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THE NAMM FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES $477,500 IN GRANTS TO 24 MUSIC-MAKING PROGRAMS

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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CARLSBAD, Calif., Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The NAMM Foundation continues its vision of creating a more musical world, by providing financial grants to community music-making organizations that are serving as models for outreach and opportunities to make music. In line with the season of celebration and giving, a total of $477,500 has been awarded to 24 music organizations from around the world. The annual grants from NAMM Foundation reflect the generosity of all NAMM members and private donors and their ongoing support for the industry's annual gathering at The NAMM Show.

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  • The annual grants from NAMM Foundation reflect the generosity of all NAMM members and private donors and their ongoing support for the industry's annual gathering at The NAMM Show.
  • The Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation - NAMM Foundation funding supports the "School Instrument Donation" program serving low-income and under-resourced school music programs in both rural and urban communities across the country.
  • NAMM Foundation funding supports emerging programs at four existing sites and the addition of a new site.
  • Young Audiences Arts for Learning - NAMM Foundation funding supports, sustains, and expands the curation and management of The NAMM Foundation " Nonprofit Management Institute " at The 2024 NAMM Show.

Dallas Bright Futures Announces The Monty J. and Sarah Z. Bennett Dallas Scholarship for College-Bound DISD Seniors

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
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DALLAS, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dallas Bright Futures proudly announces the launch of a new merit and adversity-based college scholarship program for eligible Dallas youth, The Monty J. and Sarah Z. Bennett Dallas Scholarship.

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  • DALLAS, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dallas Bright Futures proudly announces the launch of a new merit and adversity-based college scholarship program for eligible Dallas youth, The Monty J. and Sarah Z. Bennett Dallas Scholarship.
  • In its first year, the Monty J. and Sarah Z. Bennett Dallas Scholarship will offer approximately five college scholarships up to $5,000 each that can be used by scholarship awardees to cover tuition, books or living expenses.
  • "Education is the foundation for a brighter future," commented Monty J. Bennett and Sarah Z. Bennett.
  • Monty J. Bennett and Sarah Z. Bennett are lifelong advocates of civic engagement, advocating especially for children and educational equality.

LPA Adds John Hoenig to Lead Texas Structural Engineering Team

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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DALLAS, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- LPA Design Studios has expanded its Texas leadership team with the addition of John Hoenig as Managing Director of Structural Engineering. Based in Dallas, Hoenig will lead LPA's structural engineering efforts throughout Texas, working within LPA's integrated design practice, which is setting new standards for high-performance buildings.

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  • DALLAS, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- LPA Design Studios has expanded its Texas leadership team with the addition of John Hoenig as Managing Director of Structural Engineering.
  • Based in Dallas, Hoenig will lead LPA's structural engineering efforts throughout Texas, working within LPA's integrated design practice, which is setting new standards for high-performance buildings.
  • - LPA Director of Structural Engineering Bryan Seamer
    Hoenig brings more than two decades of structural work to his new role.
  • "John's collaborative approach to structural engineering is a great match with our integrated design practice," says LPA Director of Structural Engineering Bryan Seamer.

DFW School Districts Enter into "Upstander Partnership" with Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum, Bringing Valuable Museum Curricula into the Classroom

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Friday, August 18, 2023
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DALLAS, Aug. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum is pleased to announce Dallas Independent School District has entered into Upstander Partnership agreements with the Museum to offer TEKS-aligned civics and citizenship skills curricula for grades K-12, joining Coppell ISD. Building year over year, the program gives school districts lessons and resources to better inform students' academic careers and positively impact their futures beyond the classroom.

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  • Building year over year, the program gives school districts lessons and resources to better inform students' academic careers and positively impact their futures beyond the classroom.
  • An upstander is someone who stands up for their rights and for the rights of others," said Higgins.
  • "We are delighted that other school districts are now joining, because we know their students, teachers and communities will benefit from making this unique educational resource available in their schools."
  • "Amazon is proud to partner with the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum in this important endeavor," said Vickie Yakunin, head of community affairs for Amazon's North Texas region.

DFW School Districts Enter into "Upstander Partnership" with Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum, Bringing Valuable Museum Curricula into the Classroom

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Thursday, August 17, 2023
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DALLAS, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum is pleased to announce Dallas Independent School District has entered into Upstander Partnership agreements with the Museum to offer TEKS-aligned civics and citizenship skills curricula for grades K-12, joining Coppell ISD. Building year over year, the program gives school districts lessons and resources to better inform students' academic careers and positively impact their futures beyond the classroom.

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  • DALLAS, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum is pleased to announce Dallas Independent School District has entered into Upstander Partnership agreements with the Museum to offer TEKS-aligned civics and citizenship skills curricula for grades K-12, joining Coppell ISD.
  • Building year over year, the program gives school districts lessons and resources to better inform students' academic careers and positively impact their futures beyond the classroom.
  • "The Museum is thrilled to partner with these forward-thinking school districts to bring our innovative programming to more North Texas students than ever before," said Mary Pat Higgins, Museum president and CEO.
  • The Upstander Partnership offers grade-tailored curricula that cover a student's academic career until graduation.

