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Edupoint Synergy Education Platform Named ‘Next-Gen School Solution of the Year’ in 2026 EdTech Breakthrough Awards

Award recognizes unified approach to K-12 data, instruction, support, operations, and analytics

MESA, Ariz., June 10, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Edupoint® Educational Systems today announced that Synergy® Education Platform has been selected as winner of the “Next-Gen School Solution of the Year” award in the 8th annual EdTech Breakthrough Awards program conducted by EdTech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence organization that recognizes top companies and solutions in the global educational technology market.

Image caption: Edupoint Synergy Education Platform Named “Next-Gen School Solution of the Year.”

Synergy Education Platform is a modern K–12 student data management system built to connect insight to action across the full student lifecycle. With a single, unified data model underlying student information, teaching and learning, student support, district operations, and analytics, Synergy gives districts a seamless foundation for managing daily work, improving visibility, and supporting timely decisions.

Built around four natively connected solution areas—Core SIS, Teaching & Learning, Student Support, and District Productivity—Synergy provides one source of truth and one access point for the role-based tools and real-time information needed for daily operations, classroom instruction, student services, communication, and reporting.

Synergy connects teaching and learning with the broader student lifecycle by tying curriculum, instruction, grading, and performance data directly to the student record and related workflows. Teachers can use real-time gradebook, LMS, and assessment data to identify learning needs, adjust instruction, and connect students to additional support when needed.

That same shared data supports coordinated student services across MTSS, 504, and special education processes. Because instructional context, intervention history, documentation, and progress data stay with the student, educators and support teams can work from complete, current information as needs change over time—and classroom teachers can continue supporting students with the right context in view.

Across district operations, Synergy extends that same connected foundation to administrative workflows, communication, program management, and reporting. Interactive analytics and role-based dashboards help leaders reveal patterns, improve consistency, and make faster, better-informed decisions.

“Synergy Education Platform is a modern student data management system that blurs the lines between SIS, instruction, and student support workflows,” said Steve Johansson, managing director, EdTech Breakthrough. “Districts and educators can quickly identify what needs attention and take the next step within the same system, without delays or workarounds.”

The EdTech Breakthrough Awards program recognizes standout educational technology products and companies across the global edtech market. In its 8th annual cycle, the program drew a record number of nominations from innovators across more than 20 countries.

“Being recognized again by EdTech Breakthrough reinforces the continued relevance of our platform strategy,” said Rob Wilson, President and Chief Innovation Officer at Edupoint. “Synergy reflects where K–12 technology is headed: toward unified systems that reduce complexity, improve visibility, and help educators act with greater speed and confidence.”

About Edupoint Educational Systems

Edupoint Educational Systems is a leading education technology company focused on simplifying K–12 operations and instruction. Its Synergy Education Platform unifies student information, teaching and learning, student support, operations, and analytics in one modern system—helping educators turn data into action. For more than 25 years, districts of all sizes have relied on Synergy to support both immediate needs and long-term growth.

More than 5.5 million students use Synergy in 21 states. Learn more at https://www.edupoint.com/.

About EdTech Breakthrough

Part of Tech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence and recognition platform for global technology innovation and leadership, the EdTech Breakthrough Awards program is devoted to honoring excellence in educational technology products, companies and people. The EdTech Breakthrough Awards provide a platform for public recognition around the achievements of breakthrough educational technology in categories including remote learning, student engagement, school administration, career preparation, language learning, STEM education and more. For more information, visit EdTechBreakthrough.com.

Tech Breakthrough LLC does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in our recognition programs, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with award designations. Tech Breakthrough LLC recognition consists of the opinions of the Tech Breakthrough LLC organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Tech Breakthrough LLC disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this recognition program, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

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Edupoint Honors Five Partner School Districts in 6th Annual Synergy Achievement Awards Program

Company recognizes honorees at the 2025 Synergy Connect National Users Conference

MESA, Ariz., Jan. 7, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Edupoint® Educational Systems today announced the honorees of this year’s Synergy Achievement Awards program. The annual awards program celebrates partner districts that use the Synergy platform creatively and proactively, customizing their Synergy solution to positively impact student learning, improve a process, or solve a problem. Edupoint recently paid tribute to the honorees at its 2025 Synergy Connect Users Conference in Orlando, Florida.

Image caption: Edupoint Synergy Achievement Awards.

Edupoint awarded $2,500 technology grants to four winning districts: Central Point School District 6 (OR), Poudre School District (CO), School District of Lancaster (PA), and Union Elementary School District No. 62 (AZ). Marshall County School System (TN) received Honorable Mention and a $1,000 technology grant. These districts achieved impactful results with Synergy MTSS, Synergy SIS Digital Hall Pass and Attendance functionality, Synergy Analytics, and the KioskVUE® mobile app.

“The Synergy Achievement Awards program was once again a highlight of our year here at Edupoint,” said Rob Wilson, President and Chief Innovation Officer at Edupoint. “Our winners continue to distinguish themselves through their commitment to maximizing the use of Synergy in their districts to elicit measurable improvements and save users time. One district saved over $20,000 by moving to digital hall passes in their high school, another reduced chronic absenteeism more than 10% at their most impacted school, and a third saved countless hours for staff by creating a custom analytics dashboard to automatically compare district funding data with state data. It’s a pleasure for our team to see the many creative ways districts apply the Synergy platform’s rich data management capabilities to streamline school and district processes and positively impact the everyday experience for students, faculty, and staff.”

Learn more at https://www.edupoint.com/Company/Synergy-Achievement-Awards.

ABOUT EDUPOINT EDUCATIONAL SYSTEMS:

For over 35 years, the leadership of Edupoint Educational Systems has delivered the most forward-thinking, impactful student data management solutions in the K-12 market. Designed to meet the unique needs of K-12 educators, Synergy Education Platform by Edupoint is an industry-leading ecosystem for managing student information, teaching and learning, and special services. Synergy provides real-time, systemwide data and insights to all users within a framework built for communication and collaboration, engaging families and empowering educators to identify and respond to student needs quickly and effectively. Edupoint serves school districts of all sizes – including some of the largest in the country, as well as education service centers – with a focus on partnership and a consultative approach to customer service. Synergy offers a unique suite of seven role-based mobile apps and a kiosk app supporting self-service. More than 5.5 million students use Synergy in 22 states. Learn more at https://www.edupoint.com/.

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Synergy Student Information Suite by Edupoint Wins Student Information System Category in the 2025 THE Journal Product of the Year Awards

Winners' achievements honored as 'particularly noteworthy in the transformation of education technology'

MESA, Ariz., Dec. 15, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy Education Platform, today announced that Synergy Student Information Suite has been recognized as the winner of the Student Information System (SIS) category of the 5th annual Product of the Year Awards by THE Journal.

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Now in its 5th year, the awards program “honors outstanding product development achievements of manufacturers and suppliers whose products or services are considered to be particularly noteworthy in the transformation of education technology.” Eight companies were selected as winners across multiple categories.

Synergy Student Information Suite unites a powerful core SIS with seamlessly connected online registration, lottery, athletics management, and analytics solutions – as well as a powerful teacher portal and gradebook – to help districts work more efficiently and effectively. Designed from the ground up for full interoperability across modules, the single, centralized Synergy database means that users only need to enter data once to see it in real-time platformwide.

As an all-in-one solution, Synergy SIS Suite provides comprehensive functionality with fewer software licenses, fewer vendors, and a single point of contact to get support for everything, so districts can improve administrative processes and learning outcomes while reducing the total cost of ownership. The suite can be extended to include Synergy Teaching & Learning Suite modules – Synergy MTSS With Early Warning, Synergy Assessment, Synergy LMS – and Synergy Special Services Suite modules for special education and 504 plan management.

“Throughout its 50+ years of existence, THE Journal has played a leading role in keeping K-12 education and technology leaders informed about the use of technology to advance student learning,” said Rob Wilson, President & Chief Innovation Officer at Edupoint. “It’s an honor to have THE Journal recognize Synergy Student information Suite as a 2025 Product of the Year.”

See all winners at: https://thejournal.com/pages/product-of-the-year.aspx.

About Edupoint Educational Systems

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NEWS SOURCE: Edupoint Educational Systems

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Edupoint Synergy Named ‘SIS Innovation of the Year’ in 7th Annual EdTech Breakthrough Awards Program

Prestigious International Awards Program Recognizes Outstanding Educational Technology Products and Companies

MESA, Ariz., June 5, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform, today announced that Synergy has been selected as the winner of the “SIS Innovation of the Year” award in the 7th annual EdTech Breakthrough Awards program conducted by EdTech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence organization recognizing the top companies and solutions in the global educational technology market.

Image caption: SIS Innovation of the Year.

Synergy Education Platform takes a Seamless-by-Design approach to student data management, featuring a single, centralized database that gives users real-time data systemwide, with access to all Synergy modules offered by their district in one place with one login. The Synergy Student Information Suite is built on the core SIS, which offers all the school and district administration capabilities districts expect, robust student performance administration with standards support, parent and student engagement tools, a suite of seven role-based mobile apps, a self-service kiosk app, and seamless third-party integrations including Ed-Fi, OneRoster®, and Google for Education™ productivity applications.

Many highly sought-after tools are part of the core SIS functionality, such as automation and workflows, data validation, data trail and access auditing, a translation engine, hall pass management, a 360-degree student profile, and a secure emergency response system. Online registration, lottery and waitlisting, athletics management, and a powerful teacher portal and gradebook round out the Student Information Suite. Districts have the option of turning on generative AI features throughout Synergy Education Platform.

This comprehensive functionality empowers teachers with a rich set of tools for managing classrooms and instructional resources, fosters student autonomy and safety, engages parents regardless of the language spoken at home, and helps schools and districts get the right information to the right people at the right time.

Modules from the Teaching & Learning and Special Services suites – Assessment, MTSS, LMS, Analytics, Special Education, and 504 – can be added to the SIS suite, providing comprehensive learning management functionality with fewer software licenses, fewer vendors, and a single point of contact to get support for everything. In this way, districts can improve administrative processes and learning outcomes while reducing the total cost of ownership.

“More than ever, real-time insights and holistic data are needed to drive improved outcomes in education through personalized learning,” said Steve Johansson, managing director, EdTech Breakthrough. “The interoperability built into Synergy Education Platform provides educators and districts with convenient, timely access to the data and tools they need to put students at the center and help them thrive.”

