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Georgetown-Ridge Farm CUSD Adopts ZeroEyes' Proactive Gun Detection Solution to Protect Students, Faculty and Staff

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
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PHILADELPHIA, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, today announced that Georgetown-Ridge Farm Community Unit School District (CUSD) has adopted ZeroEyes' proactive AI-based gun detection and intelligent situational awareness solution to protect students, faculty and staff against gun-related threats.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, today announced that Georgetown-Ridge Farm Community Unit School District (CUSD) has adopted ZeroEyes' proactive AI-based gun detection and intelligent situational awareness solution to protect students, faculty and staff against gun-related threats.
  • "ZeroEyes provides a proactive layer of security that further enhances our comprehensive safety plan," said Dr. Jean Neal, Superintendent, Georgetown-Ridge Farm CUSD.
  • ZeroEyes' AI gun detection and intelligent situational awareness software layers onto Georgetown-Ridge Farm CUSD's existing digital security cameras.
  • "We are happy that Georgetown-Ridge Farm CUSD is taking proactive steps to protect its rural community from potential gun-related threats," said Mike Lahiff, CEO and co-founder of ZeroEyes.

Think Together, Compton Unified and AT&T Launch The Achievery, an Innovative Digital Learning Platform Designed to Support Afterschool Programs

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Digital literacy, Culture, Growth, Learning, Superintendent, Education, School, Compton High School, Knowledge, Think Together, Student, CUSD, Pacific Bell, AT&T, STEM, System, Curriculum, Compton Unified School District, OST, Tutoring

COMPTON, Calif., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Think Together, in collaboration with AT&T, today announced the official launch of The Achievery, a groundbreaking digital education platform designed to empower K-12 learning during out-of-school (OST) programs.

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  • COMPTON, Calif., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Think Together, in collaboration with AT&T, today announced the official launch of The Achievery , a groundbreaking digital education platform designed to empower K-12 learning during out-of-school (OST) programs.
  • Held at Compton High School, students enrolled in the school's Think Together afterschool program shared first-hand their experiences with The Achievery platform, highlighting its impact on their academic engagement and personal growth.
  • The launch marks a significant milestone in enhancing educational opportunities for students across California, starting with 175 Think Together program sites, including Compton High School and its Think Together older youth program.
  • This digital learning platform aligns with our mission to foster a culture of continuous learning and provide equitable access to educational opportunities for all students."

Mount Pulaski Community Unified School District 23 Deploys ZeroEyes' AI Gun Detection and Intelligent Situational Awareness Platform

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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PHILADELPHIA, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, today announced that its proactive gun detection and intelligent situational awareness solution has been adopted by Mount Pulaski Community Unified School District 23 (CUSD #23) of Logan County, Illinois. The solution has been deployed at both Mount Pulaski High School (MPHS) and Mount Pulaski Grade School (MPGS).

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  • PHILADELPHIA, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ZeroEyes , the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, today announced that its proactive gun detection and intelligent situational awareness solution has been adopted by Mount Pulaski Community Unified School District 23 (CUSD #23) of Logan County, Illinois.
  • The solution has been deployed at both Mount Pulaski High School (MPHS) and Mount Pulaski Grade School (MPGS).
  • The district is located in the quaint farm town of Mount Pulaski and also serves the cities of Chestnut, Cornland, Elkhart, and Lake Fork.
  • ZeroEyes' AI gun detection and intelligent situational awareness software is now layered on existing digital security cameras at both of Mount Pulaski's school campuses.

Cupertino Union School District Announces Solar and EV Charging Stations Districtwide in Collaboration with ENGIE

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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Cupertino, Calif. and HOUSTON, Feb. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Cupertino Union School District (CUSD), in collaboration with ENGIE North America (ENGIE), today announced a sustainability infrastructure project aimed at reducing the CUSD’s carbon footprint while enhancing educational opportunities for students.

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  • Cupertino, Calif. and HOUSTON, Feb. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Cupertino Union School District (CUSD), in collaboration with ENGIE North America (ENGIE), today announced a sustainability infrastructure project aimed at reducing the CUSD’s carbon footprint while enhancing educational opportunities for students.
  • The project includes the installation of 5.1 megawatts of solar photovoltaic, 72 level two electric vehicle charging stations, and the implementation of two emergency generators for backup at the District Office and maintenance yard.
  • The anticipated net lifetime savings from the solar and EV charging infrastructure is more than $36 million dollars.
  • ENGIE is proud to collaborate with Cupertino on this transformative journey.”

Victims Outraged by Early Release of Convicted Child Molester, Chico Unified Middle School Spanish Teacher, Jennifer Smith

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Monday, June 19, 2023
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Jennifer Lynn Smith, the disgraced former Bidwell Junior High School Spanish teacher, was arrested, charged and pled guilty to various counts of child sexual abuse.

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  • Jennifer Lynn Smith, the disgraced former Bidwell Junior High School Spanish teacher, was arrested, charged and pled guilty to various counts of child sexual abuse.
  • Smith was sentenced to just five years in jail and will now be released after serving less than three years in state prison.
  • This convicted child molester could be back on the same streets in Chico as those who survived years of abuse at her hands."
  • After Jane Doe confided in a school counselor and in Smith about the difficulties of her home life, Smith pretended to take an interest in her situation.

