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Students at Priority Elementary Schools Can "Shop" for Free Books at Governor's Early Literacy Foundation's Opportunities with Literacy (OWL) Fest in September

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Governor's Early Literacy Foundation, in partnership with the Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE), today announces Opportunities with Literacy (OWL) Fest, a curated bookstore and shopping experience, that will travel to 31 Priority elementary schools across Tennessee in September. To build home libraries and strengthen reading proficiency, OWL Fest will be a one-day event at each school, giving students the opportunity to select books to take home, at no cost to families or schools.

Key Points: 
  • Through OWL Fest, more than 10,000 students, teachers and reading specialists will receive over 80,000 books, at no cost.
  • Only 40% of Tennessee 3rd graders read proficiently, which ranges from 22-38% in Priority schools.
  • In 2023, the program delivered 1.2 million books to more than 200,000 students, teachers, librarians and media specialists statewide, including Priority schools.
  • Below is a list of the participating Priority schools that OWL Fest will visit in September.

Workforce Development, Education and Recruitment Pilot Program Expands Candidate Access to Hourly Positions

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Friday, August 18, 2023
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CHARLESTON, Tenn., Aug. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Wacker Chemical Company, with operations here, is honoring hourly team members enrolled in the company's novel technical operations program (TOP). This innovative recruiting program is a strategic initiative developed by Wacker-Charleston's Human Resources (HR) Training and Development Department to broaden the pool to identify career-oriented candidates without high school diplomas to fill hourly roles within the company. The company pays TOP trainees while they attend classes to prepare for the HiSET™ program for high school equivalency testing to earn their high school diplomas.

Key Points: 
  • "The TOP program is a genuine win-win, providing Wacker with great employees and new career opportunities not previously available for members of our community.
  • Cleveland State Community College's Workforce Development program trains over 500 people each year, many of whom do not have a high school diploma.
  • "Wacker-Charleston's TOPs program is made possible by partnering with Cleveland State's Adult Education Program and serves as a model for employers throughout the state in meeting education and workforce training needs."
  • And, through the strong collaboration with Randstad and our adult education partners: Cleveland State Community College Adult Education Program and the Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development Adult Education Program, this initiative is a trifecta for our company, our TOPs program team members, and society."

Take Charge of Your Child’s Future: New Tennessee Virtual K-12 Public School Now Enrolling

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023
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Authorized by the Tennessee Department of Education, VSVA is designed to serve students starting in the fall of this year.

Key Points: 
  • Authorized by the Tennessee Department of Education, VSVA is designed to serve students starting in the fall of this year.
  • VSVA will provide students with a standards-aligned curriculum facilitated by Tennessee-licensed teachers from the safety of their homes or anywhere with an internet connection.
  • Students receive a solid academic foundation with hands-on learning experiences in career exploration in a virtual classroom with other students attending as they would in a brick-and-mortar setting.
  • “At Volunteer State Virtual Academy, we are committed to delivering an exceptional learning experience that transcends the boundaries of traditional classrooms,” said Amber Calvert, Director of Academics.

Education Leaders in Yonkers, NY, and Henderson, TN, Win Inaugural YouScience® Innovative Educator Awards

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023
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AMERICAN FORK, Utah, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Two respected educators have been named the inaugural recipients of the YouScience® Innovative Educator Award, recognizing their exceptional contributions in guiding and inspiring students to explore their aptitudes and make informed decisions about their futures. This award celebrates educators who have implemented innovative approaches to empower the next generation of professionals through academic and career exploration.

Key Points: 
  • This award celebrates educators who have implemented innovative approaches to empower the next generation of professionals through academic and career exploration.
  • Mazzola's innovative approach combines career and technical education (CTE) courses with academic programs, ensuring students are well-prepared for success in both school and life.
  • "We are thrilled to recognize Principal Steven Mazzola and Counselor Darlene Goff with the YouScience Innovative Educator award.
  • The YouScience Innovative Educator Award recipients are selected based on their innovative programs and use of YouScience solutions to support students' career exploration journeys.

Kira Learning Raises $15M Series A to Fuel National Expansion of its Platform to Empower K-12 Teachers and Students to Teach and Learn Computer Science

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kira Learning, the company building an AI-powered platform that allows anyone to teach and learn computer science (CS), announced today that it has closed a $15M Series A round from existing investors NEA and the AI Fund. The company also announced a partnership with the Tennessee STEM Innovation Network (TSIN), managed by Battelle Education, following a competitive RFP process, to provide all public high schools and middle schools in the state with an introductory CS curriculum and an unparalleled, integrated teaching-learning platform. TSIN, the Tennessee Department of Education, and Battelle will leverage the curriculum and platform to implement the state's new computer science requirement in high schools.