“At Edupoint, we organize around a total dedication to K-12 student information and learning management, the development of product features that offer the greatest value to our clients, and a true partnership approach to every customer relationship,” said Rob Wilson, President & Chief Innovation Officer at Edupoint. “We are thrilled to accept the ‘SIS Innovation of the Year’ award from EdTech Breakthrough and look forward to continuing the innovation that’s part of our company DNA.”

The mission of the EdTech Breakthrough Awards is to honor excellence and recognize innovation, hard work, and success in a range of educational technology categories. This year’s program attracted thousands of nominations from over 15 different countries.

About Edupoint Educational Systems

About EdTech Breakthrough

Part of Tech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence and recognition platform for global technology innovation and leadership, the EdTech Breakthrough Awards program is devoted to honoring excellence in educational technology products, companies and people. The EdTech Breakthrough Awards provide a platform for public recognition around the achievements of breakthrough educational technology in categories including e-learning, student engagement, school administration, career preparation, language learning, STEM and more. For more information, visit EdTechBreakthrough.com.

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Edupoint Educational Systems Partners With ParentSquare to Simplify New Integrations for Client Districts

MESA, Ariz., Feb. 26, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy Education Platform, today announced its partnership with ParentSquare, an award-winning unified school-home engagement platform for K-12 education. This partnership will facilitate smoother onboarding and integration for Synergy customers interested in using the ParentSquare platform to communicate with families for student success.

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Synergy Education Platform is a comprehensive student data management ecosystem that combines student information management, MTSS, assessment, analytics, special education, and more in one seamless platform that includes a powerful suite of native, role-based mobile apps. Built from the ground up on a single database, Synergy provides districts with real-time data systemwide to simplify administration, unlock unprecedented insights, and improve communication at all levels.

Since 2011, ParentSquare has provided millions of educators and families across the country with everything they need to successfully engage with their school communities. The secure ParentSquare platform offers mass notifications, classroom communications, school websites, translation in nearly 190 languages, and more, syncing information from the school’s student information system (SIS).

“We are excited to partner with ParentSquare to provide an unparalleled experience that enables customers who use Synergy and ParentSquare to maximize their impact,” said Rob Wilson, President & Chief Innovation Officer at Edupoint. “Synergy customers will benefit from this enhancement to our extensive menu of robust third-party integrations.”

ParentSquare and Synergy SIS currently support SFTP and will soon support API data flow from Synergy to ParentSquare. Additionally, Edupoint will collaborate with ParentSquare to provide shared customers with an effortless onboarding experience and reliable ongoing support.

“We are thrilled to announce this partnership with Edupoint Educational Systems’ Synergy SIS,” said Anupama Vaid, ParentSquare Founder and President. “This integration allows K-12 districts to more easily connect two powerful platforms, enhancing their reach and strengthening family engagement across their school communities. And when families are engaged, students thrive – it’s a win-win.”

For more information, visit https://www.parentsquare.com/ and https://www.edupoint.com/.

About Edupoint Educational Systems:

For over 35 years, the leadership of Edupoint Educational Systems has provided well-designed, technologically advanced student data management systems that empower K-12 stakeholders to improve student achievement. Synergy Education Platform by Edupoint is an industry-leading student data management ecosystem built to fit the way educators already work, with seamlessly integrated student information management, learning management, MTSS, assessment, special education management, and analytics. Synergy is unique among K-12 student data management solutions in providing an array of role-based mobile apps designed to give all stakeholders access to the tools they need when and where they need them. More than 5.5 million students use Synergy in 22 states. https://www.edupoint.com/.

About ParentSquare:

ParentSquare is the leading provider of digital family and community engagement solutions for K-12 institutions, serving over 20 million students across all 50 states. Districts rely on ParentSquare’s unified platform for mass notifications, classroom communications, school websites, translation in nearly 190 languages, and other everyday parent interactions. Seamless integrations with existing school information systems (SIS) easily connects schools with families to advance communication equity and impact student success. Founded in 2011, ParentSquare has experienced over 500% growth in the last three years. Explore how they are shaping the future of school-to-home communications at parentsquare.com.

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Edupoint Honors Northshore School District (Wash.) as the Company’s 9th Annual ‘Partner for Life’

Company celebrates district's embrace of technology in service to students and families

MESA, Ariz., Dec. 11, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, today announced that Northshore School District (NSD) has been selected as the recipient of the company’s ninth annual Partner for Life Award. Edupoint Founder Bob Weathers, alongside Edupoint President Rob Wilson, presented the award to Allen Miedema, Executive Director of Technology at Northshore, on November 7 at the 2024 Synergy Connect Users Conference in Anaheim, California.

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Northshore has used Synergy since 2014, when it signed on as the second Synergy partner in Washington state. The district serves 22,000 students across four comprehensive high schools, three choice schools, six middle schools, an early childhood center, and twenty elementary schools serving the cities of Bothell, Kenmore, and Woodinville in Washington State. With a culture of technology and inclusion, Northshore strives to ensure that it meets the unique needs of every student. Technology plays a major role in the background, providing hidden supports that assist teachers and staff in helping students maximize their potential.

“We don’t want to see technology as a side project or something you tack onto things,” Miedema said. “It is core to what we do. We have a strategic plan that we’ve put a lot of energy into that really talks about what is it that the district is going to do to help every kid, every family, be successful in their education.”

“It’s been such a pleasure working with Allen and the whole team at Northshore over the past ten years,” said Rob Wilson, President and Chief Innovation Officer at Edupoint. “They truly understand the power of technology to invigorate the education process and positively impact student learning. I believe this synergy between our organizations drives both Edupoint and Northshore to be better than either of us would be alone. I am thrilled to recognize Northshore as this year’s Partner for Life Award recipient.”

Edupoint has awarded $10,000 to Northshore School District for use as a student scholarship.

About Edupoint Educational Systems:

Synergy is unique among K-12 student data management solutions in providing an array of role-based mobile apps designed to give all stakeholders access to the tools they need when and where they need them. More than 5.5 million students use Synergy in 22 states.

Learn more at: https://www.edupoint.com/.

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Edupoint Honors Five Partner School Districts in 5th Annual Synergy Achievement Awards Program

Company celebrates winners at the 2024 Synergy Connect National Users Conference

MESA, Ariz., Dec. 5, 2024 (SEND2PRESSS NEWSWIRE) — Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, today announced the honorees of this year’s Synergy Achievement Awards program. The annual awards program celebrates partner districts that use the Synergy platform beyond “out-of-the-box” applications, customizing their Synergy solution to positively impact student learning, improve a process, or solve a problem. The company paid tribute to five winning districts last month at its 2024 Synergy Connect Users Conference in Anaheim, California.

Image caption: Edupoint 5th Annual Synergy Achievement Awards Program.

Edupoint awarded $5,000 technology grants to two districts: Desert Sands Unified School District (CA) and Fairfax County Public Schools (VA). Three additional districts received $2,500 technology grants: Montgomery County Public Schools (MD), Prince William County Public Schools (VA), and Williamsburg-James City County Public Schools (VA). These districts achieved impactful results with MTSS, Synergy Online Registration, State Reporting rules, and Attendance.

“This is the fifth year of our Synergy Achievement Awards program, and we are seeing the impressive impacts that our partner districts are achieving with Synergy for a variety of stakeholders,” said Rob Wilson, President and Chief Innovation Officer at Edupoint. “This year’s winners highlighted service to students, families, and staff. One district put nearly 17% of off-track students back on track to graduate in just 6 months, another eliminated overtime for staff during state reporting season, and a third created a process for quickly registering, placing, and welcoming its large population of international students.

“It was exciting for our team to review the incoming nominations and see how districts are proactively taking advantage of the seamless Synergy data management ecosystem and its comprehensive offerings to achieve positive results that were previously out of reach.”

Learn more at https://www.edupoint.com/Synergy-Achievement-Awards.

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Edupoint Wins ‘Education Administration Solution of the Year’ in 6th Annual EdTech Breakthrough Awards Program

MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, today announced that its Synergy Student Information System (SIS) has been selected as winner of the "Education Administration Solution of the Year" award in the 6th annual EdTech Breakthrough Awards program conducted by EdTech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence organization that recognizes the top companies and solutions in the global educational technology market.

Synergy SIS is the core module in Synergy Education Platform, a comprehensive student data management ecosystem that combines student information management, MTSS, assessment, analytics, special education, and more in one seamless platform that includes a powerful suite of native, role-based mobile apps. Built from the ground up on a single database, Synergy provides districts with real-time data systemwide to simplify administration, unlock unprecedented insights, and facilitate communication at all levels.

The platform's seamless-by-design approach gives educators a powerful edge in seeing and responding to the whole student. Dashboards and reports can combine data from different domains providing transparency into performance trends, consistency of instruction, curriculum effectiveness, professional development needs, equity concerns, resource use, and more. Teachers have gradebook access to a 360° student profile alongside MTSS information, up-to-date IEPs, and 504 accommodations. Parents receive portal updates on assignment and assessment scores, MTSS plan progress, progress toward IEP goals, and more. Multi-step processes move smoothly and continuously, with stakeholders receiving notifications even as workflow steps cross from one module to another. As a result, districts can respond in a timely and targeted manner to identified student needs, with continuity of support from the classroom to MTSS plans to special education referral and services.

Likewise, the Synergy ecosystem is intuitive to use, with one password and place to access all data and tools, flexible navigation, easy personalization for users, and fast, accurate search. Synergy Mail with automatic translation and multi-language support for the ParentVUE® portal make communication inclusive for families. Synergy integrates with virtually any third-party application, including Ed-Fi, OneRoster®, and Google for Education(tm) productivity applications.

"Districts relying on student data management solutions that don't inherently talk to each other have to move and sync data on an ongoing basis, which can not only cause data accuracy issues, but can also impede educators' ability to accurately identify student needs and respond in real time," said Steve Johansson, Managing Director, EdTech Breakthrough. "As a seamless data ecosystem, Synergy bypasses these issues, helping users work more efficiently and effectively and giving them back time for projects and tasks that positively impact student outcomes."

