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Staples US Retail Announces Annual #ThankATeacher Contest With Enhanced Prize After A Challenging Year for Educators

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Thursday, June 3, 2021

As part of its continued evolution to Staples Connect, the working and learning store, Staples US Retail is celebrating teachers by announcing the launch of the third annual Thank A Teacher Contest.

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  • As part of its continued evolution to Staples Connect, the working and learning store, Staples US Retail is celebrating teachers by announcing the launch of the third annual Thank A Teacher Contest.
  • Teaching has been one of the most stressful pandemic-era jobs, said Marshall Warkentin, Chief Marketing and Merchandising Officer, Staples US Retail.
  • Each year our winning nominations come with stories about incredible teachers, and were excited to give them the recognition they deserve.
  • Staples Stores and Staples Connect retail locations serve millions of customers from entrepreneurs and small businesses to remote workers, parents, teachers, and students.

Daymond John and iD Tech Partner to Launch a Unique Student-First Entrepreneurship Course

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Thursday, June 3, 2021

iD Tech will offer the course through Virtual Tech Camps June 14-August 27, 2021.

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  • iD Tech will offer the course through Virtual Tech Camps June 14-August 27, 2021.
  • iD Tech and Daymond John collaborated on developing a curriculum that will take students from concept to launch with each day focused on a new subject as they begin their entrepreneurial adventure.
  • I am so excited to be working with iD Tech, said Daymond John.
  • In addition to launching the new Virtual Tech Camps, iD Tech announced two free hour-long online classes for parents and kids.

Minnesota Virtual Academy Celebrates Class of 2021 Commencement

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Thursday, June 3, 2021

Minnesota Virtual Academy (MNVA), a tuition-free public school program of Houston Public Schools serving students statewide in kindergarten through 12th grade, will celebrate the Class of 2021 with a virtual commencement ceremony on Sunday, June 6th, 2021.

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  • Minnesota Virtual Academy (MNVA), a tuition-free public school program of Houston Public Schools serving students statewide in kindergarten through 12th grade, will celebrate the Class of 2021 with a virtual commencement ceremony on Sunday, June 6th, 2021.
  • I am excited to celebrate all of their hard work when they turn their tassels during our virtual ceremony.
  • Collectively, the Class of 2021 reports receiving scholarships of more than $470,000.
  • Details of the graduation ceremony are as follows:
    Minnesota Virtual Academy (MNVA) is a tuition-free online public school program of Houston Public Schools that serves students in grades K through 12.

Age of Learning Enters Schools Business—Launches Personalized, Adaptive Early Learning Math Program, My Math Academy

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Thursday, June 3, 2021

Age of Learning, a leading education technology innovator and creator of the popular online learning program ABCmouse, today announced the launch of My Math Academy, a personalized, adaptive math program for Pre-K through second grade.

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  • Age of Learning, a leading education technology innovator and creator of the popular online learning program ABCmouse, today announced the launch of My Math Academy, a personalized, adaptive math program for Pre-K through second grade.
  • Multiple randomized control trials have shown that students using My Math Academy for as little as 45 minutes a week over a twelve-week period experience significant learning gains, and the children have increased engagement, interest, and confidence in learning math.
  • Age of Learning's new Schools Division, headed by General Manager Sam Bonfante, is responsible for helping administrators and teachers implement My Math Academy in their districts and classrooms.
  • My Math Academy for schools is an adaptive, personalized program that helps students master foundational math concepts.

While Lesson Planning Time has Surged Amid the Pandemic, Survey Reveals a Reverse Trend with the Off2Class Method for Teaching ESL

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Thursday, June 3, 2021

One of the most significant survey findings addresses the global lesson prep time challenges shared by teachers across all subjects, grades, and student learning levels.

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  • One of the most significant survey findings addresses the global lesson prep time challenges shared by teachers across all subjects, grades, and student learning levels.
  • With Off2Class, 92% of teachers reduce their lesson preparation time, with 1 in 4 teachers (25.5%) spending only 5 minutes preparing for a single lesson.
  • According to survey insights, by reducing lesson prep time, Off2Class increases teaching capacity and consequently a teachers hourly pay.
  • Off2Class provides ESL teachers with access to prepared lessons, homework, and assessments needed to teach online and in screen-based classroom environments.

