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McGraw Hill Expands Engagement with Two Prominent Egypt Schools to Advance Digital Learning

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023
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CAIRO, Jan. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- McGraw Hill today announced that two prestigious institutions in Egypt, Rajac International School and OWN Heliopolis School, intend to expand their use of McGraw Hill's state-of-the-art digital content for students in grades kindergarten through 12.

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  • These multi-year agreements bring personalized learning experiences to the schools' students through McGraw Hill's digital learning platforms, including ConnectEd and Online Learning Platform (OLP).
  • "We are honored to have been working with McGraw Hill for over three years," said Shereen A. Kassem, American School Principal at Rajac International School.
  • In addition, McGraw Hill's professional development is strongly aligned with the 21st century learning skills and has benefitted us greatly in improving our teachers' knowledge and learning styles."
  • "Several years into that project, their digital transformation has matured and paved the way for an expansion of their work with McGraw Hill.

Exelon President and CEO Calvin Butler Leads Nation’s Largest Transmission and Distribution Company During Transformative Era for Energy Industry

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Tuesday, January 3, 2023
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“It is an honor and a privilege to lead this great company into its next chapter,” said Butler.

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  • “It is an honor and a privilege to lead this great company into its next chapter,” said Butler.
  • We are in a unique position to lead our customers and the nation on a path to a clean energy future.
  • In addition to serving on the Exelon Board, Butler also serves as chair of each Exelon operating company board — BGE, ComEd, PECO and PHI.
  • Exelon is the nation’s largest energy transmission and distribution company.

Chinese International School Taps into Juniper Networks’ AI-Driven Solutions to Enhance Digital Learning Experience for Students

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022
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Juniper Networks (NYSE: JNPR), a leader in secure, AI-driven networks, today announced that Chinese International School (CIS), a leading private international school with a dynamic, dual-language learning community, has selected Junipers wireless solutions to build a robust AI-driven learning network to enable rich and immersive digital learning experiences for its students and teachers.

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  • Juniper Networks (NYSE: JNPR), a leader in secure, AI-driven networks, today announced that Chinese International School (CIS), a leading private international school with a dynamic, dual-language learning community, has selected Junipers wireless solutions to build a robust AI-driven learning network to enable rich and immersive digital learning experiences for its students and teachers.
  • CIS has always been at the forefront of hybrid learning, having prioritized the implementation of digital tools and technology to deal with various local situations which had made school closures necessary.
  • With the territory continuing to face pandemic-related lockdowns, CIS saw the opportunity to evaluate upgrades to its campus wireless network.
  • It is an honor to work with the Chinese International School to deliver a world-class education experience for its students.

M.D.C. HOLDINGS APPOINTS RAFAY FAROOQUI TO ITS BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022
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Between 2003 and 2008, Mr. Farooqui was Head of UBS Investment Bank's U.S. Institutional Equities Sales Group, based in New York City.

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  • Between 2003 and 2008, Mr. Farooqui was Head of UBS Investment Bank's U.S. Institutional Equities Sales Group, based in New York City.
  • Mr. Farooqui began his career in 1998 at Goldman Sachs & Co. within the Equity Division's International Department as a global equity securities sales-trader.
  • "We are very pleased to welcome Rafay Farooqui to the MDC board," said Herbert T. Buchwald, the Company's lead independent director.
  • With the recent addition of new members to our Board, we have significantly expanded the diversity of perspectives, skills and backgrounds that are represented on our Board."

U.S. Colleges and Universities See Strong Rebounds in International Student Enrollments

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Monday, November 14, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Open Doors® 2022 Report on International Educational Exchange, released today by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the Institute of International Education (IIE), found that 948,519 international students from more than 200 places of origin studied at U.S. higher education institutions during the 2021/2022 academic year, a 4% increase compared to the previous academic year. The report shows a strong year-over-year rebound in new international student enrollments (an increase of 80%) in the United States following the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and demonstrates the United States' ongoing commitment to international educational exchange.

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  • "U.S. colleges and universities are places of inspiration, innovation, and opportunity providing the skills and networks necessary to solve global challenges."
  • New international students continued to study in every U.S. state and territory, and nearly all U.S. states (44 out of 50) experienced an increase greater than 50% in new international student enrollments.
  • The Fall 2022 International Student Enrollment Snapshot findings show a sustained positive trajectory for international student mobility in the United States.
  • Open Doors also reports on the number of international scholars at U.S. universities and international students enrolled in pre-academic Intensive English Programs.

First International Academic Partnership Program (IAPP) Greece Visit Strengthens U.S. - Greek Higher Education Collaboration

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the U.S. Department of State, the Government of the Hellenic Republic of Greece, along with the Institute of International Education (IIE) announced the Pharos Summit 2022: Greek – U.S. Collaboration in Higher Education, as part of the International Academic Partnership Program (IAPP) Greece. With 54 U.S. and Greek higher education institutions participating, IAPP Greece engages cohorts of U.S. and Greek higher education institutions to develop partnerships and foster collaboration.

