsport, combined with eDriving's proven successful behavioural change techniques and smartphone-telematics technology will completely transform the effectiveness of driver training in the region."

Ledger is not only a recognised and highly respected veteran of motorsport and the design and fabrication of race cars and their components, but also has a long history in providing defensive driver training through state-of-the-art facilities, using modern technology and techniques.

"Being motorsport enthusiasts, both Kim and I love to drive fast, but the primary consideration is to ensure we do so safely," added McRae. "Our passion for teaching others to put safety before anything else on the road is what fuels our mission to do everything we can to mitigate the tragic loss of life that has become acceptable in our community."

The McRae name has been synonymous with rallying for almost four decades. McRae himself has competed at the highest levels of motorsport globally, competing in the world of rallying for over 30 years. He has been credited with the successful development of several manufacturer cars, and "steering them" to becoming winning vehicles. He has competed with team Mitsubishi in the WRC and remains active in rally.

Media Contacts
eDriving:
Julie Farmer
julie.farmer@edriving.com

Driver Risk Management:
Olivia Ledger
admin@driverrisk.com.au

About eDriving
eDriving helps organisations to reduce collisions, injuries, driver licence infringements and total cost of fleet ownership through a patented driver risk management programme.

Mentor by eDriving is a smartphone-based solution that collects and analyses driver behaviours most predictive of crash risk and helps remediate risky behaviour by providing engaging, interactive micro-training modules delivered directly to the driver in the smartphone app. As part of a broader risk management platform, Virtual Risk Manager, eDriving provides organisations with everything they need to establish safety as a strategic imperative, and support drivers and managers as they strive to create a crash-free culture.

eDriving is the driver risk management partner of choice for many of the world's largest organisations, supporting over 1,000,000 drivers in 96 countries. Over the past 24 years, eDriving's research-validated programmes have been recognised with over 90 awards around the world.

About Driver Risk Management
Established by a group of the driver training industry's most experienced professionals, Driver Risk Management Pty Ltd (DRM) embodies the team's shared passion for safer driving and developing innovative approaches to driver training. Its founders and key operatives collectively have well in excess of 100 years of combined experience across this high-risk industry.

In cooperation with key partners, DRM provides a Quality Assured Registered Training Organisation that facilitates driver training and road safety education programmes, supporting corporate entities and individuals alike to address necessary road safety risk profiles and requirements.



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NEW YORK (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

Neurofibromatosis, also known as NF, is a genetic disorder few have heard of, but the Children's Tumor Foundation is working to change that with the launch of its newest initiative to Make NF Visible. This campaign, taking off in May for NF Awareness Month, will focus on the external things the community is doing to raise the profile of this rare disease and the internal struggle patients experience living with a genetic disorder that manifests differently in each NF patient.

NF affects 1 in 3,000 people, causing tumors to grow on nerves throughout the body, and it affects all ethnicities, races and genders equally. In addition to tumors growing anywhere in the body, NF may lead to blindness, deafness, bone abnormalities, disfigurement, learning disabilities, disabling pain, and cancer. It is a life-changing disease that over 2.5 million people worldwide live with every day, but there is no cure at this time.

"The Children's Tumor Foundation recognizes NF Awareness Month each May to make NF visible on a national and international scale, which is critical to driving the life-saving research that will benefit NF patients," said Simon Vukelj, Vice President Marketing & Communications at the Children's Tumor Foundation. "The online and offline events that CTF rallies around and make available to the community are designed to, in addition to raising money, boost awareness and foster hope."

The most popular initiative during NF Awareness Month, Shine a Light on NF, makes NF visible thru the lighting in blue and green, the official colors of NF, of hundreds of buildings, bridges, monuments, and landmarks across the globe. Last year, the Shine a Light campaign grew to over 325 landmarks around the world, lighting up in recognition of the NF cause. In addition to well-known locations in the United States, including Niagara Falls, light-ups took place in the United Kingdom, including Blackpool Tower and Edinburgh Castle, Canada, Italy, including the Colosseum, Spain, Portugal, and Austria, thanks to coordination with local NF organizations and volunteers.

In addition to buildings lighting up, the Children's Tumor Foundation leads the community in making NF visible through the pushes to Wear Blue & Green on May 17 and Wear Green & Blue on May 22 for NF2. These visual cues, utilizing the official colors of the cause and the campaign, are another way that makes the movement accessible, declaring NF deserves our attention and NF patients deserve a cure.

Additional year-round initiatives that peak during NF Awareness Month are #EndNF and I Know a Fighter, making NF visible through the use of a shared social rally cry and storytelling hook that reflects the bravery NF patients exhibit in their daily lives. Community events also take place across the country and around the world.

For more information on the Children's Tumor Foundation, as well as all NF Awareness Month campaign initiatives, please visit http://www.ctf.org/nfawareness.

Partners can join the growing Shine a Light on NF campaign by visiting ctf.org/shinealight or contacting the Children's Tumor Foundation at media@ctf.org.

Exclusive blue and green merchandise can be purchased at http://www.ctf.org/store.

About Children's Tumor Foundation
The Children's Tumor Foundation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to finding effective treatments for the millions of people worldwide living with neurofibromatosis (NF), a term for three distinct disorders: NF1, NF2, and schwannomatosis. NF causes tumors to grow on nerves throughout the body and may lead to blindness, deafness, bone abnormalities, disfigurement, learning disabilities, disabling pain, and cancer. NF affects 1 in every 3,000 births across all populations equally. There is no cure yet – but the Children's Tumor Foundation mission of driving research, expanding knowledge, and advancing care for the NF community fosters our vision of one day ending NF. For more information, please visit http://www.ctf.org.



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WASHINGTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

The International Lidar Mapping Forum (ILMF) has announced that Dr. Michael Zanetti, Planetary Scientist at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center, will give a keynote presentation titled Bringing Light (Detection and Ranging) into Shadow: The Role of Lidar in Exploring the Moon. This keynote is the second of several available to attendees of both ILMF and the co-located ASPRS Annual Conference, taking place March 23 – 25, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC.

Dr. Michael Zanetti, a lunar and planetary geologist, will discuss NASA's Artemis program, which aims to land the first woman and next man on the Moon by 2024, as well as their goal to have sustainable lunar exploration by 2028 in preparation for future Mars missions. The target is the Moon's South Pole, an area of strategic importance that presents significant benefits and challenges, both related to persistent sunlight and shadows. Dr. Zanetti will introduce the Artemis program and examine the role for lidar in reconnaissance, landing hazard avoidance, and terrain navigation and mapping in aiding exploration of the Moon and Mars. A full description of the keynote can be found here.

