Education reform

'Our Children, Our Choice': 2,000+ Mothers, Community Members to Rally for Education Options during School Choice Week

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- It's time to hear from Momma. With the momentum of National School Choice Week behind them, Black Mothers Forum is hosting a large-scale rally at the nation's capital on Wednesday, Jan. 24. Set against the iconic backdrop of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, the rally will amplify voices of resilience and justice in education, sparking a movement for safer schools and greater access to education options for each family and child.

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  • With the momentum of National School Choice Week behind them, Black Mothers Forum is hosting a large-scale rally at the nation's capital on Wednesday, Jan. 24.
  • "As parent advocates, we are uniting our voices this School Choice Week for access to safe and supportive K-12 environments for our children."
  • National School Choice Week (NSCW) informs, inspires, and empowers parents to discover the K-12 education options available for their children, including traditional public, charter, magnet, online, private, and home schooling.
  • The Week is a project of the nonpartisan, nonpolitical National School Choice Awareness Foundation.

ICYMI: FPF Webinar Discussed The Current State of Kids’ and Teens’ Privacy

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024

Privacy by design for kids and teens has expanded across the globe. As policymakers, advocates, and companies grapple with the ever-changing landscape of youth privacy regulation, the Future of Privacy Forum recently hosted a webinar discussing the current state of kids’ and teens’ privacy policy. The webinar explored the current frameworks that are influential worldwide, [?]

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Privacy by design for kids and teens has expanded across the globe. As policymakers, advocates, and companies grapple with the ever-changing landscape of youth privacy regulation, the Future of Privacy Forum recently hosted a webinar discussing the current state of kids’ and teens’ privacy policy. The webinar explored the current frameworks that are influential worldwide, [?]

Verizon announces partnership with The Detroit NAACP to advance digital equity through the Verizon Forward Community Enhancement Award

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

DETROIT, Dec. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon announces a $100,000 award to the Detroit Branch NAACP for the Digital Education, Training, and Access (E.T.A.)

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  • DETROIT, Dec. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon announces a $100,000 award to the Detroit Branch NAACP for the Digital Education, Training, and Access (E.T.A.)
  • The partnership is part of the Verizon Forward Community Enhancement Award, a $1 million national initiative equipping communities with the tools to navigate an increasingly technological world.
  • The Detroit Branch NAACP will partner with local organizations to provide technology-focused training to seniors and formerly incarcerated community members.
  • “The Community Enhancement Award reflects Verizon’s commitment to advancing digital literacy and inclusion in the communities we serve,” said Tony Lewis, Vice President of Public Policy for Verizon.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Barbara Allison Haney as a Top Pinnacle Professional for her contributions in the Economic Research and Education Reform industry

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Monday, November 27, 2023

FAIRBANKS, Ark., Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Barbara Allison Haney is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Professional for her contributions in the Economic Research and Education Reform industry.

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  • FAIRBANKS, Ark., Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Barbara Allison Haney is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Professional for her contributions in the Economic Research and Education Reform industry.
  • Barbara Allison Haney, a distinguished figure in the realm of economic research and education reform, continues to make indelible contributions to her field after an illustrious career spanning over 40 years.
  • Her expertise in economic research has led to numerous publications on topics ranging from econometrics to taxable capacity and political risks for financial institutions.
  • Her impact on economic research and education reform will continue to shape the future for years to come.

Nearly 50,000 Votes Have Been Cast for the Yass Prize Parents Choice Award

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American Idol-style Parents Choice Award was created to give parents all over the country an opportunity to choose their favorite education innovator of the year. Every person is entitled to vote online twice daily for two different education groups, and nearly 50,000 votes have been cast for the nation's favorite 2023 Yass Prize Semifinalist.

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American Idol-style Parents Choice Award was created to give parents all over the country an opportunity to choose their favorite education innovator of the year.
  • Every person is entitled to vote online twice daily for two different education groups, and nearly 50,000 votes have been cast for the nation's favorite 2023 Yass Prize Semifinalist .
  • The Yass Prize Parents Choice Award online voting is conducted by Telescope, which has powered American Idol voting platforms since its launch in 2002.
  • Voting for the Yass Prize Parents Choice Award is open through November 25.

Alliant Credit Union Foundation Launches Million Dollar Challenge Focused on Advancing Digital Inclusion

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

CHICAGO, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In an effort to help bridge the digital divide for vulnerable American families and communities, the Alliant Credit Union Foundation has announced the launch of its Million Dollar Challenge, a program that will award nonprofit organizations and community initiatives across the nation with $1 million in grants to foster digital inclusion.

