Special education

Nature Medicine Publishes Results from Pivotal Phase 3 LAVENDER™ Study Evaluating DAYBUE™ (trofinetide) Efficacy and Safety in Patients with Rett Syndrome

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Thursday, June 8, 2023
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Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Nasdaq: ACAD) today announced that Nature Medicine published results from the pivotal Phase 3 LAVENDER™ trial, a 12-week randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study evaluating the efficacy and safety of DAYBUE™ in patients with Rett syndrome five to 20 years of age.

Key Points: 
  • Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Nasdaq: ACAD) today announced that Nature Medicine published results from the pivotal Phase 3 LAVENDER™ trial, a 12-week randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study evaluating the efficacy and safety of DAYBUE™ in patients with Rett syndrome five to 20 years of age.
  • Change from baseline for all RSBQ domain subscores were numerically in favor of DAYBUE.
  • At week 12 in the DAYBUE and placebo groups, respectively, the mean [SE] Clinical Global Impression–Improvement (CGI-I) scores were 3.5 [0.08] and 3.8 [0.06].
  • “We are pleased that Nature Medicine has published these important results from the pivotal LAVENDER trial,” said Kathie Bishop, Acadia’s Senior Vice President, Chief Scientific Officer and Head of Rare Disease.

Introducing Katee Bond: Esteemed Local Education Professional, Joins NCIC as Curriculum Manager

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Friday, June 9, 2023
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LONGVIEW, Texas, June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NCIC Inmate Communications is delighted to announce the appointment of Katee Bond as the new Curriculum Manager, bringing her extensive knowledge and experience in education to the company. With her deep-rooted connection to the community and unwavering passion for teaching, Katee Bond is poised to make a significant impact on NCIC's educational endeavors.

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  • NCIC Inmate Communications appoints Katee Bond as its new Curriculum Manager for the Schoolhouse Learning Management System.
  • LONGVIEW, Texas, June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NCIC Inmate Communications is delighted to announce the appointment of Katee Bond as the new Curriculum Manager, bringing her extensive knowledge and experience in education to the company.
  • As the new Curriculum Manager at NCIC, Katee Bond will play a pivotal role in shaping the educational direction of the company.
  • With Katee Bond's arrival, NCIC reaffirms its commitment to excellence in education and its dedication to empowering learners of all backgrounds.

CREDO at Stanford University Finds That Students In Charter Schools, On Average, Perform Better Academically Than Those Attending Traditional Public Schools

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023
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In charter schools, Black and Hispanic students, as well as students in poverty, have stronger growth than their traditional public school peers.

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  • In charter schools, Black and Hispanic students, as well as students in poverty, have stronger growth than their traditional public school peers.
  • Students receiving Special Education services who attend charter schools have smaller learning gains than their matched peers in traditional public schools.
  • Charter schools enroll and educate more diverse and academically challenged students than local traditional public schools.
  • Stronger gains relative to traditional public schools are found in elementary, middle, and high schools but not multi-level schools.

Think College Launches Public Awareness Campaign to Expand College Access for Students with Intellectual Disability

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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BOSTON, April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Think College , a center at the University of Massachusetts Boston dedicated to expanding college options for students with intellectual disability, announced today the launch of its public awareness campaign, Think Higher.

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  • BOSTON, April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Think College , a center at the University of Massachusetts Boston dedicated to expanding college options for students with intellectual disability, announced today the launch of its public awareness campaign, Think Higher.
  • The campaign aims to expand college access for students with intellectual disability (ID) by ensuring students explore a variety of college options during transition planning, increasing the number of institutions of higher education offering programs for students with ID, and preparing students for college while in high school.
  • From April 24–28, Think College is hosting Think College Awareness Week to kick off the campaign and raise awareness around access to college education for students with ID.
  • "Think College is committed to ensuring students with intellectual disability have access to the same college opportunities as their peers without disabilities.

Catapult Learning Announces Partnership with Inclusive Practices Leader Dr. Jenna Mancini Rufo

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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PHILADELPHIA, April 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Catapult Learning, a provider of instructional services for students and professional development solutions for teachers in K-12 schools, today announced a partnership with Jenna Mancini Rufo, Ed.D., a renowned education expert in inclusive practices and author of Reimagining Special Education.

Key Points: 
  • PHILADELPHIA, April 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Catapult Learning, a provider of instructional services for students and professional development solutions for teachers in K-12 schools, today announced a partnership with Jenna Mancini Rufo, Ed.D., a renowned education expert in inclusive practices and author of Reimagining Special Education.
  • "With experience as a special education teacher and administrator, coupled with her deep focus on inclusive practices, Jenna is the ideal expert to work with Catapult Learning as we continue breaking down barriers for teachers and creating inclusive classrooms where all students can excel," said Jessica Petersen, general manager, professional development services for Catapult Learning.
  • She will assist with Catapult Learning’s professional development program for all educators around inclusive practices for teaching and learning.
  • To kick off the partnership, Catapult Learning and Dr. Rufo will host a free professional development webinar on Wednesday, May 3, at 3 p.m.

