Read more... Nov 19, 2009
and convert it to a community and cultural center that will feature a performing arts center as well as two museums, one of which will be devoted to the history of education in the St. Francisville region and the other focusing on the contributions of the late 19th century Jewish population in the area. In addition, the Anti-Defamation League of B'nai B'rith is receiving $37,000 for its "No Place for Hate" initiative aimed at teaching schoolchildren to fight prejudice and bigotry of all types. (PNN Online)
Democrats say economic growth is key to lower taxes:Want to move town forward, make town more business friendly Oct 29, 2009
"I know this town has a history of education budgets not passing and we feel [economic development] has to happen. The Democrats will work hard to do that.". Mr. Demirs stated he did not know how any of the Independent candidates can say they support economic growth. (Town Times, CT)
School children could lead the way on sustainability Oct 21, 2009
All of the schools had a history of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) and had worked with either EcoSchools, World Wildlife Fund or Peace Child International. Parallel inquiry groups were held with parents and adult community members supplemented with dialogues and workshops with Heads, Teachers, NGO practitioners and experts in this field. (EurekAlert!)
Do you care if your kids hear Obamas speech at school? Sep 5, 2009
All this flap about a speech to children, but not a peep about an obviously unintelligent man coming up with No Child Left Behind, a program that has been the worst thing in the history of education. Where is the logic or reasoning in this type of flawed thinking. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
News from the Center for Cancer Support & Education Aug 14, 2009
A history of education programs. The center has a history of providing educational programs specifically designed to help nurses, social workers and other healthcare professionals learn to provide cancer support groups and services, and to integrate complementary and integrative modalities into their repertoire of interventions. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
New Catholic Middle School for Inner City May 23, 2009
There is a real need for this," says Bill Hobbs of McQuaid Jesuit in Rochester. The Jesuits started the Nativity School Program back in the 1970s. This new school, Rochester's first, is sponsored by McQuaid and the Sisters of St. Joseph. Both have a history of education in our community. Both believe education is the key to ending poverty. I have also run soup kitchens and other advocacy situations and, I think, I am going to go back to education; its the way through so many of these... (R News)
GO: Local Earth Day activities Apr 14, 2009
This vibrant event examines the history of education in America and celebrates the variety of learning styles present. Supported causes. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Go&Do: Catch latest exhibit at Nahcotta Apr 8, 2009
Head to RiverRun Bookstore on Wednesday, April 8 at 7 p.m. (tonight) to hear Daniel Wolff give a talk on his new book about the history of education and American ideas, "How Lincoln Learned to Read.". The book tells the American story from a fresh and unique perspective: how do we learn what we need to know. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Texas Southern, Port of Houston Authority Partner to Offer New Degree Program in Maritime Transportation Management and Security Apr 3, 2009
PHA Chairman James T. Edmonds, whose organization has a long history of education involvement through the granting of scholarships and an extensive college intern program, calls the new partnership ``timely, strategic and mutually beneficial. . (Primezone Releases)
Old School’ In This Weekend Apr 2, 2009
Former school students, teachers and club members will be available to discuss the history of education during the mid-19th to mid-20th century, the history of the buildings and the architecture of the early structures. All five schools are on the Gillespie County Country Schools Driving Trail and maps are available at the Fredericksburg Visitors Center, 302 E. Austin. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
Book review: China Witness Mar 7, 2009
"You really are a witness to the history of education in the Shihezi Construction Corps!" she gushes at another point. "China Witness" can, nevertheless, have a powerful effect. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
