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Kaplan Educational Foundation Honors Danielle Conley and Harold Elish for Commitment to Equity and Opportunity

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240501978493/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240501978493/en/
    Kaplan Educational Foundation 2024 Leadership Award honorees Danielle Conley & Harold Elish (Photo: Business Wire)
    Ms. Conley and Mr. Elish will accept the Leadership Awards at the Foundation’s annual benefit on May 15th in New York City.
  • The Award recognizes a demonstrated commitment to increasing opportunity and equity for individuals who have been overlooked and underserved, in education and beyond.
  • She has significant experience conducting sensitive internal investigations on issues pertaining to racial and gender equity.
  • Mr. Elish joined the Board of the Kaplan Educational Foundation in 2014, becoming the first person unaffiliated with Kaplan to serve.

STEM Nonprofit Debuts Reading-Focused STEM Curriculum in Ten Baltimore City Schools

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Education, Ecosystem, Love, Literacy, STEM, Engineering, Science, The Alvin Weinberg Foundation, Bee, Maryland School, Student, K-8, Tutoring

GAITHERSBURG, Md., April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- STEM nonprofit Learning Undefeated is launching a new program that builds both reading and engineering skills in a free program for Baltimore elementary and middle schools, thanks to support from the Weinberg Foundation.

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  • GAITHERSBURG, Md., April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- STEM nonprofit Learning Undefeated is launching a new program that builds both reading and engineering skills in a free program for Baltimore elementary and middle schools, thanks to support from the Weinberg Foundation .
  • As a new partner in the Baltimore Library Project , Learning Undefeated will serve 10 K-8 schools this year including the Maryland School for the Blind .
  • The Baltimore Library Project is a multi-year, collaborative effort to build and transform Baltimore City Public School libraries in neighborhoods where many students face academic and economic challenges.
  • Learning Undefeated's new program promotes a holistic integration of reading and literacy with science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).

Southeast Seattle Schools Collaborative Fundraiser seeks community support to raise funds

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Sunday, April 21, 2024
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SEATTLE, April 21, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The fourth annual move-a-thon fundraiser, led by Southeast Seattle Schools Fundraising Alliance, will kick off on Monday, April 22, and run (literally!)

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  • SEATTLE, April 21, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The fourth annual move-a-thon fundraiser, led by Southeast Seattle Schools Fundraising Alliance, will kick off on Monday, April 22, and run (literally!)
  • ) through Friday, May 3, to benefit approximately 7000 students attending 17 elementary, K-8 and middle schools in District 7 of Seattle Public Schools.
  • The collaborative fundraising effort aims to raise $500,000 for schools who have historically been unable to raise the kind of funds typically generated by parent organizations elsewhere in the district.
  • This year, the Southeast Seattle Schools Fundraising Alliance will again engage students in participating in a bingo board-based move-a-thon to raise money.

McGraw Hill Introduces ALEKS Adventure: A New AI-Based ALEKS Math Program for Grades K-3

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- McGraw Hill today unveiled ALEKS Adventure, a new AI-powered supplemental learning solution launching for students in grades 1-2 in the 2024-25 school year, with complete K-3 support to follow in the 2025-26 school year. The tool is an expansion of the research-backed, AI-driven ALEKS program that has supported millions of learners in grades 3-12 and through higher education for two decades, bringing the program to lower grades in an age-appropriate format. 

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  • The tool is an expansion of the research-backed, AI-driven ALEKS program that has supported millions of learners in grades 3-12 and through higher education for two decades, bringing the program to lower grades in an age-appropriate format.
  • Sean Ryan, President of McGraw Hill's School Group, said: "Teachers and students today face a dynamic set of challenges in a complex environment.
  • "Young learners need developmentally appropriate math instruction that builds procedural fluency and supports conceptual understanding," said Lori Anderson, ALEKS Chief Product Officer.
  • McGraw Hill is a leading global education company that partners with millions of educators, learners and professionals around the world.

Apex Leadership Company Amplifies Nationwide Expansion Through Key Franchise Agreements in New Markets

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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HOUSTON, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Apex Leadership Company, a premier child enrichment and fundraising franchise, is strategically expanding into new territories across the United States, marked by the signing of new franchise agreements in Illinois, South Carolina, New Jersey, New York, and California. This notable expansion highlights the growing demand for Apex's innovative approach to school fundraising, which integrates fitness, fundraising, and leadership into comprehensive programs that pours millions of dollars into schools nationwide.

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  • His collaboration with Apex is driven by his aspiration to affect positive community change through leadership and service.
  • The Canadas' journey with Apex signifies a commitment to family, community, and business, set to inspire leadership and engagement in New Jersey.
  • "We are thrilled to see such strong demand for our franchise model as we enter these vibrant communities," said Jamie Krasnov, CEO of Apex Leadership Company.
  • For further information on Apex Leadership Company and its franchising opportunities, please visit https://franchise.apexleadershipco.com/ .

Kang Chiao International School in Taiwan to Visit The Meadows School in Las Vegas

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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LAS VEGAS, March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On March 18th, 2024, a group of fifth grade students and faculty from the Kang Chiao International School (KCIS) in Taiwan will arrive at The Meadows School (TMS) campus in Summerlin. They will be greeted by their fifth grade Meadows pen pals—marking the first time the students have met in person.