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  • Collaboration in Higher Education, as part of the International Academic Partnership Program (IAPP) Greece.
  • With 54 U.S. and Greek higher education institutions participating, IAPP Greece engages cohorts of U.S. and Greek higher education institutions to develop partnerships and foster collaboration.
  • The International Academic Partnership Program between the U.S. and Greece has:
    Launched 18 new or expanded partnerships between U.S. and Greek higher education institutions.
  • This program supports the already deep U.S. and Greek relationship and is designed to promote international collaboration between U.S. and Greek institutions across both countries' higher education communities.

First International Academic Partnership Program (IAPP) Greece Visit Strengthens U.S. - Greek Higher Education Collaboration

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the U.S. Department of State, the Government of the Hellenic Republic of Greece, along with the Institute of International Education (IIE) announced the Pharos Summit 2022: Greek – U.S. Collaboration in Higher Education, as part of the International Academic Partnership Program (IAPP) Greece. With 54 U.S. and Greek higher education institutions participating, IAPP Greece engages cohorts of U.S. and Greek higher education institutions to develop partnerships and foster collaboration.

Key Points: 
  • Collaboration in Higher Education, as part of the International Academic Partnership Program (IAPP) Greece.
  • With 54 U.S. and Greek higher education institutions participating, IAPP Greece engages cohorts of U.S. and Greek higher education institutions to develop partnerships and foster collaboration.
  • The International Academic Partnership Program between the U.S. and Greece has:
    Launched 18 new or expanded partnerships between U.S. and Greek higher education institutions.
  • This program supports the already deep U.S. and Greek relationship and is designed to promote international collaboration between U.S. and Greek institutions across both countries' higher education communities.

The International School of Hospitality Introduces New Program for Soft Skill Training

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022
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Las Vegas, Nevada--(Newsfile Corp. - October 12, 2022) - The International School of Hospitality (TISOH) has recently released its new training initiative, CLIMB.

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  • Las Vegas, Nevada--(Newsfile Corp. - October 12, 2022) - The International School of Hospitality (TISOH) has recently released its new training initiative, CLIMB.
  • The International School of Hospitality (TISOH), an accredited educational institution that specializes in hospitality, offers soft skills training that directly speaks to the hospitality industry, and more importantly, directly to hospitality professionals, ensuring that the material has personal relevance, and is comprehensible, absorbable, and applicable.
  • It is the only program of its kind in the industry and TISOH is excited to implement this program.
  • The International School of Hospitality (TISOH) is a unique school developed to provide quality, practical, short-term continuing education and career training programs which enable participants to apply their learning toward personal fulfillment, professional advancement, and career development in the hospitality industry.

Pine Street School Named Apple Distinguished School

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Tuesday, October 4, 2022
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NEW YORK, Oct. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pine Street School is pleased to announce that it has been recognized as an Apple Distinguished School for 20222025 for its emphasis on student agency, independence, and action through the implementation of Apple technology.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pine Street School is pleased to announce that it has been recognized as an Apple Distinguished School for 20222025 for its emphasis on student agency, independence, and action through the implementation of Apple technology.
  • As a New York City-based International School, Pine Street School creates globally minded learners who seek out opportunities to take action and who are empowered because of technology to research topics, global issues & answers to questions that spark their interest.
  • "The technology-infused learning at Pine Street School is a credit to the hard work and dedication of all of our teachers and staff who consistently incorporate Apple technologies or products into the curriculum," said Eileen Baker, head of school.
  • The selection of Pine Street School as an Apple Distinguished School highlights our success as an innovator and provider of a compelling learning environment that engages students and provides tangible evidence of academic achievement.

S.PELLEGRINO YOUNG CHEF ACADEMY COMPETITION 2022/23 ANNOUNCES CANADA'S TOP 10 FINALISTS WHO WILL FACE OFF IN FINALE

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022
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TORONTO, Sept. 20, 2022 /CNW/ - S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy is pleased to announce Canada's top 10 2022/23 Young Chef Academy Competition regional finalists.

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  • TORONTO, Sept. 20, 2022 /CNW/ - S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy is pleased to announce Canada's top 10 2022/23 Young Chef Academy Competition regional finalists.
  • "We are thrilled to see such strong emerging talent from Canada's culinary communities participate in the 2022/23 Young Chef Academy Competition regional finals," said Paul De Larzac, President of NestlWaters Canada.
  • In the Canadian Regional Finale, hopeful finalists will share their experience and a unique signature dish which communicates their personal vision, unique skills and creativity.
  • This year's 10 Regional Finalists represent the 'crme-de-la-crme' of Canada's emerging culinary talent, including:
    For more information about the upcoming S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Regional Finale, the Finalists or their dishes, click here .