"Our ecosystem approach to student data management is one of the most cited reasons that school districts choose Edupoint, along with its comprehensive functionality, powerful feature set, and exceptional flexibility," said Rob Wilson, President and Chief Innovation Officer at Edupoint. "We're pleased to be honored with the 'Education Administration Solution of the Year' award from EdTech Breakthrough."

About Edupoint Educational Systems

For over 35 years, the leadership of Edupoint Educational Systems has provided well-designed, technologically advanced student data management systems that empower K-12 stakeholders to improve student achievement. Synergy Education Platform by Edupoint is an industry-leading student data management ecosystem built to fit the way educators already work. Synergy is unique among K-12 student data management solutions in providing an array of role-based mobile apps designed to give all stakeholders access to the tools they need when and where they need them. More than 5.5 million students use Synergy in 22 states. Learn more: https://www.edupoint.com/

About EdTech Breakthrough

Part of Tech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence and recognition platform for global technology innovation and leadership, the EdTech Breakthrough Awards program is devoted to honoring excellence in educational technology products, companies and people. The EdTech Breakthrough Awards provide a platform for public recognition around the achievements of breakthrough educational technology in categories including e-learning, student engagement, school administration, career preparation, language learning, STEM and more. Learn more: EdTechBreakthrough.com.

Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, today announced that its Synergy Student Information System (SIS) has been selected as winner of the "Education Administration Solution of the Year" award in the 6th annual EdTech Breakthrough Awards program conducted by EdTech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence organization that recognizes the top companies and solutions in the global educational technology market.

Related link: https://www.edupoint.com/

Edupoint Educational Systems Recognizes Seven Partner Districts in its 4th Annual Synergy Achievement Awards Program

MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, today announced the honorees of the 2023 Synergy Achievement Awards program. The company paid tribute to seven districts earlier this month at its annual Synergy Connect Users Conference in Orlando, Florida. The annual awards program celebrates partner districts that use the Synergy platform creatively to solve a problem, improve a process, or positively impact student learning.

"For this year's awards program, Edupoint recognized seven partner districts for a wide range of achievements," said Rob Wilson, President and Chief Innovation Officer at Edupoint. "These district initiatives helped improve processes and outcomes in a variety of areas, including attendance, consistency of instruction, and student health and safety. We continue to be inspired by the enthusiasm and innovation that our partner districts bring to the table in leveraging the Synergy platform's flexibility and extensibility to meet their unique needs."

Edupoint awarded $2,500 technology grants to four winning districts: Chesterfield County Public Schools (VA), Las Cruces Public Schools (NM), Poudre School District (CO), and Bonny Eagle School District (ME). Three additional districts received honorable mention awards and $1,000 technology grants: Coffee County Public Schools (TN), Osseo Area Schools (MN), West Genesee Community School District (NY).

About Edupoint Educational Systems:

For over 35 years, the leadership of Edupoint Educational Systems has provided well-designed, technologically advanced student data management systems that empower K-12 stakeholders to improve student achievement. Synergy Education Platform by Edupoint is an industry-leading student data management ecosystem built to fit the way educators already work. Synergy is unique among K-12 student data management solutions in providing an array of role-based mobile apps designed to give all stakeholders access to the tools they need when and where they need them. More than 5.5 million students use Synergy in 22 states.

LEARN MORE: https://www.edupoint.com/

Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, today announced the honorees of the 2023 Synergy Achievement Awards program. The company paid tribute to seven districts earlier this month at its annual Synergy Connect Users Conference in Orlando, Florida. The annual awards program celebrates partner districts that use the Synergy platform creatively to solve a problem, improve a process, or positively impact student learning.

Related link: https://www.edupoint.com/

Edupoint Selects Wyoming Public Schools in Michigan for its 8th Annual Partner for Life Award

MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, today announced that Wyoming Public Schools (WPS) has been selected as the recipient of the company's eighth annual Partner for Life Award. Edupoint Founder and CEO Bob Weathers presented the award to Deb Sellers, Data/Training Specialist for WPS, on Nov. 2 at the 2023 Synergy Connect Users Conference in Orlando, Florida.

Located near Grand Rapids, Michigan, Wyoming Public Schools began using Synergy in 2011 to support the district's 4,000 students and staff across nine buildings. Over the years, Wyoming's use of Synergy has evolved to include hosting and mentoring to four neighboring school districts, supporting a combined population of more than 12,000 students.

WPS and the districts it supports elected to adopt Synergy as their common student information system in order to better collaborate across districts as well as with Edupoint. The Wyoming technology department takes a leading role in supporting all aspects of that collaboration, coordinating the rollout of new releases, recruiting users to pilot new features, taking feedback from end users, and communicating those feedback points to Edupoint.

"My passion is making everyone's lives a little easier," said Sellers. "You really have to listen to what people's needs are and how to help them. The more success our teachers have with the technology that we provide for them, the more successful our students will be."

"Over the years, the Edupoint team has had the pleasure of seeing Wyoming Public Schools leverage the Synergy platform's functionality, and in particular its customization and automation capabilities, to maximize what the district can do despite the small size of its technology team," said Bob Weathers, Founder and CEO at Edupoint. "The Wyoming team consistently approach new product features and solutions with enthusiasm and a mindset for innovation, and have been outstanding partners to Edupoint for more than a decade. I am delighted to recognize Wyoming as this year's Partner for Life Award recipient."

Edupoint has awarded $10,000 to Wyoming Public Schools to be granted as a student scholarship.

About Edupoint Educational Systems

For over 35 years, the leadership of Edupoint Educational Systems has provided well-designed, technologically advanced student data management systems that empower K-12 stakeholders to improve student achievement. Synergy Education Platform by Edupoint is an industry-leading student data management ecosystem built to fit the way educators already work. Synergy is unique among K-12 student data management solutions in providing an array of role-based mobile apps designed to give all stakeholders access to the tools they need when and where they need them. More than 5.5 million students use Synergy in 22 states.

Learn more: https://www.edupoint.com/

Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, today announced that Wyoming Public Schools (WPS) has been selected as the recipient of the company's eighth annual Partner for Life Award. Edupoint Founder and CEO Bob Weathers presented the award to Deb Sellers, Data/Training Specialist for WPS, on Nov. 2 at the 2023 Synergy Connect Users Conference in Orlando, Florida.

Related link: https://www.edupoint.com/

3rd Annual Synergy Achievement Awards Program Recognizes Partner Districts for Commitment to Stakeholders

MESA. Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, announced this year's Synergy Achievement Awards recipients at its Synergy Connect National Users Conference last month at the Opryland Resort in Nashville, Tennessee. The annual awards program recognizes exceptional application of Synergy functionality to significantly benefit district stakeholders.

Four districts were selected as 2022 award winners. Cobb County School District (GA) and Bassett Unified School District (CA) were awarded $5,000 technology grants, and Chesapeake Public Schools (VA) and Loudoun County Public Schools (VA) were awarded $2,500 technology grants.

"It's a pleasure each year to see how our Synergy Achievement Awards nominees are applying Synergy features and capabilities to fit their districts' unique needs," said Rob Wilson, President and Chief Innovation Officer at Edupoint. "I am happy to congratulate this year's winners, who were selected in recognition of their commitment to maximizing the Synergy modules they have licensed and making everyday tasks easier for all users."

The 2022 awards program received nominations from Edupoint partner districts of all sizes across the country.

About Edupoint Educational Systems:

For over 35 years, the leadership of Edupoint Educational Systems has provided well-designed, technologically advanced student data management systems that empower K-12 stakeholders to improve student achievement. Synergy Education Platform by Edupoint is an industry-leading student data management ecosystem built to fit the way educators already work. Synergy is unique among student data management solutions in providing an array of role-based mobile apps designed to give all stakeholders access to the tools they need when and where they need them. More than 5.5 million students use Synergy in 22 states.

Learn more: https://www.edupoint.com/

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Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, announced this year's Synergy Achievement Awards recipients at its Synergy Connect National Users Conference last month at the Opryland Resort in Nashville, Tennessee. The annual awards program recognizes exceptional application of Synergy functionality to significantly benefit district stakeholders.

Related link: https://www.edupoint.com/

Edupoint Selects Gwinnett County Public Schools for 7th Annual Partner for Life Award

MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, is pleased to announce that Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) has been selected as the recipient of the company's seventh annual Partner for Life Award. Edupoint Founder and CEO Bob Weathers presented the award to Debbie Durrence, Ed.D., Executive Director for GCPS's Department of Data Governance, at the 2022 Synergy Connect Users Conference last month at the Opryland Resort in Nashville, Tennessee.

Gwinnett County Public Schools is one of the largest school districts in the country, serving a diverse population of approximately 181,000 students across 144 schools in 20 geographic "clusters." The district has nearly doubled in size since 2010, while retaining its collaborative, student-centered culture through the prioritization of teachers and staff support for teachers.

The relationship between Edupoint and GCPS has been one of mutual trust and partnership from the beginning. Gwinnett licensed the full suite of Synergy Education Platform modules in 2014, becoming the first Edupoint client to launch the Synergy Online Registration module before going live with Synergy Student Information System. The district was also an early adopter of Synergy MTSS and the first in Georgia to use Synergy Special Education.

"As we've been able to work with different Edupoint staff and engage in collaborative partnerships around projects, we've become not just a vendor and a school district, but true partners in every sense of the word," said Durrence. "We know that we can come to the table to solution together what will best meet the needs of our students, staff, and families."

"From the start, we have had a unique relationship with Gwinnett County Public Schools," said Bob Weathers, Founder and CEO at Edupoint. "Since the very beginning with the rollout of Synergy Online Registration they have always been interested in maximizing the use of technology to improve processes and better serve their constituents. Working closely together, we have developed a strong mutual trust and respect for each other, and this has helped lay the foundation for the steadfast partnership we have today. I am pleased to recognize Gwinnett County Public Schools as this year's Partner for Life Award recipient."

Edupoint has awarded $10,000 to Gwinnett County Public Schools to be granted as a student scholarship.

About Edupoint Educational Systems

For over 35 years, the leadership of Edupoint Educational Systems has provided well-designed, technologically advanced student data management systems that empower K-12 stakeholders to improve student achievement. Synergy Education Platform by Edupoint is an industry-leading student data management ecosystem built to fit the way educators already work. Synergy is unique among student data management solutions in providing an array of role-based mobile apps designed to give all stakeholders access to the tools they need when and where they need them. More than 5.5 million students use Synergy in 22 states.

