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National Institute for Innovation and Technology's President & CEO Commends State of the Union's Focus on Apprenticeships and Advanced Manufacturing

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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HANOVER, Md., March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Institute for Innovation and Technology's President & CEO Mike Russo praised the recent State of the Union address for its emphasis on expanding apprenticeships and bolstering advanced manufacturing. President Biden's comments on workforce development in advanced manufacturing align closely with the Institute's ongoing mission as the nation's leader in the semiconductor talent pipeline development and a U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) national Intermediary responsible for establishing and expanding Registered Apprenticeships (RAs) throughout semiconductor and nanotechnology-related industry supply chains.

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  • Institute's President & CEO Mike Russo commends President Biden's remarks on apprenticeships and their importance for the economic future of the U.S.
    HANOVER, Md., March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Institute for Innovation and Technology's President & CEO Mike Russo praised the recent State of the Union address for its emphasis on expanding apprenticeships and bolstering advanced manufacturing.
  • "In the State of the Union address, we heard a powerful commitment to the future of our workforce.
  • The focus on apprenticeships and 'learn-and-earn' opportunities and the push for innovation in advanced manufacturing are steps in the right direction to secure the country's technological and economic leadership," said Russo.
  • "At the Institute, we've seen firsthand the transformative impact of these initiatives through our successful partnerships with industry leaders."

XanEdu and Lived Places Publishing Deliver Collections to Illuminate the Experience of Social Identity in the Lived Places We Share

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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"Collections include Black Women's Experiences, Black Family Experiences, Disability Studies, and Education Studies."

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  • "Collections include Black Women's Experiences, Black Family Experiences, Disability Studies, and Education Studies."
  • Lived Places Publishing (LPP) specializes in interdisciplinary and subject-based collections in topics across academic curriculum – such as Black Studies, Gender Studies, Disability Studies, and Queer and LGBT+ Studies.
  • LPP collections deliver thoughtful, concise course readings that help faculty illuminate the experience of social identity and the lived places we share.
  • The initial collections offered via this new partnership include Black Women's Experiences, Black Family Experiences, Disability Studies, and Education Studies.

Rediker Software Sets New Standard in Admissions and Enrollment Management Solutions for K-12 Schools with Latest AdmissionsPlus Update

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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HAMPDEN, Mass., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Rediker Software, a leading provider of school management solutions, announces the release of a major update to its flagship admissions management software, AdmissionsPlus. Building on its success as a comprehensive admissions and enrollment management software for K-12 schools, this latest version delivers a streamlined workflow, an intuitive and modern interface, and a host of powerful new features designed to simplify and enhance the enrollment process for schools and families alike.

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  • HAMPDEN, Mass., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Rediker Software, a leading provider of school management solutions, announces the release of a major update to its flagship admissions management software, AdmissionsPlus.
  • The result is a software solution that empowers schools to attract, engage, and welcome new students with ease.
  • Features for All Types of K-12 Schools: AdmissionsPlus is designed for all types of PK-12 schools, including charter, independent, international, and public schools.
  • For more information about AdmissionsPlus and the new features, and to take a guided tour, please visit Rediker's Admissions and Enrollment page.

United States-Japan Foundation Announces Latest Grants

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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TOKYO, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The United States Foundation announced its latest round of grants awarded in late 2023 and early 2024.

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  • TOKYO, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The United States Foundation announced its latest round of grants awarded in late 2023 and early 2024.
  • Details for the application process can be found here:
    USJF has given out more than $100 million in grants in the two countries since its founding.
  • In addition to giving out grants, the Foundation has for the past 20 years run the US-Japan Leadership Program, a network that has grown to more than 500 American and Japanese policymakers, scholars, entrepreneurs, artists, and activists.
  • Here's a full list of the 2023-2024 United States-Japan Foundation grant recipients:
    "Maureen Mansfield Women's Empowerment Series -- Japan-Korea-U.S.

Skyward's International Conference, iCon, Draws Record Attendance

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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STEVENS POINT, Wis., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Skyward, a school administration software provider committed to helping K-12 leaders spend less time on tasks and more time with students, gathered with edtech and K-12 leaders March 6-8, 2024 in St. Pete Beach, Florida for their annual international conference, iCon. With over 450 attendees representing 18 states, participants enjoyed over 80 informative sessions, engaging networking opportunities, and a special ceremony celebrating Skyward's 2024 Leader in Excellence Winners.

