Science education

Science Akadémeia, the Atlanta Preschool of Science, to Offer Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Curriculum for Children Ages 2 to 6

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Friday, July 9, 2021
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Its that vacancy in a childs education that Science Akadmeia , the Atlanta Preschool of Science (SATAPOS), plans to provide by integrating an advanced, research-based curriculum called Seeds of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics).

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  • Its that vacancy in a childs education that Science Akadmeia , the Atlanta Preschool of Science (SATAPOS), plans to provide by integrating an advanced, research-based curriculum called Seeds of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics).
  • It is the first STEM preschool in Georgia using this proven program.
  • Science Akadmeia provides a full-day, year-round program for children ages 2 years to 6 years and after school for elementary to middle-schoolers.
  • Special STEM activities and programs will be offered throughout the year including coding, robotics, tutorials, science experiments for elementary to middle-schoolers.

Arcadia University Leads Collaborative $2.8 Million Grant for STEM Curriculum Development

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Thursday, July 8, 2021
Articles, Education, Mathematics education, Education policy, Engineering education, Science education, Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, Arcadia University, Arcadia, California, Arcadia

This collaborative research is funded through a NSF grant for $2.8 million, of which $2,031,108 is awarded to Arcadia University.

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  • This collaborative research is funded through a NSF grant for $2.8 million, of which $2,031,108 is awarded to Arcadia University.
  • "Collaborative Research: Understanding STEM Teaching through Integrated Contexts in Everyday Life" provides a series of professional development programs for educators at the middle and high school levels to encourage connections between curriculum topics.
  • said Arcadia University Associate Professor of Education Dr. Augusto Macalalag, who will lead the research project.
  • Arcadia University is a top-ranked private university in Greater Philadelphia and a national leader in study abroad and international education.

Exelon Foundation Launches First-Ever Hybrid STEM Leadership Academy

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210707005656/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210707005656/en/
    The Exelon Foundation hosts the STEM Academy events in cities where Exelon has operating companies.
  • The fourth annual STEM Leadership Academy, funded by the Exelon Foundation, is part of Exelons investment to encourage and support the involvement of young women in STEM.
  • The company recently committed $1 million to launch the STEM Leadership Academy Scholarship, which is open to Academy alumna.
  • Exelon is proud to partner with The NEED Project on the STEM Leadership Academy.

Study shows Canada needs to prioritize creating a more inclusive science and technology workforce

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Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Articles, Education, Science education, Education policy, Engineering education, Mathematics education, Experiential learning, Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, Sustainability, 3M

Those recommendations are:

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  • Those recommendations are:
    "Diverse experiences and perspectives working together leads to more effective solutions," said Penny Wise, President of 3M Canada.
  • "The 3M State of Science Index results underpin the need to unite educators, government, corporations and families, to ensure underrepresented students have equal access to STEM education.
  • We're humbled and invigorated to have started this great work alongside some of Canada's foremost advocates for STEM to deliver these recommendations.
  • Equally, across all generations, 90% of Canadians believe people should follow the science to help make the world more sustainable.

Varicent Selects 25 E.D.G.E. Scholarship Program Recipients, Reinforcing Its Commitment to Diversity in the Technology Sector

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Tuesday, July 6, 2021
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Scholarship Program and remain committed to bringing more diversity, equity and inclusion to our industry, says Marc Altshuller, President and CEO, Varicent.

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  • Scholarship Program and remain committed to bringing more diversity, equity and inclusion to our industry, says Marc Altshuller, President and CEO, Varicent.
  • I look forward to continuing this scholarship program in the years to come and supporting initiatives in STEM that bring diversity.
  • All of the well-rounded recipients selected by Varicents panel met the scholarship criteria and possess promising potential within the technology sector.
  • Varicent, Varicent Software, Symon.AI, and FunnelCake are trademarks or registered trademarks of Varicent in the USA, Canada, and other countries.

Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)-Based Curriculum Helps Improve Math and Writing Skills Too

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Monday, July 5, 2021
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Waters' research shows fourthand fifth-gradestudents using KnowAtom's hands-on NGSS-based science curriculum demonstrated measurable increases in achievement levels, engagement, and classroom behavior.