Learn more: https://www.edupoint.com/

Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, is pleased to announce that Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) has been selected as the recipient of the company's seventh annual Partner for Life Award. Edupoint Founder and CEO Bob Weathers presented the award to Debbie Durrence, Ed.D., Executive Director for GCPS's Department of Data Governance, at the 2022 Synergy Connect Users Conference last month at the Opryland Resort in Nashville.

Related link: https://www.edupoint.com/

Edupoint Selects Kyrene School District for 6th Annual Partner for Life Award

MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, is pleased to announce that Kyrene School District (KSD) has been selected as the recipient of the company's 2021 Partner for Life Award. Edupoint Founder and CEO Bob Weathers presented the award to Damian Nichols, Executive Director of Information Technology for KSD, at the 2021 Synergy Connect Users Conference last month in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Kyrene School District serves a diverse population of approximately 18,000 students across 26 schools in five municipalities. The district's information technology team provides broad support for everything from classroom devices to the network and infrastructure technology they rely on, with a focus on providing the best possible services to everyone in the KSD community.

For the 2020-21 school year, Kyrene School District launched Kyrene Digital Academy, an all-online K-8 school with live instruction following the same daily bell schedule used by other schools in the district. The move presented challenges for everyone involved, requiring flexibility from parents and adaptability from students and teachers, who had to learn new ways of doing things outside of a traditional classroom setting.

"One of the first things we had to do was nail down the tools that we were going to use," said Dr. Kyle Ross, Principal at Kyrene Digital Academy. "We knew we needed to call on our existing partnerships in order to make it as seamless as possible."

"It has been a huge team effort to make sure everything went off without a hitch and learning continued," Nichols said. "Edupoint was quick to react and make sure that the tools we were using integrated together so that students didn't have to go to three or four different systems in order to attend class online. They were flexible in receiving feedback and making changes to the products we were depending on. Because of that partnership, we really set students and staff up for success."

"Kyrene joined the Edupoint family as one of our first client districts in 2005," said Bob Weathers, Founder and CEO at Edupoint. "Following their initial success with Synergy SIS, the district has embraced one new module after another and now runs the full Synergy ecosystem, enjoying the many user-experience and data-flow benefits it provides. All along the way Kyrene has been an enthusiastic partner, continually providing us with invaluable feedback that has helped make the Synergy platform better for every user. I am thrilled to recognize Kyrene School District as this year's Partner for Life Award recipient."

Edupoint has awarded $10,000 to Kyrene School District to be granted as a student scholarship.

About Edupoint

For over 35 years, the leadership of Edupoint Educational Systems has provided well-designed, technologically advanced student data management systems that empower K-12 stakeholders to improve student achievement. Synergy Education Platform by Edupoint is an industry-leading student data management ecosystem built to fit the way educators already work, with seamlessly integrated student information management, learning management, MTSS, assessment, special education management, and analytics. Synergy is unique among K-12 student data management solutions in providing an array of role-based mobile apps designed to give all stakeholders access to the tools they need when and where they need them. More than 5 million students use Synergy in 22 states.

Learn more at: https://www.edupoint.com/

Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, is pleased to announce that Kyrene School District (KSD) has been selected as the recipient of the company's 2021 Partner for Life Award.

Related link: https://www.edupoint.com/

2nd Annual Synergy Achievement Awards Honor School Districts’ Pandemic Year Successes

MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform for student information and learning management, announced this year's Synergy Achievement Awards recipients at its Synergy Connect National Users Conference in November. Award recipients were selected for exceptional application of Synergy functionality resulting in significant benefits to district stakeholders.

The 2021 awards program received nominations from Edupoint partner districts of all sizes from coast to coast. Four districts were selected as winners to be awarded $2,500 technology grants: Clay County District Schools (FL), Coconino County Accommodation School District (AZ), Long Beach Unified School District (CA), and Tucson Unified School District (AZ).

Four additional districts were selected for honorable mention, and will receive $1,000 technology grants: Beaverton School District (OR), School District of Lancaster (PA), Rialto Unified School District (CA), and Poudre School District (CO).

"Reviewing the 2021 Synergy Achievement Awards nominations was one of the highlights of the year," said Rob Wilson, President and Chief Innovation Officer at Edupoint. "We develop Synergy features in response to requests and feedback from our partner districts, but the creativity we see in how these features are used to handle unique situations and meet district needs is truly inspiring. It is my great pleasure to congratulate this year's award recipients for their ingenuity and commitment to excellence."

About Edupoint

For over 35 years, the leadership of Edupoint Educational Systems has provided well-designed, technologically advanced student data management systems that empower K-12 stakeholders to improve student achievement. Synergy Education Platform by Edupoint is an industry-leading student data management ecosystem built to fit the way educators already work, with seamlessly integrated student information management, learning management, MTSS, assessment, special education management, and analytics.

Synergy is unique among K-12 student data management solutions in providing an array of role-based mobile apps designed to give all stakeholders access to the tools they need when and where they need them. More than 5 million students use Synergy in 22 states.

Learn more at: https://www.edupoint.com/.

Edupoint Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy Education Platform for student information and learning management, announced this year's Synergy Achievement Awards recipients at its Synergy Connect National Users Conference in November. Award recipients were selected for exceptional application of Synergy functionality resulting in significant benefits to district stakeholders.

Related link: https://www.edupoint.com/

Edupoint Named CODiE Award Finalist in Two Categories for Outstanding Response to Pandemic

MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- Edupoint® Educational Systems announced today that its industry-leading student data and learning management solution, Synergy® Education Platform, has been named a 2021 SIIA CODiE Award finalist in the Best Customer Experience in EdTech and Best Remote Learning Partner K-12/Higher Education categories. The 37 finalists represent companies, products, and people that have gone the extra mile in response to COVID-19 in the Business and Education Technology sectors. Winners will be announced during the CODiE Award Winner announcement celebrations, on June 22 and June 23, 2021.

Acknowledged as the premier awards program for the software and information industries for over 35 years, the SIIA CODiE Awards are produced by the Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA), the principal trade association for the software, education, media and digital content industries.

"This year, these leaders helped our nation respond to the historic pandemic, literally enabling the continuity of our education system and the very survival of businesses, large and small," said Jeff Joseph, SIIA President. "Congratulations to this year's finalists for demonstrating the vitality, resilience, and importance of business-to-business and education technology."

Synergy® Education Platform unites multiple K-12 data management solutions in one seamless ecosystem, creating systemwide data connections that help improve administrative processes and learning outcomes without the need for third-party system integrations. Synergy streamlines the management of student information, remote and on-site learning, assessment, MTSS, special education, and analytics to help districts personalize learning, advance equity, and promote student achievement.

Some of the needs Synergy has helped districts meet during the pandemic include:
* Adapting to new challenges as they arise, often with urgency and little notice, such as the quick transition from in-person to remote learning, hybrid scheduling, meeting new state reporting requirements, and providing contactless enrollment to families
* Monitoring student health for in-person learning
* Responding to COVID outbreaks during in-person learning
* Delivering engaging and effective instruction to remote and hybrid learners and tracking student engagement
* Empowering teachers to teach effectively from home
* Identifying at-risk students, managing interventions, and tracking progress
* Communicating frequently with parents in their language of choice and supporting them as they support their students learning at home
* Helping teachers understand the whole student - even students they have never met in person
* Understanding and addressing the impact of the pandemic on student learning progress
* Assessing student learning and analyzing results at the student, class, school, and district level
* Preparing for the return to in-person learning

As a partner, Edupoint has proactively anticipated customer needs, shifting nimbly to a new set of "pandemic priorities" and making a significant investment in product development to rapidly deliver solutions such as contact tracing, one-click video conferencing, and much more.

"During an incredibly difficult year, Edupoint has helped our partner districts navigate truly uncharted waters," said Rob Wilson, President and Chief Innovation Officer at Edupoint. "Not only have our districts found a way to navigate the challenges, but many have excelled. We've seen this not only in our third-party satisfaction surveys, but in the direct feedback we have received from our partners. The strength of our client relationships and ongoing open communication has allowed us to successfully address our partners' urgent needs. We are pleased to share this meaningful recognition with the entire Synergy family."

The SIIA CODiE Awards are the industry's only peer-reviewed awards program. Finalists were selected by teams of expert judges and represent the most impactful initiatives from software, content, media, financial information and educational technology companies. Their scores determine the SIIA CODiE Award finalists and account for 80% of the overall score. SIIA members then vote on the finalist products. The scores from both rounds are tabulated to select the winners.

Details about each finalist are listed at https://history.siia.net/codie/2021-Finalists.

About Edupoint

For over 35 years, the leadership of Edupoint Educational Systems has provided well-designed, technologically advanced student data management systems that empower K-12 stakeholders to improve student achievement. Synergy Education Platform by Edupoint is an industry-leading student data management ecosystem built to fit the way educators already work, with seamlessly integrated student information management, learning management, MTSS, assessment, special education management, and analytics. Synergy is unique among K-12 student data management solutions in providing an array of role-based mobile apps designed to give all stakeholders access to the tools they need when and where they need them. More than 5 million students use Synergy in 22 state.

Learn more at: https://www.edupoint.com/

About the SIIA CODiE™ Awards

The SIIA CODiE Awards is the only peer-reviewed program to showcase business and education technology's finest products and services. Since 1986, thousands of products, services and solutions have been recognized for achieving excellence. For more information, visit https://history.siia.net/codie/.

About Software and Information Industry Association (SIIA)

SIIA is the only professional organization connecting more than 700 data, financial information, education technology, specialized content and publishing, and health technology companies. Our diverse members manage the global financial markets, develop software that solves today's challenges through technology, provide critical information that helps inform global businesses large and small, and innovate for better health care and personal wellness outcomes.

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Edupoint® Educational Systems announced today that its industry-leading student data and learning management solution, Synergy® Education Platform, has been named a 2021 SIIA CODiE Award finalist in the Best Customer Experience in EdTech and Best Remote Learning Partner K-12/Higher Education categories.

Related link: https://www.edupoint.com/

Edupoint Synergy Education Platform Named A ‘Top Ed Tech Products of the Year’ Winner by District Administration

MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform for student information and learning management, has been selected as a 2020 Top Ed Tech Products of the Year winner by District Administration magazine.

