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STAAR Surgical to Report Second Quarter Results on July 31, 2019

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Wednesday, July 10, 2019
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STAAR Surgical Company (NASDAQ: STAA), a leading developer, manufacturer and marketer of implantable lenses and companion delivery systems for the eye, today announced that it will release financial results for the second quarter ended June 28, 2019 on Wednesday, July 31, 2019 after the market close.

Key Points: 
  • STAAR Surgical Company (NASDAQ: STAA), a leading developer, manufacturer and marketer of implantable lenses and companion delivery systems for the eye, today announced that it will release financial results for the second quarter ended June 28, 2019 on Wednesday, July 31, 2019 after the market close.
  • STAAR will host a conference call and webcast on Wednesday, July 31 at 4:30 p.m. Eastern / 1:30 p.m. Pacific to discuss its financial results and operational progress.
  • To access the conference call (Conference ID 7270219), please dial 855-765-5684 for domestic participants and 262-912-6252 for international participants.
  • The live webcast can be accessed from the investor relations section of the STAAR website at www.staar.com .

Texas Online Preparatory School to Hold Commencement Ceremony on June 8

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Friday, June 7, 2019
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Texas Online Preparatory School (TOPS) will celebrate the 197 members of the Class of 2019 at an in-person commencement on Saturday, June 8 in Fort Worth.

Key Points: 
  • Texas Online Preparatory School (TOPS) will celebrate the 197 members of the Class of 2019 at an in-person commencement on Saturday, June 8 in Fort Worth.
  • We are so proud of the Class of 2019, and all they have accomplished, said TOPS head of school Forrest Smith.
  • To attend TOPS, students must have met a minimum passing standard on the previous years STAAR scores, have satisfactory attendance during the prior school year, show proof of Texas public school enrollment and (for high school students) be on track to graduate.
  • Details of the ceremony are as follows:
    Texas Online Preparatory School (TOPS) is a full-time online public school program of the Huntsville Independent School District serving students statewide in grades 3-12.

Houston ISD Names Sirius Education Solutions as an Approved Vendor for STAAR Preparation Materials

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Thursday, May 16, 2019
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AUSTIN, Texas, May 16, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Houston Independent School District (HISD) has announced that Sirius Education Solutions is an approved vendor for their line of STAAR test prep workbooks and related STAAR prep materials.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, May 16, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Houston Independent School District (HISD) has announced that Sirius Education Solutions is an approved vendor for their line of STAAR test prep workbooks and related STAAR prep materials.
  • "We are thrilled to be an approved HISD vendor," said Andrew Roberts, President, Sirius Education Solutions.
  • Our mission is to help all students, from those who struggle to those who excel, reach potential on STAAR testing.
  • Sirius Education Solutions is a Texas-based company of former educators who know how important STAAR test results are to students, teachers, schools, and districts.

ECS Learning Systems Secures Fiftieth National Award for PREPWORKS and PREPWORKS Powered Solutions

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Tuesday, April 16, 2019
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For 2019, ECS Learning Systems won a Best Educational Software Awards (BESSIE) for PREPWORKS Algebra 1 (CCSS), STAAR MASTER Digital Algebra 1, PREPWORKS Civics and PREPWORKS Geometry, PREPWORKS SAT and PREPWORKS ACT.

Key Points: 
  • For 2019, ECS Learning Systems won a Best Educational Software Awards (BESSIE) for PREPWORKS Algebra 1 (CCSS), STAAR MASTER Digital Algebra 1, PREPWORKS Civics and PREPWORKS Geometry, PREPWORKS SAT and PREPWORKS ACT.
  • STAAR MASTER Digital is the first new product from ECS Learning Systems built on the PREPWORKS platform and progresses our Age-Appropriate Blended Learning strategy.
  • It is also backed by our industry leading Score Guarantees, said David Cumberbatch, CEO of ECS Learning Systems.
  • Through its brands, STAAR MASTER , TESTSMART , NOVEL UNITS and PREPWORKS , ECS Learning Systems offers a diverse portfolio of high quality supplementary educational products.

STAAR Surgical to Report First Quarter Results on May 1, 2019

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Tuesday, April 9, 2019
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STAAR Surgical Company (NASDAQ: STAA), a leading developer, manufacturer and marketer of implantable lenses and companion delivery systems for the eye, today announced that it will release financial results for the first quarter ended March 29, 2019 on Wednesday, May 1, 2019 after the market close.

Key Points: 
  • STAAR Surgical Company (NASDAQ: STAA), a leading developer, manufacturer and marketer of implantable lenses and companion delivery systems for the eye, today announced that it will release financial results for the first quarter ended March 29, 2019 on Wednesday, May 1, 2019 after the market close.
  • STAAR will host a conference call and webcast on Wednesday, May 1 at 4:30 p.m. Eastern / 1:30 p.m. Pacific to discuss its financial results and operational progress.
  • To access the conference call (Conference ID 2299537), please dial 855-765-5684 for domestic participants and 262-912-6252 for international participants.
  • The live webcast can be accessed from the investor relations section of the STAAR website at www.staar.com .

