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Media Alert: Splunk GovSummit 2023 - Delivering on the Nation’s Cyber Strategy Together

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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Splunk Inc. (NASDAQ: SPLK), the cybersecurity and observability leader, is hosting its annual public sector event, GovSummit 2023 , in the Nation’s capital, bringing together government IT and security professionals to explore innovative strategies to deliver on the nation's cyber strategy.

Key Points: 
  • Splunk Inc. (NASDAQ: SPLK), the cybersecurity and observability leader, is hosting its annual public sector event, GovSummit 2023 , in the Nation’s capital, bringing together government IT and security professionals to explore innovative strategies to deliver on the nation's cyber strategy.
  • He has devoted over 40 years to supporting America's service members and veterans, establishing the Gary Sinise Foundation in 2011.
  • GovSummit 2023 will provide attendees with an immersive experience focused on driving innovation through artificial intelligence (AI) and cultivating a resilient cyber workforce.
  • Secure your spot, and register now for GovSummit 2023 and follow along on social media with the hashtag #SplunkGovSummit.

Appeal Production Named to Inc.'s Second Annual Power Partner Awards

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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HARRISONBURG, Va., Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Appeal Production is honored to be recognized by Inc. Business Media as a second annual Power Partner Award winner. This award honors B2B organizations across the globe that have proven track records supporting entrepreneurs and helping startups grow. The list recognizes 389 firms in marketing and advertising, health and wellness, financial services, legal, logistics, and productivity, as well as other areas of business.

Key Points: 
  • HARRISONBURG, Va., Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Appeal Production is honored to be recognized by Inc. Business Media as a second annual Power Partner Award winner.
  • This award honors B2B organizations across the globe that have proven track records supporting entrepreneurs and helping startups grow.
  • To be selected as one of a handful of companies across the globe to receive the Inc. Power Partner Award, is a humbling honor."
  • Appeal Production is a video marketing firm that inspires business growth with dazzling videos.

DHCD Announces Submission of Broadband Plans to Reach Universal Access for Virginians

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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RICHMOND, Va., Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development announced today the submission of the Initial Proposal Volume 2 to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), which includes the adoption of public comment. The submission of the plans and initial proposals are the final step for Virginia to access its $1.48 billion federal allocation to deploy high-speed internet networks to areas without broadband.

Key Points: 
  • The submission of the plans and initial proposals are the final step for Virginia to access its $1.48 billion federal allocation to deploy high-speed internet networks to areas without broadband.
  • "In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, high-speed broadband access is not a luxury.
  • Once funding for universal broadband access is delivered, DHCD will focus on leveraging these investments through promoting affordability and improving adoption of this critical service.
  • "Broadband is indispensable in today's digital world," said Dr. Tamarah Holmes, Director of Broadband for DHCD.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION KICKS OFF LARGEST FEDERALLY FUNDED SHOWCASE OF EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Department of Education's Institute of Education Sciences (IES) launches the 9th annual, multi-day ED Games Expo, the largest, federally funded public showcase of education technology (EdTech) at the Kennedy Center REACH in Washington, D.C.

Key Points: 
  • Students and teachers will also experience tabletop demos to engage in one-on-one personalized EdTech learning experiences.
  • "The technology at the ED Games Expo has the potential to affect schools across the country and ensure our learners fully recover from the instructional time lost during the pandemic."
  • Starting today, September 20, at 5:30 p.m. EST, the Expo will be open to the public and free to attend.
  • Registered attendees will learn about the EdTech innovations, meet face-to-face with developers, test new learning technologies, and attend engaging performances.

Stay Connected as the Back-to-School Season Arrives

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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RICHMOND, Va. , Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As students head back to school across the Commonwealth, the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) would like students and parents to stay connected through the federal Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP).

Key Points: 
  • RICHMOND, Va. , Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As students head back to school across the Commonwealth, the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) would like students and parents to stay connected through the federal Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP).
  • "Broadband is to today's economy like electricity was generations ago—when you have it, you can get ahead," said Director of DHCD, Bryan Horn.
  • "The ACP allows us to support our underserved communities and ensure that no one gets left behind, especially our children."
  • "As we begin another academic year, we want to make sure that Virginia's students have all the resources they need to thrive."

Report Reveals Guided Pathways and Resources Boost Teacher Licensure Success for Aspiring Educators, Particularly Those from Diverse Backgrounds

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Thursday, August 17, 2023
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MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Study.com today released its debut Keys to the Classroom report which finds aspiring educators, especially those from more diverse backgrounds, are more likely to attain teacher licensure when provided guided pathways and access to resources and support for their certification exams. Study.com surveyed over 4,000 teacher candidates in Grow Your Own recruiting and training programs across the nation. The report highlights key findings to understand their experience with taking the Praxis teacher certification exam, which is required to achieve licensure. 