Introducing The Business of Impact Podcast: Inspiring Stories of Purpose-Driven Leadership by Wavestone 

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023
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NEW YORK , June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Wavestone launches The Business of Impact podcast, an engaging and thought-provoking series exploring the journeys of purpose-driven leaders who are making a significant impact in their industries and communities.

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  • NEW YORK , June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Wavestone launches The Business of Impact podcast, an engaging and thought-provoking series exploring the journeys of purpose-driven leaders who are making a significant impact in their industries and communities.
  • Hosted by Cecilia Edwards, a partner at the firm, this podcast aims to inspire listeners to transform their businesses and careers by prioritizing social responsibility and sustainable growth.
  • Each episode of The Business of Impact podcast features in-depth interviews with prominent leaders from various sectors who share their experiences, insights, and lessons learned while creating positive change.
  • In the first episode, Cecilia Edwards interviews Don Williams, the former Chairman and CEO of Trammell Crow Company.

Humana Healthy Horizons Commits $488,000 to Improve Health of Texans

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Thursday, March 30, 2023
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Humana Healthy Horizons, the Medicaid business of leading health and well-being company Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), has announced investments of $488,000 in community efforts to improve the health and well-being of Texans.

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  • Humana Healthy Horizons, the Medicaid business of leading health and well-being company Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), has announced investments of $488,000 in community efforts to improve the health and well-being of Texans.
  • The recent announcements bring Humana Healthy Horizons’ total support of community organizations in Texas to $1.4 million since 2020.
  • The company supports organizations that share its passion for overcoming public health challenges and improving the health and well-being of Texans.
  • In addition to the grants from Humana Healthy Horizons, the Humana Foundation—Humana’s philanthropic arm for the past 40 years—has provided $7.3 million in grants since 2018 for programs aimed at improving the health of Texans.

Mary Kay Inspires Next Generation of Female STEAM Leaders at Youth Summit

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Monday, February 13, 2023
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230213005585/en/
    Mary Kay Inc. welcomed students from the Irma Lerma Rangel Young Women’s Leadership School to R3 for a STEAM themed summit exploring being a woman in STEAM.
  • Following the tour, students heard from a panel of female experts in their respective STEAM fields.
  • “Mary Kay is committed to empowering and inspiring the next generation of women to pursue their passions—because the future is STEAM,” said Dr. Lucy Gildea, Chief Innovation Officer, Product and Science at Mary Kay.
  • [1] By offering continued support to young women in STEAM fields, the company is continuing Mary Kay’s mission, which is to improve the lives of women everywhere.

UVA REPORT: K-12 SCHOOL SYSTEMS MUST EMBRACE INGENUITY OR RISK FAILURE FOR STUDENTS AND STAFF

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Thursday, February 16, 2023
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CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va., Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following years of challenges brought on by COVID-19 and the inequities in education highlighted by the pandemic, decades- and centuries-old educational systems are finally being challenged. The school systems and dynamic leaders that embrace change will succeed and create an educational environment that is more equitable and prepares students for their futures. A new report from The Partnership for Leaders in Education at the University of Virginia (UVA-PLE), "Exploring New Frontiers for K-12 Systems Transformation," determined that these challenges have sparked a transformation of education systems in the United States.

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  • The school systems and dynamic leaders that embrace change will succeed and create an educational environment that is more equitable and prepares students for their futures.
  • "Districts that innovate and embrace change will thrive, and the districts that choose to ignore or, worse, resist transformation put themselves and their students at risk."
  • The report also includes vignettes, case examples, and recommendations for transforming our systems to better serve students and families.
  • Fifty percent of UVA-PLE's recent partners have reported double-digit gains in math or language arts in only two years.

Dallas Law Firm Chamblee Ryan Promotes Attorneys Reagan Boyce, Annik Morgan to Partner

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Tuesday, January 3, 2023
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DALLAS, Jan. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dallas-based trial law firm of Chamblee Ryan PC is pleased to announce that Reagan E. Boyce and Annik L. Morgan have been named partners.

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  • DALLAS, Jan. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dallas-based trial law firm of Chamblee Ryan PC is pleased to announce that Reagan E. Boyce and Annik L. Morgan have been named partners.
  • "It's very gratifying to acknowledge the leadership, tenacity, trial skills and commitment to client service that Reagan and Annik have exemplified during the past several years with us," says William H. Chamblee , co-founder and managing partner of the 25-year-old firm.
  • "I'm confident that Reagan and Annik will continue to serve as valuable supporters and mentors for our entire team."
  • Chamblee Ryan PC is a Dallas-based trial firm representing insurance companies, medical professionals, transportation providers, health care institutions and other businesses.