"We are honored to have Dr. Zanetti, a researcher leading the way in the development of lidar's use in planetary exploration, speak at ILMF this year," said Lisa Murray, Group Director at Diversified Communications. "It will be fascinating to learn about the future of this technology in helping us understand and map the Moon's South Pole."

Dr. Zanetti specializes in Comparative Planetology, using field investigations on Earth as analogs to better understand geologic processes and features seen in remote-sensing data from the Moon and Mars. He is currently the project manager and principal investigator for the Kinematic Navigation and Cartography Knapsack (KNaCK) lidar system, a mobile Doppler lidar terrain mapping and navigation technology development project funded by NASA's Science and Technology Mission Directorate (STMD) Early Career Initiative (ECI).

"We're thrilled to add Mike as a keynote speaker for ILMF," added Bill Emison, Conference Chair at Diversified Communications. "I'm looking forward to hearing about his research work using lidar for NASA's planned 2024 trip to the Moon, which presents many difficult challenges."

Registration for the 20th edition of ILMF, taking place with the ASPRS Annual Conference and the MAPPS Federal Programs Conference, as part of Geo Week 2020, is now open. Event organizers recommend registering early for the best price and to avoid lines onsite. To register, please visit: https://xpressreg.com/register/ilmf0320/landing.asp?sc=208910

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About International Lidar Mapping Forum

International Lidar Mapping Forum (ILMF) is a technical conference & exhibition focused on airborne, terrestrial, and underwater lidar as well as emerging remote-sensing and data collection tools and technology used for applications including Asset Management, Civil Infrastructure, Coastal Zone Mapping, Emergency Services & Disaster Response, Land and Natural Resource Management, and Urban Modeling.

ILMF is part of a network of events and media for the global geospatial market organized by Diversified Communications, a leading organizer of conferences, trade shows, and online media with 15 years in the geospatial arena, including Commercial UAV Expo Americas, Commercial UAV Europe, Commercial UAV News, International Lidar Mapping Forum, SPAR 3D Expo & Conference, SPAR3D.com, AEC Next Technology Expo + Conference and AEC Next News. For more information, visit International Lidar Mapping Forum (ILMF).

About Geo Week
Geo Week is a multi-event collaboration including participation from International Lidar Mapping Forum, ASPRS Annual Conference, and MAPPS Federal Programs Conference to accomplish a year of geospatial business in just one week.

Each of the three events will retain the distinct educational programs their respective attendees have come to rely upon for industry news and information as well as career development. Various conference pass options are available to allow attendees to take part in any or all programming and activities. For more information regarding Geo Week, please visit geo-week.com.

About Diversified Communications

Diversified Communications is a leading international media company with a portfolio of face-to-face exhibitions and conferences, online communities and digital and print publications. As producers of these market-leading products Diversified Communications connects, educates and strengthens business communities in over 14 industries including food and beverage, healthcare, natural and organic, business management and technology. Established in 1949 and headquartered in Portland, Maine, USA with divisions and offices around the world, Diversified Communications remains a privately held, third generation, family-owned business. For more information, visit http://www.divcom.com.

Contact:
Jason Lavigne, Diversified Communications
jlavigne@divcom.com | 207-842-5494



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LARAMIE, WYO. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

Vista Energy scores big with its Go Pokes natural gas plan that aims to put money back in its customers' pockets.

Sure to be a fan favorite, customers who sign up or re-enroll on the Vista Energy Go Pokes natural gas plan at http://www.winwithvista.com will not only get a great natural gas rate, they'll get to support the Wyoming Cowboys in the upcoming football season.

"As proud partners of Wyoming athletics, we were looking for a way to support the Pokes and offer our customers additional ways to save money," says Paul Atha, Vista Energy president. "This opportunity gives us the chance to do both."

With the Vista Energy Go Pokes promotion, every time the Cowboys return a kickoff for a touchdown, customers will win that month's natural gas usage for free. This gives customers multiple chances and multiple months to win free natural gas.

Vista Energy will also be firing up the home-game crowd, where one Vista Energy customer's name will be drawn randomly during the game to win an entire year of natural gas for free.

The earlier customers sign up, the more opportunities they will have to take advantage of these special promotions. Plus, Vista Energy guarantees their rate: if a customer finds a lower price before April 1, 2020, Vista Energy will match it or give that customer $100 – meaning no risk for customers who sign up now.

To participate in these promotions, customers can sign up now at http://www.winwithvista.com or call Vista Energy at 888.211.4093.



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SAN RAFAEL, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

Stokes is no stranger to Nike Volleyball Camps as he previously directed the camp during the 2017 and 2018 camp season before taking a summer off. He currently coaches both the Women's and newly established Men's Volleyball Team at SUNY Potsdam. The men's team will begin their inaugural season this spring before moving on to help at the boys' and girls' New York volleyball camp.

"I am very excited to be running camp again this summer," exclaims Stokes. "This location will be the only co-ed volleyball camp offered in the St. Lawrence County region that has both a Women's and Men's NCAA Volleyball Program. Players can expect a nice mix of coaches giving them a lot of opportunities to expand their skills."

Nike Volleyball Camp at SUNY Potsdam will continue to run as an overnight and extended day commuter camp, giving players the opportunity to experience the college life by staying in the dorms and eating on campus. Under Stokes's instruction, campers will have morning, afternoon, and evening training sessions that help them work on important parts of the game. Each drill is uniquely designed to help the campers sharpen their skills and understanding of the game, while also having fun with the Bears volleyball staff and players.

The camp is set to run July 26-29th and is open to boys and girls, ages 10-18, of all ability levels.

Players, coaches, and parents interested in camps can visit Nike Volleyball Camps at http://www.ussportscamps.com/volleyball or call 1-800-645-3226.

About US Sports Camps

US Sports Camps (USSC), headquartered in San Rafael, California, is America's largest sports camp network and the licensed operator of Nike Sports Camps. The company has offered summer camps since 1975 with the same mission that defines it today: to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high-quality sports education and skill enhancement.



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LINCOLN, NEB. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

Vista Energy hits a homerun with its Go Big Red natural gas plan that aims to put money back in its customers' pockets.

