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Santander Consumer Gives Back to the Dallas Community in 2024 by Investing in Seven Local Foundations and Community Service Initiatives

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水曜日, 5月 29, 2024

Santander Consumer USA Inc. (“Santander Consumer”) and the Santander Consumer USA Inc. Foundation (“SC Foundation”) today announced more than $1,700,000 in grants to support local social and economic development in the Dallas, Texas community.

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  • Santander Consumer USA Inc. (“Santander Consumer”) and the Santander Consumer USA Inc. Foundation (“SC Foundation”) today announced more than $1,700,000 in grants to support local social and economic development in the Dallas, Texas community.
  • In total, the SC Foundation is granting funding and resources to 11 organizations: seven in Dallas, and four in cities across the United States in Texas, Arizona, and Florida.
  • These grants represent the latest step in the SC Foundation’s longstanding commitment to investing in Dallas and helping the most vulnerable in local communities across the nation to learn, grow and prosper.
  • The following organizations were awarded grants:
    Dallas College (Dallas, Texas): Funding will support recruitment efforts through Dallas College’s entrepreneurship and small business initiatives, as well as the School of Business, Hospitality, and Global Trade.

Goodside Health's 2023/24 School Health Advocate of the Year

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木曜日, 5月 23, 2024

JOSHUA, TX, May 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Goodside Health is thrilled to announce Tasha Beaird, BSN, RN, District Nursing Coordinator at Joshua Independent School District, as the recipient of the 2023/24 School Health Advocate of the Year award.

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  • JOSHUA, TX, May 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Goodside Health is thrilled to announce Tasha Beaird, BSN, RN, District Nursing Coordinator at Joshua Independent School District, as the recipient of the 2023/24 School Health Advocate of the Year award.
  • Tasha expressed deep appreciation for her district’s relationship with Goodside Health, stating, “I feel like Goodside Health is my best friend.
  • They support me in my personal life when I got engaged, married, and bought a house—all the big moments in my life.
  • Goodside Health congratulates Tasha Beaird on this well-deserved recognition and applauds her dedication to improving student health and academic success at Joshua ISD.

Collège Boréal professor Marc Hébert wins Ontario Minister of Colleges and Universities’ Award of Excellence

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木曜日, 5月 16, 2024

SUDBURY, Ontario, May 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At the annual Minister of Colleges and Universities Awards for Excellence ceremony, Marc Hébert, who teaches in the forestry and wildlife programs at Collège Boréal’s School of Environment and Natural Resources, received one of these prestigious awards today in the Everyday Hero category.

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  • Professor Hébert’s achievements for 2022–2023 include a significant contribution to the City of Greater Sudbury Council’s Regreening Advisory Panel (VETAC).
  • Among other things, Marc Hébert identified improvements needed in the region’s tree production process and proposed concrete solutions.
  • “The Minister of Colleges and Universities’ Award of Excellence presented to Marc Hébert is an outstanding example of the dedication and expertise that Collège Boréal’s students enjoy.
  • Introduced in 2020, the Minister of Colleges and Universities Awards for Excellence highlight the outstanding work of professors, instructors, staff, and graduate students at Ontario’s colleges and universities.

Syniverse, TalkingPoints Unite to Enhance Messaging Between Educators and Families

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火曜日, 5月 21, 2024

The TalkingPoints Universal Family Engagement platform enables teachers, staff, and administrators to build stronger relationships with families through instant two-way text messaging in more than 150 languages.

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  • The TalkingPoints Universal Family Engagement platform enables teachers, staff, and administrators to build stronger relationships with families through instant two-way text messaging in more than 150 languages.
  • Teachers rely on TalkingPoints to deepen connections with their students’ families through everyday collaboration about student needs, learning, and development.
  • This includes guidance on number pools and other best practices that help TalkingPoints effectively manage the messaging ecosystem.
  • To learn more about how Syniverse can lend its messaging expertise to your SMS and MMS outreach, visit https://www.syniverse.com .

Becker Introduces Crime-Themed CPE Courses in Partnership with Red Flag Mania

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火曜日, 5月 14, 2024

Becker , a global leader in accounting exam prep and professional education, announced today the introduction of crime-themed continuing professional education (CPE) courses in partnership with Red Flag Mania.