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  • For the last 21 years, iCon has been the premier professional development event for Skyward users.
  • Based on their unique district needs, attendees representing various K-12 roles could customize their experience with their choice of sessions.
  • These Leader in Excellence winners are recognized for their unique solutions, dedicated nature, and inspiring achievements that influence leaders worldwide.
  • Next year's international conference will take place February 26-28, 2025 at TradeWinds Island Resort in St. Pete Beach, Florida.

Goodside Health Expands Services into Pediatric Primary Health Care

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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AUSTIN & FORT WORTH, TX, March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Goodside Health, a renowned leader in closing the gaps in children's healthcare, is proud to announce the expansion of their services into Pediatric Primary Health Care.

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  • AUSTIN & FORT WORTH, TX, March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Goodside Health, a renowned leader in closing the gaps in children's healthcare, is proud to announce the expansion of their services into Pediatric Primary Health Care.
  • By stepping into Primary Care, Goodside Health aims to provide comprehensive and accessible healthcare to children with a focus on their long-term health and wellbeing.
  • Primary Care Patients can now access the care they need conveniently from any Goodside Health location, including scheduled primary care visits, walk-in urgent care available 365 days a year, on-demand telehealth services available 8am–9pm, and school-based services (where available in 1000+ Texas and Florida schools).
  • "We are thrilled to expand our services into Primary Health Care," said Brian White, CEO of Goodside Health.

D&H Distributing Awarded Cooperative Contract Through OMNIA Partners

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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D&H’s full range of technology solutions is available through OMNIA Partners to all public sector and nonprofit organizations, including K-12, higher education, state, and local governments.

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  • D&H’s full range of technology solutions is available through OMNIA Partners to all public sector and nonprofit organizations, including K-12, higher education, state, and local governments.
  • Through the OMNIA Partners cooperative contract, D&H is expanding its investment in an already-robust offering for partners selling into the K-12 and SLED (state, local, and education) verticals.
  • These MSPs are eager to continue to expand their public sector business with D&H through interaction with participating agencies of OMNIA Partners.
  • Learn more about OMNIA Partners at www.omniapartners.com
    *NCPA is a wholly owned subsidiary of OMNIA Partners, dba OMNIA Partners, Public Sector.

Micron Releases ‘What Makes Us Micron’ 2023 Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Report

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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“Micron is focused on cultivating a work environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds combine to create innovative solutions to challenging technology problems,” said Micron President and CEO Sanjay Mehrotra.

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  • “Micron is focused on cultivating a work environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds combine to create innovative solutions to challenging technology problems,” said Micron President and CEO Sanjay Mehrotra.
  • “This impressive engagement underscores the vibrant, supportive community Micron fosters,” said Vice President and Chief Diversity Inclusion Officer Fran Dillard.
  • Micron also scored 100 on the Disability Equality Index and the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index in 2023.
  • The full Micron report, titled “What Makes Us Micron: 2023 DEI Report,” can be found at www.micron.com/dei .

Verizon Innovative Learning reaches 7 million students nationwide to tackle digital divide

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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BASKING RIDGE, N.J., March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Verizon announced that Verizon Innovative Learning , the company’s award-winning education initiative focused on supporting digital equity and inclusion for students nationwide, has reached seven million students with digital skills training.

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  • BASKING RIDGE, N.J., March 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Verizon announced that Verizon Innovative Learning , the company’s award-winning education initiative focused on supporting digital equity and inclusion for students nationwide, has reached seven million students with digital skills training.
  • That’s why, over a decade ago, Verizon Innovative Learning was launched to address barriers to digital inclusion in Title I schools.
  • “For over 11 years, it has been our commitment to ensure students are provided equal access to digital technology and next-gen tools.
  • In addition to supporting Title I schools across the U.S. with access to technology and innovative learning programs, Verizon also provides educators nationwide with access to tools to help bring new ways of learning into their classrooms through Verizon Innovative Learning HQ .

AWIS Announces New Nevada Chapter

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Association for Women in Science (AWIS) is pleased to announce that another chapter has been established to serve the state of Nevada.

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Association for Women in Science (AWIS) is pleased to announce that another chapter has been established to serve the state of Nevada.
  • Brock says, “Our chapter is incredibly diverse which allows us to tap into a wealth of knowledge and experience.
  • If you are interested in learning more about the AWIS Nevada Chapter, please visit www.awisnevada.org , email [email protected] , or follow @AWISNevada on social media.
  • In addition to scholarships, AWIS provides career resources, and professional development, as well as networking, mentoring, and volunteer opportunities to build leadership skills.