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Savvas Learning Company Acquires Outlier.org

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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PARAMUS, N.J., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Savvas Learning Company, a next-generation K-12 learning solutions leader, today announced that it has acquired Outlier.org, an edtech startup that has created a portfolio of high-quality, turnkey, online college-level courses that enable high school students to earn dual credit while never having to leave their school building.

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  • PARAMUS, N.J., Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Savvas Learning Company , a next-generation K-12 learning solutions leader, today announced that it has acquired Outlier.org, an edtech startup that has created a portfolio of high-quality, turnkey, online college-level courses that enable high school students to earn dual credit while never having to leave their school building.
  • This acquisition allows us to create an exciting new opportunity for millions of high school students served by Savvas.
  • "There's a growing demand for dual-enrollment and dual-credit opportunities for high school students across the country," said Bethlam Forsa, CEO of Savvas Learning Company, noting, however, that school administrators have long faced challenges when considering these programs for their students, such as limited course offerings, along with costly transportation and other logistical issues.
  • "This acquisition will allow us to create an exciting new opportunity for the millions of high school students served by Savvas."

Age of Learning Appoints Dr. Daniel A. Domenech as Superintendent-in-Residence

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
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Age of Learning, leading education technology innovator and creator of the widely popular ABCmouse® Early Learning Academy, today announced the appointment of Dr. Daniel A. Domenech, highly respected education leader and former Executive Director of AASA (The School Superintendents Association), as Superintendent-in-Residence.

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  • Age of Learning, leading education technology innovator and creator of the widely popular ABCmouse® Early Learning Academy, today announced the appointment of Dr. Daniel A. Domenech, highly respected education leader and former Executive Director of AASA (The School Superintendents Association), as Superintendent-in-Residence.
  • Dr. Domenech will work alongside Age of Learning’s inaugural Superintendent-in-Residence, Dr. Art Cavazos, to continue to raise awareness of the proven effectiveness of the company’s adaptive, personalized mastery learning programs, My Math Academy® , and My Reading Academy™ .
  • Domenech exemplifies visionary leadership in education, and we are thrilled to welcome him to Age of Learning,” said Ty West, General Manager, Schools Division at Age of Learning.
  • Dr. Domenech began his teaching career in New York City before becoming program director for the Nassau Board of Cooperative Educational Services.

Navigate360's JP Guilbault and Dr. Joe McKenna to Present Trends Shaping School Culture and Climate at the National Forum on Education Policy

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Thursday, July 13, 2023
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RICHFIELD, Ohio, July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Navigate360, the nation's leader in K–12 school safety and student wellness solutions, announces JP Guilbault, Chief Executive Officer at Navigate360, Karen Barnes, Ph.D., LCSW, Threat Assessment & Mental Health Officer at the Maine School Safety Center, Maine Department of Education and Dr. Joe McKenna, Ph.D., Vice President of Threat Detection & Prevention Program Development at Navigate360, will present at the Education Commission of the States' National Forum on Education Policy July 12–14 in Minneapolis. Guilbault will share all-new data on how K–12 district personnel report feeling prepared to address physical safety and their students' social-emotional or character education needs.

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  • Guilbault will share all-new data on how K–12 district personnel report feeling prepared to address physical safety and their students' social-emotional or character education needs.
  • According to new data from Navigate360, educators at the largest school districts feel less prepared to address physical safety than educators at mid- and small-sized school districts.
  • The session, titled "Data Trends Shaping School Culture and Climate," will take place on Thursday, July 13, from 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. CDT at the conference.
  • An annual conference, the National Forum on Education Policy brings together education leaders to discuss the most pressing issues in state education policy.

Education Development Center to Take Forward the Education Commission's Bold Agenda and Programs

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Thursday, June 29, 2023
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Education Development Center (EDC), a global nonprofit working at the intersection of education, health, and economic opportunity, is thrilled to announce the Education Commission ’s team and programs are joining EDC effective July 1.

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  • Education Development Center (EDC), a global nonprofit working at the intersection of education, health, and economic opportunity, is thrilled to announce the Education Commission ’s team and programs are joining EDC effective July 1.
  • "I couldn’t be more thrilled to have the Commission’s team join us at EDC,” said Liesbet Steer, President and CEO of Education Development Center and former executive director of the Education Commission.
  • “Together, we can expand and accelerate the Education Commission’s Learning Generation agenda to invest in quality education for a rapidly changing world.
  • “The Education Commission's call to action, centered inclusion and equity at the heart of deep and urgent transformation needed for education and education systems across the world.

National Math + Science Initiative Appoints Education Policy Leader Jeremy Anderson as Chief Executive Officer

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Thursday, April 27, 2023
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DALLAS, April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Math and Science Initiative, a nonprofit organization committed to closing opportunity gaps and increasing college access through K-12 STEM education, announces the appointment of Jeremy Anderson as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Anderson's more than 25 years of policy expertise, including 10 years as president of the Education Commission of the States (ECS), combined with his career-long devotion to educational equity and excellence, will help NMSI elevate its mission-critical work in ensuring that all students reach their highest potential. Effective August 14, 2023, Anderson succeeds veteran astronaut, STEM education advocate and founding NMSI board member Dr. Bernard A. Harris, Jr. after four years of leading the organization as CEO.