Key Points: 
  • Kira Learning Continues National Expansion to Help K-12 Teachers and Students to Teach and Learn Computer Science.
  • "Advances in AI present an attractive opportunity to democratize teaching and learning computer science," said Carmen Chang, Partner at NEA.
  • Kira Learning is in active discussions with several additional states and anticipates having programs in about 20 states by this Fall.
  • To learn more about the company and its mission to teach anyone computer science, visit Kira Learning's website .

Jason Foundation and Tennessee Department of Children's Services Announce Collaboration

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023
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The Jason Foundation produced the educational seminar " Preventing Suicide Among Foster Care Youth: A Training for Foster, Adoptive, and Other Out-of-Home Caregivers, " released earlier this year.

Key Points: 
  • The Jason Foundation produced the educational seminar " Preventing Suicide Among Foster Care Youth: A Training for Foster, Adoptive, and Other Out-of-Home Caregivers, " released earlier this year.
  • The Tennessee Department of Children's Services has adopted the module as part of the training and education required by prospective and current foster families within the state.
  • "We thank The Jason Foundation for partnering with the Department of Children's Services to provide additional resources for foster families and caregivers across our state."
  • "The Jason Foundation is excited to be working with the Tennessee Department of Children's Services and many other state entities to provide additional resources for families across our state," remarked Clark Flatt, President for The Jason Foundation.

LUXURY ENTERTAINMENT PRODUCTION CAMPUS OPENS IN MIDDLE TENNESSEE

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Worldwide Stages LLC (WWS) unveils its massive entertainment complex – located just South of Nashville (Music City, USA), Tennessee, in nearby Spring Hill. WWS has already provided state-of-the-art facilities to multiple facets of the entertainment industry including tour rehearsal facilities for musical stars, production facilities for diverse content creators to produce live-streaming events, music videos, commercials, episodic television series, and feature films.

Key Points: 
  • It feels like opening 'Disneyland,' but for entertainment production professionals.
  • "It feels like opening 'Disneyland', but for entertainment production professionals and A-list stars," said Kelly Frey, CEO and President of WWS.
  • The result is a beautiful, unique entertainment production complex with production services and amenities customized to provide a high-end experience for each client.
  • "The opening of WWS signals Tennessee's trending growth and competitiveness in the entertainment sector on both a local and national level," said Bob Raines, Executive Director for the Tennessee Entertainment Commission.

Battelle Impacts More Than 1 Million Children with STEM Education Outreach

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Thursday, November 17, 2022
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When Battelle President and CEO Lou Von Thaer joined the organization in 2017, he set a goal to impact 1 million children annually with high-quality STEM education programming by 2025.

Key Points: 
  • When Battelle President and CEO Lou Von Thaer joined the organization in 2017, he set a goal to impact 1 million children annually with high-quality STEM education programming by 2025.
  • Donated $43 million in STEM education and grants over the last three years.
  • We encourage every major business to seek out at least one STEM education program to support in the next calendar year.
  • Learn more about Battelles STEM education initiatives by visiting: https://www.battelle.org/stem-education/
    Every day, the people of Battelle apply science and technology to solving what matters most.

Rocketship Public Schools Tennessee and the Turner-Agassi Education Facilities Fund Celebrate the Opening of a New, Music-Focused Charter Public School in Nashville

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Thursday, November 10, 2022
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Tennis champion Andre Agassi joined with Rocketship Public Schools Tennessee, the Turner-Agassi Education Facilities Fund, educators, students and parents today for the opening celebration of Rocketship Dream Community Prep, a beautiful new charter public school campus in Nashville.

Key Points: 
  • Tennis champion Andre Agassi joined with Rocketship Public Schools Tennessee, the Turner-Agassi Education Facilities Fund, educators, students and parents today for the opening celebration of Rocketship Dream Community Prep, a beautiful new charter public school campus in Nashville.
  • Rocketship Public Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public elementary charter schools serving disadvantaged communities across the country.
  • Rocketship Public Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public elementary charter schools serving disadvantaged communities across the country.
  • Through its high-performing public school model, Rocketship Public Schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community.

KIDS CAN STILL BE CHARGED WITH PROSTITUTION IN ALMOST HALF THE COUNTRY, NEW REPORT HIGHLIGHTS NEED FOR STEADY LEGISLATIVE IMPROVEMENTS

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022
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Through the Report Cards, Shared Hope is pushing states to ensure all children have access to protective care and services that help survivors heal and rebuild their lives.

Key Points: 
  • Through the Report Cards, Shared Hope is pushing states to ensure all children have access to protective care and services that help survivors heal and rebuild their lives.
  • In Shared Hopes Report Cards on Child & Youth Sex Trafficking, states are graded across six policy issue areas, providing a consistent measure of state progress.
  • In the next wave of legislative reform, Shared Hope is deepening its focus on state safe harbor laws.
  • It is vital the Report Cards reach the hands of lawmakers across the nation and spur survivor-centered legislative reform.