TEDxIVC Announces Speaker Applications for 2020 Event
IRVINE, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — TEDxIVC recently announced their speaker applications for those interested in giving a TEDx Talk at the event, which will take place in the Performing Arts Center at Irvine Valley College on March 6, 2020. The theme of the event is “Modifying Human Perception” which is intended to introduce the audience to, as stated on TED’s page, a “hidden array of thoughts and ideas that will effectively challenge our perspectives on life.”
Kapor Center Awards $1 Million to Fund Diversity in Tech – Byte Back Awarded $100,000 in National Tech Done Right Challenge
WASHINGTON, D.C. /ScoopCloud/ — The Kapor Center announced the winners of its inaugural $1 million Tech Done Right Challenge grant competition, including the Washington D.C. non-profit, Byte Back. The challenge identified 10 social impact organizations who are building a more diverse and inclusive tech economy locally and nationally. Each winning organization will receive a $100,000 grant.
Treadstone 71 Releases Cyber Intelligence and CounterIntelligence Training Roadmap for Threat Analysts
HALF MOON BAY, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — Treadstone 71, the leading cyber and threat intelligence tradecraft company, today announced the Treadstone 71 Intelligence Roadmap. The new education program includes in-depth training along the cyber threat intelligence and counterintelligence lifecycles covering each phase in detail.
USI Establishes UAS Training Center of Excellence in Collaboration with Gulf Coast State College
ORLANDO, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Unmanned Safety Institute (USI) announced today that they will be establishing the first-in-the-nation Unmanned Safety Institute – Center of Excellence, a remote pilot training and safety certification center, at Gulf Coast State College (GCSC) in Port St. Joe, Florida.
Gainesville Dev Academy Launches Income Share Agreements to Expand Access to Professional Development Programs
GAINESVILLE, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Gainesville Dev Academy, a Florida company that offers professional advancement training for Web and Mobile application development, has announced today the launch of an Income Share Agreement program. Through this program, Gainesville Dev Academy will now offer students the ability to undergo training and pay their tuition only when they have completed the program and have achieved gainful employment.
When It Comes to Mental Health Support for Teens and Adolescents, Schools Need to Do More Connecting with Their Students Early, Before It’s Too Late: FeelU
FULLERTON, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — “Depression, isolation, bullying, anxiety, suicides, and school shootings are more prevalent today than ever before,” says the 17-year-old high school junior and the co-founder of FeelU, Amaan Jiwani.
Execs in Tech launches a new professional development program for IT Leaders
HOUSTON, Texas /ScoopCloud/ — Execs in Tech announced they will begin enrollment in their LeadIT program at their Houston chapter monthly member meetup luncheon. The LeadIT program is a self-paced, mentor lead, curriculm of “on-the-job” projects that IT professionals complete to help them be better in the job that they are in, while preparing for the job that they want.
Galileo Founder and CEO Joins Prestigious Pahara-Aspen Education Fellowship
OAKLAND, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — Galileo Learning, one of America’s largest and fastest growing summer day camp providers, announced today that its Founder and CEO, Glen Tripp, is one of 25 individuals who will join the Pahara community of leaders this Fall. This highly dynamic and influential cohort is designed to support and challenge diverse, innovative leaders who are reimagining America’s public schools.
Synergy SIS by Edupoint Wins ‘Student Information System of the Year’ Category in the 2019 EdTech Breakthrough Awards
IRVINE, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — Edupoint(R) Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy(R) Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, has won the 2019 EdTech Breakthrough Awards “Student Information System Solution of the Year” for its Synergy Student Information System (SIS).
Edupoint Educational Systems Makes ‘Top Companies to Work for in Arizona’ List for the Fourth Year
MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ — Edupoint Educational Systems, an industry leader in K-12 student information and learning management, has once again earned a spot among the 2019 azcentral.com(R) Top Companies to Work for In Arizona. The 2019 list marks the fourth time Edupoint has been recognized.
ACI employment data shows at least 23,000 Illinois college alumni working for top companies
CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ — At least 23,000 alumni of Illinois independent colleges and universities are working for 145 top employers throughout the state, according to findings from a three-month research project conducted by Associated Colleges of Illinois (ACI). ACI is a Chicago-based nonprofit that serves 27 independent higher education institutions.
