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Digital Academy of Florida Students are Now Eligible for NCAA Scholarships

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Monday, November 27, 2023

The flexibility of online schools often makes them a top option for these driven and laser-focused students.

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  • The flexibility of online schools often makes them a top option for these driven and laser-focused students.
  • Because serving these passions and personal pathways are a top priority, Digital Academy of Florida (DAOF) is excited to announce that the NCAA has officially approved its core curriculum.
  • She graduated from the Digital Academy of Florida (DAOF) last May, and now plays for Coastal Carolina on an NCAA scholarship.
  • Before Aida, DAOF students weren’t eligible for NCAA scholarships – a standing that Principal Fred Whitaker was determined to change.

HKTDC welcomes 2023 Policy Address

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

HONG KONG, Oct 25, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) welcomes the 2023 Policy Address, delivered today by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region's (HKSAR) Chief Executive Mr John Lee.

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  • HONG KONG, Oct 25, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) welcomes the 2023 Policy Address, delivered today by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region's (HKSAR) Chief Executive Mr John Lee.
  • The Policy Address presents a comprehensive set of measures encompassing various areas, such as the economy and trade, people's livelihood and youth development.
  • The Policy Address states the Government will leverage Hong Kong's advantages in professional services to develop the city into a regional intellectual property (IP) trading centre.
  • The Policy Address outlined the Government's intention to continuously promote the development of the convention and exhibition (C&E) industry.

Randstad Unveils Randstad Digital: a Premier Digital Enablement Partner Transforming Business for Today and Tomorrow

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Randstad Digital with its refreshed strategy and globally integrated organization will be led by Venu Lambu who was appointed in January 2023.

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  • Randstad Digital with its refreshed strategy and globally integrated organization will be led by Venu Lambu who was appointed in January 2023.
  • A growing client need is digital transformation support, driving us to consolidate our digital talent services into one global offering.
  • We're confident in expanding our technology for clients and becoming the preferred destination for digital talent through Randstad Digital, our new global organization," said Randstad CEO, Sander van ‘t Noordende.
  • Randstad Digital is the consolidation of decades of digital experience and know-how bringing together existing global capabilities under one unified brand.

Infosys Foundation USA Invests $200,000 to Boost Hoosier Tech Careers through Collaboration with TechPoint, Nextech and Indianapolis Public Schools

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Infosys Foundation USA , a non-profit organization focused on bridging the digital divide in America, announced a $200,000 investment to support Hoosiers in their pursuit of upskilling for tech careers.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Infosys Foundation USA , a non-profit organization focused on bridging the digital divide in America, announced a $200,000 investment to support Hoosiers in their pursuit of upskilling for tech careers.
  • We're thrilled to now reflect our expanded mission to digitally upskill the future workforce through our partnership with TechPoint, focused on advancing the Mission41K initiative," said, Kate Maloney, Executive Director, Infosys Foundation USA.
  • Acknowledging the support from Infosys Foundation USA, Jennifer Berry, CTE Pathway Director for IPS expressed enthusiasm about the opportunities this initiative will create for students to engage with successful tech careers.
  • Overall, nearly 5,000 Hoosiers are expected to benefit from this Infosys Foundation USA-funded programing, with a focus on increasing participation from historically underrepresented populations.

Chic Hong Kong boosts Hong Kong-Shenzhen economic dynamics

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Monday, May 29, 2023

HONG KONG, May 29, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Chic Hong Kong, jointly organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and the Shenzhen Municipal People's Government, concluded successfully yesterday.

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  • HONG KONG, May 29, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Chic Hong Kong, jointly organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and the Shenzhen Municipal People's Government, concluded successfully yesterday.
  • A flagship event of Guangdong-Hong Kong Cooperation Week, Chic Hong Kong enabled Hong Kong brands to reach a wider consumer base and provided them a stepping stone to the mainland market.
  • Stephen Liang, Assistant Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: "The success of Chic Hong Kong creates opportunities for Hong Kong brands to tap into the mainland market.
  • The shopping festival comprised three themed exhibition areas: Chic Living, Chic Style and Chic Taste, highlighting a diversity of trendy products from Hong Kong.