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  • "Across the nation, unequal digital access has created economic and financial literacy disadvantages for our most at-risk communities," said Meredith Ritchie, Board President, Alliant Credit Union Foundation.
  • "Through these grants, the Alliant Credit Union Foundation is taking action to help bring digital equity and inclusion for more Americans at the local level, in communities where it's needed most."
  • Digital inclusion, includes providing technology devices and affordable, reliable broadband, delivering digital skills education, and advocating for internet accessibility reform, has never been more crucial.
  • Digital Education: Delivering digital education to impacted communities, empowering individuals with the knowledge they need to thrive in the digital age.

Modern States Education Alliance Recognized as Yass Prize Quarterfinalist

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Modern States Education Alliance (“Modern States”), the nation’s leading philanthropy dedicated to making a college degree more affordable and accessible for everyone, today announced it is a Yass Prize 2023 Quarterfinalist.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Modern States Education Alliance (“Modern States”), the nation’s leading philanthropy dedicated to making a college degree more affordable and accessible for everyone, today announced it is a Yass Prize 2023 Quarterfinalist.
  • The $1 million Yass Prize for Sustainable, Transformational, Outstanding and Permissionless (STOP) education is regarded as the “Pulitzer of Education Innovation”.
  • The Yass Prize awards $20 million annually to support and honor education leaders who achieve excellence.
  • I am honored that the Yass Prize is recognizing our work,” said Steve Klinsky, founder and CEO of Modern States.

33 Semifinalists Vie for $1 Million Yass Prize

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

WASHINGTON, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the inaugural Yass Summit, held October 10 at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, a diverse group of 33 Semifinalists for the $1 million Yass Prize were announced, while a major new organization was unveiled to meet the needs of a growing movement of transformational education providers. 

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  • The new Yass Center for Education will combine the forces of the Yass Prize and CER into a new national force.
  • This year's Yass Prize Semifinalists will be the guiding light for the renewed mission of the Yass Center.
  • The prestigious $1 million Yass Prize is considered the Pulitzer of Education Innovation, according to Forbes Chief Content Editor, Randall Lane.
  • In conjunction with the $1 million Yass Prize, the STOP Awards Initiative will distribute nearly $20 million in 2023.

CHARTER AWARDS $1.1 MILLION TO 2023 SPECTRUM DIGITAL EDUCATION GRANT RECIPIENTS

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Monday, September 18, 2023

STAMFORD, Conn., Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Charter Communications, Inc. today announced it is awarding $1.1 million to 46 nonprofit organizations through its Spectrum Digital Education grant program. With this latest round of grants, Charter has committed more than $9 million total to the initiative, which supports broadband technology programs, education and training in unserved and underserved communities throughout Charter's service area.

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  • 46 Nonprofits Will Use the Funds to Support Broadband Technology Programs, Education and Training
    STAMFORD, Conn., Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Charter Communications, Inc. today announced it is awarding $1.1 million to 46 nonprofit organizations through its Spectrum Digital Education grant program.
  • "Through the 2023 Spectrum Digital Education grant program, Charter is partnering with valued nonprofits that share our commitment to create better opportunities for the communities we serve."
  • Additional 2023 recipients include Kramden Institute in Durham, North Carolina, which has been awarded five grants through Spectrum Digital Education totaling $170,000.
  • The 2023 Spectrum Digital Education grant recipients are:

Disregard Those Repeated Claims of Purported Funding Disparities Harming Charters

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

BOULDER, Colo., Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Over the past decade, pro-charter organizations have published a series of reports claiming that funding disparities put charter schools at a disadvantage compared to public schools run by school districts. However, those conclusions are invariably incorrect due to flawed research methods.

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  • BOULDER, Colo., Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Over the past decade, pro-charter organizations have published a series of reports claiming that funding disparities put charter schools at a disadvantage compared to public schools run by school districts.
  • Due to charter schools' substantial expansion in recent years, Weber also points out the importance of understanding and flagging such deceptive policy research.
  • Redirecting additional funding to charters based on advocacy reports using unreliable data and flawed methods may have adverse effects on other schools and state budgets.
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    Mark Weber, Rutgers University and the New Jersey Policy Perspective, (908) 358-5828, [email protected]
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