Sure to be a fan favorite, customers who sign up or re-enroll on the Vista Energy Go Big Red natural gas plan at http://www.winwithvista.com will not only get a great natural gas rate, they'll get to support Huskers baseball with a few exciting promotions.

"As proud partners of Nebraska athletics, we were looking for a way to support the Huskers and offer our customers additional ways to save money," says Paul Atha, Vista Energy president. "This opportunity gives us the chance to do both."

The Vista Energy Lucky 13 promotion gives customers a chance to get a free month of natural gas every time the Huskers strikeout 13 players during a regular 9-inning game. Home or away, when the Huskers strikeout 13 players, Vista Energy customers win.

Vista Energy will also be firing up the home-game crowd, where one Vista Energy customer's name will be drawn randomly during each home game to win a free year of natural gas.

The earlier customers sign up, the more opportunities they will have to take advantage of these special promotions. Plus, Vista Energy guarantees their rate: if a customer finds a lower price before April 1, 2020, Vista Energy will match it or give that customer $100 – meaning no risk for customers who sign up now.

Customers can sign up now at http://www.winwithvista.com or call 888.211.4093.



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SAN RAFAEL, CALIF. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

The Nike Softball Camp at Lock Haven University returns for its sixth year this summer.

2019 was a banner year for the Lock Haven University softball team. The Bald Eagles went 32-19-1 on the year and won the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference tournament championship earning them a trip to the NCAA Division II Tournament.

Camp is highlighted by its stellar coaching staff led by Head Coach Kelly Shannon and assistant coach Danielle Fraser, two veteran Nike Softball Camp directors in their sixth year. LHU have won more than 30 games in three of the past four years, compiling a record of 134-73-1 over that span. Coach Shannon was named the PSAC Central coach of the year in 2017 and 2018.

The four-day camp is open to players ages 10-14 from beginner to advanced looking to hone their skills with high-energy coaches in a fun and focused environment. The all skills program will cover fielding, hitting, base-running, and game scenarios through a combination of drills and games. Campers can choose to attend the extended day (9 a.m.-9 p.m.) or get the full college campus experience and attend as an overnight camper.

This camp has become a parent and camper favorite, parent Lindsay W. states "Sydney had a wonderful experience. She had fun, made new friends, and worked on improving her game. She raved about the coaching staff!" One overnight camper said, ""The NIKE camp was AMAZING! The camp far exceeded our expectations and I will recommend several of the conditioning drills to my Varsity coach so my High School team can benefit from them as well. ABSOLUTELY AMAZING EXPERIENCE!"

Registration for 2020 is now open now. Players, coaches, and parents interested in Nike Softball Camps can visit http://www.ussportscamps.com/softball for more information.

About US Sports Camps

US Sports Camps (USSC), headquartered in San Rafael, California, is America's largest sports camp network and the licensed operator of Nike Sports Camps. Over 100,000 kids attended a US Sports Camp program in 2019. The company has offered summer camps since 1975 with the same mission that defines it today: to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high quality sports education and skill enhancement. Athletes, Coaches, Parents and others interested in learning more about our 2020 Sports Camp programs can visit the website at http://www.ussportscamps.com or call 1-800-645-3226.



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AUSTIN, TEXAS (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 04, 2020

Today at the annual Texas Computer Education Association Conference, TCEA 2020, zSpace Inc., makers of innovative computing solutions designed to power the global delivery of spatial content, announced a record-breaking year due to an unprecedented demand for its augmented and virtual reality learning platform across Texas districts and schools.

Over the past year, the company experienced over a 100% sales increase in Texas. One of the company's largest customers in Texas, Longview ISD, is in the process of deploying zSpace learning solutions to about 6,000 of the district's students in seven of its schools. LISD plans to use zSpace to support teachers' efforts to more effectively engineer the learning of the students they serve. Each participating school committed to the training of a zSpace trained trainer to ensure successful implementation through the building of capacity for zSpace in their schools.

zSpace provides more than 2,000 school districts, technical centers, medical schools, colleges and universities worldwide with access to STEM content supporting core academic and Career and Technical Education (CTE) curricula. Millions of students benefit from the immersive learning applications on zSpace products as part of their lesson plans. Learning with zSpace has shown a 16 percent average improvement in subject matter retention among all students.

zSpace Educators Bring Learning to Life
In addition to the tremendous growth in Texas over the last year, zSpace continues to foster and nurture relationships with educators who work to advance teaching and learning through innovative technology.

zSpace facilitator Ali Worsham, an Instructional Technology Specialist at Longview Independent School District in Longview, Texas, was nominated as the 2019-2020 TCEA Instructional Technology Specialist of the Year for her work in technology planning and curriculum integration through the use of AR/VR. This award honors those who work in technology planning and curriculum integration and recognizes the significant contribution these educators made toward successful technology use in schools.

"I see zSpace inspiring curiosity because it's innovative and different. Students are engaged with the product in ways that help them master content through new and creative learning," said Ms. Worsham. "zSpace allows my students to gain a deeper understanding of complex subjects because they can really pick apart all the layers. They can see how different things work. They can manipulate objects and really get in there and look at things in a different way."

A Dedicated Site
For Texas educators who want to learn more about teaching through AR/VR, zSpace AR/VR in Texas includes posts, events, professional development opportunities, and video case studies from Texas schools and Districts of Distinction.

Last year, Schluter Elementary School in Haslet, Texas, part of the Northwest Independent School District, was recognized as a School of Distinction for its use of zSpace with their STEAMbassadors. These third through fifth graders were empowered to coach other students on using STEAM resources and help peers develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. STEAMbassadors are skilled in the use of zSpace learning apps and zSpace Experiences, a learning app with experiential-based simulations that connect to real-world phenomena, such as waves and erosion.

zSpace will be at TCEA in Austin, February 4-6, 2020, demonstrating its AR/VR education solutions in booth 2043. Join zSpace and Everman Independent School District to learn more about enhancing STEM and CTE programs with AR/VR on Friday, February 7 from 12:15 p.m.-1:05 p.m. at the Austin Convention Center, Level 4, Room 18A.