Key Points: 
  • The report highlights key findings to understand their experience with taking the Praxis teacher certification exam, which is required to achieve licensure.
  • According to the National Council on Teacher Quality, less than half (46 percent) of aspiring teachers pass the Praxis teacher certification exam on their first attempt.
  • These barriers are even more significant for teacher candidates of racially and economically diverse backgrounds.
  • One of the most significant challenges is lack of access to the resources or tools that can help aspiring teachers prepare for their exams.

Remind Tutoring Approved for Virginia Families Statewide Under the Virginia Department of Education K-12 Learning Acceleration Grants Program

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Thursday, July 13, 2023
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SAN RAMON, Calif., July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Remind, the leading communication platform in education, today announced that the Virginia Department of Education has approved Remind Tutoring as a tutoring service provider for the K-12 Learning Acceleration Grants program, allowing Virginia families to use their grant funds to access one-on-one online tutoring in mathematics and English reading/writing.

Key Points: 
  • SAN RAMON, Calif., July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Remind, the leading communication platform in education, today announced that the Virginia Department of Education has approved Remind Tutoring as a tutoring service provider for the K-12 Learning Acceleration Grants program, allowing Virginia families to use their grant funds to access one-on-one online tutoring in mathematics and English reading/writing.
  • Announced in March of 2023 to address the pandemic's impact on students' educational progress and well-being, Virginia's Learning Acceleration Grants program provides up to $3,000 per qualifying student for families to spend on select tutoring and educational services.
  • As a qualified service provider, Remind Tutoring allows families to use their Learning Acceleration Grants for one-on-one online tutoring on one of the most widely used platforms in education.
  • To use their Learning Acceleration Grant funds for Remind Tutoring, families will need to sign up for tutoring services through www.remind.com/tutoring/va-learning-acceleration-grants .

Amplify Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA) Curriculum Approved by the Virginia Department of Education and the Virginia State Board of Education For Literacy Instruction

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Thursday, June 29, 2023
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Amplify, a publisher of next-generation curriculum and assessment programs, announced today that the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) has determined that Amplify CKLA meets the requirements of the Virginia Literacy Act (VLA).

Key Points: 
  • Amplify, a publisher of next-generation curriculum and assessment programs, announced today that the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) has determined that Amplify CKLA meets the requirements of the Virginia Literacy Act (VLA).
  • This approval will encourage schools across Virginia to implement evidence-based literacy instruction in K–3 classrooms.
  • The curriculum is based on research and evidence-based practices that are proven to be effective in teaching literacy skills to young readers.
  • With the goal of improving early literacy outcomes, the VLA mandates that school districts in Virginia implement evidence-based literacy instruction and intervention in K–3 classrooms.

Virginia to Receive $1.4 Billion in Federal Funding for Universal Broadband Access

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Monday, June 26, 2023
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RICHMOND, Va., June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) today announced $1,481,489,572 in funding to close the digital divide in Virginia. These funds are granted through the federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program under the Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act and will be prioritized to reach the remaining unserved homes, businesses and community anchors in the Commonwealth.

Key Points: 
  • The BEAD program is a $42.45 billion nationwide program to expand high-speed internet access by funding planning, infrastructure deployment and adoption programs.
  • Once funding for universal broadband access is delivered, DHCD will focus on leveraging these investments through promoting affordability and improving adoption of this critical service.
  • "Because of the strides made under the VATI program, BEAD funds will enable us to achieve universal broadband access in Virginia.
  • The VATI program alone has helped 75 counties and cities work towards achieving universal broadband access since the program's inception.

Norfolk State University Partners with CPower to Support Grid Reliability Across Virginia

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023
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BALTIMORE, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CPower Energy ("CPower"), the leading, national distributed energy resource (DER) monetization and Virtual Power Plant (VPP) provider, today announced it has partnered with Norfolk State University (NSU), a four-year public education institution in Norfolk, Va., to further grid reliability across the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Key Points: 
  • BALTIMORE, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CPower Energy (" CPower "), the leading, national distributed energy resource (DER) monetization and Virtual Power Plant (VPP) provider, today announced it has partnered with Norfolk State University (NSU), a four-year public education institution in Norfolk, Va., to further grid reliability across the Commonwealth of Virginia.
  • Demand response (DR) rewards energy users for reducing their energy consumption during times of high demand on the grid.
  • CPower has helped NSU develop strategies for reducing its energy use when the grid is stressed without impacts to operations or student health and safety.
  • We are honored to partner with Norfolk State University, and with its unique abilities, are happy to further strengthen the grid across the Commonwealth," said John Horton, President and CEO, CPower.