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Tennessee English as a Second Language Teacher Named 2024 National Teacher of the Year

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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WASHINGTON, April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) today announced Missy Testerman, a kindergarten through eighth grade English as a second language (ESL) teacher, as the 2024 National Teacher of the Year.

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  • WASHINGTON, April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) today announced Missy Testerman, a kindergarten through eighth grade English as a second language (ESL) teacher, as the 2024 National Teacher of the Year.
  • She knows families are extensions of the classroom and often advocates for her families who speak little English.
  • As the 2024 National Teacher of the Year, Testerman will spend a year representing educators and serving as an ambassador for students and teachers across the nation.
  • From that group, the National Teacher of the Year is chosen by a Selection Committee composed of 16 individuals and education organizations.

NYC-Based Educational Nonprofits Join Together to Champion Social, Emotional and Academic Development in Schools

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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Two of these nonprofits — NYC Outward Bound Schools and The Urban Assembly — joined together this spring to celebrate an innovator in public education, and a leader in social and emotional learning.

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  • Two of these nonprofits — NYC Outward Bound Schools and The Urban Assembly — joined together this spring to celebrate an innovator in public education, and a leader in social and emotional learning.
  • David Adams, CEO of the Urban Assembly, was awarded the fourth annual Greg Farrell Award in March.
  • The Award was established by a group of Greg’s former colleagues at NYC Outward Bound Schools.
  • “Both the Urban Assembly and NYC Outward Bound have a deep history of innovation within our city’s public schools,” added Rodriguez.

Georgia State to Offer Online MBA Starting Fall 2024

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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Atlanta, Georgia, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Georgia State University’s J. Mack Robinson College of Business will offer its flagship MBA as an online program beginning fall 2024.

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  • Atlanta, Georgia, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Georgia State University’s J. Mack Robinson College of Business will offer its flagship MBA as an online program beginning fall 2024.
  • The self-paced online MBA will also emphasize skills development and team-building, culminating in a case competition.
  • U.S. News & World Report ranks Robinson’s Flexible MBA 27th in the nation among all part-time MBA programs, and 17th among public university programs.
  • The Robinson College of Business at Georgia State University has the largest business school alumni group in the Southeast.

Child Abuse and Sex Trafficking: What You Might Not Know

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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This month serves as a powerful reminder that child abuse prevention is not a solitary effort.

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  • This month serves as a powerful reminder that child abuse prevention is not a solitary effort.
  • On a state level, the statistics for child abuse in Florida in 2023 show concerning trends with reported cases on the rise.
  • Child abuse and sex trafficking are closely related, with child sex trafficking being a form of child abuse that occurs when a child under 18 is advertised, solicited, or exploited through a commercial sex act.
  • It is crucial to raise awareness about these interconnected challenges during Child Abuse Awareness Month and recognize the shared vulnerabilities that contribute to these forms of exploitation.

Ramsey Solutions Celebrates Teachers with the Ramsey Teacher Appreciation Giveaway for National Financial Literacy Month

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Monday, April 1, 2024
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Nashville, Tenn., April 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ramsey Solutions is honoring teachers for National Financial Literacy Month in April.

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  • Nashville, Tenn., April 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ramsey Solutions is honoring teachers for National Financial Literacy Month in April.
  • Ramsey Education , a leader in the personal finance education space, is sponsoring the Ramsey Teacher Appreciation Giveaway for pre-K through 12th-grade teachers.
  • One teacher will win a $5,000 vacation of their choice, and two additional teachers will each win a $3,000 vacation of their choice.
  • “Honoring and celebrating teachers is a big deal to us,” said Jim King, the executive vice president of Ramsey Education.

The Actuarial Foundation Celebrating 30 Years of Excellence

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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The Actuarial Foundation's resources give young people valuable knowledge and insight to empower them to make more informed decisions.

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  • The Actuarial Foundation's resources give young people valuable knowledge and insight to empower them to make more informed decisions.
  • The Actuarial Foundation prepares its mentors for meaningful tutoring experiences and fun along the way with training and continual support.
  • The Actuarial Foundation helps students who are behind in school and ready to catch up.
  • Cheers to 30 years of math magic, and here's to the next 30!

Finerca Celebrates Milestone of 10,000 Clients with Launch of Exclusive Master Course in CFD Trading

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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To commemorate this achievement and further empower aspiring traders, Finerca is excited to unveil its latest offering - a cutting-edge Master Course in Contract for Difference (CFD) trading.

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  • To commemorate this achievement and further empower aspiring traders, Finerca is excited to unveil its latest offering - a cutting-edge Master Course in Contract for Difference (CFD) trading.
  • At Finerca, they understand that knowledge is the key to success in the dynamic world of trading.
  • With their new Master Course in CFD trading, users'll gain invaluable insights and strategies to unlock financial success in today's competitive markets.
  • Don't miss this opportunity to take users' trading skills to the next level – enroll in Finerca Academy's Master Course today!

CEO Magazine Ranks Georgia State’s EMBA in Top 10 U.S.-Based Programs, Top 30 Worldwide

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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Atlanta, Georgia, March 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Executive MBA (EMBA) offered by Georgia State University’s J. Mack Robinson College of Business is No.

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  • Atlanta, Georgia, March 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Executive MBA (EMBA) offered by Georgia State University’s J. Mack Robinson College of Business is No.
  • 28 worldwide, according to 2024 rankings from “CEO Magazine.”
    The U.K.-based publication determines its EMBA rankings by fact-based criteria, with greatest emphasis on quality of faculty.
  • Other attributes evaluated include international diversity, class size, accreditation, faculty-to-student ratio, cost, international exposure, work experience, professional development, gender parity, and course delivery methods.
  • The 17-month program, taught at Georgia State’s Buckhead Center, broadens mid-to senior-level managers’ understanding of global business and strengthens their professional networks.

Bryant University launches its first doctoral program: Doctor of Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.)

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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Smithfield, RI, March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bryant University is introducing a Doctor of Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.)

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  • Smithfield, RI, March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bryant University is introducing a Doctor of Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.)
  • students can opt to specialize in one of two concentrations: Child and Adolescent Psychology and Health Psychology.
  • In addition to the crucial clinical focus, a Doctoral Research Project is a core part of Bryant’s Psy.D.
  • For more information on Bryant’s new Doctor of Clinical Psychology program, visit Bryant.edu/Psyd

Aqua-Tots Swim School Named a Top 100 Franchise for Women by Franchise Business Review

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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Mesa, Ariz., March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wrapping up Women’s History Month, Aqua-Tots Swim School has been recognized by Franchise Business Review as a 2024 Top Franchise for Women .

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  • Mesa, Ariz., March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wrapping up Women’s History Month, Aqua-Tots Swim School has been recognized by Franchise Business Review as a 2024 Top Franchise for Women .
  • Aqua-Tots Swim School , the largest international swim school franchise, is on a mission to save lives by teaching children all over the world how to become safe and confident swimmers for life.
  • Aqua-Tots Swim School was among 350 franchise brands, representing over 8,500 female franchise owners, that participated in Franchise Business Review’s research on the Top Franchises for Women.
  • “Franchising is a terrific option for women seeking business ownership on a full- or part-time basis,” said Michelle Rowan, president and COO of Franchise Business Review.