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Available for Media Interviews: The New Digital SAT® Launches March 9. Kaplan Experts Can Provide Answers to Top Questions.

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

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Shorter Reading Passages: The digital SAT will feature shorter reading passages, which will be easier and faster to read and analyze, with only one question tied to each passage.

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Shorter Reading Passages: The digital SAT will feature shorter reading passages, which will be easier and faster to read and analyze, with only one question tied to each passage.
Adaptive: The Verbal and Math sections of the digital SAT will contain two modules.
“Kaplan believes these changes are student-friendly and have the potential to provide test takers with a more streamlined, less stressful experience, compared to the old exam.
It remains a rigorous test, so students should prepare accordingly,” said Heather Waite, director of college admissions programs, Kaplan.

Join the Future of Education: Insight PA Cyber Charter School Now Enrolling for 2024-2025 School Year

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Enrollment is now open at Insight PA Cyber Charter School (Insight PA) for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year.

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Enrollment is now open at Insight PA Cyber Charter School (Insight PA) for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year.
Prospective students and their families are invited to join the full-time, online public charter school’s dynamic learning community that comes at no cost to families.
Insight PA provides an educational experience that is tailored to each child’s needs.
The online school also offers dedicated support through counselors and specialists, to ensure both students and families receive one-on-one guidance when needed.

Enrollment at Florida Cyber Charter Academy Now Open For 2024-2025 School Year

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

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Enrollment is now open at Florida Cyber Charter Academy (FLCCA) for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year.

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Enrollment is now open at Florida Cyber Charter Academy (FLCCA) for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year.
Prospective students and their families are invited to join the full-time, online public school’s innovative learning community that comes at no cost to families throughout Florida.
Serving students in grades K-12, FLCCA offers students an education option designed to help them reach their full potential.
For more information and to enroll, please visit Florida Cyber Charter Academy .

Curriculum Associates' i-Ready® Classroom Mathematics ©2024 Program Receives Perfect Score from EdReports

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Friday, March 8, 2024

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NORTH BILLERICA, Mass., March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Curriculum Associates' i-Ready Classroom Mathematics ©2024 for Grades K–8 has received a perfect score from EdReports, an independent nonprofit that conducts evidence-based reviews of instructional materials. This designation sets i-Ready Classroom Mathematics ©2024 apart as the first Grades K–8 mathematics program to receive a perfect score.

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i-Ready Classroom Mathematics ©2024 becomes the first mathematics program to receive a perfect EdReports score for all Grades K–8.
NORTH BILLERICA, Mass., March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Curriculum Associates' i-Ready Classroom Mathematics ©2024 for Grades K–8 has received a perfect score from EdReports, an independent nonprofit that conducts evidence-based reviews of instructional materials.
This designation sets i-Ready Classroom Mathematics ©2024 apart as the first Grades K–8 mathematics program to receive a perfect score.
i-Ready Classroom Mathematics ©2024 was designed to provide educators with a student-centered, core mathematics curriculum to support student growth.

ESET Announces Ninth Annual Women in Cybersecurity Scholarship in North America

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Friday, March 8, 2024

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SAN DIEGO and TORONTO, March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As the global community reflects on the importance of amplifying women's voices and the demand for better representation in all fields on this International Women's Day, global cybersecurity leader, ESET, is kicking off its ninth annual Women in Cybersecurity Scholarship.

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"Each year, we support and empower women through the ESET Women in Cybersecurity Scholarship, enabling them to pursue their passions in cybersecurity and STEM.
While the participation of women in the field is on the rise, there is significant progress yet to be made in fostering a more inclusive cybersecurity community.
ESET will be awarding two women in the United States scholarships worth $10,000 USD each, and two women in Canada scholarships worth $5,000 CAD each.
ESET will award scholarships to four women who are currently enrolled in graduate or undergraduate programs in North America, majoring in a STEM field of study.

Texas Students to Hear from NASA Astronaut Aboard Space Station

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

WASHINGTON, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The San Antonio River Authority and students from the Advanced Learning Academy in San Antonio, Texas, will have an opportunity Friday, March 8, to hear from NASA astronaut Loral O'Hara aboard the International Space Station.