KultureCity and Bristol Public Schools (CT) Announce Nation's First Ever District-Wide Partnership

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Friday, April 21, 2023
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BRISTOL, Conn., April 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KultureCity, the nation's leading nonprofit on sensory accessibility and acceptance for those with invisible disabilities, has partnered with Bristol Public Schools (Bristol, CT) to launch a first of its kind partnership with a school district.

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  • BRISTOL, Conn., April 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KultureCity, the nation's leading nonprofit on sensory accessibility and acceptance for those with invisible disabilities, has partnered with Bristol Public Schools (Bristol, CT) to launch a first of its kind partnership with a school district.
  • Connecticut State Department of Education's Special Education Director Bryan Klimkiewicz, Bristol Mayor Jeff Caggiano, and KultureCity Board Members Sean Culkin and Evelyn Yang were also present.
  • "This is a special day for our school district and an important expansion of our student services," added Dr. Kimberly Culkin, former Director of Special Services of Bristol Public Schools.
  • KultureCity sees the expansion as a natural progression with schools employing more health, medical, and social-emotional support staff than ever.

Edible Garden Announces Appointment of Pamela DonAroma to Board of Directors

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Monday, April 10, 2023
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BELVIDERE, NJ, April 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edible Garden AG Incorporated (“Edible Garden” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: EDBL, EDBLW), a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), locally grown, organic, sustainable produce and products, today announced the appointment of Pamela DonAroma to the Edible Garden Board of Directors, effective April 4, 2023.

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  • BELVIDERE, NJ, April 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edible Garden AG Incorporated (“Edible Garden” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: EDBL, EDBLW), a leader in controlled environment agriculture (CEA), locally grown, organic, sustainable produce and products, today announced the appointment of Pamela DonAroma to the Edible Garden Board of Directors, effective April 4, 2023.
  • Ms. DonAroma has been appointed to the Audit Committee, Compensation Committee, and Nominating and Governance Committee of the Board.
  • Mr. Jim Kras, Chief Executive Officer of Edible Garden, commented, “We are pleased to welcome Pamela to the Edible Garden Board.
  • I am enthusiastic about working closely with the management team to help unlock the full potential of Edible Garden.”

NEW STORY SCHOOLS INDEPENDENCE, OH CAMPUS DESIGNATED NONPUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL BY OHIO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023
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INDEPENDENCE, Ohio, April 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- New Story Schools Independence campus celebrated receiving their full nonpublic charter from the Ohio Department of Education on February 8, 2023.

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  • INDEPENDENCE, Ohio, April 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- New Story Schools Independence campus celebrated receiving their full nonpublic charter from the Ohio Department of Education on February 8, 2023.
  • "New Story Schools prides itself on its strong partnerships with districts, families, and communities," said Dr. Jill Blanchard, Senior Vice President of Operations, New Story Ohio.
  • New Story Schools offers authentic learning environments, small class sizes, and individualized learning plans focused on empowerment, skill-building, and academics.
  • New Story Schools Independence campus is located at 600 West Resource Drive, Independence, OH.

RethinkEd Partners with New York City Public Schools to Support the Quest to Become Center of Excellence for Students with Autism

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Thursday, March 23, 2023
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In school year 2022-23, these efforts will be scaled across public schools with building-level specialists supporting schools in providing access to instruction for students with autism.

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  • In school year 2022-23, these efforts will be scaled across public schools with building-level specialists supporting schools in providing access to instruction for students with autism.
  • "RethinkEd not only shares our mission, they're also a driving force in empowering us to provide comprehensive supports for students with autism."
  • "The New York City public school system has long advocated for students with autism," explains RethinkEd's Executive Vice President Diana Frezza.
  • "This enhanced partnership will be transformational in terms of enhancing the impact of New York Public School's specialized programs," says Foti.

New Research from NWEA Examines the Identification of Gifted and Talented English Learners and Students with Disabilities

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Thursday, March 16, 2023
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PORTLAND, Ore., March 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NWEA – a not-for-profit, research and educational services organization serving K-12 students – announced today a new study focusing on the identification of gifted and talented (GT) students who are English Learners (EL) and/or students with disabilities (SWD). Using data from the 2017 - 2018 Civil Rights Data Collection, the Stanford Education Data Archive, and the researchers' own coding of individual states' policies toward gifted and talented education, these key themes emerged:

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  • PORTLAND, Ore., March 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NWEA – a not-for-profit, research and educational services organization serving K-12 students – announced today a new study focusing on the identification of gifted and talented (GT) students who are English Learners (EL) and/or students with disabilities (SWD).
  • The top 5% of schools with the highest equity of EL students identified as gifted were relatively lower achieving and had higher enrollments of students from low-income families.
  • "One of the clearest takeaways from examining these data is the correlation between state policies and the more-equitable identification of gifted and talented students," said Dr. Scott Peters , senior research scientist at NWEA.
  • States that had specific policies and mandates had greater enrollment in gifted and talented programs by ELs and SWD.