Synergy Education Platform unites multiple K-12 data management solutions in one seamless ecosystem, creating systemwide data connections that help improve administrative processes and learning outcomes without third-party system integrations. Synergy streamlines the management of student information, remote and on-site learning, assessment, MTSS, special education, and analytics to help districts personalize learning, advance equity, and promote student achievement.

Synergy helps educators respond to the real-time needs of students, classes, schools, and districts and communicate with everyone who has a stake in each student's education. The 360° Student Profile pulls together data from multiple Synergy modules to provide a wraparound view of every student, including attendance, behavior, grades, MTSS detail, progress toward graduation, and more. Multiple tools help educators pinpoint student learning needs, including a customizable Early Warning System, performance analytics, reports, and alerts.

Teachers can give students immediate feedback on assignments and assessments, assign them to academic and behavioral interventions including Check-In/Check-Out (CICO), assign accommodations, and distribute classroom behavior points. Flex scheduling can be used to create review sessions and office hours that students can attend voluntarily or by teacher assignment.

Synergy offers rich COVID-support features, such as video conference integration, online course delivery, a daily health survey, contact tracing, instructional setting designation (remote/hybrid/in-person), student check-in, time tracking, contactless registration, and more.

"It is an honor to have Synergy Education Platform selected as a Top Ed Tech Products of the Year winner," said Bob Weathers, Founder and CEO of Edupoint. "This recognition highlights Edupoint's ongoing commitment to providing our partner districts with a learning and student data management platform that is not only powerful, but can quickly and easily adapt to changing circumstances to meet district needs."

Synergy will be showcased with other winning solutions at the virtual Future of Education Technology® Conference (FETC), January 26-29.

About Edupoint

For over 35 years, the leadership of Edupoint Educational Systems has provided well-designed, technologically advanced student data management systems that empower K-12 stakeholders to improve student achievement. Synergy Education Platform by Edupoint is an industry-leading student data management ecosystem built to fit the way educators already work, with seamlessly integrated student information management, learning management, MTSS, assessment, special education management, and analytics.

Synergy is unique among K-12 student data management solutions in providing an array of role-based mobile apps designed to give all stakeholders access to the tools they need when and where they need them. Thousands of schools choose Synergy to support 5 million students in 22 states.

Learn more at: https://www.edupoint.com/.

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Edupoint Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy Education Platform for student information and learning management, has been selected as a 2020 Top Ed Tech Products of the Year winner by District Administration magazine.

Related link: https://www.edupoint.com/

Edupoint Honors Inaugural Synergy Achievement Award Recipients in Online Event

MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform for student information and learning management, awarded technology grants to six client districts as part of the inaugural Synergy Achievement Awards in November. The recipients were selected based on the impact of their nominated initiatives and announced at the company's Virtual Week event in November.

The awards program attracted nominations from Edupoint partner districts of all sizes across the country. Districts were invited to submit any number of nominations in three categories: Process Improvement, Student Outcomes, and Communication & Collaboration.

District nominations spanned a wide range of achievements, with several related to pandemic response. One rural district was able to quickly transition to asynchronous distance learning for alternative education students in order to prevent an anticipated 80% loss of enrollment during a stay-at-home order. Another district created a flexible IEP for students in remote or hybrid learning environments.

"Our partner districts are out there doing great things every day, and this year's Synergy Achievement Awards have given us a bigger window into their successes," said Rob Wilson, President and Chief Innovation Officer at Edupoint. "It's been inspiring to see districts skillfully leveraging Synergy tools to adapt to the unusual and challenging conditions we have all been facing this year. We are thrilled to be continuing the awards program on an annual basis."

The districts selected to receive technology grants were Kingman Unified School District #20 (AZ), Empower College Prep (AZ), Charles County Public Schools (MD), Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District (AK), Clark-Pleasant Community Schools Corporation (IN), and Chesapeake Public Schools (VA). The grants ranged from $2,500 to $5,000.

Learn more about the Synergy Achievement Awards at: https://www.edupoint.com/Company/Synergy-Achievement-Awards

About Edupoint

For over 35 years, the leadership of Edupoint Educational Systems has provided well-designed, technologically advanced student data management systems that empower K-12 stakeholders to improve student achievement. Synergy Education Platform by Edupoint is an industry-leading student data management ecosystem built to fit the way educators already work, with seamlessly integrated student information management, learning management, MTSS, assessment, special education management, and analytics.

Synergy is unique among K-12 student data management solutions in providing an array of role-based mobile apps designed to give all stakeholders access to the tools they need when and where they need them. Thousands of schools choose Synergy to support 5 million students in 22 states.

Learn more at: https://www.edupoint.com/.

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Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform for student information and learning management, awarded technology grants to six client districts as part of the inaugural Synergy Achievement Awards in November. The recipients were selected based on the impact of their nominated initiatives and announced at the company's Virtual Week event in November.

Related link: https://www.edupoint.com/

Arizona Jobsite Adopts Enhanced COVID-19 Safety Measures to Keep Workers Safe On-Site

MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- GCON, Inc. the construction management company leading Mesa Hangar, a major addition to Falcon Field Airport, announces enhanced safety measures as part of a proactive approach to on-site Health and Safety. These measures are key to keeping construction professionals healthy and working during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Since the official mandate in early March, weekly group calls have been established to review site practices, discuss issues, and overcome concerns to implement new systems and practices that will likely remain new industry standards:

* Weekly analysis of jobsite to create custom social distancing plans that include staff monitoring systems to limit the flow of workers in potentially crowded areas.

* Third party services hired to set up wash stations and regularly disinfect the site.

* New COVID-19-specific site safety manuals with modeled practices from CDC recommendations are used to train subcontractors and trade partners.

* Routine monitoring processes for spotting symptoms of the virus are in place along with measures of caution to stay home for those with COVID-19 exposure.

* Personal Protective Equipment, such as gloves, safety glasses and masks, worn full-time by all jobsite personnel.

* The washing of tools prior to beginning on-site work and at shift-end as part of daily start-up and closing protocols.

"Our efficiencies have changed dramatically and it's something we all work together on. Our subcontractors and trade partners can't just show up anymore. They have to self-monitor and check for symptoms, follow dedicated entry and exit routes, and utilize washing stations regularly," says Mick Marden, Vice President of Operations for GCON, Inc. "A marker of distinction for each construction site is the guidelines that display even before entering."

With an average of 75 professionals on site each day, many of these measures were taken even before the mandate and enhanced later in an effort to maintain a proactive approach to the needs of a new construction environment.

"Our approach is bigger than the job site. We're considering families, the comfortability of the spouse, and the overall community," says Marden.

The game changer is that the job site is squeaky clean. Though in stark contrast to how the public may picture an active construction site, those at the forefront understand the imperative to create an environment that workers can confidently continue in as the industry continues to evolve.

About GCON, Inc.

GCON is a dynamic, full-service construction management company serving a diverse portfolio of clients across the US, including high-tech/mission critical to healthcare, education, office, industrial, retail, multi-family, and more. As a regional contractor with local roots, our vision is to maintain our community-first focus and continue to be the #1 relationship contractor in the Southwest. You can learn more by visiting https://www.gconinc.com/.

GCON, Inc. the construction management company leading Mesa Hangar, a major addition to Falcon Field Airport, announces enhanced safety measures as part of a proactive approach to on-site Health and Safety. These measures are key to keeping construction professionals healthy and working during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Related link: https://www.gconinc.com/

Edupoint Announces 4th Annual ‘Partner for Life’ Award Co-Recipients: Oregon’s High Desert Education Service District and Beaverton School District

MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, is pleased to announce that Rachel Wente-Chaney, Chief Information Officer for High Desert Education Service District (HDESD) in Redmond, Oregon, and Steven Langford, Chief Information Officer for Beaverton School District (BSD) in Beaverton, Oregon, have been selected as co-recipients of the company's 2019 Partner For Life Award.

Bob Weathers, Founder and CEO of Edupoint, presented the awards at the Opening Session of the company's 2019 Synergy CONNECT conference in Anaheim, California, earlier this month.

Edupoint's partnerships with HDESD and BSD were instrumental in bringing about the Oregon Student Information System (OSIS) committee's 2012 selection of Synergy as Oregon's statewide student information system, representing more than 400,000 students.

"Rachel Wente-Chaney and Steve Langford are two early adopters who embodied the spirit of partnership that Edupoint considers one of the cornerstones of our business," said Rob Wilson, President and Chief Innovation Office of Edupoint.

"They implemented Synergy at their districts before the statewide search effort and helped open many doors in the state adoption. The selection marked an important milestone for Edupoint, both in terms of our growth in the Pacific Northwest and as an affirmation of our maturity as a K-12 solutions provider and our potential growth nationwide. With this year's Partner for Life Award, we recognize Rachel and Steve for their ongoing commitment to Synergy and to the support of learning at their districts."

"Redmond School District was the first pilot district to work with us and with Edupoint to bring Synergy to Oregon," Wente-Chaney said. "My team has been supporting student information systems since 2009, and we provide everything from end user support - when a teacher needs to know how to take attendance or enter grades - all the way through patches, updates, and custom programming in Synergy. The OSIS team has also done great work with us over the years."

"We have some fantastic teams at Beaverton that support Synergy for our district of 41,000 students at 54 schools," Langford said. "Everything we do in IT is done together in teams, and that concept of collaboration and teamwork is something that we look for in our partners as well. We very much appreciate Edupoint's willingness to sit with us and explore new ways to give our students and staff time and information."

In recognition of Wente-Chaney and Langford's valued contributions, Edupoint has awarded $10,000 to each district to be granted as a student scholarship based on criteria of the district's choosing.

About Edupoint Educational Systems

For over 35 years, the leadership of Edupoint Educational Systems has provided well-designed, technologically advanced student data management systems that empower K-12 stakeholders to improve student achievement. Synergy Education Platform by Edupoint is an industry-leading student data management ecosystem built to fit the way educators already work, with seamlessly integrated student information management, learning management, MTSS, assessment, special education management, and analytics.

Synergy is unique among K-12 student data management solutions in providing an array of role-based mobile apps designed to give all stakeholders access to the tools they need when and where they need them. Thousands of schools nationwide choose the Synergy Education Platform to support 4.5 million students in 21 states.

Information: http://www.edupoint.com/.

Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy® Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, is pleased to announce that Rachel Wente-Chaney, CIO for High Desert Education Service District (HDESD) in Redmond, Oregon, and Steven Langford, CIO for Beaverton School District (BSD) in Beaverton, Oregon, have been selected as co-recipients of the company's 2019 Partner For Life Award.

Related link: http://www.edupoint.com/

C.A.I. Cardiologists Shares the Symptoms of Heart Disease and Arrhythmia and When to See a Doctor

MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- C.A.I., A Cardiovascular and Arrhythmia Institute cardiology clinic in Mesa, Arizona shares tips to recognize warning signs when it's time to see a cardiologist. Approximately one in four individuals die from heart disease each year in the US, with coronary heart disease being the most common. Knowing the warning signs of a heart attack and high risk to disease can reduce the effects of these life-threatening heart issues, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The diagnosis of cardiovascular disease may go unnoticed before a heart attack, angina, stroke, or heart failure occurs, according to the Mayo Clinic. Because of this general unawareness of the disease, it's important to look for any cardiovascular symptoms and visit a cardiologist to evaluate risk and potential of having heart disease.

There are three main causes for heart disease that include electrical, circulatory, and congenital. The electrical is caused by arrhythmia, or irregular heart rhythms. The circulatory diseases are typically caused by risk factors and lifestyle choices that lead to high blood pressure and coronary artery disease, which blocks the arteries from receiving adequate blood flow. The congenital, or structural, disease were present at birth from an issue in the development of the heart and blood vessels.

Symptoms of Heart Disease:

* Cardiovascular disease symptoms include angina, which is sharp chest pain or discomfort, and pain in the upper body areas of the neck, jaw, throat, abdomen, and back.
* Symptoms caused by heart rhythm disorders include the heart fluttering fast, feeling the heart race fast, chest pain and/or discomfort, shortness of breath, nausea, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, cold sweats
* Congenital symptoms include body parts turning a bluish color, loss of breath, feeling fatigued easily, and swelling.

There are other symptoms that depend on the type of heart disease and issue. One of our cardiologists in Mesa, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Queen Creek, and Chandler, Arizona can perform diagnostic testing to make an accurate diagnosis for treatment.

When to See a Cardiologist:

Seeing a doctor to diagnose and treat heart disease and heart rhythm disorders is essential to the prevention of heart attacks, stroke and heart failure. Here's a few times when it is most important to see a cardiologist:

* Experiencing pain or discomfort in the heart
* Experiencing shortness of breath
* Feeling fatigued and tired much of the time
* Have a high potential for risk factors that include age, gender, family history, obesity, diabetes, stress, high blood pressure or cholesterol levels, smoking, and reaction from taking specific medicines.

To learn more and schedule a visit to our cardiology clinics in Mesa, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Queen Creek, and Chandler, Arizona with C.A.I., A Cardiovascular and Arrhythmia Institute, visit http://www.caiaz.com/ or call us at (480) 889-1573 to schedule an appointment.

About C.A.I., A Cardiovascular and Arrhythmia Institute:

C.A.I., A Cardiovascular and Arrhythmia Institute, partners with you for individualized treatment of cardiovascular disease, vascular disease and heart rhythm disorders. We always place you, the patient, first at C.A.I. We discuss and offer a comprehensive, individualized treatment program, designed to empower you as a partner in your treatment.

C.A.I., Cardiovascular and Arrhythmia Institute firmly believes that it has an important responsibility to educate the community, which is why we are very active in the community. The focus of our community outreach is to raise awareness for patients and family members regarding a variety of medical conditions. We do a wide variety of community seminars frequently throughout the year, which are always free to the public. Please contact us if you are interested in more details or would prefer a talk in your community.

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C.A.I., A Cardiovascular and Arrhythmia Institute cardiology clinic in Mesa, Arizona shares tips to recognize warning signs when it's time to see a cardiologist. Approximately one in four individuals die from heart disease each year in the US, with coronary heart disease being the most common.

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Edupoint Selects Lincoln Public Schools in Nebraska for Third Annual Partner for Life Award

MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- Edupoint(R) Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy(R) Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, is pleased to announce that its 2018 Partner for Life Award has been awarded to Lincoln Public Schools in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Bob Weathers, Founder and CEO of Edupoint, presented the award at the Opening Session at the company's 2018 National Users Conference in Scottsdale, Arizona, on November 8.

Kirk Langer, Chief Technology Officer for Lincoln Public Schools, accepted on behalf of the district.

"Edupoint's credibility as a dependable and responsive partner was one of the key reasons Lincoln Public Schools chose to implement the Synergy Platform," Langer said. "We were also looking for a partner with a vision for the future, which Edupoint demonstrated with the Synergy Analytics and RTI modules that were in development when we signed on. Our district has been pleased to work with Edupoint not only in refining and extending our own Synergy implementation, but also as an early adopter helping to mold the newest Synergy modules to benefit all Synergy districts."

"Lincoln Public Schools has been an enthusiastic partner for Edupoint from the start, with a strong commitment to extending the use of Synergy functionality - including student information management, special education management, and assessment - to serve all stakeholders in the district," said Rob Wilson, President and Chief Innovation Officer of Edupoint. "Moreover, Lincoln also demonstrated a visionary engagement with the full Synergy Education Platform, embracing the platform's newest modules hand-in-hand with its established core modules. The Partner for Life award is our way of recognizing Lincoln and saying 'thank you' for the district's valuable contributions."

At the request of the district, the $5,000 award will go to Foundation for Lincoln Public Schools to be allocated through its Fund a Need program, which creates opportunities for students by funding field trips, providing technology to support creative approaches to teaching, and meeting other classroom needs not covered by tax dollars.

About Edupoint Educational Systems:

For over thirty years, the leadership of Edupoint Educational Systems has provided well-designed, technologically-advanced student data management systems that empower all K-12 stakeholders with the tools they need to improve student achievement. The fully-integrated Synergy(R) Education Platform includes Synergy(R) SIS, the most powerful K-12 student information system available today, Synergy(R) LMS, an all-in-one learning and assessment platform, Synergy(R) SE, a collaborative end-to-end special education data management system, and Synergy Analytics, a comprehensive data analysis solution for improving student performance and district administration.

Thousands of schools nationwide choose the Synergy Education Platform to support more than four million students, including 16 of the 100 largest school districts.

Learn more: http://www.Edupoint.com/.

Edupoint(R) Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy(R) Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, is pleased to announce that its 2018 Partner for Life Award has been awarded to Lincoln Public Schools in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Related link: http://www.edupoint.com/

Dr. Marchand Awarded World Record for Hysterectomy through the Smallest Incision Ever

MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- The World Record Academy today Awarded Dr. Greg J. Marchand, of Marchand Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery, a world record for performing hysterectomy through the smallest incision ever. The surgery involved removal of a uterus, ovaries and Fallopian tubes all through an incision the diameter of an AAA battery. The record was awarded after a lengthy verification process performed by the academy to verify the results.

Dr. Marchand performed a hysterectomy through an 11mm incision at the bottom of the belly button using a technique called "laparoscopic single-port hysterectomy." Although laparoscopic hysterectomy has been performed through a single incision before, this is believed to be the smallest incision that it has ever been performed through. The Academy reported that the Mayo Clinic and Cleveland Clinic had reported cases through a 15mm incision, which was believed to be the previous record.

The patient, Mary Coble, provided the Academy with pictures of her belly from 4 weeks after the surgery. There was no scar visible whatsoever. Ms. Coble had suffered from debilitating pelvic pain from endometriosis and adenomyosis for years before being recommended to have the hysterectomy after other conservative treatments for her pain were unsuccessful. She assumed she would be having the hysterectomy through the same incision that she had her cesarean section went through, which was a lower abdomen horizontal incision, often referred to as the "bikini cut." She states she was surprised and delighted to find that the procedure was able to be performed through only a tiny incision in her umbilicus.

Dr. Greg Marchand, an Accredited Master Surgeon, developed this technique and led the surgical team that performed the surgery. The procedure was a modified version of a laparoscopic hysterectomy, where the only incision used is in the patient's umbilicus. "A very novel part of our technique," said Dr. Marchand, "is that because of the instrumentation we use, the incision is always going to be a reproducible 11 millimeters."

"The recovery was really easy compared to my prior laparoscopic surgeries," said Mary Coble following the procedure. Mary pointed out that she has no scars at all from the surgery, as the only tiny scar present is on the bottom of her belly button, where it is effectively invisible. Mary has previously had both laparoscopic surgery and delivered her baby by cesarean section, so she is no stranger to recovering from surgery.

"I think it's a great advancement for minimally invasive surgery." said Dr. Marchand, the lead surgeon. "When the incision shrinks from 15mm to 11mm, there are many benefits to the patient. There will be less postoperative pain, a quicker postoperative recovery, and a much lower chance of the incision causing a hernia later, which is a known complication of this type of surgery. My favorite part is that you can't even see the incision on the patient."

For media requests or more information, please contact Karen Thomas at Thomas PR at (631) 549-7575 or kthomas@thomaspr.com. Dr. Marchand is available for interview and Ms. Coble is also interested in sharing her story and interviewing for the purpose of raising awareness minimally invasive surgery and to help other women facing hysterectomy.

For more information regarding Dr. Greg Marchand, the Marchand Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery, and their latest research publications, please visit: http://gregmarchandmd.com/.

For more information on the "Master Surgeon" Accreditation, please see the website of the Surgical Review Corporation at http://www.surgicalreview.org/.

--- Fact Sheet: ---

Date of Surgery: 07/17/2018

Date of Award of World Record Academy World Record: 08/22/2018

Actual Title of Record: "Total Hysterectomy Performed through the Smallest Incision"

Description of Technical Procedure Performed: Successful Single-port Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy (LESS) with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy and lysis of adhesions secondary to scar tissue from a prior cesarean section. The procedure was performed using an Olympus Tri-Port device using a modified technique through a smaller incision. The incision and abdominal entry was performed using an Ethicon 11mm blunt tip trochar in order to be sure the incision was exactly 11mm, and that the procedure was reproducible. A 5mm 30 degree laparoscope was used with wavy graspers, a bovie laparoscopic extender "hook," and a Covidien Ligasure Blunt Tipped 5mm device.

Method of Verification of Record: Direct video evidence of procedure and identifying information compared with final pathologic diagnosis by board certified pathologist. Patient consented to disclosure.

