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Tennessee English as a Second Language Teacher Named 2024 National Teacher of the Year

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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WASHINGTON, April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) today announced Missy Testerman, a kindergarten through eighth grade English as a second language (ESL) teacher, as the 2024 National Teacher of the Year.

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  • WASHINGTON, April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) today announced Missy Testerman, a kindergarten through eighth grade English as a second language (ESL) teacher, as the 2024 National Teacher of the Year.
  • She knows families are extensions of the classroom and often advocates for her families who speak little English.
  • As the 2024 National Teacher of the Year, Testerman will spend a year representing educators and serving as an ambassador for students and teachers across the nation.
  • From that group, the National Teacher of the Year is chosen by a Selection Committee composed of 16 individuals and education organizations.

Yes, You Can Raise Healthy, Smart, Kind Kids in a Screen-Saturated World

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Monday, February 5, 2024
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This year, Safer Internet Day takes on heightened importance. Last week's Congressional testimony by Social Media CEOs highlighted the very real concerns surrounding young people navigating the online world -- an issue that continues to resonate with parents and educators. 

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  • The best thing to happen this year on “Safer Internet Day,” is the launch of The Mediatrician's Guide , developed to deliver those critical answers.
  • He understands the stress, confusion, and joy parents feel about raising their kids in the digital age.
  • If you wouldn’t let a toddler cross a street without holding their hand, don’t let young children use digital devices unaccompanied."
  • “At every stage of your child's development, they require your guidance, delivered with respect and without judgment,” said Dr. Rich.

Opportunity@Work’s STARs Public Sector Hub Helps Government Leaders Accelerate the Shift to Skills-Based Employment

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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Currently, there is no state in the nation in which STARs are sufficiently represented in state hiring – leading to a deficit of nearly one million STARs who have been excluded from state public sector employment.

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  • Currently, there is no state in the nation in which STARs are sufficiently represented in state hiring – leading to a deficit of nearly one million STARs who have been excluded from state public sector employment.
  • For too long, many smart and talented New Jersey STARs have had a distinct disadvantage in accessing good, public sector roles due to unnecessary degree requirements.
  • We're excited that the STARs Public Sector Hub will be launching in 2024 to provide us with the resources and know-how needed to advance us – and so many others like us in the public sector – on our skills-based journey."
  • STARs – skilled but often overlooked workers—are an important solution to this talent shortage, and the STARs Public Sector Hub can help economic and workforce development leaders connect these workers to the economic opportunities generated by this historic investment surge."

Commonwealth Strategic Partners Welcomes Former Feeding Pennsylvania CEO to Lead Pennsylvania Operation

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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HARRISBURG, Pa., April 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Commonwealth Strategic Partners (CSP) welcomes Jane Clements, former nonprofit CEO, as their new the Vice President, State Government Affairs of the firm’s Harrisburg, PA, operations.

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  • HARRISBURG, Pa., April 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Commonwealth Strategic Partners (CSP) welcomes Jane Clements, former nonprofit CEO, as their new the Vice President, State Government Affairs of the firm’s Harrisburg, PA, operations.
  • Under her leadership, the association was awarded the contract for the Pennsylvania Agricultural Surplus System (PASS) through the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture.
  • Feeding Pennsylvania has retained CSP to represent them in Harrisburg for state advocacy efforts and in Washington, D.C., for reauthorization of the Farm Bill.
  • Born and raised in Pennsylvania, Jane graduated from Saint Joseph’s University with a bachelor’s degree in English.

Commonwealth Strategic Partners Promotes Katie Hazlett to Vice President of Federal Government Affairs

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Commonwealth Strategic Partners (CSP), a bipartisan public policy firm, is pleased to announce the promotion of Katie Hazlett to Vice President of Federal Government Affairs, effective immediately.

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Commonwealth Strategic Partners (CSP), a bipartisan public policy firm, is pleased to announce the promotion of Katie Hazlett to Vice President of Federal Government Affairs, effective immediately.
  • Since joining CSP last July, Hazlett has held the role of Director of Federal Government Affairs.
  • Prior to joining CSP, Hazlett spent 14 years working on Capitol Hill for Chairman Rodney Frelinghuysen (R-NJ), who led the House Committee on Appropriations.
  • During her years working for Chairman Frelinghuysen, Hazlett served as his Chief of Staff and his top appropriations advisor.