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  • Becker , a global leader in accounting exam prep and professional education, announced today the introduction of crime-themed continuing professional education (CPE) courses in partnership with Red Flag Mania.
  • “Immersive whodunit e-learning like this will revolutionize the educational landscape in accounting,” said Ed Clark, President of Becker, a Colibri Group company.
  • “Combining Red Flag Mania's dynamic and interactive learning modules with Becker's acclaimed expertise in accounting education is a perfect match,” said Kelly Richmond Pope, Ph.D., CPA, Co-founder of Red Flag Mania.
  • For more information and to sign up for the new immersive CPE courses, visit becker.com/cpe/redflagmania

Houston Schools and Organizations Named as Houston Schools That Inspire Inaugural Honorees by Good Reason Houston

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水曜日, 5月 15, 2024

Six Houston-area schools and three non-profits are being recognized for their exceptional work within Houston’s public schools.

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  • Six Houston-area schools and three non-profits are being recognized for their exceptional work within Houston’s public schools.
  • Houston Schools That Inspire , led by Good Reason Houston, has just named its nine winners for its inaugural awards program.
  • This initiative aims to showcase the brilliance, beauty, and unwavering commitment to student success within Houston public schools and education organizations.
  • For more information about the initiative, the outstanding schools and organizations recognized this year and to vote for future honorees, visit www.schoolsthatinspire.org .

Bandwidth 'The Texties' Award Winners and Finalists Honored for Innovation, Impact in Business Messaging

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木曜日, 5月 9, 2024

RALEIGH, N.C., May 9, 2024  /PRNewswire/ -- Bandwidth Inc. (NASDAQ: BAND), a leading global enterprise cloud communications company, today announced the winners and finalists of "The Texties," a new annual awards program honoring the best in business text messaging by Bandwidth customers. Judges reviewed entries focusing on business results, innovation and end-user impact.

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  • Judges reviewed entries focusing on business results, innovation and end-user impact.
  • "Congratulations to our incredible winners and finalists," said Sandy Preizler, Bandwidth's Chief Revenue Officer.
  • "The inventiveness and variety of their use cases for messaging were just as impressive as the business results they achieved.
  • We are proud to be the messaging platform of choice for innovators of this caliber."

HMH Announces Annual 180 Award Winners, Recognizes Students and Educators

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木曜日, 5月 9, 2024

BOSTON, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Learning technology company HMH has announced the recipients of its 18th Annual 180 Awards, recognizing outstanding students and educators. These awards celebrate students who have triumphed over significant obstacles to achieve academic success, alongside dedicated educators who utilize HMH's intensive intervention solutions.

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  • In celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week, HMH Honors Educators for Fostering Personal and Academic Success, Students Who Have Achieved Exceptional Growth
    BOSTON, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Learning technology company HMH has announced the recipients of its 18th Annual 180 Awards, recognizing outstanding students and educators.
  • These awards celebrate students who have triumphed over significant obstacles to achieve academic success, alongside dedicated educators who utilize HMH's intensive intervention solutions.
  • "Each 180 Award recipient exemplifies the remarkable potential realized when educators demonstrate unwavering dedication and students receive comprehensive support and access to tailored interventions," says Matthew Mugo Fields, General Manager, Supplemental and Intervention Solutions at HMH.
  • Find the complete list of 180 Award Winners at hmhco.com/180-Awards and follow HMH on social to see their inspiring stories.

A CO Online School is Now NCAA Approved, Opening Academic and Athletic Doors for its Digital Learning Students

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火曜日, 5月 7, 2024

CODCA prides itself on being a flexible schooling option for students with different types of learning needs and schedules.

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  • CODCA prides itself on being a flexible schooling option for students with different types of learning needs and schedules.
  • At CODCA, student athletes can do their course work from anywhere there is an internet connection and on their own time.
  • With CODCA’s NCAA approval, the Colorado online public school can help set students up for athletic and academic success in college and beyond.
  • Students also have the opportunity to earn college credits in high school, online, and tuition-free, potentially saving thousands of dollars in college tuition costs.

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago Welcomes Alicia Gonzalez as Chief Sports Impact Officer

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水曜日, 5月 8, 2024

CHICAGO, May 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago announces the appointment of Alicia Gonzalez as its Chief Sports Impact Officer. This appointment builds on the organization's rich history as a leader in sports and legacy of inspiring change through the Power of Play.

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  • CHICAGO, May 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago announces the appointment of Alicia Gonzalez as its Chief Sports Impact Officer.
  • "At the YMCA of Metro Chicago, we're reigniting our leadership as the premier provider of sports and aquatics in the region, and Alicia will play a crucial role in driving these efforts forward," said Dorri McWhorter, President & Chief Executive Officer, YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago.
  • She brings a wealth of experience to the YMCA, having most recently served as Executive Director of Chicago Cubs Charities.
  • I am beyond excited to advance play and impact across sports and aquatics at the YMCA of Metro Chicago."