Utica Education Launches New Website for the UCS Community
UTICA, Mich. /ScoopCloud/ — The Utica Education Association, the second largest teachers union in Michigan and its 1,400 educators, has launched a dynamic new website at UEAeducation.com which will become a clearing house for parent and community information.
Chester Charter Scholars Academy, FKA The Chester Charter School for the Arts, will graduate its first-ever senior class
CHESTER, Pa. /ScoopCloud/ — Chester Charter Scholars Academy (CCSA) to Graduate 100% of First-Ever Senior Class, June 10, 2019, 1 p.m., Lang Performing Arts Center, Swarthmore College (by invitation only). CCSA is an arts-integrated, academically rigorous, non-profit public charter school.
Over 1,000 Summer Camp Scholarships Available to Local Children Through ActivityHero’s Camp and Class Marketplace
PALO ALTO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — or the first time, families who struggle to make ends meet can apply for multiple summer camp scholarships with ActivityHero’s simple online registration. Over 1,000 scholarships are available at 50 summer camps for as little as $20.
Nayah Solutions, Inc. announces the launch of a free calendar for STEAM events for kids
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — Nayah Solutions, Inc., an educational training company, announces the launch of Nayah STEAM for Kids, a free calendar that lists science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM) events in the San Francisco Bay area.
Celebrating Culture in Annual South Bronx Festival
BRONX, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ — Casita Maria Center For Arts & Education, and Council Member Rafael Salamanca, Jr., are proud to present the South Bronx Culture Trail Festival 2019: retroACTIVO. The festival will last from May 24 to June 29, and will include multiple family-friendly events throughout the South Bronx, presented in partnership with community-based organizations, art institutions, health providers, and city agencies.
Bryan University to Hold Public Informational Meeting about Health Career Training
ROGERS, Ark. /ScoopCloud/ — Due to ongoing demand for qualified healthcare professionals in northwest Arkansas, Bryan University will be holding a public informational meeting about healthcare training programs offered at both its Rogers campus and via the institution’s online division.
Mohima Sanyal Named 2019 Koch Kellan Scholar
PORTLAND, Ore. /ScoopCloud/ — Paragon BioTeck, Inc., an ophthalmic pharmaceutical and medical device company, announced today that Mohima Sanyal has been named its 2019 Koch Kellan Scholar. Paragon Gives, a Paragon BioTeck initiative, awards the Koch Kellan Scholarship to an outstanding graduate medical student committed to elevating the standard of eye care.
KU Researchers Get an Assist to Bring Technologies to Market
KANSAS CITY, Kan. /ScoopCloud/ — SHARPhub, an initiative piloting at the University of Kansas, has selected its first cohort of nine companies that will receive one-on-one help preparing proposals for research funding through the federal SBIR/STTR programs.
The Organization for Educational Technology and Curriculum (OETC) Selects Edupoint’s Synergy Education Platform
IRVINE, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — Purchasing the industry-leading Synergy(R) Education Platform has just become easier for OETC Consortium member school districts in California, Washington, and Alaska. Following a rigorous competitive bid process, the OETC Consortium selected Synergy Student Information System (SIS) by Edupoint(R) Educational Systems and the full ecosystem of Synergy modules that work with Synergy SIS to make up Synergy Education Platform.
Coach Michael Miller and the University of Los Angeles College of Divinity Announces Jerron Wilbut Declares for the NBA Draft
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — Coach Michael Miller and the University of Los Angeles College of Divinity announce former Seton Hall recruit Jerron Wilbut’s decision to declare for the NBA Draft. Wilbut, originally from Chicago, had a stellar season on and off the court while leading ULACD in scoring.
Klemchuk LLP 15th Annual Ethics CLE
DALLAS, Texas /ScoopCloud/ — Klemchuk LLP, a leading litigation, intellectual property (IP), and business law firm, announces that the Klemchuk LLP 15th Annual Ethics CLE will be held on Friday, May 3, 2019, in Dallas, Texas.
Lady Pink and Casita Maria Create Mural Celebrating Hunts Point Pride
BRONX, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ — Casita Maria Center For Arts & Education and Council Member Rafael Salamanca, Jr. are proud to present a new mural by The First Lady of Graffiti, Lady Pink. We are excited to announce that she will paint the next mural on the facade of Casita Maria, located at 928 Simpson Street, Bronx, NY! She’ll be painting May 11, 12, and 19, from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. (contact Luis Pagan directly for rain dates).