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  • DALLAS, April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Math and Science Initiative, a nonprofit organization committed to closing opportunity gaps and increasing college access through K-12 STEM education, announces the appointment of Jeremy Anderson as Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
  • "Our economy is rapidly evolving, and the jobs of the future demand proficiency in math and science from every student," said Anderson.
  • "The National Math and Science Initiative is a tremendous platform to help all students master the math and science skills necessary to move to the next level and provide coaching and training to math and science teachers across the nation.
  • Anderson has provided strategic leadership on education policy design and implementation through multiple projects with national policy organizations such as the National Governors Association, Council of Chief State School Officers and the National Conference of State Legislatures.

NATIONAL PATHWAYS INITIATIVE ANNOUNCES BIPARTISAN SUMMIT TO ADDRESS CRISIS IN EDUCATION WITH A BOLD REFORM AGENDA

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Thursday, January 12, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Pathways Initiative (NPI), a national coalition of prominent leaders from education, business, government, students and the civil rights community today announced that it will be convening a national education summit in Washington DC on March 16th, 2023 to advance the pathways approach to education. 

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  • Our leadership committee and supporters include:
    Prominent business organizations such as the State Business Executives as well as major companies.
  • Key educational organizations including the Education Commission of the States, Education Trust, the Teachers and Principals Unions, and Pathways innovators like the National Academies Foundation.
  • Now, the National Pathways Initiative has put forward a policy agenda with achievable reforms that have bipartisan support.
  • The summit in Washington D.C. will convene all these stakeholders and members of Congress to chart a path forward to adopt these bi-partisan solutions.

EDC Names Liesbet Steer as President and CEO

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Thursday, January 5, 2023
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The Board of Trustees for Education Development Center (EDC) , a global nonprofit advancing solutions at the intersection of education, health, and economic opportunity, announced today the selection of Liesbet Steer as its next president and CEO.

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  • The Board of Trustees for Education Development Center (EDC) , a global nonprofit advancing solutions at the intersection of education, health, and economic opportunity, announced today the selection of Liesbet Steer as its next president and CEO.
  • “On behalf of our Board of Trustees and EDC staff across the globe, I am thrilled to officially welcome Liesbet Steer as our next president and CEO,” said Ciara Burnham, Chair of EDC’s Board of Trustees.
  • Offensend joined EDC in 2015 as president and CEO ​​following his role as the chief operating officer at the New York Public Library.
  • “There is no one better suited to take over as president and CEO,” added Offensend.

Administrator Guzman Announces Path Forward for Veteran Small Business Certification Program

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022
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As we celebrate National Veterans Small Business Week, I am proud that the SBA is designing its new Veteran Small Business Certification Program to be the gold standard in customer experience and support to ensure we grow our base of veteran federal contractors, said Administrator Guzman.

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  • As we celebrate National Veterans Small Business Week, I am proud that the SBA is designing its new Veteran Small Business Certification Program to be the gold standard in customer experience and support to ensure we grow our base of veteran federal contractors, said Administrator Guzman.
  • The decision to extend the certification will make a real difference for our nations veteran business owners as we move forward with transitioning this certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs, said Larry Stubblefield, Associate Administrator for the SBAs Office of Veterans Business Development.
  • The announcement of the one-year extension for both veteran and service-disabled veteran small business owners further demonstrates the SBAs dedication to helping the veteran small business community succeed and thrive.
  • For the latest information on the Veteran Small Business Certification program, visit www.sba.gov/federal-contracting/contracting-assistance-programs/veteran-... or email [email protected] .

Complete College America Recognizes Founder and Director of the USC Center for Urban Education with Top Honor

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022
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INDIANAPOLIS, Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Estela Mara Bensimon, founder of the Center for Urban Education at the University of Southern California, is the 2022 recipient of the Stan Jones Legacy Award, Complete College America announced today. The Stan Jones Legacy Award recognizes an individual, organization or state that has consistently embodied the vision of Complete College America and worked toward achieving the goals of increasing the number of students who earn credentials of value. The award was established in 2016 to honor CCA's founder and first president. Bensimon is the fifth recipient of this honor.

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  • Founder and Director of the USC Center for Urban Education recognized by higher education reform nonprofit for efforts to place racial equity at the center of higher education policy, research and practice
    INDIANAPOLIS, Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Estela Mara Bensimon, founder of the Center for Urban Education at the University of Southern California, is the 2022 recipient of the Stan Jones Legacy Award, Complete College America announced today.
  • "Dr. Bensimon has established a well-earned reputation as a fierce advocate on behalf of historically-minoritized students in higher education," said, Dr. Yolanda Watson Spiva, president of Complete College America.
  • Dr. Bensimon retired in 2020 as director of the USC Center for Education, which she founded in 1999 to increase racial equity throughout higher education to improve outcomes for students of color.
  • About Complete College America: Complete College America (CCA) builds movements for scaled change and transforms institutions through data-driven policies, student-centered perspectives, and equity-driven practices.

Berry Aviation awarded American Legion Large Employer of Veterans Award

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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The National Commander of the American Legion, Paul E. Dillard and the Veterans Employment & Education Commission Chairman James LaCoursiere recently recognized Berry Aviation Inc. as the 2021 National level Employer of Veterans Award, Category I (large business with more than 200 employees).

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  • The National Commander of the American Legion, Paul E. Dillard and the Veterans Employment & Education Commission Chairman James LaCoursiere recently recognized Berry Aviation Inc. as the 2021 National level Employer of Veterans Award, Category I (large business with more than 200 employees).
  • The award was established in 1969 and consistently highlights those companies that exceed hiring goals and criteria to identify, recruit, assess, hire, and retain veterans for employment.
  • American Legion Posts from around the country submit eligible companies and packages are reviewed and selected by the commission on behalf of the national chapter.
  • Being nominated and winning this award is considered an exceptional honor by countless firms who assess and hire our nation's veterans for employment.