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Increased Parental Awareness of Special Educational Needs During the Holiday Season, reports Tutors International

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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This proactive approach enables parents to anticipate potential challenges in the new academic term and explore avenues for additional support.

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  • This proactive approach enables parents to anticipate potential challenges in the new academic term and explore avenues for additional support.
  • They ask how school is going, discuss reports, exams, and overall academic performance, and they may observe struggles first-hand.
  • The festive season also sees an increased awareness of Special Education Needs (SEN).
  • Support for Special Educational Needs (SEN) often encompasses a broad spectrum of learning requirements, and this includes addressing the needs of gifted children .

Little Tikes® Story Dream Machine™ Expands Portfolio of Story Collections Through Collaboration with Sesame Workshop

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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Today, the brand announced an expansion to this catalog via a collaboration with Sesame Workshop, the global impact nonprofit organization behind Sesame Street®, welcoming the new Sesame Street Elmo & Friends® Collection to shelves this month.

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  • Today, the brand announced an expansion to this catalog via a collaboration with Sesame Workshop, the global impact nonprofit organization behind Sesame Street®, welcoming the new Sesame Street Elmo & Friends® Collection to shelves this month.
  • The Story Dream Machine is a portable projector for read-along children’s stories that doubles as a white noise machine and nightlight.
  • Little Tikes and Sesame Street have each been a part of children's lives from early childhood to adulthood for more than 50 years.
  • Stay tuned for parenting content with the Story Dream Machine from David Henrie on TikTok , Instagram , and Facebook throughout the holiday season.

The Education Plan® Points Out Key Changes to FAFSA Regulations in Relation to 529 Education Savings Plans

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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Santa Fe, NM, Nov. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Earlier this year, FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) rolled out new regulations for the 2024–2025 award year , including important changes that impact 529 education savings plans.

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  • Santa Fe, NM, Nov. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Earlier this year, FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) rolled out new regulations for the 2024–2025 award year , including important changes that impact 529 education savings plans.
  • By utilizing a 529 education savings plan, like the one offered through The Education Plan®—New Mexico’s direct-sold 529 education savings plan—grandparents can save as they’re able and contribute for future qualified education-related expenses .
  • Under previous FAFSA regulations, withdrawals from grandparent-owned accounts counted toward the student’s available funding for college.
  • Funds were reported as untaxed income, with 50% of the funding counting as available funds for college—diminishing financial aid eligibility.

KIDSTUFF PUBLIC RELATIONS’ CLIENTS GARNER 35% OF CLAMOUR’S HOLIDAY 2023 TOY & GAME FAVORITES

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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Six of those novel winners were KidStuff Public Relations’ clients who made quite the impression in New York City during last month’s International Toy Fair.

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  • Six of those novel winners were KidStuff Public Relations’ clients who made quite the impression in New York City during last month’s International Toy Fair.
  • “Having just one client win a spot on the Clamour Influencer Choice Favorite list is invaluable,” admits Lisa Orman, President of KidStuff Public Relations, celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2024.
  • These toy influencers rigorously review product details, images, and, where possible, physical samples before casting their votes.
  • The Clamour awards are just some of a shelf full of trophies that KidStuff PR clients have earned recently.

Ohio’s 529 Plan, the Perfect Holiday Gift

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Thursday, December 7, 2023
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The answer is clear…give the gift that keeps on giving – Ohio’s 529 Plan.

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  • The answer is clear…give the gift that keeps on giving – Ohio’s 529 Plan.
  • Ohio’s 529 Plan, CollegeAdvantage is the perfect holiday gift for any child on your list.
  • Funds may be used to pay qualified higher education expenses including tuition, fees, room and board, books, computers, and class supplies.
  • Giving Ohio’s 529 Plan makes the perfect gift and will last a lifetime.

Montage Health Celebrates Grand Opening of Ohana’s Revolutionary Innovative Campus for Youth Mental Health Care

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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Today, Montage Health unveiled its long-awaited Ohana campus, a 55,600-square-foot facility dedicated to changing the trajectory of mental health issues among America’s youth.