Sonic Automotive Partners with Dave Ward & Friends Podcast To Raise Funds for Houston Children’s Charity

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Thursday, June 3, 2021

Throughout the month of June, Sonic is running a special promotion for guests who visit any of the 16 Sonic Automotive service locations in Houston.

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  • Throughout the month of June, Sonic is running a special promotion for guests who visit any of the 16 Sonic Automotive service locations in Houston.
  • One hundred percent of donations will go to the Houston Childrens Charity to directly benefit children in need.
  • Additionally, Friends of Dave Ward will receive other perks, including:
    Sonic Automotive is proud to be a part of the Houston community, and honored to join hands with Dave Ward and Friends and Houston Childrens Charity to raise the quality of life and standard of care for underprivileged children, said David Smith, Chief Executive Officer of Sonic Automotive and EchoPark Automotive.
  • All donations received will be forwarded to Houston Childrens Charity, headquartered in Houston, Texas, a 501(c)(3) organization - EIN: 76-0135741.

Join America’s Student Support Network!

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021

I encourage anyone who can to step up and serve their community to take part in this program and mentor a young student.

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  • I encourage anyone who can to step up and serve their community to take part in this program and mentor a young student.
  • We are thrilled to support READY SET alongside these meaningful corporations and organizations to promote volunteerism and to make a powerful impact on the futures of many.
  • In response to the pandemic continuing to significantly impact communities and student enrollment nationwide, the event outlined action steps the public could take to help address the crisis.
  • Featured speakers included U.S. Secretary of Education Cardona in conversation with former U.S. education secretaries Duncan and Dr. John B.

Spin&Give™ Online Resale Store Offers Kids Clothes from Celebrity Closets, With 20% Back to Select Charities

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021

A few facts about the environmental impact of the fashion/textile industry:

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  • A few facts about the environmental impact of the fashion/textile industry:
    Globally, 80% of discarded textiles are dumped in a landfill or incinerated.
  • Online fashion resale shopping has exploded in popularity , as more consumers recognize the impact that fashion has on our environment.
  • Spin&Give also offers shoppers the opportunity to be a part of the VIP donor community by agreeing to donate back their purchased clothes.
  • The ReSpin Program then allows for a third or, in some cases, even a fourth lifecycle for the clothes, all the while raising money for important charities.

Headspace and Sesame Workshop Team Up to Help Kids Wind Down with Goodnight, World! Podcast, Launching June 13

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021

The first episode will launch on June 13, 2021, with 11 subsequent episodes launching every Sunday through August 29.

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  • The first episode will launch on June 13, 2021, with 11 subsequent episodes launching every Sunday through August 29.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210602005803/en/
    Headspace and Sesame Workshop Team Up to Help Kids Wind Down with Goodnight, World!
  • Podcast, Launching June 13 (Graphic: Business Wire)
    Developed by a team of early childhood and meditation experts at Sesame Workshop and Headspace, Goodnight, World!
  • Today, Sesame Workshop is an innovative force for change, with a mission to help kids everywhere grow smarter, stronger, and kinder.

Greater Seattle Partners Joins 200+ Community Leaders in Launching Regional Economic Recovery Framework

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021

Greater Seattle Partners (GSP) in coordination with 200 regional community leaders in academia, business, government and not-for-profit from Snohomish, King and Pierce counties today announced the launch of a new regional economic recovery framework to accelerate recovery from Covid-19 and build a more resilient, equitable and inclusive economy.

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  • Greater Seattle Partners (GSP) in coordination with 200 regional community leaders in academia, business, government and not-for-profit from Snohomish, King and Pierce counties today announced the launch of a new regional economic recovery framework to accelerate recovery from Covid-19 and build a more resilient, equitable and inclusive economy.
  • Inclusion is a massive growth opportunity for Greater Seattle, and this Framework is an excellent guide for tapping into this potential.
  • For inquiries about Partners for Prosperity or the Economic Recovery Framework please contact Greater Seattle Partners at [email protected] or 206.389.8650.
  • Greater Seattle Partners (GSP) is a public-private partnership that leads regional economic development through global business attraction, site selection and investment and trade opportunities in the greater Seattle region.