About zSpace
zSpace powers the global delivery of spatial content. A privately held, venture-backed company located in San Jose, California, it has more than 50 patents. zSpace has already disrupted the education market – more than a million students have benefited from learning with zSpace. Its technology also has applications in healthcare, entertainment, shopping, social media, gaming and more. zSpace was named "Cool Vendor" by Gartner, Inc., "Best in Show at ISTE" by Tech & Learning Magazine for three consecutive years and ranked two years in a row on the Inc. 500 list of fastest-growing companies. Visit http://www.zspace.com, or follow @zSpace on Twitter.



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FALLS CHURCH, VA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 05, 2020

Effective Auditing for Manufacturing Quality
An FDAnews Webinar
Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2020, 1:30-3:00 p.m. EST
https://www.fdanews.com/effectauditmanu

When one conducts effective manufacturing audits, one can identify and correct issues before they impact operations. Run processes and the business smoothly.

Susan Schniepp has 40 years of high-level quality assurance experience in the pharmaceutical industry. She'll help attendees prepare, organize and streamline audit approaches so one can identify quality issues to establish a more robust operation that stands up to regulatory scrutiny.

Discover ways to identify quality issues before they negatively impact business:

How to use a risk-based approach to audits

Understand the importance of quality culture and regulatory requirements identifying quality culture

Steps to take with the manufacturer when a quality issue is identified

What are the best practices for documenting and tracking resolutions to identified issues

How to work effectively with the manufacturer to implement quality risk management concepts

What one must know about key regulations

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ALBANY, N.Y. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 05, 2020

Aspire Technology Partners (http://www.aspiretransforms.com), a professional technology solutions and services company specializing in the delivery of digital infrastructure solutions and managed services, is partnering with Capital Region BOCES to launch a new Internet of Things (IoT) Technology Demonstration Center located at the Capital South Campus Center (CSCC), 20 Warren Street, Albany, NY 12202 where it will offer educational, informational and hands-on demonstrations for showcasing infrastructure technology that aids in areas such as Smart Cities, Connected Vehicles & Roadway Safety, Smart & Secure Campuses, Utilities and Energy Efficiency, Smart Buildings, and Cyber Security. The campus center is a staple in the community providing residents with the knowledge, skills, and support they need to achieve economic self-sufficiency. The Aspire Albany IoT Technology Demonstration Center launch is set on Thursday, March 05, 2020 at 11 AM. For details, please contact Ashley DeSalvatore at marketing@atp-us.com.

"The Aspire Albany IoT Technology Demonstration Center will illustrate the integration of technologies that can help improve quality of life, safety, and efficiency for regional municipalities, college and university campuses, high school campuses, connected roadways and smart buildings," says John C. Harris, Aspire President & CEO. "We are proud to partner with Capital Region BOCES to provide a regional training and development center for public/private partnership and workforce development."

The new Aspire Albany IoT Technology Demonstration Center is an expansion of the successful Aspire IoT Demo Center in Eatontown, N.J. Both centers provide working examples of the latest technologies available for implementing automated, intelligent and highly secure networks and mobility solutions to ensure reliable communications and easy access to key business applications.

Training & Workforce Development
The Aspire Albany IoT Technology Demonstration Center has been developed with Aspire's partners at Capital Region BOCES to provide training and workforce development capabilities for the regional adult workforce looking for hands-on training to update employable skills. Aspire plans to offer a variety of training tracks for continuing education and workforce development efforts in collaboration with Capital Region BOCES.

Once trained, students could enter either private sector employment, for example the organizations that deploy IoT solutions, or public sector employment, for example the municipalities that own and operate these IoT solutions for community and constituent utility and safety.

"This partnership will help equip young people and adults with the education and training they need to meet the workforce needs of today and tomorrow," said Capital Region BOCES Senior Executive Officer Joseph P. Dragone, Ph.D.

About Aspire
Aspire is a professional technology services firm specializing in the delivery of digital infrastructure solutions and managed services designed specifically to achieve our clients' business goals. We believe technology sits at the heart of every enterprise strategy. Our team takes time to understand your business initiatives and align technology solutions to drive the organization forward. Aspire's outcome-driven approach accelerates your journey by combining secure digital infrastructure, world-class design and implementation expertise, and managed services – all centered around transforming today's multi-cloud architectures into enablers of business value. Headquartered in Eatontown, New Jersey, Aspire is focused on serving the tri-state, mid-Atlantic, and New England regions with local operations in Mount Laurel, NJ; Conshohocken, PA; Albany and White Plains, NY; and Cambridge, MA. For more information, visit http://www.aspiretransforms.com

About Capital Region BOCES
The Capital Region Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) delivers more than 300 educational and administrative services to its 24 component school districts. Combined, these districts educate more than 80,000 students in the Albany, Schoharie, Schenectady and Saratoga counties of New York state. In addition, Capital Region BOCES provides services to more than 150 school districts statewide. For more information, visit https://www.capitalregionboces.org.

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Pamela Adriano
Director of Marketing, Aspire Technology Partners
732.847.9552
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Jessica Chebuske
Communication Strategy Group
631.239.6335
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Audrey Hendricks
Capital Region BOCES
518-464-3954
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WASHINGTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 05, 2020

Today, the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE) announced the launch of several months of celebration to recognize its 35-year anniversary, starting with IBHRE Day on Feb. 10th. On this day, IBHRE and certified professionals will celebrate the Board's inception, its history, and its impact on the field of electrophysiology and cardiac device therapy.

Established in 1985 as NASPExAM (derived from the North American Society of Pacing and Electrophysiology Exam), the organization was founded by Dr. Seymour Furman and later renamed the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE). Since it's launch, the Board has grown in capacity and influence becoming a leading credentialing body for heart rhythm practitioners and industry professionals.

"IBHRE's rich history, and its impact, in the field of cardiac rhythm device therapy confirms our founders' foresight to validate the skills, abilities and knowledge of heart rhythm professionals," said Dr. Charles J. Love, MD, IBHRE President and Director of Cardiac Rhythm Device Services at Johns Hopkins Hospital.

"Over the years, we have found that IBHRE has not only maintained its relevance, but it has proven essential to the field of heart rhythm management when it comes to promoting expert skill levels among practitioners," Dr. Love added.

Today, IBHRE continues to promote a global body of knowledge in heart rhythm management, which stays in tune with the latest developments in the field. In celebrating its historical milestone, IBHRE will host the following activities:

Celebrate IBHRE Day —Monday, Feb. 10th—Learn More

https://www.ibhre.org/About-IBHRE/IBHRE-Day-Promotional-Toolkit

Release of IBHRE Historical Video—Feb. 10th –Get Sneak Preview 

Launch Video Series, I AM IBHRE—Mar. 16th

IBHRE Anniversary Reception & 35-Year Anniversary Video Premiere—May 6, 2020, 3 PM, at Heart Rhythm Society's Scientific Sessions in San Diego.