FAQ:

Can all hysterectomies be performed in this manner?

Our technique was successful in a difficult case that required dissection of scar tissue from a previous cesarean section, and also entailed scar tissue secondary to endometriosis. Unfortunately, some clinical scenarios involve worse pathology and may require a traditional laparoscopic or robotic assisted laparoscopic hysterectomy in order to be completed. We feel our technique is a valuable weapon in a surgeon's set of surgical skills but does not constitute a solution for every patient requiring a hysterectomy.

How Would Women Benefit if more Hysterectomies Were Performed Using this Technique?

With LaparoEndoscopic Single Site procedures (LESS), there is only a small scar in the area of the belly button. Because there are less incisions, the healing process is much faster and there is much less postoperative pain. In many cases patients can leave the hospital the same day as the surgery. The cosmesis is also considerably improved, with essentially no visible scars whatsoever. From a surgical perspective, you have a very complete visualization of the abdominal cavity at time of surgery, which is a big advantage for dealing with complex pathology such as endometriosis and fibroids. As a result complications are less common.

What is the invented technique?

The Marchand Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery acknowledges prior published techniques for single port hysterectomy, also called LESS hysterectomy. There are also suggested techniques for various commercial available products developed for these surgeries. We theorized and performed a surgical technique that utilizes many of the advantages of traditional LESS surgery with an entry that utilizes a bench-marked 11mm blunt laparoscopic trochar port. The end result is a reproducible surgical technique that will continually produce a small incision in the umbilicus of exactly 11mm that is created with a blunt trochar and extremely cosmetic while also providing excellent exposure to the abdomen.

What is the Marchand Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery, and what do they do?

The Marchand Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery is a research and educational not-for-profit corporation and functional "Think-Tank" for the advancement of Minimally Invasive Surgery. We are located in Mesa, AZ. Our efforts are split between the publication of high-quality medical research, expert level surgical education, and involvement in clinical trials related to advancing Minimally Invasive Surgery.

Did this record involve "morcellation"?

No. Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy generally does not require morcellation except in extreme cases, such as Dr. Marchand's 2008 Guinness World Record. For more details involving the 2008 World Record Please see: http://gregmarchandmd.com/guinness-record-marchand/

What do Dr. Marchand's accreditations mean ?

The accreditations represent honors bestowed upon Dr. Marchand by different certifying organizations. They include:

MD - Medical Doctor

FACOG - Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Certified by The American College/Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology (acog.org)

FACS - Fellow of the American College of Surgeons - Certified by the American College of Surgeons (facs.org)

FICS - Fellow if the International College of Surgeons - Certified by The International College of Surgeons (fics.org)

Accredited Master Surgeon - Dr. Marchand is currently the only Accredited Master Surgeon in Arizona, - Certified by the Surgical Review Corporation (surgicalreview.org)

Why is this a world record? Can't a hysterectomy be done with no abdominal incision at all?

Yes, a hysterectomy can be performed vaginally without any abdominal incisions at all in uncomplicated cases without significant pathology. A completely vaginal approach, however, gives a very limited view of the abdomen and makes it difficult to deal with abdominal pathology such as scar tissue from prior surgeries and scar tissue from endometriosis. This can increase the chance of complications and injuries to surrounding organs. Using our technique we were able to directly visualize the abdominal cavity and perform the hysterectomy with less risk of complications. This was demonstrated by our ability to complete the hysterectomy safely despite this patient's history of prior cesarean sections and endometriosis. Our technique also has excellent cosmesis using only an 11mm incision that leaves essentially no scar.

How can you be sure that this is the smallest incision a laparoscopic Hysterectomy has ever been performed through? What steps did you take to verify?

We performed extensive searches of the literature in all of the relevant journals as well as PubMed. We were not able to find any reported case of total hysterectomy performed solely through this small of an incision. The World Record Academy then went on to verify the claim independently. We were awarded the record after the completion of their exhaustive verification efforts.

For media requests or more information, please contact Karen Thomas at Thomas PR at (631) 549-7575 or kthomas@thomaspr.com. Dr. Marchand is available for interview and Ms. Coble is also interested in sharing her story and interviewing for the purpose of raising awareness minimally invasive surgery and to help other women facing hysterectomy.

For more information regarding Dr. Greg Marchand, the Marchand Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery, and their latest research publications, please visit http://gregmarchandmd.com/.

For more information on the "Master Surgeon" Accreditation, please see the website of the Surgical Review Corporation at http://www.surgicalreview.org/.

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The World Record Academy today Awarded Dr. Greg J. Marchand, of Marchand Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery, a world record for performing hysterectomy through the smallest incision ever. The surgery involved removal of a uterus, ovaries and Fallopian tubes all through an incision the diameter of an AAA battery.

Related link: http://gregmarchandmd.com/

Arizona Surgeon Invents and Performs World Record Setting Cancer Surgery

MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- The World Record Academy recently awarded Dr. Greg J. Marchand and his surgical team a world record for removing a 17-centimeter cancerous ovarian tumor using only small incisions in the abdomen, a technique called a laparoscopy. While removing cysts and tumors using laparoscopic surgery is a standard practice, Dr. Marchand said it is rare to use the technique in conjunction with an ovarian cancer staging procedure.

The surgeons completed the procedure using "in-bag" morcellation, a technique developed by Dr. Marchand in which the tumor is bagged and broken down inside the bag so the pieces can be safely removed through tiny holes. Otherwise, patients would need a sizeable incision to surgically remove such a large mass, requiring additional recovery time and a great deal more postoperative pain.

Marchand, a board-certified OB-GYN specializing in "minimally invasive surgery," worked closely with a gynecologic oncologist in completing this amazing surgery.

Marchand said the most difficult part of the surgery was removing the cancerous mass without spilling any cancer cells into the abdomen. If cancerous material spilled back into the abdomen the cancer could have spread and worsened the patient's prognosis.

The World Record Academy helped verify that this type technique had never been accomplished previously on any malignant tumor this large.

Dr. Marchand was diagnosed in 2010 with mixed-cell carcinoma, (an aggressive cancer of the testes,) said it is particularly gratifying that his technique can help cancer patients. He received surgery and treatments in 2010, and has been in remission since.

"I know what it's like to face a diagnosis of cancer," he said. "In my opinion, advancements in the surgical treatment of cancer are just as important as the newest cancer-fighting drugs and chemotherapy agents."

"If we can use minimally invasive surgery to take some of the recovery time and complications out of cancer surgery, then I think we've really done a lot of good for patients fighting cancer."

This is Dr. Marchand's second world record in laparoscopic surgery. In 2008 Dr. Marchand was awarded a Guinness World Record for the removal of the largest uterus laparoscopically. In this case, it was not a cancerous mass, but a seven-pound benign (non-cancerous) uterus that was removed.

In addition to the two world records, Dr. Marchand is extensively published in laparoscopic surgery and was recently the first U.S. surgeon to receive the "Master Surgeon" recognition from The American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopist's (AAGL.org) and the Surgical Review Corporation (surgicalreview.org). Dr. Marchand is internationally regarded as an expert in developing and performing advanced surgical techniques, particularly in minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Marchand is currently the only "Master Surgeon" in the state of Arizona.

For further information regarding Dr. Marchand and his publications and research please visit http://gregmarchandmd.com/.

Fact Sheet:

Date of Surgery: 04/21/2015

Date of Award of World Record Academy World Record: 1/27/2017

Actual Title of Record: "Successful Laparoscopic Ovarian Cancer staging Surgery on the Largest Malignant Ovarian Tumor"

Method of Verification of Tumor Size: Pathology specimen reconstructed, verification by board certified pathologist.

Lead Surgeon: Greg J. Marchand M.D., F.A.C.O.G., F.A.C.S., F.I.C.S
Practice: Marchand OBGYN PLLC
1520 S. Dobson #308
Mesa, AZ 85202
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www.gregmarchandmd.com

FAQ:
Why did it take so long for the World Record to be awarded?

To verify this record, we had to research all the other related surgeries that had been published to determine if ours was truly the largest malignant tumor ever surgically staged through completely laparoscopic means. After our research determined it was, we employed the World Record Academy who underwent their own verification process. Following the completion of these two independent verifications, we can now confidently say that this is likely the largest malignant ovarian tumor to ever undergo completely laparoscopic surgical staging.

What is "In-Bag" morcellation, how is it different from just breaking something apart, or regular morcellation?

In-Bag morcellation refers to the surgical technique of placing an object inside a bag, usually plastic, before breaking it into pieces. Usually the object is broken into small pieces so that it can be removed through small holes, thus not needing to make a large incision to remove the object. This high level of caution is reserved for objects that could contain cancerous cells. In the case of suspicion of cancerous cells, it is important not to spill the material back into the patient's body cavities because cancer cells can "Seed" or begin new cancer colonies if they are moved around the body. In this case, we removed a 17-centimeter cancerous tumor through a hole that was approximately 1.4cm large. This technique is one of the more extreme examples of "In-Bag" morcellation.

What does this mean to you as a cancer survivor?

"I underwent surgery and treatments after I was diagnosed with Mixed Cell Testicular Cancer in 2010. I am very lucky that the surgery for my stage of Testicular cancer was a very minimally invasive procedure, and that I had a good surgeon. I remember the horrible fear of 'just not knowing what was going to happen,' and I think that fear is really worse than any of the pain of the cancer or the treatments. When I woke up from the surgery, I really felt great, and over the next few days I had a very quick recovery.

"I was able to get back into my life quickly, and although I was still afraid of what was to come, I felt like I had the strength to fight. When I think about my patients with Ovarian cancer, I would like them to be able to come out of surgery feeling like they have the strength to fight, to take on the cancer. I can imagine that when you are recovering from a one of these big, open traditional staging procedures, you're in excruciating pain, you really can't move, and you like you've just been hit by a bus. I'm sure you don't feel strong and ready to fight the cancer at that point. You might just feel like giving up. If my technique can help even a few patients avoid that feeling, then thats the most valuable thing in the world to me.

"That's why I'm really passionate about what this new cutting edge technique can do for cancer patients, and I feel it can be just as valuable in the fight against cancer as the latest 'big pharma' wonder drug."

How can I find out more details?

