International Baccalaureate

Toronto’s Branksome Hall Receives Historic $5-Million Gift

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måndag, maj 6, 2024

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Toronto, ON, May 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Branksome Hall , one of Toronto's leading girls’ schools, has received a record-breaking $5-million gift.

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Toronto, ON, May 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Branksome Hall , one of Toronto's leading girls’ schools, has received a record-breaking $5-million gift.
This transformative donation serves as both a recognition of Jurjevich's leadership at Branksome Hall and a substantial investment in the school’s new Innovation Centre and Studio Theatre (iCAST).
This first-of-its-kind facility will prepare Branksome Hall students for top careers in entrepreneurship, STEM and the Arts.
“We are deeply grateful for this historic donation in support of girls' education at Branksome Hall," says Mona Malone, Board Chair, Branksome Hall.

Former Superintendent of the Year Joins Abl's Advisory Board

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onsdag, maj 8, 2024

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SAN FRANCISCO, May 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Abl, a software company which empowers educators and students to tackle inefficient and inequitable academic pathways through strategic scheduling, is delighted to welcome Dr. Susan Enfield, the former Superintendent of Washoe County Schools, as the newest member of its esteemed Advisory Board.

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Strategic scheduling software company, Abl, announces the appointment of former Washoe County Schools Superintendent Dr. Susan Enfield to its Advisory Board.
Joining former award-winning superintendents , Dr. Enfield brings over two decades of district leadership experience, including serving as Chief Academic Officer and Interim Superintendent for Seattle Public Schools.
She was named the 2022 Washington State Superintendent of the Year by the Washington Association of School Administrators, and the 2018 Superintendent of the Year by the National School Foundation Association.
"I am honored to join this esteemed advisory board and contribute to the crucial mission of expanding student access to advanced courses and postsecondary opportunities by joining Abl's board," said Dr. Susan Enfield.

U.S. News Announces 2024 Best High Schools Rankings

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tisdag, april 23, 2024

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WASHINGTON, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in education rankings, today announced the 2024 Best High Schools rankings. The rankings evaluate nearly 18,000 eligible public high schools at the national, state and local level.

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WASHINGTON, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in education rankings, today announced the 2024 Best High Schools rankings.
The rankings evaluate nearly 18,000 eligible public high schools at the national, state and local level.
"The 2024 Best High Schools rankings offer a starting point for parents to understand a school's academic performance, whether it's a prospective school or one that their child is already attending," says LaMont Jones, Ed.D., managing editor of education at U.S. News.
The highest ranked public schools in the 2024 Best High Schools national rankings are those with students who achieved exceptional scores on state assessments for math, reading and science.

Waldo International School Students Achieve Top Honors in Prestigious Competitions

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måndag, april 15, 2024

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JERSEY CITY, N.J., April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Waldo International School, a leader in personalized education and innovation, announced today the exceptional achievements of its students, Rachel Xin and Jahzara Martina Pacurar, who have recently attained remarkable success in international and national competitions.

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JERSEY CITY, N.J., April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Waldo International School, a leader in personalized education and innovation, announced today the exceptional achievements of its students, Rachel Xin and Jahzara Martina Pacurar, who have recently attained remarkable success in international and national competitions.
Rachel Xin, a brilliant second-grade student at Waldo International School, showcased her extraordinary musical talent at the Young Maestro International Competition, earning the prestigious title of The Highest Level Finalist.
Waldo International School remains dedicated to offering a personalized and innovative educational experience to students from preschool through 8th grade.
For more information about Waldo International School and its programs, visit https://waldoschool.com or follow the school on Instagram @thewaldoschool and LinkedIn at World of ABC, The Waldo School.

Tutors International Reveals the Most Popular Educational Curricula for UHNW Families Embracing Global Education

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tisdag, april 9, 2024

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OXFORD, England, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The world is more interconnected than ever, and Ultra-High-Net-Worth (UHNW) families are setting their sights on education systems that offer more than just traditional learning.

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UHNW families often prioritise education curricula that offer flexibility, high academic standards, and global recognition.
International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE): The IGCSE is a globally recognised qualification offered by Cambridge Assessment International Education and other examination boards.
Recognising the limitations of traditional schooling in meeting the dynamic needs of UHNW families, Tutors International provides a flexible alternative through private home tutoring.
With a network of highly qualified private tutors, Tutors International ensures a seamless educational experience that is both academically rigorous and globally oriented.

Tutors International Reveals the Most Popular Educational Curricula for UHNW Families Embracing Global Education

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tisdag, april 9, 2024

OXFORD, England, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The world is more interconnected than ever, and Ultra-High-Net-Worth (UHNW) families are setting their sights on education systems that offer more than just traditional learning.

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UHNW families often prioritise education curricula that offer flexibility, high academic standards, and global recognition.
International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE): The IGCSE is a globally recognised qualification offered by Cambridge Assessment International Education and other examination boards.
Recognising the limitations of traditional schooling in meeting the dynamic needs of UHNW families, Tutors International provides a flexible alternative through private home tutoring.
With a network of highly qualified private tutors, Tutors International ensures a seamless educational experience that is both academically rigorous and globally oriented.