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WASHINGTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 05, 2020

Today, the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE) announced the launch of several months of celebration to recognize its 35-year anniversary, starting with IBHRE Day on Feb. 10th. On this day, IBHRE and certified professionals will celebrate the Board's inception, its history, and its impact on the field of electrophysiology and cardiac device therapy.

Established in 1985 as NASPExAM (derived from the North American Society of Pacing and Electrophysiology Exam), the organization was founded by Dr. Seymour Furman and later renamed the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE). Since it's launch, the Board has grown in capacity and influence becoming a leading credentialing body for heart rhythm practitioners and industry professionals.

"IBHRE's rich history, and its impact, in the field of cardiac rhythm device therapy confirms our founders' foresight to validate the skills, abilities and knowledge of heart rhythm professionals," said Dr. Charles J. Love, MD, IBHRE President and Director of Cardiac Rhythm Device Services at Johns Hopkins Hospital.

"Over the years, we have found that IBHRE has not only maintained its relevance, but it has proven essential to the field of heart rhythm management when it comes to promoting expert skill levels among practitioners," Dr. Love added.

Today, IBHRE continues to promote a global body of knowledge in heart rhythm management, which stays in tune with the latest developments in the field. In celebrating its historical milestone, IBHRE will host the following activities:

Celebrate IBHRE Day —Monday, Feb. 10th—Learn More

https://www.ibhre.org/About-IBHRE/IBHRE-Day-Promotional-Toolkit

Release of IBHRE Historical Video—Feb. 10th –Get Sneak Preview 

Launch Video Series, I AM IBHRE—Mar. 16th

IBHRE Anniversary Reception & 35-Year Anniversary Video Premiere—May 6, 2020, 3 PM, at Heart Rhythm Society's Scientific Sessions in San Diego.




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PORTSMOUTH, N.H. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 05, 2020

President and Founder Jennifer Hofmann opened the virtual doors to InSync Training on January 3, 2000. The company began with an idea to Train the Trainer and has evolved to provide modern learning services, workshops, and accredited certificate programs globally, in multiple languages.

InSync Training has pioneered a tradition of leadership in the training field by researching, vetting, and promoting best practices in virtual classrooms and modern blended learning. Thanks to thoughtful design, a comprehensive suite of programs and services incorporate various instructional delivery methods, learner needs, and cognitive theories to optimize workplace learning.

This team of virtual learning experts set industry standards for quality and creativity, supporting the blended learning initiatives of organizations within any industry. 80+ practitioners work literally around the clock to support corporate learning initiatives for many Fortune 500, 100 and 50 companies, as well as, the public sector and smaller companies.

Under Jennifer's leadership, Inc. 500/5000 named InSync Training the 10th Fastest Growing Education Company in the U.S. in 2013, the 20th Fastest Growing Education Company in 2014, and to their Inc. 5000 list for four consecutive years. Through commitment to diversity and entrepreneurship, InSync received designation as a WBENC and WEConnect certified woman-owned small business (WOSB).

Dell Women's Entrepreneur Network, Forbes Most Powerful Women Issue, The NativeAdVantage, and Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses have all recognized Jennifer's entrepreneurial drive. In the spirit of innovation and collaboration, InSync Training has also partnered with other industry thought leaders, including Comtec Translation.

When asked to reflect on two decades of leadership, Jennifer Hofmann observed: "InSync has stayed true to its original vision – make the virtual classroom work. It sounds so simple – but I knew it would take a combination of people, design, and technology to achieve results like we expected from the traditional classroom. To get there, I envisioned providing training programs for virtual facilitators, designers, and producers. And, when organizations needed to supplement their own training teams, they could come to us for the expertise they needed.

20 years later, that is exactly what we do."

To learn more about InSync Training's vision and mission, visit: http://www.insynctraining.com




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ST. PETERSBURG, FLA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 05, 2020

IDentifyED, the nation's #1 complete campus safety and security system provider, today announced the launch of the IDentifyED HALO Incident Response Module. This integrated system allows school administrators to immediately start monitoring vape alerts in real-time. It also provides campuses the ability to use the IDentifyED incident response module to respond to alerts, and the IDenifyED incident management module to document all incidents.

IPVideo's HALO IOT Smart Sensor has taken off this year in response to the nationwide youth vaping epidemic. It is the only product to detect vaping with Nicotine or Marijuana (THC oil). In addition to vape and smoke detection, HALO offers several safety features including abnormal sound detection, chemical detection and air quality monitoring. The product has been exceptional at helping schools across the country combat vaping with sales to over 1000 schools in the US and has recently expanded into international markets.

This new integration will help schools and campuses throughout the nation improve safety measures. "It was such a pleasure to work with the IPVideo team to create the world's first Enterprise Class Vape Detection and Incident Response Platform. Watch for additional releases of integration solutions that include Facial Recognition, License Plate Recognition, Metal Detectors, Surveillance Cameras, Blue-Tooth Beacons and Shooter Detection systems to be released in early 2020! This is the next evolution in physical security and smart campuses," said John Shine, President at Kornukopia.

"Many customers will really benefit from deploying The IDentifyED HALO Incident Response Module," said Mike Davis, president of Security Network Associates, a nation-wide enterprise consulting firm. Who recently committed to the IDentifyED HALO Incident Response Module for their entire customer base. The IDentifyED HALO Incident Response Module will enable organizations to respond to alerts with an enterprise-class campus security solution.

The Halo Vape Detector Product

"With HALO, IDentifyED end-users now receive event-based alerts in privacy concern areas, providing security for every possible indoor location a facility may have. All areas where cameras are not allowed like bathrooms, hotel rooms, dorm rooms, locker rooms and patient rooms will now have protection. These alerts can complement IDentifyED particularly when students may not have their phones to send emergency alerts on the application." states Rick Cadiz VP of Sales and Marketing for IPVideo Corporation. "We are excited about this integration and expect IDentifyED's customers to receive immediate benefits with HALO's vaping and THC detection capabilities which can trigger incident responses via the IDentifyED system."