Indiana Gateway Alternative School to Offer Flexible High School Education At Home

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023

Enrollment is now open for the 2023-2024 school year at Indiana Gateway Alternative School (INGAS), a new full-time, tuition-free online public high school program dedicated to helping students who face hardships get back on track, earn their diplomas, and reach their full potential.

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  • Enrollment is now open for the 2023-2024 school year at Indiana Gateway Alternative School (INGAS), a new full-time, tuition-free online public high school program dedicated to helping students who face hardships get back on track, earn their diplomas, and reach their full potential.
  • “Indiana Gateway Alternative School does whatever it takes to help our students get to the finish line of a high school diploma,” said Dwight Ashley, Executive Director of INGAS.
  • High school students can balance a complete academic schedule with extracurricular pursuits, internships, and career-focused electives that will help set them up for success after graduation.
  • Enrollment at Indiana Gateway Alternative School is now open.

Over 900 Students from Online Virtual High Schools Across Indiana to Celebrate Commencement Ceremonies

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Friday, June 2, 2023

Students from across Indiana’s K12-powered network of online public schools serving K-12 grade students throughout the state, are ready to take charge of their futures.

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  • Students from across Indiana’s K12-powered network of online public schools serving K-12 grade students throughout the state, are ready to take charge of their futures.
  • Over 900 students will celebrate their graduates in person with commencement ceremonies during the coming weeks.
  • Each K12-powered online virtual school provides students access to a robust online curriculum in the core subjects with a host of electives and live virtual classes taught by state-certified teachers.
  • For more information about Indiana online schools, please visit our school finder website .

Digital Academy of Florida Celebrates Class of 2023 Including Nearly 150 Graduating with Industry Certifications

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

It marks the first time the graduating seniors will have met in person and is only the second in-person graduation ceremony since DAOF opened in 2019.

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  • It marks the first time the graduating seniors will have met in person and is only the second in-person graduation ceremony since DAOF opened in 2019.
  • This year’s graduating class includes 144 seniors who are ready for the workforce, having attained industry certifications including graphic design, information technology, entrepreneurship and small business.
  • DAOF this year hit a milestone of 1000 industry certifications earned by its students.
  • DAOF is highlighting their “Top Five Students” of the 2023 class at the ceremony, including Zamiyah Fitzwilliams, Vivian Garcia, Luna Rosales, Lillian Serrano and Noely Serrano.

Local Piedmont Student Wins Regional Spelling Bee

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023

For the second year in a row, her talent for spelling was all the buzz as Queen Bee Angel Canete won the Stride regional spelling bee representing Cyber Academy of South Carolina (CASC).

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  • For the second year in a row, her talent for spelling was all the buzz as Queen Bee Angel Canete won the Stride regional spelling bee representing Cyber Academy of South Carolina (CASC).
  • “CASC students are precocious and love a good challenge, and always look forward to the event.
  • “I am excited and ready to fly to Virginia for a chance to compete again at the national spelling bee – I came in second last year,” says Angel.
  • This will be the third Annual K12 Spelling Bee.

KPMG in Canada and global innovation leader MindBridge bring responsible AI to audits around the globe

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Monday, April 24, 2023

TORONTO, April 24, 2023 /CNW/ - KPMG in Canada and MindBridge announced today a new strategic alliance bringing advanced responsible artificial intelligence (AI) into KPMG's global organization and digital audits around the world.

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  • TORONTO, April 24, 2023 /CNW/ - KPMG in Canada and MindBridge announced today a new strategic alliance bringing advanced responsible artificial intelligence (AI) into KPMG's global organization and digital audits around the world.
  • "KPMG in Canada and MindBridge have been working carefully behind the scenes for many years to reimagine the audit experience," says Kristy Carscallen, Canadian Managing Partner for Audit and Assurance at KPMG in Canada.
  • "Our goal is to deliver even higher audit quality, better insights into businesses and increase the auditor's ability to analyze risk.
  • The new global alliance will embed AI on all audits consistently across the KPMG global network.