Commonwealth Strategic Partners Co-Founders George McElwee and Keith Pemrick Named Among The Hill’s Top Lobbyists for the Second Year in a Row

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022
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This is the second year in a row that McElwee and Pemrick have received recognition as Top Lobbyists.

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  • This is the second year in a row that McElwee and Pemrick have received recognition as Top Lobbyists.
  • They are named alongside professionals from Google, Southwest Airlines, Bank of America, Boeing, and other major industry and association leaders.
  • Additionally, Aaron Grau, Executive Director for CSP client Invest in the USA (IIUSA) was named to the list in the Grassroots category.
  • “We are honored to receive recognition as Top Lobbyists once again,” said CSP co-founder and Managing Partner Keith Pemrick.

Women Report Less Success Reaching Their Goals with Cannabis Products

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New Frontier Data , the leader in actionable cannabis data and business intelligence, in partnership with Jointly , the cannabis discovery company, releases Cannabis Consumers in America, Part 2: The Purposeful Consumer.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New Frontier Data , the leader in actionable cannabis data and business intelligence, in partnership with Jointly , the cannabis discovery company, releases Cannabis Consumers in America, Part 2: The Purposeful Consumer.
  • The second part of a three-part series on cannabis consumers, the report, powered by Jointly data, provides detailed insights into the purposeful and intentional use of cannabis across America.
  • Cannabis enthusiasts use the platform to reflect on their experiences to reveal insights that help them reach their goals.
  • Their authentic, unbiased experiences create Jointly's trusted product ratings, matching all consumers with the best performing products for their goals.

Inflation Reduction Act Investments in Urban Forestry Will Save Lives

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022
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The U.S. Forest Service works to address that disparity, already reaching over 7,500 communities each year through the Urban and Community Forestry program.

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  • The U.S. Forest Service works to address that disparity, already reaching over 7,500 communities each year through the Urban and Community Forestry program.
  • The Inflation Reduction Act will reconnect neighborhoods and invest in urban greening through tree planting and other efforts, said Representative A. Donald McEachin.
  • The Inflation Reduction Act will help accomplish just that and will have a substantial impact on peoples lives with every dollar, every job and every tree.
  • By expanding urban tree canopy, the investments in the Inflation Reduction Act will advance equity in our neighborhoods while creating jobs and bolstering local economies across the nation.

Case Against Saudi Prince Mohammed bin Abdullah al-Saud and Princess Nouf bint Nayef Abdul-Aziz al-Saud Dismissed with Prejudice: Holland & Knight Attorney

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022
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The al-Sauds always maintained their innocence and vigorously defended themselves against Tekle's false and scurrilous allegations throughout the case.

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  • The al-Sauds always maintained their innocence and vigorously defended themselves against Tekle's false and scurrilous allegations throughout the case.
  • Ms. Tekle did not receive any payment or consideration of any kind in connection with the dismissal.
  • We are grateful that these flagrantly false charges were dismissed, and that Ms. Tekle admitted that she had no evidence supporting any of her baseless allegations against us, said both Prince Mohammed bin Abdullah al-Saud and Princess Nouf bint Nayef Abdul-Aziz al-Saud.
  • Copies of the Dismissal and an interview with counsel to the Saudi royal family are available upon request.

SSDP/SMART unveil 11 HBCU Ambassadors to bring sensible drug policy and awareness to HBCU campuses across 5 southern states and D.C.

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Tuesday, July 12, 2022
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The SSDP and SMART partnership kicked off this spring collecting over 100 interested HBCU students for 11 positions.

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  • The SSDP and SMART partnership kicked off this spring collecting over 100 interested HBCU students for 11 positions.
  • The Freetheplant Freethepeople movement is creating conduits to careers and providing invaluable education about cannabis for HBCU students.
  • Students for Sensible Drug Policy (SSDP) is the largest global youth-led network dedicated to ending the War on Drugs.
  • SMART works with leading cannabis companies and organizations to help students access employment, mentorship, and networking opportunities.