About IPVideo Corporation

An industry pioneer since its introduction of one of the first network-based surveillance recording solutions in 1996, IPVideo Corporation is now at the forefront of developing unique, innovative solutions that harness the power of IP video technology. Today, the company's systems are trusted by Fortune 500 companies, government agencies and municipalities, utilities, healthcare facilities, school districts and leading universities to mitigate risk while protecting people and properties. A commitment to an open-standards philosophy and delivering best-in-class performance and value underlies all offerings―from physical security solutions that bridge to the Internet of Things, to purpose-built HD audio/video recording solutions for education, law enforcement, healthcare, and beyond. The company's worldwide client base is served by a network of certified distributors, dealers and system integrators, who benefit from ongoing corporate support and training. IPVideo Corporation is headquartered in Bay Shore, NY. For more information, visit http://www.ipvideocorp.com.

About Kornukopia Corporation

Founded in 2015, Kornukopia's IDentifyED system, is the #1 Complete Campus Safety and Security System. IDentifyED provides over 50 different features and functions for a campus environment that include security, private social networking, communications, user engagement, learning, and productivity.

In a campus environment whether it is a corporate campus, hospital, college campus and/or K-12 school systems, IDentifyed is able to do everything from; get help to an injured person, open a door with our embedded smart card, blast out emergency instructions during a lockdown, share a chat between a group, manage group messages and calendars; create and share a sophisticated user portfolio, or share a location between colleagues. IDentifyED is creating safe, secure and smart campuses that protect and connect people, communications and facilities. Kornukopia Corporation is headquartered in Dunedin, Florida. For more information, visit http://www.campussafetyandsecurity.com

Kornukopia's IDentifyED system and IDentifyED are registered trademarks of Kornukopia's IDentifyED system in the United States and/or other countries.

The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.
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SAN FRANCISCO (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 05, 2020

The new plugin, created by Totara Partner BuildEmpire, removes the need to export and upload SCORM files, making it easier than ever before to create content that works seamlessly within the Totara learning management system.

thirst.io brings the editing power of traditional desktop authoring tools into the cloud-based world. Users now have the freedom to create their own dynamic interactions and e-learning content within thirst.io's intuitive WYSIWYG editor for truly engaging experiences, with the live stream ensuring that everything is updated in real time.

Fred Thompson, CEO and founder of BuildEmpire said: "Most of our clients use Totara Learn, so it seemed the logical next step to build an integration between thirst.io and Totara to make the e-learning development process easier and more efficient."

Totara users can add thirst.io to their platforms to craft personalized learning journeys to support and engage learners. The tool also supports the sharing of projects, resources and themes within teams, saving time by ensuring everyone has access to the most up-to-date version of content in one place.

Additionally, Totara users using multi-tenancy platforms will benefit from the ability to create custom themes to achieve brand consistency and create unique learning environments for different audiences.

Totara's extensions library currently houses a range of plugins, such as the Anders Pink content curation tool, GO1's content library and the Zoola Analytics tool for enhanced learning analytics and reporting.

For more information, visit BuildEmpire/thirst.io at Learning Technologies 2020 in London at stand E62. Fred Thompson will also be giving a public demo of thirst.io on day 1, Wednesday February 12th, at 11:00am in Theatre 4.

thirst.io is available on a monthly subscription and new users can get started with a 30-day free trial.



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BOSTON (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 05, 2020

The One8 Foundation along with the Baker-Polito Administration today announced over $1.9 million in school grants to expand computer science, engineering, and biomedical science education for K-12 students at 82 schools in 49 districts across the Commonwealth.

Grantee schools will bring innovative applied learning to students through Project Lead The Way (PLTW), a national nonprofit organization focused on improving computer science, engineering and biomedical science learning for PreK-12 students and teachers. The state grant of $775,000, along with over $1.13 million from the One8 Foundation, goes to schools to support professional development, curriculum, and equipment. Of the 82 schools awarded grants, 51 schools are implementing their first Project Lead The Way course and 32 schools are adding programs or expanding course offerings. The grants will reach an estimated 25,000 students in the Commonwealth.

The grants seek to expand the number of students able to engage in rigorous applied STEM courses. Additionally, the grant program gives priority to schools in districts that are building STEM pathways across all grade levels. With the funding 15 districts will now offer multi-school K-12, 6-12, or K-8 pathways, including 5 districts that will now be 100% access district with PLTW available in all buildings. The STEM Career Pathway Capacity Grant is overseen by the Executive Office of Education in conjunction with the STEM Advisory Council and the Governor's Workforce Skills Cabinet.

"We are thrilled to support educators across the Commonwealth to bring applied learning and STEM education to their schools in a way that has students learning rigorous STEM content and then applying it to solve real world problems," said Joanna Jacobson, President of the One8 Foundation.

"Our administration is committed to closing the opportunity and achievement gaps in STEM fields for students across the Commonwealth," said Lt. Governor Karyn Polito. "Partnerships with organizations like Project Lead the Way allow us to provide children with opportunities to learn hands-on, real-world STEM skills and put them on a pathway to success in the classroom and beyond."

"To thrive in our evolving world, students must have in-demand knowledge and transportable skills," said Vince Bertram, PLTW president and CEO. "We are proud to partner with the Governor's Office, the One8 Foundation, and Mass STEM Hub to expand access to engaging and inspiring learning experiences for Massachusetts's students."

"We are excited to be working with PLTW and the state to increase student access to high-quality STEM and applied learning programming," said Katherine Skrivan, Mass STEM Hub Director. "We are looking forward to working closely with teachers and leaders to support their implementation of this proven program."

About One8 Foundation and Mass STEM Hub
The One8 Foundation propels and supports outstanding leaders with compelling ideas that deliver scaled, sustainable social impact. Education is one of the One8 Foundation's strategic giving areas, with a focus on preparing students for a rapidly changing high-tech world through applied learning and STEM education. Mass STEM Hub is a program of the One8 Foundation and its mission is to provide schools with access to and support for applied learning and STEM education that builds knowledge and skills students need to succeed in a rapidly changing, high tech world. One8 Foundation and Mass STEM Hub have helped scale Project Lead The Way's K-12 curriculum in engineering, computer science and biomedical science to over 45,000 students in Massachusetts enabling students to learn how to take theory to practice with real world problem solving. To learn more, visit one8.org and mass-stemhub.org.

