Alternative education

Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Reignites Its Commitment To Inspiring Youth Through Mentorship During Its National "Bigger Together" Conference

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Monday, June 28, 2021
Mentorships, Alternative education, Education, Human activities, Human behavior, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Youth mentoring, MENTOR, Big Sister, Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada

"This year's conference marks an exciting milestone for Big Brothers Big Sisters, as we focus on how we can further amplify our purpose which is, and always has been, to ensure all kids reach their full potential," said Artis Stevens, President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.

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  • "This year's conference marks an exciting milestone for Big Brothers Big Sisters, as we focus on how we can further amplify our purpose which is, and always has been, to ensure all kids reach their full potential," said Artis Stevens, President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.
  • Founded in 1904, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is the largest and most experienced youth mentoring organization inthe United States.
  • The mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters has over 230 local agencies serving more than 5,000 communities across all 50 states.

Ohana One International Virtual Surgical Sight Program Utilizing Vuzix Smart Glasses Now Live in 35 Countries Worldwide

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Friday, June 25, 2021
Human–computer interaction, Technology, Mixed reality, Multimodal interaction, Human behavior, Alternative education, Display technology, Eyewear, Vuzix, Smartglasses, MENTOR, Glasses

The first cohort consisted of 50 surgical teams consisting of mentor and mentee pairs that spanned across 5 continents and 35 developing countries.

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  • The first cohort consisted of 50 surgical teams consisting of mentor and mentee pairs that spanned across 5 continents and 35 developing countries.
  • The surgical mentee can share his or her surgical field directly with the mentor, and the mentor sees what the mentee is seeing live in real-time using the specialized Help Lightning smart glasses software.
  • Our work is not limited to single mission trips, but to establishing long-term sustainable surgical training programs utilizing mentor relationships and advanced technology, including smart glasses through our Surgical Sight program.
  • Forward looking statements contained in this release relate to Vuzix Smart Glasses, our business relationship with the Ohana One, future success of their Surgical Sight program, and among other things the Company's leadership in the Smart Glasses and AR display industry.

Modern Campus Acquires Presence, Leading Campus Engagement and Learning Platform

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Thursday, June 24, 2021
Education, Articles, Educational technology, Human behavior, Alternative education, Educational software, Technical communication, Virtual learning environment, Virtual campus

TORONTO and SAINT PETERSBURG, Fla., June 24, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Modern Campus , the industry's leading modern learner engagement platform , today announced the acquisition of Presence , a premiere campus engagement and learning platform for higher education institutions.

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  • TORONTO and SAINT PETERSBURG, Fla., June 24, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Modern Campus , the industry's leading modern learner engagement platform , today announced the acquisition of Presence , a premiere campus engagement and learning platform for higher education institutions.
  • Presence is highly complementary with Modern Campus Omni CMS , Modern Campus Destiny One and newly acquired DIGARC products.
  • Adding Presence to the Modern Campus modern learner engagement platform is a perfect match."
  • Modern Campus , with the industry's leading modern learner engagement platform , empowers higher education institutions to thrive when radical change is required to successfully respond to lower student enrollments and revenue, rising costs, crushing student debt and even school closures.

AcademicInfluence.com Spotlights 35 Highly Influential Women Engineers for International Women in Engineering Day

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Alternative education, Science and technology in the United States, Women in engineering in the United States, Mentorship, Articles

Visit the link above to see the full list of 35 and to read more about the accomplishments of these amazing women and their influence on engineering worldwide.

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  • Visit the link above to see the full list of 35 and to read more about the accomplishments of these amazing women and their influence on engineering worldwide.
  • They are CEOs, professors, and astronauts, working to improve our world, from building nanostructures to forging pathways to the stars.
  • These women steer the course of engineering toward far-reaching and exciting horizons.
  • On this International Women in Engineering Day, we want to point the next generation to the leaders and mentors they need to seek out, the role models they can emulate, and the women whose foundational work they may one day build upon," adds Macosko.

Springboard and University of South Florida Partner to Provide In-Demand Technical Skills

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Education, Security, Technology, Software, Continuing, University, Training, Alternative education, Human resource management, Internships, Mentorship, Springboard, Springboard, Human activities, Springboard, University of South Florida Corporate Training and Professional Education, SPRINGBOARD, UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA CORPORATE TRAINING AND PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION

USF, recently ranked as Americas fastest-rising university according to U.S. News & World Report, and Springboard will enable technical advancement amidst the booming job market in Florida, and provide invaluable skills for students to take with them as they seek to elevate their careers.