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WASHINGTON, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The San Antonio River Authority and students from the Advanced Learning Academy in San Antonio, Texas, will have an opportunity Friday, March 8, to hear from NASA astronaut Loral O'Hara aboard the International Space Station.
The space to Earth call will air live at 12:30 p.m. EST March 8, on NASA+ , NASA Television, the NASA app , and the agency's website .
Astronauts living in space aboard the orbiting laboratory communicate with NASA's Mission Control Center in Houston 24 hours a day through the Space Communications and Navigation ( SCaN ) Near Space Network.
Important research and technology investigations taking place aboard the International Space Station benefits people on Earth and lays the groundwork for future exploration.

PITBULL TO TAKE THE STAGE AT POSSIBLE WITH IHEARTMEDIA

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

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NEW YORK, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Beyond Ordinary Events, Inc. and POSSIBLE, the premier marquee marketing event, today announced that Armando Christian Pérez, better known as Pitbull, will take the stage on April 16 for a candid interview with Bob Pittman, Chairman and CEO of audio powerhouse iHeartMedia.

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With billions of audio streams, video views, and hundreds of gold and platinum certifications, Pitbull has one of the most impressive careers in music history.
"It's an honor to have Miami's own Pitbull join us at POSSIBLE.
With Pitbull this year we continue our very successful and broad partnership with iHeartMedia from last year and there is still more to come," said Christian Muche, CEO and Co-Founder of Beyond Ordinary Events & POSSIBLE.
POSSIBLE will present 14 tracks of curated content, masterclasses, workshops, an exposition, an outside activation area, VIP networking, and entertainment.

Road to Workplace Equality Still Steep But Employers Making Gains Through Initiative, Innovation

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

The " World of Work Outlook for Women in 2024 " finds less than half (41%) of employers report attaining full gender equity.

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The " World of Work Outlook for Women in 2024 " finds less than half (41%) of employers report attaining full gender equity.
"In a world of talent shortages, we need everyone contributing to employment in a meaningful way.
Bringing women into the workforce with an equal playing field is an economic imperative, not a nice-to-have," said Becky Frankiewicz, ManpowerGroup Chief Commercial Officer.
The data draws on ManpowerGroup's 2024 Q2 Employment Outlook Survey of more than 40,000 employers in 42 countries, along with additional proprietary sources.

TouchMath Introduces Innovative Solutions to Increase Math Accessibility and Dyscalculia Advocacy, Empowering Students and Teachers

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- TouchMath, a multisensory math program that makes learning crucial mathematical concepts accessible and clear for students who struggle to understand grade-level content, announces the launch of TouchMath Extend and Dyscalculia Extension. These groundbreaking solutions aim to bridge mathematical gaps and advance dyscalculia advocacy. Coinciding with two significant milestones, International Dyscalculia Day (March 3rd) and the 50th anniversary of the term 'Developmental Dyscalculia,' coined in March 1974, TouchMath reaffirms its commitment to providing essential resources and support to students experiencing mathematical barriers.

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Through these innovative solutions, we aim to not only raise awareness but also provide concrete assistance, empowering students to overcome mathematical challenges.
However, only about 15% of students have been screened for dyscalculia, while 40% of math teachers report students performing below grade level.
"TouchMath Extend and Dyscalculia Extension fill this void, offering comprehensive solutions to support students struggling with math."
TouchMath Extend Overview: TouchMath Extend is an innovative multisensory extended school year, summer school, and ongoing math intervention solution designed to transform math learning.

Announcing the launch of "Sony Women in Technology Award with Nature"

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

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TOKYO and NEW YORK and LONDON and BERLIN, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Group Corporation (Sony) and Nature have partnered to launch the "Sony Women in Technology Award with Nature." The inaugural award, open for applications from today, will recognize three outstanding early to mid-career women researchers in technology (including science, engineering and mathematics) whose work is driving positive impact on society and the planet.

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TOKYO and NEW YORK and LONDON and BERLIN, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Group Corporation (Sony) and Nature have partnered to launch the "Sony Women in Technology Award with Nature."
With women comprising less than a third of technology roles in the global workforce, Sony and Nature will use this award to champion promising women researchers during crucial phases in their research and career development.
Comment from Hiroaki Kitano, Senior Executive Vice President and CTO, Sony Group Corporation
"At Sony, we build technology for creators.
We are excited to launch the "Sony Women in Technology Award with Nature" to support outstanding female researchers at a critical stage in their careers and delighted to work with Nature on this important initiative.