Literacy

Comerica Bank Detroit Lions First Down Program Enters Fifth Year Supporting Community Partners

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Friday, September 10, 2021

For the fifth-straight year, Comerica Bank and the Detroit Lions will collaborate to ensure first downs at Ford Field this season stretch well beyond 10 yards.

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  • For the fifth-straight year, Comerica Bank and the Detroit Lions will collaborate to ensure first downs at Ford Field this season stretch well beyond 10 yards.
  • Each Lions first down gained this season at Ford Field will translate to $100 that will aid one of eight community partners through the Comerica Bank Lions First Down partnership.
  • For the Lions' 2021 opening home game vs. San Francisco, the Comerica Bank Lions First Down Program will benefit the Detroit Police Athletic League .
  • The eight community partners benefitting from this year's Comerica Bank Lions First Down Program include:

George H.W. Bush Coin and Chronicles Set Available on September 17

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Friday, September 10, 2021

WASHINGTON, Sept. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The United States Mint (Mint) will begin accepting orders for the Coin and Chronicles SetGeorge H.W.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The United States Mint (Mint) will begin accepting orders for the Coin and Chronicles SetGeorge H.W.
  • Bush $1 Reverse Proof Coin was designed by United States Mint Artistic Infusion Program (AIP) Designer Elana Hagler and sculpted by Chief Engraver Joseph Menna.
  • Bush Coin and Chronicles Set is priced at $120.
  • Additional products honoring President George H. W. Bush and First Lady Barbara Bush are available at https://catalog.usmint.gov/coins/coin-programs/bush-presidential-coins/ .

RWS Financial Group Announces Partnership With the Association of Financial Educators to Offer Companies Free Fiscal Wellness Workshops

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Friday, September 10, 2021

Recognizing this, nationally trusted retirement and wealth strategies firm, RWS Financial Group , is partnering with the Association of Financial Educators (AFE) to offer free workshops throughout the state of Michigan and northwest Ohio to help employees get back on their best financial footing.

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  • Recognizing this, nationally trusted retirement and wealth strategies firm, RWS Financial Group , is partnering with the Association of Financial Educators (AFE) to offer free workshops throughout the state of Michigan and northwest Ohio to help employees get back on their best financial footing.
  • AFE is also the top leader in providing free educational workshops to companies of all sizes throughout North America.
  • RWS Financial Group has been helping clients across the nation with their investment objectives, planning needs, and portfolio design since 1985.
  • Association of Financial Educators, RWS Financial Group, LLC and Cambridge are not affiliated.

A-Street Ventures Makes Debut Investment in Teaching Strategies

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Thursday, September 9, 2021

The minority investment is being made alongside KKR's agreement to acquire Teaching Strategies from Summit Partners, which was announced in July.

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  • The minority investment is being made alongside KKR's agreement to acquire Teaching Strategies from Summit Partners, which was announced in July.
  • Teaching Strategies connects educators, children and families to inspired teaching and learning experiences through its early learning platform.
  • Teaching Strategies employs a whole-child teaching philosophy designed to support and nurture all areas of children's development and learning, from social-emotional and cognitive skills to literacy, math and science.
  • Today, Teaching Strategies connects teachers, children and families to inspired teaching and learning experiences, informative data, stronger family partnerships, and professional learning through the leading early learning platform.

Fennec Pharmaceuticals to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conferences

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Thursday, September 9, 2021

ET) and one-on-one meetings

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  • ET) and one-on-one meetings
    For additional information, please visit the investor relations section of the Companys website at:
    Fennec Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on the development of PEDMARK for the prevention of platinum-induced ototoxicity in pediatric patients.
  • Unfortunately, platinum-based therapies cause ototoxicity, or hearing loss, which is permanent, irreversible and particularly harmful to the survivors of pediatric cancer.
  • Fennec disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements except as required by law.
  • For a more detailed discussion of related risk factors, please refer to our public filings available at www.sec.gov and www.sedar.com .

Lancôme Announces Write Her Future Scholarship Fund At NAACP In Partnership With ACT-SO

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Wednesday, September 8, 2021

The Write Her Future Scholarship Fund at NAACP in partnership with ACT-SO builds on the brand's global commitment to empower women by giving them access to literacy, mentoring and entrepreneurship courses.