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  • USF, recently ranked as Americas fastest-rising university according to U.S. News & World Report, and Springboard will enable technical advancement amidst the booming job market in Florida, and provide invaluable skills for students to take with them as they seek to elevate their careers.
  • Demand for technology positions has surged 190% in the past five years, this report shows, and is expected to continue to grow in 2021.
  • Springboards course offerings provide both the flexibility that todays modern student requires and the expertise and mentorship needed to prepare them for their next pursuit.
  • More than 20,000 students across 100+ countries have used Springboard to advance their careers through the platforms comprehensive, mentor-led online learning programs.

Camelback Desert School® in Scottsdale Earns National NAEYC Accreditation

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Early childhood education in the United States, Alternative education, National Association for the Education of Young Children, Education, Scottsdale, Arizona, Camelback, Organizations

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., June 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Camelback Desert School in Scottsdale, part of Spring Education Group , has earned accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) the world's largest organization working on behalf of young children.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., June 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Camelback Desert School in Scottsdale, part of Spring Education Group , has earned accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) the world's largest organization working on behalf of young children.
  • To earn NAEYC Accreditation, Camelback Desert School went through an extensive self-study and quality-improvement process, followed by an on-site visit by NAEYC Assessors to verify and ensure that the program met each of the 10 program standards, and hundreds of corresponding individual criteria.
  • Camelback Desert School has served the Scottsdale community since 1950 and provides a safe, nurturing environment where children learn, grow and thrive.
  • Camelback Desert School in Scottsdale, Ariz., is part of Spring Education Group, a multi-school network providing superior private school education from infant care through high school.

SEEDS - Access Changes Everything Celebrates the Graduation of 40 College-bound Students

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Alternative education, Gifted education

The CSP Class of 2021 comprised 40 students from 23 high schools across 21 cities in New Jersey.

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  • The CSP Class of 2021 comprised 40 students from 23 high schools across 21 cities in New Jersey.
  • Through SEEDS, the combined amount of grant aid leveraged for all 40 graduates exceeds $2.3 million.
  • Founded in 1992, SEEDS Access Changes Everything, is a nonprofit organization committed to providing gifted students with access to top-tier education that would have otherwise been unattainable due to socioeconomic status.
  • SEEDS programs encompass rigorous curriculums, critical leadership training, and cultural experiences that help students recognize and achieve their full potential.

KFC Is Feeding The Next Generation Of Leaders Through A New Partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters Of America

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Mentorships, Alternative education, Education, Human activities, Human behavior, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Youth mentoring, MENTOR, Big Sister, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada, Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City

We are inspired by the work Big Brothers Big Sisters of America does to feed the potential of youth across the country."

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  • We are inspired by the work Big Brothers Big Sisters of America does to feed the potential of youth across the country."
  • During the Program Period, KFC will donate $275,000 to Big Brothers Big Sisters of America through cash and in-kind support.
  • Founded in 1904, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is the largest and most experienced youth mentoring organization in the United States.
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters has 230+ local agencies serving more than 5,000 communities across all 50 states.

AcademicInfluence.com's Inflection Announces the Decade's Most Influential Books in Physics, Geoscience, History, and Political Science

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Thursday, June 17, 2021
Articles, Education, Human behavior, Educational stages, Alternative education, Education reform, Educational psychology, Lifelong learning, Personal development, Earth science, Science

"These are the books thought leaders consult and authors use as the basis for their own research and writings."

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  • "These are the books thought leaders consult and authors use as the basis for their own research and writings."
  • The Inflection team measured the influence of leading books and writings cited in comprehensive online data repositories.
  • "Anyone who wants to build a foundational understanding of physics, history, earth sciences, or political science would do well to start with the 25 books we've selected for each of these disciplines."
  • AcademicInfluence.com is a part of the EducationAccess group, a family of sites dedicated to lifelong learning and personal growth.

Goddard College Announces New President-Elect

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Washington County, Vermont, Education, Alternative education, Goddard College, National Register of Historic Places in Washington County, Vermont, Goddard, Vermont

PLAINFIELD, Vt., June 16, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Goddard College has been at the forefront of social change from its very inception.

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  • PLAINFIELD, Vt., June 16, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Goddard College has been at the forefront of social change from its very inception.
  • With maintaining relevance in mind, the Board of Trustees announces that Dr. Dan Hocoy has been selected as the 13th President of Goddard College.
  • "I am truly humbled by the honor and privilege of this opportunity to serve as Goddard College's next President.
  • Dr. Hocoy is absolutely the right leader for Goddard College at this time in its evolution."