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  • LAS VEGAS, March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On March 18th, 2024, a group of fifth grade students and faculty from the Kang Chiao International School (KCIS) in Taiwan will arrive at The Meadows School (TMS) campus in Summerlin.
  • They will be greeted by their fifth grade Meadows pen pals—marking the first time the students have met in person.
  • This penpal initiative began in 2022, spearheaded by Meadows class of 2006 alumnus Juan Serafica, Victor Li (KCIS), and Kathy Brennan (TMS), and quickly gained support.
  • The visit included a comprehensive tour of The Meadows' campus and discussions of academics, student supports, and more.

ClassDojo Unveils First-Ever District Offering to Help District Leaders Build Engaged School Communities

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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Across the country, superintendents and school leaders are grappling with re-building strong school communities in the wake of the pandemic--resulting in increased classroom behavioral disruptions, rising absenteeism, teacher burnout, and family disconnection. In a recent survey by the Education Advisory Board, 80% of superintendents reported that student behavior has worsened over the last four years, and 74% reported that parent communication has become more disrespectful. ClassDojo for Districts makes it simple for administrators to help schools and families stay engaged, all on a private, secure platform that districts can trust—and that tens of millions of teachers, kids and families already love and use.

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  • Built with school districts, for school districts, ClassDojo for Districts helps leaders build close-knit school communities and increase student engagement with district-level security and controls, and tangible insights —all for free.
  • Built in collaboration with district leaders, ClassDojo for Districts provides  seamless single sign-on capabilities, personalized support, and more insight into school and family engagement.
  • This new product offers districts a beautiful, simple, safe—and free—platform to enable the central office to build positive and engaged school communities.
  • Having seen ClassDojo in action in individual classrooms, they wanted to go beyond to create deeply engaged school communities in every school across their district.

Boxlight Solutions Successfully Integrated at Father Yermo Schools

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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Boxlight Corporation (Nasdaq: BOXL), a leader in interactive technology, digital signage, classroom audio, campus communication, and services, is pleased to announce that Father Yermo Schools has successfully integrated Mimio interactive displays and MimioSTEM solutions.

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  • Boxlight Corporation (Nasdaq: BOXL), a leader in interactive technology, digital signage, classroom audio, campus communication, and services, is pleased to announce that Father Yermo Schools has successfully integrated Mimio interactive displays and MimioSTEM solutions.
  • Father Yermo Schools in El Paso, TX, committed to providing accessible Catholic education, faced challenges in student engagement, particularly in science and technology.
  • To enhance hands-on learning, the school strategically invested in Mimio by Boxlight technology, fostering interactive experiences and supporting key 21st-century skills.
  • Father Yermo Schools have integrated the following award-winning Boxlight solutions for enhanced teaching and learning:
    Every classroom, K-8, now features a Mimio interactive display, fostering dynamic learning.

School Funding Franchise Apex Leadership Company Achieves Remarkable Growth Under New Leadership

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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HOUSTON, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Apex Leadership Company, a dynamic child enrichment franchise pouring millions of dollars into elementary and middle schools each year, is poised to continue its dominance as the nation's leader in school fundraising due to its refreshed growth strategy. The company has doubled the size of its leadership team, attracted a world-class board of investors and ramped up both fundraising efforts and franchise growth in the past two years after being acquired by CEO Jamie Krasnov, who spent the last decade in private equity before buying the tech-focused fundraising franchise.

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  • Compared to traditional school fundraisers, Apex's programs produce two times the fundraising results.
  • Key recent company milestones include:
    New Executive Hires: Apex named Blair Burdette as Vice President of Marketing.
  • Expanded Presence in New Markets: Apex Leadership is expanding its presence in new markets across the country.
  • Apex Leadership Company is the current leader in K-8 event fundraising space, hosting more than 1,500 events annually and raising more than $60 million for schools a year.

IXL Releases New Ultimate Math Workbooks for Middle School Students

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Friday, November 10, 2023
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SAN MATEO, Calif., Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --  IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, has released a new series of IXL Ultimate Math Workbooks for middle school students. Now available on Amazon, the workbooks are designed to help learners solidify their understanding of key math concepts through carefully crafted problems and delightful activities. IXL's Ultimate Math Workbook series now covers content for grades K-8, providing more options for families and educators to meet learners' unique needs.

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  • Each workbook features engaging problems, helpful guidance, and colorful visuals to help students master essential middle school math skills
    SAN MATEO, Calif., Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- IXL Learning , developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, has released a new series of IXL Ultimate Math Workbooks for middle school students.
  • IXL Ultimate Math Workbooks are designed by subject-matter experts from IXL Learning, and contain captivating activities that engage students and enhance their knowledge.
  • The middle school workbooks cover every essential math topic and arithmetic skill that students need to grow, including multi-digit division, geometry, the Pythagorean Theorem, and more.
  • "Our new middle school workbooks add to IXL's comprehensive offering of online and offline learning materials, giving middle school students even more high-quality resources to deepen their understanding of math."