Key Points: 
  • The Write Her Future Scholarship Fund at NAACP in partnership with ACT-SO builds on the brand's global commitment to empower women by giving them access to literacy, mentoring and entrepreneurship courses.
  • Lancme is proud to partner with them to helpmake sure every young woman is given theopportunity to write her future.
  • "We are thrilled to partner with Lancmeon the Write Her Future Scholarship Fund," said NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson.
  • In partnership with the NGO CARE, Lancme has launched its global philanthropic program Write Her Future.

Walden University Launches Mini Community Libraries

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Wednesday, September 8, 2021

MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Walden University is continuing its Mobilize for Good initiative by launching Walden Community Libraries, which facilitate free neighborhood book exchanges through mini libraries.

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Walden University is continuing its Mobilize for Good initiative by launching Walden Community Libraries, which facilitate free neighborhood book exchanges through mini libraries.
  • In addition to community members being able to take and leave books, Walden is stocking the mini libraries with books that have a special focus on diversity, equity and inclusion, promoting authors and literary characters from diverse backgrounds.
  • "At Walden University, our hope is that these community libraries will be a catalyst for others to join us to help improve education for all students.
  • To celebrate International Literacy Day, Walden's first mini community library is stationed at Beechfield Elementary Middle School in Baltimore, Maryland.

Bigo Live Celebrates International Literacy Day with Educational Discussions to Raise Awareness on an International Level

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Wednesday, September 8, 2021

Additionally, Bigo Live will donate $10,000 to a literacy organization to help end illiteracy and provide equal learning opportunities and access to every child.

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  • Additionally, Bigo Live will donate $10,000 to a literacy organization to help end illiteracy and provide equal learning opportunities and access to every child.
  • "Our mission at Bigo Live is to create an inclusive platform that serves not only as entertainment, but also educational."
  • Bigo Live has around 400 million users in over 150 countries and is currently the market leader in the live streaming industry.
  • Launched in March 2016, Bigo Live is owned by BIGO Technology, which is based in Singapore.

Westchester Publishing Services Receives Benetech Accreditation

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Wednesday, September 8, 2021

"Obtaining Benetech accreditation is a significant achievement that demonstrates Westchester Publishing Services' ongoing commitment to our clients," stated Tyler M. Carey, Chief Revenue Officer.

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  • "Obtaining Benetech accreditation is a significant achievement that demonstrates Westchester Publishing Services' ongoing commitment to our clients," stated Tyler M. Carey, Chief Revenue Officer.
  • To learn more about the digital conversion capabilities that Westchester Publishing Services offers, please visit: https://www.westchesterpublishingservices.com/composition-services/epubs...
    To learn more about Benetech's Global Certified Accessible Program visit: http://bornaccessible.benetech.org
    Founded in 1969, Westchester Publishing Services is the only US employee-owned company concentrating in editorial, composition, design, and digital conversion services.
  • In 2017, Westchester Publishing Services launched a new division, Westchester Education Services, based in Dayton, Ohio, to serve the needs of educational publishers.
  • In 2018, Westchester Publishing Services launched Westchester Publishing Services UK, based in Stratford upon Avon, to provide added services for publishers in the UK, and Europe.

Lancôme Announces Write Her Future Scholarship Fund At NAACP In Partnership With ACT-SO

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, September 8, 2021

The Write Her Future Scholarship Fund at NAACP in partnership with ACT-SO builds on the brand's global commitment to empower women by giving them access to literacy, mentoring and entrepreneurship courses.

Key Points: 
  • The Write Her Future Scholarship Fund at NAACP in partnership with ACT-SO builds on the brand's global commitment to empower women by giving them access to literacy, mentoring and entrepreneurship courses.
  • Lancme is proud to partner with them to helpmake sure every young woman is given theopportunity to write her future.
  • "We are thrilled to partner with Lancmeon the Write Her Future Scholarship Fund," said NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson.
  • In partnership with the NGO CARE, Lancme has launched its global philanthropic program Write Her Future.