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Virginia's Fairfax County Public School District Adopts Benchmark Advance for its Updated Curriculum

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Monday, April 1, 2024
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NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y., April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading educational publisher Benchmark Education Company (BEC) is pleased to announce that its core English Language Arts program, Benchmark Advance, has been adopted by Virginia's Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS), the 11th largest school district in the U.S. After a thorough review of the program and its chief competitors, Benchmark Advance was chosen by the FCPS school board in a unanimous vote on March 7, 2024. It will be implemented for Grades K-6 in the next school year, kicking off a seven-year partnership with BEC and marking the district's first adoption of a core ELA program in more than 20 years.

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  • NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y., April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading educational publisher Benchmark Education Company (BEC) is pleased to announce that its core English Language Arts program, Benchmark Advance , has been adopted by Virginia's Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS), the 11th largest school district in the U.S. After a thorough review of the program and its chief competitors, Benchmark Advance was chosen by the FCPS school board in a unanimous vote on March 7, 2024.
  • The program has been validated by research and independent reviewers and has received an "all-green" rating from EdReports for Grades K-5.
  • This program focuses on the critical language newcomers need to be successful in school and in the core curriculum.
  • FCPS School Board Vice Chair Melanie Meren expressed her enthusiasm and support for Benchmark Advance shortly before the adoption vote.

Recipients of the 2024 ACGME International Awards Announced

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Monday, September 25, 2023
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Chicago, IL, Sept. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ACGME International (ACGME-I) is proud to announce the winners of the 2024 ACGME International Awards.

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  • Chicago, IL, Sept. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ACGME International (ACGME-I) is proud to announce the winners of the 2024 ACGME International Awards.
  • These awards celebrate individuals who have shown extraordinary dedication to graduate medical education (GME).
  • Dr. Khan is professor of surgery and associate dean for postgraduate medical education at Aga Khan University, Karachi, Pakistan.
  • ACGME International (ACGME-I) is an independent 501(c)(3) organization currently providing accreditation services to 181 graduate medical education programs in 22 institutions across 12 countries.

IXL and Fayette County Public Schools Partner to Boost Academic Achievement and Personalize Learning for All Students

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Monday, July 31, 2023
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LEXINGTON, Ky., July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- IXL, the personalized learning platform used by more than 14 million students, has announced a new partnership with Fayette County Public Schools (FCPS) in Kentucky. As part of the collaboration, the state's second-largest K-12 school system will now use IXL's award-winning platform district-wide to boost academic achievement in math, English language arts, science, social studies and Spanish. IXL is used by nearly 40 percent of all K-12 students in Kentucky, accounting for more than 283,000 learners.

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  • IXL is used by nearly 40 percent of all K-12 students in Kentucky, accounting for more than 283,000 learners.
  • The district highly values IXL Analytics because it provides educators with data that allows them to track student achievement across schools and identify any gaps in knowledge.
  • FCPS also appreciates IXL's comprehensive curriculum and instructional resources because they give educators the flexibility to create personalized learning pathways for students.
  • In addition to helping schools and students succeed academically, IXL can even uncover hidden obstacles to learning, develop students' intrinsic motivation to learn and more.

Local Nonprofit and Farmers Market To Host Community Pop Up Market

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
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FREDERICK, Md., July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Frederick based nonprofit Farm to School (F2S) and Field Fresh Farmer's Market to host first-ever community pop up farmer's market on Thursday, July 13, 2023 1:00 - 4:00 PM. The pop up community market will coincide with Lincoln Elementary School Market Day event as part of Fun Activities in the Summertime (FAST), a summer enrichment program by Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) hosted at community school locations. The market will take place at Lincoln Elementary featuring producer-only vendors offering a variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, and other fresh grown locally made food.

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  • FREDERICK, Md., July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Frederick based nonprofit Farm to School (F2S) and Field Fresh Farmer's Market to host first-ever community pop up farmer's market on Thursday, July 13, 2023 1:00 - 4:00 PM.
  • The pop up community market will coincide with Lincoln Elementary School Market Day event as part of Fun Activities in the Summertime (FAST), a summer enrichment program by Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) hosted at community school locations.
  • Field Fresh accepts SNAP and WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) checks on eligible purchases and participates in the Maryland Market Money (MMM) program.
  • The organization has actively been exploring opportunities to create pathways for community markets removing barriers preventing access to fresh local food.

Nymeo Federal Credit Union Awards Over $7000 in Student Scholarships

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023
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FREDERICK, Md., June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Nymeo Federal Credit Union, a community-based credit union serving Frederick and Montgomery Counties, awarded $7000 in scholarships to students throughout the community. The scholarships were awarded through Nymeo's annual scholarship program, the Believe & Achieve College Scholarship, the Frederick County Public School's (FCPS) StartUp Frederick Competition, and through the CU Foundation Scholarship.

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  • FREDERICK, Md., June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Nymeo Federal Credit Union, a community-based credit union serving Frederick and Montgomery Counties, awarded $7000 in scholarships to students throughout the community.
  • "Our credit union is proud to continue sponsoring a competition that fosters the entrepreneurial spirit."
  • Additionally, Nymeo and the Credit Union Foundation of Maryland & DC presented Nymeo member, Samantha Mailhot, with a $1,000 college scholarship.
  • College or trade school-bound members of any credit union based in Maryland or DC or affiliated with the MD|DC Credit Union Association are eligible to apply each year to this Credit Union College Scholarship.

