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Constellation Acquisition Corp I Announces Notification to New York Stock Exchange of Intention to Voluntarily Delist Ordinary Shares, Warrants and Units

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

New York, N.Y., Dec. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Constellation Acquisition Corp I (NYSE: CSTA) (the “Company”) today announced its intention to voluntarily delist its Class A ordinary shares, par value $0.0001 per share (the “Ordinary Shares”), redeemable warrants, each one whole warrant exercisable for one share of Class A ordinary shares at an exercise price of $11.50 (the “Warrants”) and units, each consisting of one share of Class A ordinary shares and one-third of one redeemable warrant (the “Units” and together with the Ordinary Shares and the Warrants, the “Securities”) from The New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) and its intention to make an application to have its Securities quoted on the OTCQX Marketplace (“OTCQX”). The Company provided notice of the voluntary delisting to NYSE on December 20, 2023 and intends to timely file a Form 25 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) to effect the delisting. It is anticipated that the delisting will become effective on or about January 11, 2024. Although the timing of the Company’s decision was driven in part by the determination it could soon fall out of compliance with NYSE listing standards, the Company has been evaluating its listing options for some time and has concluded that, for the Company, the cost of an NYSE listing, and the management attention required to maintain compliance with NYSE listing standards, outweighs the benefits of being listed on NYSE. Eliminating the effort required to maintain compliance with NYSE listing standards will better enable the Company to focus on its purpose of effecting a merger, capital share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses. The Company intends to make an application to have its Ordinary Shares quoted on OTCQX and expects that the Ordinary Shares will be quoted on the OTCQX under its current trading symbol “CSTA”, the Warrants will be quoted on the OTCQX under its current trading symbol “CSTA.WS” and the Units will be quoted on the OTCQX under its current trading symbol “CSTA.U” on the next trading day after NYSE trading is no longer available, subject to the approval of the OTCQX. The Company expects that transferring its Securities to the OTCQX will enable its investors to hold and trade its Securities without interruption.

Key Points: 
  • It is anticipated that the delisting will become effective on or about January 11, 2024.
  • The Company expects that transferring its Securities to the OTCQX will enable its investors to hold and trade its Securities without interruption.
  • This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.
  • All statements other than statements of historical facts contained in this press release are forward-looking statements.

Imagine Learning Enhances STEM Education with Advanced Python Course in Imagine Robotify

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Imagine Learning announces the launch of an innovative Python course in Imagine Robotify, designed for 8th graders.

Key Points: 
  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Imagine Learning announces the launch of an innovative Python course in Imagine Robotify, designed for 8th graders.
  • "Flex's Rescue Training" course marks a significant step in enhancing STEM education within schools, offering an engaging and relevant learning experience for students.
  • By merging Python programming with ecological problem-solving, students will experience a hands-on, interdisciplinary approach, enriching their STEM learning journey.
  • "The launch of our advanced Python course in Imagine Robotify marks a significant milestone in our mission to make advanced STEM education accessible to all students," says Sarah Anderson, Vice President of Product Management, Supplemental at Imagine Learning.

2023 State of Computer Science Report Highlights Record Growth, Urgent Areas for Improvement

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

SEATTLE, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Code.org, the Computer Science Teachers Association, and the Expanding Computing Education Pathways Alliance released the 2023 State of Computer Science Education.

Key Points: 
  • 2023 is the year of the largest growth in the percentage of high schools offering foundational computer science since 2018.
  • 57.5% of U.S. public high schools offer foundational computer science (up from 53% last year), but disparities in access persist.
  • More than $120 million was allocated for computer science in state budgets when this report was published in 2023, the most ever allocated in one year.
  • Statewide policies create a sustainable and equitable computer science education environment, and the ten policies recommended by the Code.org Advocacy Coalition have accelerated the availability of computer science opportunities across schools nationwide.

New Coalition Formed to Increase Hispanic Participation in Computer Science

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Friday, December 9, 2022

Recent research found that although Latinos make up nearly 20% of the overall US population with nearly 30% of the student population, Hispanics make up only 7% of the STEM workforce. Further, according to Code.org, only 20% of all Hispanics students enroll in CS courses, additionally Hispanics only make up 8% of CS college graduates. The coalition will focus on the full K-12 - workforce continuum -- seeking to find the gaps and create pathways and support to retain Hispanic CS students.

Key Points: 
  • The Hispanic CS Coalition has chosen social impact PR and advocacy firm, Whiteboard Advisors as the agency of record.
  • The Hispanic CS Coalition aims to generate a deeper understanding of barriers to participation in CS education among Hispanic learners, advance research on best practices, create programmatic solutions, and recommend policy interventions with the potential to increase representation of Hispanics in CS.
  • The coalition will focus on the full K-12 - workforce continuum -- seeking to find the gaps and create pathways and support to retain Hispanic CS students.
  • "Hispanic youth face systemic and structural barriers to full participation in Computer Science learning opportunities.

CoderZ Launches New Code Farm Coding and Robotics Course for Grades Four Through Six

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Friday, December 2, 2022

DERRY, N.H., Dec. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- When young students learn coding, they hone skills – such as computational thinking and collaboration – that enhance their success in school and future careers. CoderZ, an award-winning, cloud-based robotics and STEM platform, is helping educators introduce computer science in elementary and early middle school with its new Code Farm coding and robotics course for grades four through six.

