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Power Home Remodeling Funds $500,000 in Classroom Supplies for 1,780 Teacher Projects Across the Country Through Partnership with DonorsChoose

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tisdag, maj 7, 2024
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The requests center on $500,000 worth of supplies to help public school teachers meet the needs within their classrooms.

Key Points: 
  • The requests center on $500,000 worth of supplies to help public school teachers meet the needs within their classrooms.
  • Projects tagged to these categories were supported in local classrooms within 25 miles of each POWER territory office.
  • Power for Good activates POWER employees to nominate, partner, volunteer, donate, and elevate local and national nonprofits, creating impact in communities across the country in which POWER operates.
  • Power Home Remodeling shares this deep commitment and we’re grateful for their partnership,” said Katie Bisbee, DonorsChoose Chief Revenue & Marketing Officer.

A Burst of Flavor Has Arrived! SONIC Reimagines a Summer Favorite with All-New Orange Cloudsicle Slush Float

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torsdag, maj 2, 2024
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SONIC® Drive-In is kicking off the summer season with the debut of the limited-time, perfectly on-trend Orange Cloudsicle Slush Float and the extra flavorful Cheesy Bacon SONIC Stack Cheeseburger.

Key Points: 
  • SONIC® Drive-In is kicking off the summer season with the debut of the limited-time, perfectly on-trend Orange Cloudsicle Slush Float and the extra flavorful Cheesy Bacon SONIC Stack Cheeseburger.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240502571439/en/
    SONIC’s new Orange Cloudsicle Slush Float is a new spin on a summer classic and features the sweet and tangy flavor of orange cloudsicle flavored slush loaded with orange vanilla flavor bubbles and topped with a sweet, creamy cloud of soft serve and even more orange vanilla flavor bubbles.
  • SONIC’s new Orange Cloudsicle Slush Float is a new spin on a summer classic and features the sweet and tangy flavor of orange cloudsicle flavored slush loaded with orange vanilla flavor bubbles and topped with a sweet, creamy cloud of soft serve and even more orange vanilla flavor bubbles.
  • SONIC guests can enjoy the flavor of the summer with the Orange Cloudsicle Slush Float while knowing that their purchase supports local teachers and students.

Gen Z Students Declare “This Is The Way” to Champion Accessibility, Preserve Endangered Indigenous Languages & Save the Planet

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tisdag, april 30, 2024
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Today, Samsung Electronics America named the three National Winners in the 14th annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition.

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  • Today, Samsung Electronics America named the three National Winners in the 14th annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition.
  • Every year, Solve for Tomorrow awards more than $2 million in Samsung technology and classroom supplies to participating public schools throughout the U.S.
  • Four additional Solve for Tomorrow awards were presented to the Gen Z student teams.
  • These distinguished lawmakers were also honored with STEM Champion Awards from Samsung in recognition of their efforts to advance STEM pursuits in their states.

SONIC® Drive-In Celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week with Bundle of Freebies for Educators

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torsdag, april 25, 2024
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This year, SONIC® Drive-In is celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week with a bundle of craveable rewards for educators who belong to the free SONIC Teachers’ Circle rewards program.

Key Points: 
  • This year, SONIC® Drive-In is celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week with a bundle of craveable rewards for educators who belong to the free SONIC Teachers’ Circle rewards program.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    SONIC Teachers’ Circle is a free rewards program exclusively for educators available through the SONIC App.
  • ** Any teacher, faculty or staff at a K-12 or degree-granting university can sign up for SONIC Teachers’ Circle in the SONIC App and start receiving exclusive rewards.
  • To take advantage of these Teacher Appreciation Week offers, educators must sign up before May 6, when rewards become available.

WK Kellogg Co and Meijer Donate $50,000 to Battle Creek Public Schools Mission Tiger

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torsdag, april 18, 2024
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BATTLE CREEK, Mich., April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Giving back to the communities where they live and work is woven into the fabric of the company at WK Kellogg Co. Through Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Mission Tiger™, WK Kellogg Co and Meijer recently donated $50,000 to Battle Creek Public Schools, supporting more than 350 middle school students who play sports at Battle Creek Public Schools.

Key Points: 
  • Through Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Mission Tiger™, WK Kellogg Co and Meijer recently donated $50,000 to Battle Creek Public Schools, supporting more than 350 middle school students who play sports at Battle Creek Public Schools.
  • The funding is allowing three Battle Creek Public Schools middle schools to secure uniforms, equipment and technology for soccer teams, with the first girls soccer game recently taking place on April 10.
  • "As we continue to enrich lives in the communities we serve, we are pleased to support Kellogg's Frosted Flakes Mission Tiger in bringing opportunities for Battle Creek Public Schools," said Calli Schmid, Vice President of Merchandising at Meijer.
  • *
    Mission Tiger is one of several programs within WK Kellogg Co's sustainable business strategy - Feeding Happiness™ – whereby the company aims to build healthier and happier futures for families, kids and communities.