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  • Today, Montage Health unveiled its long-awaited Ohana campus, a 55,600-square-foot facility dedicated to changing the trajectory of mental health issues among America’s youth.
  • Made possible by a $106 million gift from Bertie Bialek Elliott, Ohana serves as a beacon of hope and innovation in mental health treatment for youth and families.
  • “Today is a major milestone for Community Hospital and Montage Health, but it’s so much bigger than just us,” Packer says.
  • “Adolescent mental health is the public health crisis of our time,” Packer says.

Munchkin Extends Radiant Colors Donation to #GivingTuesday to Benefit Inclusive Education; Announces Sesame Workshop, EmbraceRace and Roots ConnectED as the 2023 Donation Recipients

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023
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Through its Radiant Colors program, Munchkin donates 100% of profits from Munchkin.com every Monday to organizations that support anti‑racism and inclusive education for our youngest generation.

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  • Through its Radiant Colors program, Munchkin donates 100% of profits from Munchkin.com every Monday to organizations that support anti‑racism and inclusive education for our youngest generation.
  • “Radiant Colors was born from greater cultural recognition and calls to right the wrongs of racial injustices in our country,” said Diana Barnes, “DB,” Chief Brand Officer & Creative Director and head of Corporate Social Responsibility at Munchkin.
  • “As the leading baby lifestyle brand, Munchkin – and our employees – is deeply invested in creating an equitable world for every child by eradicating racism.
  • Since its inception, Radiant Colors has provided funding to eight nonprofits, 823 classroom projects, and 595 teachers in all 50 states across the U.S.

Dante's Gift of Giving: A 10-Year-Old's Mission to Feed the Hungry

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Monday, December 18, 2023
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And Dante's initiative is more than just a charitable act; it's a powerful message of hope and generosity.

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  • And Dante's initiative is more than just a charitable act; it's a powerful message of hope and generosity.
  • "I wanted to do something nice for people who don't have a lot," says Olshefski, who couldn't help but notice how long the line was when he arrived.
  • The significance of Olshefski's act is profound, mainly when the cost of living has soared, and donations have dwindled.
  • To learn how you can help Mercy House, visit rcan.org/mercy-house
    To learn more about Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark, go to rcancem.org.

Vivo and Clayton County Partner to Increase Strength in Older Adults through Innovative Exercise Program

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Monday, December 11, 2023
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ATLANTA, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A first-of-its-kind partnership between Atlanta-based Vivo and Clayton County, Georgia, is increasing strength and mobility in older adults through innovative small group exercise classes.

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  • ATLANTA, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A first-of-its-kind partnership between Atlanta-based Vivo and Clayton County, Georgia, is increasing strength and mobility in older adults through innovative small group exercise classes.
  • Vivo, an evidence-based online strength training program designed specifically for older adults, offers more than 100 classes to participants in 33 states each week.
  • Exercise classes were held twice weekly, virtually, for 44 older adults and in person for 16 older adults who visit Clayton County's senior centers to receive nutrition assistance.
  • To learn more about how Vivo can support the strength and health of older adults in your community, contact [email protected] .

New Devotional for Seniors Shares the Importance of Generational Storytelling

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Monday, December 11, 2023
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ANNAPOLIS, Md., Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- When reminiscing on time spent with her family, author Marsha MacLeod cherishes the stories passed down to her from her parents and grandparents. This inspired her to write, "Completing the Race: Seniors in the Bible," in which she motivates readers to celebrate the life and stories of the seniors in their lives while finding guidance from the wisdom of the Bible.

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  • This inspired her to write, "Completing the Race: Seniors in the Bible," in which she motivates readers to celebrate the life and stories of the seniors in their lives while finding guidance from the wisdom of the Bible.
  • "Completing the Race" focuses on older men and women in the Bible running the race set before them.
  • The book features devotionals written specifically for seniors, as well as prompts to inspire reflections at the end of each chapter.
  • Families should celebrate the seniors in their lives and learn from their experiences."