About Project Lead The Way
Project Lead The Way (PLTW) is a mission-driven organization that is transforming the learning experience for millions of PreK-12 students and thousands of teachers across the U.S. PLTW empowers students to develop in-demand, transportable knowledge and skills through pathways in computer science, engineering, and biomedical science. PLTW's teacher training and resources support teachers as they engage their students in real-world learning. Approximately 12,200 elementary, middle, and high schools in all 50 states and the District of Columbia offer PLTW programs. For more information on Project Lead The Way, visit pltw.org.

About the STEM Advisory Council
In order to sustain economic prosperity and growth, the STEM Advisory Council seeks to build a deeper, more diverse human capital pipeline to fill the growing demand for talent by MA employers, while creating new opportunities for young people and adults to pursue rewarding and productive careers requiring STEM expertise. Consistent with this purpose, the Council works with the Administration to align and leverage public programs and resources, while engaging private-sector partners, in order to accelerate progress and achieve maximum impact. Building on earlier initiatives, the Governor's Advisory Council on STEM is authorized by Section 218 of Chapter 6 of Massachusetts General Law. For more information, please visit mass.edu/stem/home.asp

The following schools will take part in the grant:
Agawam - Benjamin J Phelps
Agawam - Clifford M Granger
Agawam - James Clark School
Agawam - Roberta G. Doering School
Agawam - Robinson Park
Amesbury - Amesbury Middle
Attleboro - Attleboro High
Bellingham - Bellingham High School
Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public (District) - Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School
Billerica - Billerica Memorial High School
Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical - Blackstone Valley
Blackstone-Millville - Blackstone Millville RHS
Boston - O'Bryant School Math/Science
Boston - William McKinley
Boston Preparatory Charter Public (District) - Boston Preparatory Charter Public School
Canton - Canton High
Carver - Carver Middle/High School
Chicopee - Gen John J Stefanik
Clinton - Clinton Elementary
Clinton - Clinton Senior High
Dartmouth - Dartmouth High
Douglas - Douglas Elementary School
Douglas - Douglas High School
Dracut - Brookside Elementary
Dracut - George H. Englesby Elementary School
Dracut - Greenmont Avenue
Dracut - Joseph A Campbell Elementary
Dracut - Justus C. Richardson Middle School
Dudley-Charlton Reg - Charlton Elementary
Dudley-Charlton Reg - Dudley Elementary
Dudley-Charlton Reg - Heritage School
Dudley-Charlton Reg - Mason Road School
Fall River - Mary Fonseca Elementary School
Fall River - Matthew J Kuss Middle
Fall River - William S Greene
Georgetown - Georgetown Middle School
Granby - East Meadow
Hadley - Hadley Elementary
Hampden-Wilbraham - Green Meadows Elementary
Hampden-Wilbraham - Mile Tree Elementary
Hampden-Wilbraham - Soule Road
Hampden-Wilbraham - Stony Hill School
Holbrook - Holbrook Middle High School
Holyoke – Veritas Prep Holyoke
KIPP Academy Boston Charter School (District) - KIPP Academy Boston Charter School
KIPP Academy Lynn Charter (District) - KIPP Academy Lynn Charter School
MATCH Charter Public School (District) - MATCH Charter Public School
Mendon-Upton - Henry P Clough
Mendon-Upton - Memorial School
Mendon-Upton - Miscoe Hill School
Milford - Brookside
Milford - Memorial
Milford - Milford High
Minuteman Regional Vocational Technical - Minuteman Regional High
North Adams - Drury High
North Middlesex - Ashby Elementary
North Middlesex - Hawthorne Brook
North Middlesex - Nissitissit Middle School
North Middlesex - North Middlesex Regional
North Middlesex - Spaulding Memorial
Northampton - Northampton High
Norwood - Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School
Quabbin - Quabbin Regional Middle School
Quaboag Regional - Quaboag Regional High
Ralph C Mahar - Ralph C Mahar Regional
Revere - Rumney Marsh Academy
Revere - Susan B. Anthony Middle School
Seekonk - George R Martin
Seekonk - Seekonk High
Somerset Berkley Regional School District - Somerset Berkley Regional High School
Southern Berkshire - Mt Everett Regional
Uxbridge - Taft Early Learning Center
Uxbridge - Uxbridge High
Veritas Preparatory Charter School (District) - Veritas Preparatory Charter School
Wachusett - Mountview Middle
Ware - Stanley M Koziol Elementary School
Ware - Ware Junior/Senior High School
Ware - Ware Middle School
West Springfield - West Springfield High
Westport - Alice A Macomber
Westport - Westport Elementary
Woburn - Woburn High
Worcester - Forest Grove Middle




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PHOENIX (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 05, 2020

CampusLogic, higher education's leading student financial success platform, today announced new features and updated functionality for ScholarshipUniverse, its fastest-growing product. A single source for both institutional and fully-vetted external scholarships, ScholarshipUniverse automatically matches students to relevant scholarship opportunities, reducing scholarship search fatigue, helping students close funding gaps in their higher education without taking on additional debt.

Updates to the ScholarshipUniverse product include a new donor portal, which allows scholarship donors to view information as presented to students, as well as statistics for the number of students who match, apply for, and are awarded scholarships. Additionally, donors have access to thank-you notes from recipients and the ability to see and update their profile information for students to view alongside scholarship details. The latest updates also feature a match explorer utility and, through CampusMetrics, CampusLogic's data analytics product, ScholarshipUniverse has twelve new reporting capabilities for schools, allowing for even more in-depth student insights.

"ScholarshipUniverse was born out of the problem that so many schools and students are facing: Scholarships are extremely valuable for ensuring student financial success, but finding and applying to legitimate awards is traditionally complicated. We continue to look for ways to make the process easier by using analytics and engaging other constituents, like donors," commented Chris Chumley, CampusLogic Chief Operating Officer.

Dozens of colleges and universities across the country are using ScholarshipUniverse to enhance the student experience and increase accessibility to higher education through sophisticated scholarship matching—often eliminating older, more cumbersome software that has historically been the standard throughout the industry. With more than 10,000 external scholarships in its database, ScholarshipUniverse is a continually growing force in the higher education sector. To date, 98,413,073 institutional and fully-vetted external scholarships have successfully been matched to recipients. In 2019 alone, 121,000 students were matched to external scholarships, and 44,000 students were matched to internal scholarships. Not only are schools with ScholarshipUniverse helping students close funding gaps, they are ensuring their scholarship dollars do not go underutilized.