Houston Area McDonald's Restaurants To Give Students And Teachers Free Breakfast To Kick Off STAAR Testing On April 9

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Friday, April 5, 2019
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HOUSTON, April 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --On Tuesday, April 9, from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m., Houston area McDonald's restaurants willprovide free breakfast to students taking the STAAR (State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness) test and their teachers.

Key Points: 
  • HOUSTON, April 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --On Tuesday, April 9, from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m., Houston area McDonald's restaurants willprovide free breakfast to students taking the STAAR (State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness) test and their teachers.
  • "We are proud to offer a nutritious breakfast to both teachers and students to ensure everyone is ready to do their best during STAAR testing."
  • Houston Area McDonald's restaurants are also offering the same free breakfast to teachers grades threethrough eight with a valid school I.D.
  • The McDonald's Greater Houston Owner/Operators Association (GHOA) is a co-operative of local business owners who own and operate more than 300 McDonald's restaurants in Greater Houston.

McDonald's Of North Texas Offers Students And Teachers Free Breakfast April 9

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Tuesday, April 2, 2019
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Teachers can also receive the free breakfast offer with proof of a valid school identification card.

Key Points: 
  • Teachers can also receive the free breakfast offer with proof of a valid school identification card.
  • In 2018, over 20,700 breakfasts were given to students and teachers averaging 63 per restaurant, as a part of the STAAR Free Breakfast program.
  • McDonald's of North Texas consists of 363 restaurants throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth and Tyler areas.
  • Before visiting the restaurant for STAAR Free Breakfast on April 9, students and teachers in participating markets are encouraged to check with their local McDonald's for final details.

ECS Learning Systems Expands Award-Winning PREPWORKS Line of Adaptive Learning Solutions into California

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Tuesday, March 12, 2019
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ECS Learning Systems , the leading Integrated Standards Prep company, announced today that ProLearning Source , an independent representative firm focused on providing high-quality education programs and services for K through 12 schools and districts in California, will be ECS Learning Systems distributor of PREPWORKS in California.

Key Points: 
  • ECS Learning Systems , the leading Integrated Standards Prep company, announced today that ProLearning Source , an independent representative firm focused on providing high-quality education programs and services for K through 12 schools and districts in California, will be ECS Learning Systems distributor of PREPWORKS in California.
  • California presents a perfect fit for ECS and PREPWORKS as we continue to expand our award-winning, state-of-the-art solutions into more states across the US, said David Cumberbatch, CEO of ECS Learning Systems.
  • PREPWORKS texts for math and reading are available in California for grades 3 through 8 and for grades 6 through 12, PREPWORKS continues to offer fully digital adaptive learning solutions for PSAT, SAT, ACT, Algebra, and Geometry.
  • Through its brands, STAAR MASTER , TESTSMART , NOVEL UNITS and PREPWORKS , ECS Learning Systems offers a diverse portfolio of high quality supplementary educational products.

STAAR Surgical Announces Strategic Cooperation Agreement with Vista Oftalmólogos

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Thursday, February 28, 2019
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STAAR Surgical Company (NASDAQ: STAA), a leading developer, manufacturer and marketer of implantable lenses and companion delivery systems for the eye, today announced a Strategic Cooperation Agreement with Vista Oftalmlogos, a 49-clinic ophthalmology group spanning Spain, France, Portugal and Morocco with more than 200 eye doctors and 1,000 employees.

Key Points: 
  • STAAR Surgical Company (NASDAQ: STAA), a leading developer, manufacturer and marketer of implantable lenses and companion delivery systems for the eye, today announced a Strategic Cooperation Agreement with Vista Oftalmlogos, a 49-clinic ophthalmology group spanning Spain, France, Portugal and Morocco with more than 200 eye doctors and 1,000 employees.
  • This new strategic cooperation agreement with STAAR elevates the importance of the ICL in providing our patients a safe quick vision correction procedure with unmatched levels of patient satisfaction.
  • The central hole of the EVO lens allows for the eyes natural nourishing aqueous flow and a single surgical procedure.
  • The STAAR team looks forward to working closely with Vista Oftalmlogos on certifying surgeons, patient education and marketing to facilitate broader awareness and use of the ICL.

STAAR Surgical to Report Fourth Quarter Results on February 21, 2019

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Thursday, February 7, 2019
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STAAR Surgical Company (NASDAQ: STAA), a leading developer, manufacturer and marketer of implantable lenses and companion delivery systems for the eye, today announced that it will release financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 28, 2018 on Thursday, February 21, 2019 after the market close.

Key Points: 
  • STAAR Surgical Company (NASDAQ: STAA), a leading developer, manufacturer and marketer of implantable lenses and companion delivery systems for the eye, today announced that it will release financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 28, 2018 on Thursday, February 21, 2019 after the market close.
  • STAAR will host a conference call and webcast on Thursday, February 21 at 4:30 p.m. Eastern / 1:30 p.m. Pacific to discuss its financial results and operational progress.
  • To access the conference call (Conference ID 2888737), please dial 855-765-5684 for domestic participants and 262-912-6252 for international participants.
  • The live webcast can be accessed from the investor relations section of the STAAR website at www.staar.com .