Arizona's Second Largest School District Honored for Use of Augmented and Virtual Reality in STEM

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Monday, January 23, 2023
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CHANDLER, Ariz., Jan. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Because of its long successful implementation of augmented and virtual reality technology (AR/VR) in Arizona elementary schools, zSpace, Inc., a Silicon Valley education company, is proud to honor Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) as a "District of Distinction." A zSpace STEM District of Distinction is a district with the desire and ability to showcase their use of zSpace technology as a leader in education. This invitation-only program provides the opportunity for both the academic institution and zSpace to jointly innovate and to share best practices or cutting edge developments with a community of interest. Each DOD will serve as a reference site for zSpace, recognizing zSpace and the associated institution as leading education innovators in the region, promoting awareness for both.

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  • Chandler Unified School District Incorporates zSpace in STEM Program, Honored with "District of Distinction" Award
    CHANDLER, Ariz., Jan. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Because of its long successful implementation of augmented and virtual reality technology (AR/VR) in Arizona elementary schools, zSpace, Inc ., a Silicon Valley education company, is proud to honor Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) as a "District of Distinction."
  • A zSpace STEM District of Distinction is a district with the desire and ability to showcase their use of zSpace technology as a leader in education.
  • Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) has had the longest running implementation of zSpace AR/VR technology in Arizona.
  • "From where we began in 2016 to where we are today with zSpace technology is amazing," said CUSD Superintendent Frank Narducci.

Celo Unveils New Brand Identity

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Technology, NFT, Professional Services, Digital Cash Management, Digital Assets, Blockchain, Philanthropy, Cryptocurrency, Foundation, Web3, EthicHub, Ecosystem, Mento, Creal, Brave, Software verification and validation, Head, Climate, Growth, NFT, Clab, CUSD, UBI, Cryptocurrency

“Brand is often an afterthought in Web3, but mission-driven projects like Celo require attention to storytelling and emotion,” says Deana Burke, the Celo Foundation’s Head of Marketing.

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  • “Brand is often an afterthought in Web3, but mission-driven projects like Celo require attention to storytelling and emotion,” says Deana Burke, the Celo Foundation’s Head of Marketing.
  • “With the rapid growth the Celo ecosystem has seen over the past three years, it felt right to co-create this new brand identity and bring together the people who today shape where Celo is going.
  • I love the result and think it is a true testament to the strength of our community,” says Rene Reinsberg, Celo Foundation President and Celo Co-Founder.
  • To learn more about Celo and its new brand identity, please visit celo.org .

New Down Syndrome Resource Available in Spanish and Japanese

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Thursday, December 29, 2022
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GLOBAL is working to expand the topics to include sleep apnea, solid tumors, leukemia, vision/eye care, and physical therapy and fitness.

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  • GLOBAL is working to expand the topics to include sleep apnea, solid tumors, leukemia, vision/eye care, and physical therapy and fitness.
  • “GLOBAL is pleased to be able to reach Spanish and Japanese speakers who have Down syndrome and their families in the U.S. in collaboration from the National Institutes of Health/DS-Connect®,” says Michelle Sie Whitten, President & CEO of the Global Down Syndrome Foundation.
  • “It is so important for me and other people with Down syndrome to have this in Spanish,” says Yadiro Carrillo, a 32-year-old self-advocate and entrepreneur who happens to have Down syndrome.
  • To learn more about the GLOBAL Adult Guideline and download your copy today, visit www.globaldownsyndrome.org/medical-care-guidelines-for-adults/
    To learn more about Global Down Syndrome Foundation, visit www.globaldownsyndrome.org

Blue Bird Teams Up with Highland Electric Fleets to Provide 12 Electric School Buses to Illinois School District

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Thursday, December 8, 2022
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Blue Bird Corporation (Nasdaq: BLBD), the leader in electric and low-emission school buses, has teamed up with Highland Electric Fleets to make it simpler and more affordable for Hardin County Community Unit School District #1 (CUSD #1) in Illinois to upgrade to clean electric school buses.

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  • Blue Bird Corporation (Nasdaq: BLBD), the leader in electric and low-emission school buses, has teamed up with Highland Electric Fleets to make it simpler and more affordable for Hardin County Community Unit School District #1 (CUSD #1) in Illinois to upgrade to clean electric school buses.
  • The school district ordered 12 Blue Bird Type C electric school buses through Highland.
  • Blue Birds zero-emission electric school buses are partially funded by a $4,740,000 grant through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agencys (EPA) 2022 Clean School Bus Rebate Program.
  • "We are thrilled to receive funding from the EPA's Clean School Bus Program for 12 new Blue Bird electric buses," said Andy Edmondson, superintendent at CUSD #1.

Curve.Finance Launches on Celo

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Tuesday, November 22, 2022
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Curve is excited to deploy on Celo, says Julien Bouteloup, who is part of Curves core team.

Key Points: 
  • Curve is excited to deploy on Celo, says Julien Bouteloup, who is part of Curves core team.
  • Celo is unique through its mobile-first design with a diverse ecosystem and user base in regions where real-world crypto adoption is highest.
  • Celo is a carbon-negative, permissionless, layer-1 protocol with a rich ecosystem of global partners building innovative Web3 applications within the DeFi, ReFi, and NFT sectors on Celo.
  • Accessible to anyone with a mobile phone, the Celo ecosystem consists of a decentralized, proof-of-stake blockchain technology stack (the Celo Protocol), the CELO native token, and several Mento stable assets (cUSD, cEUR, cREAL) that enable anyone to use digital assets like currency.