Please contact the Marchand OBGYN PR department at the below address.
Maria Sainz - Marchand OBGYN Public Relations Manager
Marchand OBGYN PLLC
1520 S. Dobson #308
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480)999-0905
www.gregmarchandmd.com

VIDEO (YouTube): https://youtu.be/Kdy7bPiHWx0

The World Record Academy recently awarded Dr. Greg J. Marchand and his surgical team a world record for removing a 17-centimeter cancerous ovarian tumor using only small incisions in the abdomen, a technique called a laparoscopy. While removing cysts and tumors using laparoscopic surgery is a standard practice, Dr. Marchand said it is rare to use the technique in conjunction with an ovarian cancer staging procedure.

Related link: http://gregmarchandmd.com/

Edupoint Partners with Certica Solutions to Expand Synergy Assessment with Navigate Item Bank

MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- Edupoint(R) Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy(R) Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, has partnered with Certica Solutions to offer the Navigate Item Bank(TM) to client districts using Edupoint's Synergy Assessment solution. The optional Navigate Item Bank can be accessed within the Synergy Assessment interface, enabling educators to quickly and easily create and administer formative assessments to measure student progress against standards and inform classroom instruction. The addition of the Navigate Item Bank expands Edupoint's item bank offerings, providing partner districts with a choice of integrated solutions.

The Navigate Item Bank provides Synergy Assessment users with more than 90,000 expertly-developed, standards-aligned items in English Language Arts, math, science, and social studies. Assessment authors can tailor each assessment to specific classroom needs, selecting test questions that closely reflect instructional goals. Assessments are accessed by students through the Synergy StudentVUE(R) portal using a computer or mobile device, and teachers can use Navigate's rich metadata for detailed analysis of student learning to target instruction to students' individual needs.

"Certica's Navigate Item Bank works seamlessly with Synergy Assessment not only to simplify the assessment process for educators using the widest possible range of learning standards, but also to positively impact classroom instruction and student achievement," said Mark Rankovic, President and CEO at Certica Solutions.

The Navigate Item Bank includes items aligned to learning standards for all 50 states and Washington D.C., as well as the Common Core State Standards and the Next Generation Science Standards. More than 19,000 Spanish-translated items and nearly 400 Spanish-translated reading passages support English language learners. Navigate also includes Progress Checks, which are short, pre-built assessments that enable educators to quickly measure student performance against a specific standard or set of standards.

"Edupoint is pleased to offer the Navigate Item Bank to our partner districts using Synergy Assessment," said Bob Weathers, Founder and CEO of Edupoint. "Navigate adds the convenience of ready-to-use, high-quality items and extensive standards alignment to the powerful centralized assessment management and analysis tools that Synergy Assessment provides. Together, these solutions empower teachers with easy-to-use, time-saving tools to positively impact student outcomes."

About Edupoint Educational Systems:

For over thirty years, the leadership of Edupoint Educational Systems has provided well-designed, technologically-advanced student data management systems that empower all K-12 stakeholders with the tools they need to improve student achievement. The fully-integrated Synergy(R) Education Platform includes Synergy(R) SIS, the most powerful K-12 student information system available today, Synergy(R) LMS, an all-in-one learning and assessment platform, and Synergy(R) SE, a comprehensive special education data management system. Thousands of schools nationwide choose the Synergy Education Platform to support more than 3.75 million students. Learn more: http://www.edupoint.com/.

About Certica Solutions:

Certica is the innovator of the Certica Connect platform which provides application interoperability and centralized integration, as well as access and enrichment of education data, metadata and content. The company partners with a diverse network of K-12 application and system vendors, learning content and assessment providers, and book distributors and publishers. Certica also delivers solutions directly to more than 500 school districts and numerous charter school organizations, state education agencies and educational service agencies. Certica is based in Wakefield, Massachusetts and has offices in Harvard, Massachusetts; Cincinnati, Ohio; and Austin, Texas. For more information, visit https://certicasolutions.com/.

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Edupoint Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, has partnered with Certica Solutions to offer the Navigate Item Bank to client districts using Edupoint's Synergy Assessment solution. The optional Navigate Item Bank can be accessed within the Synergy Assessment interface.

Related link: http://www.edupoint.com/

Mesa Public Schools (AZ) Expands Edupoint Synergy Solution to Include Online Registration

MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- Edupoint(R) Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy(R) Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, has been selected by Mesa Public Schools to implement the company's Synergy Online Registration solution. Synergy Online Registration will augment Mesa's existing implementation of the fully-integrated Synergy Education Platform, which includes Synergy Student Information System (SIS), TeacherVUE Portal With Gradebook, Synergy Special Education, the ParentVUE and StudentVUE portals, and Synergy Technology Development Toolkit.

Mesa Public Schools serves almost 64,000 students across 82 schools in Mesa, Arizona, a suburb of Phoenix.

Synergy Online Registration works seamlessly with other Synergy modules to streamline school registration and re-enrollment for parents and district staff. The module's intuitive web interface makes it easy for parents to enter their child's information whenever and wherever they find it most convenient. Online registration and re-enrollment dramatically reduce the need for district staff to manually enter and update student data, and eliminate the cost and inconvenience of printing and distributing registration packets and re-enrollment forms.

Synergy Online Registration is highly flexible, enabling districts to collect user-defined data, add or hide screens, add instructions to screens, and translate screens into more than 20 languages to accommodate diverse populations.

"For a large school district like Mesa, moving new student registration and re-enrollment to the web with Synergy Online Registration can translate into substantial time and cost savings," said Bob Weathers, Founder & CEO of Edupoint. "Our most recent Synergy release has added extensive customization options for online registration, significantly extending the module's capabilities and adding value for districts of all sizes.

"Mesa's selection of Synergy Online Registration aligns with the dramatic uptick in adoptions we have seen in recent months, both in Arizona and across the country. As an Arizona company and the leading SIS provider in the state, we are pleased to see Arizona's largest school district using our online registration solution."

Synergy Online Registration serves more than 1.5 million students nationwide.

About Edupoint Educational Systems:
For over thirty years, the leadership of Edupoint Educational Systems has provided well-designed, technologically-advanced student data management systems that empower all K-12 stakeholders with the tools they need to improve student achievement. The fully-integrated Synergy(R) Education Platform includes Synergy(R) SIS, the most powerful K-12 student information system available today, Synergy(R) LMS, an all-in-one learning and assessment platform, and Synergy(R) SE, a comprehensive special education data management system.

Thousands of schools nationwide choose the Synergy Education Platform to support more than 3.75 million students.

Learn more: http://www.edupoint.com/.

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Edupoint(R) Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy(R) Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, has been selected by Mesa Public Schools to implement the company's Synergy Online Registration solution. Synergy Online Registration will augment Mesa's existing implementation of the fully-integrated Synergy Education Platform.

Related link: http://www.edupoint.com/

Edupoint’s StudentVUE Mobile App Named Educents Top App for Kids

MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- The StudentVUE(R) Mobile app from Edupoint(R) Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy(R) Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, has been named a Top App for Kids by Educents, a parent- and teacher-directed online marketplace that shares new and innovative products designed to "get kids excited about learning."

Like Edupoint's StudentVUE web portal, the StudentVUE Mobile app works with Synergy Student Education Platform to help students stay informed and engaged with their education by providing day-to-day insight into their academic performance, school events, and classroom happenings. StudentVUE Mobile supports multiple languages for school districts serving diverse populations.

"Mobile devices are ubiquitous in students' lives these days, and having the ability to access information and resources from their teachers using a phone or tablet is appealing and engaging for K-12 students," said Rob Wilson, President and Chief Innovation Officer for Edupoint. "Our StudentVUE Mobile app provides students with the tools they need to be successful in the classroom and accountable for their learning."

About Edupoint Educational Systems:

For over thirty years, the leadership of Edupoint Educational Systems has provided well-designed, technologically-advanced student data management systems that empower all K-12 stakeholders with the tools they need to improve student achievement.

The fully-integrated Synergy(R) Education Platform includes Synergy(R) SIS, the most powerful K-12 student information system available today, Synergy(R) LMS, an all-in-one learning and assessment platform, and Synergy(R) SE, a comprehensive special education data management system. Thousands of schools nationwide choose the Synergy Education Platform to support more than 3.5 million students.

More information: http://www.Edupoint.com/.

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The StudentVUE Mobile app from Edupoint Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy(R) Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, has been named a Top App for Kids by Educents, a parent- and teacher-directed online marketplace that shares new and innovative products designed to "get kids excited about learning."

Edupoint Launches Online Synergy Community for Partner Districts

MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- Edupoint(R) Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy(R) Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, has launched Synergy Community, a free meeting place for 24/7 peer-to-peer support in a secure online environment. Synergy Community adds another layer to Edupoint's existing support offerings, enabling Synergy partner districts to work closely with one another anytime and anywhere to share thoughts, ideas, and solutions related to using the Synergy platform and achieving education goals.

Synergy Community users can search existing discussions, ask and answer questions, and exchange knowledge and expertise with other users based on a self-selected role or roles, including Classroom Teacher, Application Developer, and Administrator. Synergy partner districts may use Synergy Community on an ad hoc basis or may choose to build more formal personal learning networks (PLNs) within the community. Intuitive features such as the ability to favorite, rate, and follow conversations enhance the user experience.

"As a meeting place for peer-to-peer communication, Synergy Community enables users to connect with other Synergy users who have similar goals and challenges and assist one another in ways that only educators can," says Rob Wilson, President and Chief Innovation Officer for Edupoint. "We are pleased to provide this dynamic new offering and excited about the opportunities it has created for our partner districts."

About Edupoint Educational Systems:

For over thirty years, the leadership of Edupoint Educational Systems has provided well-designed, technologically-advanced student data management systems that empower all K-12 stakeholders with the tools they need to improve student achievement. The fully-integrated Synergy(R) Education Platform includes Synergy(R) SIS, the most powerful K-12 student information system available today, Synergy(R) LMS, an all-in-one learning and assessment platform, and Synergy(R) SE, a comprehensive special education data management system. Thousands of schools nationwide choose the Synergy Education Platform to support more than 3.5 million students.

More information: http://www.edupoint.com/.

Edupoint Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, has launched Synergy Community, a free meeting place for 24/7 peer-to-peer support in a secure online environment. Synergy Community adds another layer to Edupoint's existing support offerings, enabling Synergy partner districts to work closely with one another anytime and anywhere.