BU’s ‘Holmes Legacy’ Staged Reading Unveils Virtual TV Series
BOSTON, Mass. /ScoopCloud/ — Sherlock Holmes fans! Boston University writers created a new TV series based on Stephen King’s “The Doctor’s Case” short story. “Holmes Legacy: The Doctor’s Cases” is a six-episode drama about an older Dr. John Watson, who uses his memories of Sherlock Holmes to foil a new Moriarty and protect present-day London. Experience the live staged reading by professional actors at WBUR’s CitySpace from 12-3 p.m. on April 27-28, 2019.
Oak Hills Local Schools Expects to Save More Than $32,000 Annually Through Lighting Upgrade with Energy Optimizers, USA
DAYTON, Ohio /ScoopCloud/ — Oak Hills Local School District, in partnership with Energy Optimizers, USA, will upgrade all interior lighting to LED systems for an expected savings of more than $32,000 annually.
Local Illinois Woman to Compete in Mrs. Illinois America Pageant
CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ — The Founder and CEO of The LINK Scholarship, a 501(c)(3) Organization, has been a local Crystal Lake resident of 13 years. The LINK Scholarship is proud to announce that Monica Furlong, has recently been selected to compete in the 2019 Mrs. Illinois America Pageant. She currently holds the title of Mrs. Crystal Lake Illinois.
Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting for THE KITCHEN DSM presented by the Justice League of Food (JLF)
DES MOINES, Iowa /ScoopCloud/ — The Justice League of Food will welcome supporters, partners, community leaders, and the general public to a Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Celebration. Guests will include Governor Kim Reynolds.
More than 11,000 Medical Residency Applicants Did Not Match Into Residency
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 3, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — On March 14, 2019 the National Residency Match Program (NRMP) released the list of applicants that applied for a Post Graduate Training slot also known as a medical “Residency.” There were just over 44,600 applicants that applied for 35,000 residency positions nationwide, says Residents Medical.
Second Annual Young Artist Showcase at Casita Maria in NYC: Bambula Re-remember
BRONX, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ — Casita Maria Center For Arts & Education is proud to present Bambula/Re-remember, our 2nd Annual Young Artist Showcase! This multidisciplinary exhibition will include art created by participants in Casita Maria’s after-school arts education program during the 2018 – 2019 academic year.
DC Startup Sorcero Brings New Tech to Adult Learners at Byte Back
WASHINGTON, D.C. /ScoopCloud/ — Learning technology skills requires technology. That’s why Byte Back and Sorcero recently started teaming up to integrate AI software that makes learning and retaining information easier in the tech classroom.
Edupoint Enters Florida with Clay County District Schools’ Selection of its Synergy Education Platform
GREEN COVE SPRINGS, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Clay County District Schools has selected Edupoint(R) Educational Systems to implement its industry-leading Synergy Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management. The district’s cloud-hosted Synergy solution will include Synergy Student Information System, Synergy Learning Management System with RTI/MTSS and Assessment.
Utah’s tech outcomes show the way out of Nation’s Tech Shortage
LEHI, Utah /ScoopCloud/ — Bottega is giving back in a big way to the community that has allowed it to experience tremendous growth. “We’ve already given more than $5 million of educational programs to high school students and teachers, and have plans to give another $5 million this summer.
City University of Seattle Offers 25 Percent Tuition Scholarship to Art Institute Students
SEATTLE, Wash. /ScoopCloud/ — The private, nonprofit City University of Seattle is demonstrating its support for students impacted by the recently announced closure of Art Institute campuses. To assist students seeking options to continue their education, City University of Seattle is offering a 25 percent tuition scholarship to students transferring from any AI campus.
Residents Medical Celebrates Women Doctors in Honor of 2019 International Women’s Day
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — Residents Medical, a woman-owned, internationally-renowned graduate medical education organization, is excited to celebrate International Woman’s Day on March 8, 2019. Agata Everest, owner, has a special passion for the recognition this day brings to women, worldwide.
Award-winning Galileo Camps Coming to Wicker Park, Illinois, Summer 2019
CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ — Galileo Camps (Galileo Learning, LLC), one of the most renowned summer day camp providers in the country, will be putting down community roots in Wicker Park this summer at Pritzker Elementary School on July 8, 2019.