NVTC announces new initiative to connect Northern Virginia's next generation of talent with the region's leading employers

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Thursday, May 25, 2023
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MCLEAN, Va., May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC), the trade association representing the region's technology community, announced a new workforce initiative, Aim High, in partnership with Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) and Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS). Aim High gives students real-world experience with tech-related jobs, preparing them for future careers. The initiative connects high school students with regional companies providing access to career exposure, training, mentorship and internships.

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  • NVTC launches "Aim High" initiative in partnership with NOVA and FCPS, giving high school students the opportunity to experience tech careers.
  • The initiative connects high school students with regional companies providing access to career exposure, training, mentorship and internships.
  • Sponsored through a grant from the JPMorgan Chase Foundation, Aim High will launch today at an event at Capital One headquarters in McLean, Virginia.
  • NVTC member companies are committed to helping prepare the next generation of talent for the jobs of tomorrow," said Jennifer Taylor, president and CEO of NVTC.

FCPS and Battelle Announce $50,000 in STEM Grants

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Monday, May 8, 2023
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The Battelle National Biodefense Institute (BNBI) and Frederick County Public Schools have recognized the recipients of $50,000 in teacher challenge grants for science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education.

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  • The Battelle National Biodefense Institute (BNBI) and Frederick County Public Schools have recognized the recipients of $50,000 in teacher challenge grants for science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230508005619/en/
    Representatives from BNBI and FCPS went to nine schools last Friday to surprise 15 teachers and their students with the news that their STEM proposals had been selected as winners.
  • “This long-standing partnership with BNBI continues to benefit and support valuable STEM initiatives throughout the county,” FCPS Superintendent Dr. Cheryl L. Dyson said.
  • Since its inception BNBI has directly gifted $667,000 to FCPS, and BNBI staff has committed thousands of hours of time to assisting curricula development, classroom instruction and STEM activities outside the classroom.

FCPS and Battelle Announce $34,000 in STEM Mini-Grants

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023
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Today, Frederick County Public Schools announced the recipients of $34,000 in teacher mini-grants for science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education from the Battelle National Biodefense Institute (BNBI).

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  • Today, Frederick County Public Schools announced the recipients of $34,000 in teacher mini-grants for science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education from the Battelle National Biodefense Institute (BNBI).
  • Walkersville Elementary School – The Bee-Bot Hive, a coding robot kit, designed to help students develop an understanding of computer science.
  • Monocacy Middle School – Materials to create a greenhouse gardening experience with a focus on sustainable agriculture and opportunities for students to use STEM to solve real world problems.
  • Since its inception BNBI has directly gifted $617,000 to FCPS, and BNBI staff has committed thousands of hours of time to assisting curricula development, classroom instruction and STEM activities outside the classroom.

Farm to School Frederick Receives Tax Exempt Status as a 501(C)3 Non-Profit Organization

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023
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FREDERICK, Md., Feb. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- After 4 successful years of increasing the availability of locally grown, highly nutritious fruits and vegetables served as part of the FCPS Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program, Farm to School (F2S) Frederick has expanded their scope serving families and students in Frederick County through recent collaborations with FCPS Judy Centers, the FCPS SUCCESS Program and the FCPS Culinary Arts Program.

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  • F2S Frederick has expanded their scope serving families and students in Frederick County.
  • When Farm to School Frederick serves as the intermediary between Frederick growers and community organizations, businesses, and schools, it helps create new markets for Frederick farmers to sustain Frederick's position in Maryland as an agriculture leader.
  • In the 2021 – 2022 school year, F2S Frederick assisted FCPS Food and Nutrition Services department to scale up local purchasing of fruits and vegetables to $81,109.00.
  • This past summer, F2S Frederick organized and facilitated the distribution of over 2,000 pounds of fresh local produce to the Frederick Rescue Mission, the City of Frederick Food Bank, and FCPS Market Days.

Frederick County Chamber of Commerce Launches National Civics Bee

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Friday, January 13, 2023
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FREDERICK, Md., Jan. 13, 2023  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Frederick County Chamber of Commerce proudly announces the launch of the 2023 National Civics Bee, an initiative aimed at encouraging more young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. Organized in partnership with The Civic Trust of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the competition in Frederick County will inspire middle schoolers to become better informed about American democracy, to engage respectfully and constructively in the community, and to build greater trust in others and institutions.

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  • FREDERICK, Md., Jan. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Frederick County Chamber of Commerce proudly announces the launch of the 2023 National Civics Bee, an initiative aimed at encouraging more young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities.
  • Middle school students from public, private, charter, and home schools are invited to take part in the first-round civics essay competition.
  • "The Frederick County Chamber of Commerce is committed to increasing engagement in our public process, so participating in the National Civics Bee seems like a natural fit.
  • For more information on the essay topic, competition rules and prizes, and to submit your essay, visit: https://bit.ly/3POoJWC
    Jennifer Gerlock, VP of Marketing & Communications, Frederick County Chamber of Commerce, 301-662-4164, [email protected]