Key Points: 
  • CoderZ , an award-winning, cloud-based robotics and STEM platform, is helping educators introduce computer science in elementary and early middle school with its new Code Farm coding and robotics course for grades four through six.
  • Created for teachers and students with no prior experience in coding or robotics, Code Farm provides 45-60 hours of self-paced, gamified activities with real-time feedback and step-by-step instructions.
  • The course offers a broad view of computer science education through a variety of lenses: engineering design, algorithms and coding, ethics and the social impact of technology, and more.
  • The course is aligned with relevant standards frameworks, such as CSTA and NGSS, and includes extension opportunities for middle school classrooms.

New Report Shows Disparities in Access to Computer Science Education Persist, Except in States Where Coursework is Required for Graduation

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

SEATTLE, Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- While the percentage of U.S. high schools offering foundational computer science coursework has increased year-over-year and over time, there remain significant gaps in access, particularly among historically underrepresented and underserved students, according to a report released today by Code.org, the Computer Science Teachers Association, and the Expanding Computing Education Pathways Alliance. However, states with a graduation requirement for computer science see stronger participation from groups historically underrepresented in computer science.

Key Points: 
  • However, states with a graduation requirement for computer science see stronger participation from groups historically underrepresented in computer science.
  • The annual report, the 2022 State of Computer Science Report commends the states that have adopted policies to ensure equitable access to computer science for all students and urges other states to follow suit.
  • 53% of U.S. high schools offer foundational computer science, an increase from 51% last year and 35% in 2018, but disparities in access persist.
  • The Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) is a membership organization that supports and promotes the teaching of computer science.

AGF’s John Christofilos Named President of the Canadian Security Traders Association (CSTA)

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022

TORONTO, Aug. 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AGF Investments Inc. (AGF) is proud to share that John Christofilos, AGF's Chief Trading Officer, has been named President of the Canadian Security Traders Association, Inc. (CSTA) effective August 20, 2022.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Aug. 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AGF Investments Inc. (AGF) is proud to share that John Christofilos, AGF's Chief Trading Officer, has been named President of the Canadian Security Traders Association, Inc. (CSTA) effective August 20, 2022.
  • "I'm honoured to be named CSTA President and excited to serve as a nationalvoice and advocate for its affiliate trading organizations across Canada, said John Christofilos.
  • About The Canadian Security Traders Association, Inc.
  • The Canadian Security Traders Association, Inc. is a professional trade organization that works to
    improve the ethics, business standards and working environment for members who are engaged in the buying, selling and trading of securities (mainly equities).

Imagine Robotify Rolls Out New Features for Back-to-School

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Thursday, August 11, 2022

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Imagine Learning, the largest provider of digital curriculum solutions in the U.S., serving 15 million students in more than half the school districts nationwide, today announced new features for its newest product, Imagine Robotify. Designed to align with Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) standards, Imagine Robotify is a browser-based computer science learning platform that uses virtual, animated robots to teach coding to students in Grades 3-8 and beyond in an engaging, fun, and accessible way.

Key Points: 
  • "Since acquiring Robotify, our inventive team has found more ways to make teaching computer science and coding even more accessible and affordable."
  • Imagine Robotify is a browser-based digital solution designed to teach coding using the world's best computer science simulator.
  • "Our mission has always been to show more students the power of computer science and coding," said Adam Dalton, co-founder and CEO of Imagine Robotify.
  • "Receiving a prestigious CODiE Award is further proof that Imagine Robotify is making a difference and helping to empower equitable learning breakthroughs for all students."

Pluralsight One Commits Over $3 Million to Strategic Nonprofit Partners to Expand Access to Technology Skills Around the Globe

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Wednesday, June 22, 2022

Additionally, Pluralsight has provided product grants totalling approximately 5,000 free Pluralsight Skills licenses to new partners.

Key Points: 
  • Additionally, Pluralsight has provided product grants totalling approximately 5,000 free Pluralsight Skills licenses to new partners.
  • The grants will support nonprofit partners as they meet the rapidly evolving needs of the communities they serve.
  • Existing Pluralsight One strategic partners that are receiving additional grants include the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), Year Up, Malala Fund, Code.org, and the Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA).
  • With Pluralsight Skills, enterprise organizations can utilize strategic skills consulting services, courses, hands-on labs, and knowledge assessments to build tech skills for individuals and teams at scale.

Oklahoma Christian University and BloomBoard Announce Innovative New Master's Degrees for K-12 Teacher Advancement using Micro-Credentials

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Thursday, January 27, 2022

COVID, and the resulting mix of remote and in-class learning, has been trying for educators and families across the country.

Key Points: 
  • COVID, and the resulting mix of remote and in-class learning, has been trying for educators and families across the country.
  • "These new on-the-job learning programs deliver on our goal to make modern instruction accessible," said John deSteiguer, President of Oklahoma Christian University.
  • Oklahoma Christian University is a higher learning community that transforms lives for Christian faith, scholarship and service.
  • BloomBoard offers micro-credential advancement pathways for educators to meaningfully improve their instructional practice and accelerate both their careers and their compensation.