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  • Waters' research shows fourthand fifth-gradestudents using KnowAtom's hands-on NGSS-based science curriculum demonstrated measurable increases in achievement levels, engagement, and classroom behavior.
  • Connecting students with phenomena-based science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) learning opportunities using KnowAtom's curriculum was shown to help improve student collaboration and core math, reading and writing skills, according to Waters' research.
  • Students practiced key reading, writing, and critical thinking skills while learning science and made connections between core principles and their impact on science, engineering, and other disciplines.
  • KnowAtom provides complete K-8 solutions designed for mastery of Next Generation Science Standards, learn more.

Totally Green Inc. terminates further discussion with Yushangmei

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Saturday, July 3, 2021
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HONG KONG, July 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Totally Green Inc. (OTC: TLGN) announced that discussions regarding a potential combination with Guangzhou Yushangmei Health Management Co., Ltd. have been ended as the parties were unable to reach mutually agreeable terms.

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  • HONG KONG, July 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Totally Green Inc. (OTC: TLGN) announced that discussions regarding a potential combination with Guangzhou Yushangmei Health Management Co., Ltd. have been ended as the parties were unable to reach mutually agreeable terms.
  • We may also explore next generation property investment opportunities in the markets of co-living, co-working and co-retailing."
  • Totally Green Inc. (OTC: TLGN) was formerly focused on renewable energy.The Company intends to focus on opportunities in the development of STEM education, travel, ecommerce and entertainment, technological research and development.
  • This news release contains "forward-looking statements" that include information relating to future events and future financial and operating performance.

Bryant University secures $650,000 National Science Foundation grant to fund STEM Scholars program

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021
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SMITHFIELD, R.I., June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Bryant University has been awarded a $650,000 grant from the National Science Foundation's (NSF) Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) program.

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  • SMITHFIELD, R.I., June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Bryant University has been awarded a $650,000 grant from the National Science Foundation's (NSF) Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) program.
  • The grant will support Bryant's new STEM Scholars program, which funds scholarships and programming to remove barriers to success in STEM education for academically talented students with demonstrated financial need, particularly women, minorities, and low-income students.
  • We are grateful that this NSF grant will allow us to expand student opportunities in growing STEM and related fields."
  • "Congratulations to the dedicated faculty who developed the Bryant STEM Scholars program and secured this grantfor enhancing undergraduate enrollment, persistence and graduation in science and mathematics- with a particular emphasis on enrollment of women in STEM."

Progress Expands Women in STEM Scholarship and Announces Recipient of 2nd Annual Mary Székely Scholarship

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021
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The company is also proud to announce Gavriela Tejedor Meyers of Brookline, MA as the 2021 recipient of the Progress Mary Szkely Scholarship for Women in STEM.

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  • The company is also proud to announce Gavriela Tejedor Meyers of Brookline, MA as the 2021 recipient of the Progress Mary Szkely Scholarship for Women in STEM.
  • Launched in 2019 with the founding of the Progress Mary Szkely Scholarship for Women in STEM, the Progress Women in STEM scholarship series has continued to expand its support for women pursuing studies in computer science, computer information systems, software engineering and/or IT.
  • Today, the Women in STEM scholarship series includes:
    Progress Mary Szkely Scholarship for Women in STEM: A $10,000 four-year renewable scholarship granted to a Massachusetts woman, including someone who identifies as a woman, who plans to study computer science, computer information systems, software engineering and/or IT.
  • Progress is proud to announce Gavriela Tejedor Meyers of Brookline, MA as the 2021 recipient of the Progress Mary Szkely Scholarship for Women in STEM.

DOL Awards HOPES Reentry Program $4M to Train Justice-Involved Individuals for Jobs and Careers in the Restaurant Industry

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Monday, June 28, 2021
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HOPES is a job skills training program to train and prepare justice-involved individuals for jobs and careers in the restaurant, foodservice and hospitality industries.

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  • HOPES is a job skills training program to train and prepare justice-involved individuals for jobs and careers in the restaurant, foodservice and hospitality industries.
  • Participants are required to complete the training and achieve at least one industry credential to successfully graduate from the program.
  • Without programs like HOPES, the unemployment rate for individuals leaving the justice system is 5 times the national average .
  • About HOPES: HOPES partners with Departments of Corrections, community-based organizations, state restaurant associations and workforce entities as part of a community collaborative model.