A Majority of Grade 9-12 Public Schools Rate Themselves Favorably on Preparing Students for College

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tisdag, mars 19, 2024

WASHINGTON, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A majority of public schools offering any of grades 9 or above (9-12 schools) say they do a "good," "very good," or "excellent" job preparing students for college (77 percent) and the workforce (86 percent), according to new data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), the statistical center within the U.S. Department of Education's Institute of Education Sciences (IES). For college preparation, 47 percent of schools overall rated themselves as doing a "very good" or "excellent" job, whereas the percentage was lower for schools in high-poverty neighborhoods and schools with fewer than 300 students (30 percent each), and higher for schools that enroll 1,000 or more students (74 percent).

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"This latest report provides valuable insights on how schools rate their own work preparing students for college and the workforce," said NCES Commissioner Peggy G. Carr.
"One noteworthy finding is that a lower percentage of schools in high-poverty neighborhoods give themselves the highest marks, 'excellent' or 'very good,' in preparing students for college, when compared with the national population of schools.
The new NCES data also provide insights into the availability of advanced coursework in public schools.
In addition to data on advanced coursework offerings, this month's collection explored the availability of independent world language courses taught in K-12 public schools.

Equal Opportunity Schools Teams up with Intentional Futures to Release Game-Changing, Mission-Driven AI Use Case Rubric

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onsdag, februari 28, 2024

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SEATTLE, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Equal Opportunity Schools (EOS), a leading education-focused nonprofit organization, is thrilled to announce its strategic collaboration with Intentional Futures, a renowned design and innovation consultancy, to launch the groundbreaking Mission-Driven AI Use Case Rubric.

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The Mission-Driven AI Use Case Rubric is a comprehensive framework designed specifically for nonprofits, educational institutions and edtech companies seeking to harness AI's potential to drive long-lasting impact.
This rubric equips organizations with the ability to integrate and scale AI into their work while holding these considerations at the core.
The education team at Intentional Futures, renowned for their expertise in designing human-centered solutions and guiding organizations towards responsible innovation, shared this about their team's critical role in developing the rubric.
Key features of the Mission-Driven AI Use Case Rubric include:
Ethical Considerations: Assessing the impact of AI use cases on student privacy, data security, and potential biases
For more information about the Mission-Driven AI Use Case Rubric and the partnership between Equal Opportunity Schools and Intentional Futures, please visit www.eoschools.org or follow EOS on LinkedIn .

GreatSchools.org and International Baccalaureate partner to connect families with global education curriculum

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torsdag, februari 22, 2024

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OAKLAND, Calif., Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As parents continue to seek high quality education opportunities, connecting them with enriching programs that challenge their child to think critically and foster a love for learning is essential. Education nonprofit GreatSchools.org today announced a new data partnership with the International Baccalaureate® (IB) to do just that, connecting parents directly with the global education program.

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Education nonprofit GreatSchools.org today announced a new data partnership with the International Baccalaureate ® (IB) to do just that, connecting parents directly with the global education program.
With over 5,000 IB World Schools (IBWS) worldwide, the IB offers a continuum of international education through four challenging, high quality educational programmes to students aged 3 to 19.
"Partnering with the International Baccalaureate allows us to seamlessly connect the millions of U.S. parents who visit GreatSchools.org each year to a global leader in education that enables students to succeed in and out of the classroom."
Together, we are opening doors to a global education that prepares students to thrive in our increasingly complex world."

Rainbow PUSH Coalition Formally Installed Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III as President and CEO

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tisdag, februari 6, 2024

DALLAS, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On the first day of Black History Month, Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III was formally installed as the President and CEO of Rainbow PUSH Coalition on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at 7 PM at the Black Academy of Arts and Letters. The sold-out installation event featured VIP program participants and attendees from all over the country, including Roland Martin, Rev. Al Sharpton (NAN), Shavonne Arline-Bradley (NCNW), Dr. Michael Sorrell, Dr. Amos Brown, and Dr. Ron Daniels, among others. Tashara Parker, 4X Emmy award-winning journalist, served as the mistress of ceremonies. A livestream is available to watch on YouTube, courtesy of Roland Martin Unfiltered, a Black-owned media network. Both the installation ceremony and the President's Inaugural Social Justice Conference were presented by Sound Design Studios, a Dallas-based Black-owned production company.

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DALLAS, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On the first day of Black History Month, Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III was formally installed as the President and CEO of Rainbow PUSH Coalition on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at 7 PM at the Black Academy of Arts and Letters.
Both the installation ceremony and the President's Inaugural Social Justice Conference were presented by Sound Design Studios, a Dallas-based Black-owned production company.
Sharpton, however, explicitly called out the issues at hand, connecting the Civil Rights Movement to Dr. Haynes' existing work as a social justice pastor.
The day after the installation, Friday, February 2, 2024, Rainbow PUSH Coalition hosted the President's Inaugural Social Justice Conference from 9 AM - 4:30 PM at Paul Quinn College.