Purpose-driven to help schools change lives, CampusLogic transforms the way higher education empowers student financial success. By continually updating its product platform and enhancing functionality to meet changing student and customer needs, CampusLogic is breaking down barriers and ensuring more students can fund and complete a higher education.

"Schools seeing ScholarshipUniverse for the first time are instantly awakened to a new and enhanced way of helping their students, staff, and donors. We are encouraged by the number of schools that have already implemented this product, and we are confident that ScholarshipUniverse will be the premier choice of institutions for scholarship management going forward," commented Ken Downs, CampusLogic Product Evangelist.

About CampusLogic   
CampusLogic helps schools change lives by delivering the first—and only—Student Financial Success platform that incorporates a net price calculator, complete scholarship management, personalized digital communications, simplified financial aid verification, 24x7 multilingual virtual advising, tuition and scholarship crowdfunding, and integrated data visualizations. Over 500 schools across the country use CampusLogic to provide their students with an easy, mobile, and personalized experience to simplify the financial success journey, resulting in increased enrollment, better informed borrowing, and improved retention. CampusLogic annually hosts EmpowerED, a conference dedicated to providing student financial success professionals with access to industry trends, best practices, and networking opportunities with like-minded colleagues. For more information, visit campuslogic.com.    



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SPRINGFIELD, MASS. AND DAVENPORT, IOWA (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 05, 2020

Quatromoney, a fintech platform helping families plan and save more on the purchase of college, announced its partnership with TuitionFit, a "Kelley Blue Book" of actual college prices. Under this strategic partnership, the two companies will work together to synthesize real-world college cost data and with personalized financing calculations to help families obtain the most affordable college education possible.

As the sticker price for colleges and universities have skyrocketed, families are looking for clarity on how much they will have to pay not just for one year, but all four years of college. TuitionFit has partnered with Quatromoney to help families personalize financial decisions and manage all 4-years of college costs. In combination with TuitionFit's ability to show students and families the prices colleges offered similar students, Quatromoney allows families to answer a few questions about their financial capabilities and then renders customized financial pathways to finance not just one year, but all four years of college.

"Every dollar counts in the paying for college process," said Patrick Kandianis, Quatromoney's CEO & Co-Founder, "$1.00 in college financing typically costs the consumer $1.50 in the end. Saving more, using more cash from income and, most importantly, closely comparing financing options, can save families thousands in interest and fees. Not only does TuitionFit share Quatromoney's mission for college cost transparency but also the belief that technology can improve families ability to make college more affordable."

"Partnering with TuitionFit was a natural. Their pricing insight is invaluable to families and helps them ensure they're getting the best possible price from their target colleges," said Kandianis.

Mark Salisbury, CEO of TuitionFit added, "Giving students and families a clear picture of how they can pay for college most effectively requires two critical lenses. One of them is seeing how the offer they have been given compares to what other colleges are offering similar students. Equally important, families need to know how those first year prices translate into four years of college costs. QuatroMoney's resources is a perfect way for TuitionFit users to get the big picture perspective on their college financing choices."

About Quatromoney

Quatromoney's founders have spent 50+ years focused on college students, financial aid and smart financing. We built this platform because the current "one-size-fits-all" paying for college process does not take into account a family's unique financial position. We do. Learn more at http://www.quatromoney.com or follow us on Twitter @quatromoney, or LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/quatromoney

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TULSA, OKLA. (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 05, 2020

The University of Tulsa (TU), Oklahoma's highest-ranked national university, is launching an online MBA and elevating its online MS in Cybersecurity with Noodle Partners, the fastest-growing online program manager.

Increasingly, adult learners are opting for programs that fit their busy lives. TU is working to improve the accessibility of their programs by meeting those students where they are — online.

The online MBA offers both part-time and full-time options to prepare students for professional management careers in the private and public sectors as well as for positions of leadership and responsibility in business and society.

Cybersecurity is one of the fastest growing job sectors in the United States; the BLS projects a 32% increase in employment from 2018 to 2028, more than six times higher than the average for careers in the U.S. For 20 years, TU has been one of just a handful of institutions designated as a Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance and Cyber Defense Education.

"The University of Tulsa is excited to leverage the resources and expertise of Noodle Partners to further develop these two online degree programs and meet the needs of students seeking a research university-level education outside of a traditional classroom setting," said Dr. Janet Levit, Interim President of Tulsa University. "TU's MBA and MS in Cybersecurity attract highly motivated working professionals who will use the degrees to advance their careers and support the nation's thriving business and technology industries."

The online 37-credit MBA is a unique cohort-style program, which groups students in teams of four to five members that rotate each semester, fostering a strong network and providing an opportunity to work with individuals who bring different backgrounds and experiences to classroom projects. Elective courses in finance, accounting, energy, marketing or management allow students to customize and focus the degree to suit individual career goals.

The online MS in Cybersecurity requires 30 credits to graduate. The program offers an entirely online curriculum, along with an option to take immersive courses in which students spend one week on campus completing hands-on, intensive training guided by faculty. The program is designed to be completed in 24-months, and students can continue to work as full-time professionals while completing the degree.

"TU is making an excellent strategic move by launching these innovative online programs," said John Katzman, CEO of Noodle Partners. "We have total confidence in our partnership with TU and we're excited to see how its incoming cohorts of students leverage their degrees in the workforce."

About University of Tulsa
The University of Tulsa is a private, doctoral degree-granting institution that fosters a rich, diverse experience for students through mutual respect and cultural appreciation. With undergraduate, graduate and law students from 60 countries, TU is ranked No. 1 in Oklahoma by U.S. News & World Report and Wall Street Journal. Research opportunities start the moment students step on campus. Innovation and entrepreneurship are emphasized in equal measure with foundational coursework and design-thinking exercises. Through collaboration and commitment, the TU community generates prosperity, cultivates justice and serves others. Real-world experience is plentiful, and domestic alumni report a 96% placement rate.

About Noodle Partners
Founded by a team of education and technology veterans, Noodle Partners creates innovative online and hybrid programs while improving traditional classroom models. Noodle Partners has the capability to work with universities on every aspect of building a certificate or degree program that they choose—marketing, student recruitment, enrollment, curriculum design, student engagement, support services, graduate placement, and alumni engagement—and provides a high level of fit and finish. For more information, visit noodle-partners.com or follow us on Twitter @Noodle_Partners or LinkedIn.

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