Optimum Unveils New Brand Platform and Marketing Campaign With Focus on Its Local Communities and Customers

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tisdag, april 2, 2024
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240401886670/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240401886670/en/
    The creative platform, “Where local is big time,” highlights Optimum’s hyperlocal focus matched with its big-tech capabilities, exemplifying the company’s commitment to delivering advanced connectivity solutions powered by a world-class network with a focus on meeting the unique needs of its local customers and communities.
  • Every activation is anchored in reaching customers where they are – in the communities where they live and work – and will be seen in markets across Optimum’s 21-state footprint.
  • Key updates include:
    Introduction of a new regional operations model with local senior leadership teams embedded directly in the company’s regions to meet the unique needs of local communities.
  • Advanced suite of connectivity products and offerings, notably Optimum Fiber, Optimum Mobile, Optimum Stream, and Optimum Complete, a line of Internet + Mobile bundles that offer significant savings to customers.

SONIC Celebrates Upcoming Total Solar Eclipse with New Limited-Edition Blackout Slush Float

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måndag, mars 18, 2024
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Guests will also receive one free pair of solar eclipse viewing glasses* with every purchase of the Blackout Slush Float, while supplies last, to help safely watch the eclipse and create fun memories of this momentous occasion.

Key Points: 
  • Guests will also receive one free pair of solar eclipse viewing glasses* with every purchase of the Blackout Slush Float, while supplies last, to help safely watch the eclipse and create fun memories of this momentous occasion.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240318899054/en/
    SONIC Celebrates Upcoming Total Solar Eclipse with New Limited-Edition Blackout Slush Float (Photo: Business Wire)
    Featuring a sweet, cotton candy and dragon fruit flavored, all-black slush representing the temporary darkness from the solar eclipse and topped with creamy white soft serve and blue and purple galaxy-themed sprinkles, the Blackout Slush Float will transport fans straight to outer space.
  • SONIC is also partnering with former NASA astronaut, International Space Station commander and SONIC superfan, Terry Virts, to share tips on how to best enjoy the total solar eclipse.
  • Guests planning to view the eclipse from SONIC should get their branded eclipse viewing glasses, free with every Blackout Slush Float purchase, in advance since supply is limited.

PNC Foundation Announces $10.2 Million in Grants to Mark 20th Anniversary of PNC Grow Up Great®

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torsdag, april 4, 2024
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PITTSBURGH, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The PNC Foundation today announced it is allocating a $5.2 million grant pool across its markets to implement or enhance high-quality, nature-based outdoor play and learning environments. This grant pool celebrates the 20th anniversary of PNC Grow Up Great®, PNC's $500 million, bilingual, signature philanthropic initiative designed to help prepare children from birth through age 5 for success in school and life.

Key Points: 
  • PITTSBURGH, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The PNC Foundation today announced it is allocating a $5.2 million grant pool across its markets to implement or enhance high-quality, nature-based outdoor play and learning environments.
  • This grant pool celebrates the 20th anniversary of PNC Grow Up Great ®, PNC's $500 million, bilingual, signature philanthropic initiative designed to help prepare children from birth through age 5 for success in school and life.
  • A recent NIEER literature review also suggests that pre-K programs conducted in nature-based settings can promote better learning and development.
  • PNC Grow Up Great's focus on outdoor play and learning for the 20th anniversary extends beyond the grant pool initiative.

First Book and Ashoka Announce 15 Youth Challenge Winners in Time for Change Nationwide Initiative

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torsdag, mars 28, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --Today, First Book and Ashoka, leading organizations in educational equity and social entrepreneurship, have announced the 15 grand prize winners of the Time for Change Youth Challenge. Young changemakers from across the country will receive $1,000 grants for student-led solutions to improve their classrooms, schools, and communities. The Time for Change Youth Challenge is designed to spark transformative changemaking journeys in young people, with submissions ranging from kindergarten to 12th grade students looking to bring their innovative solution to life or expand an existing student-led initiative.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --Today, First Book and Ashoka, leading organizations in educational equity and social entrepreneurship, have announced the 15 grand prize winners of the Time for Change Youth Challenge .
  • The Youth Challenge builds on the success of the Time for Change: Dream, Act, Change Our World campaign, first launched by First Book and Ashoka in 2022 .
  • The initiative has since expanded internationally to inspire young people to become changemakers for their schools and communities.
  • The Youth Challenge demonstrates the eagerness of young people to make lasting change in their schools and classrooms.

Scholastic Appoints Alix Guerrier and Kaya Henderson to its Board of Directors

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torsdag, mars 21, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scholastic (NASDAQ: SCHL), the global children's publishing, education and media company, today announced that Alix Guerrier and Kaya Henderson were appointed to its board of directors (the "Board") as independent directors, effective March 20, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scholastic (NASDAQ: SCHL), the global children's publishing, education and media company, today announced that Alix Guerrier and Kaya Henderson were appointed to its board of directors (the "Board") as independent directors, effective March 20, 2024.
  • Mr. Guerrier contributes over 20 years of experience in the education sector including as a teacher and an educational technology entrepreneur.
  • Ms. Henderson currently serves as Chief Executive Officer of Reconstruction US, a technology company she co-founded and launched in April 2020.
  • Before serving in her current role, Ms. Henderson served as Principal for her consulting company, Kaya Henderson Consulting.