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YMCA Pressured to Ban Junk Food and End Partnership with PepsiCo
<P>MeMe Roth and <a href="http://www.ActionAgainstObesity.com" onclick="linkClick( this.href );" target="_blank">www.ActionAgainstObesity.com</a>launch campaign to expel junk food from all U.S. Day Care, child care, and preschool centers, beginning with YMCA of USA. Petition Signed by Nation's Top Docs: Dr. Walter Willett of Harvard, Dr. David Katz of Yale, Dr. Barry Popkin of UNC, Dr. Melissa Glassman of Columbia, Dr. Ruby Natale of University of Miami, as well as Legendary Actor, Comedian and Nutrition Advocate Chevy Chase. To sign the petition visit <a href="http://www.petitiononline.com/YMCAFood/petition.html" onclick="linkClick( this.href );" target="_blank">http://www.petitiononline.com/YMCAFood/petition.html</a>. (PRWeb Apr 14, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/child/obesity/prweb851734.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/child/obesity/prweb851734.htm</a></P> Worthy Nation EIE Awards to be the Academy Awards for Education
<P>The first Worthy Nation EIE Awards Gala to take place the Fall of 2008 in Las Vegas (PRWeb Apr 13, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/education/teachers/prweb854584.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/education/teachers/prweb854584.htm</a></P> Student Loan Servicing Web Site Responds to Recent Survey on College Loans
<P>StudentLoanCenter.biz, and online center for student loan information and assistance, is responding to the results of a new survey about how students are paying for college. (PRWeb Apr 13, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb853454.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb853454.htm</a></P> Helen Doron Early English Franchise Phenomena Expanding Fast: 100th Learning Centre Signed for Germany, Nearly 450 Learning Centres Worldwide
<P>The Helen Doron Educational Group proudly announced that their Master Franchise operation in Germany has just signed a milestone 100th Learning Centre agreement in Hamburg; with more in the pipeline -- bringing the total number of Helen Doron Early English Learning Centres worldwide to nearly 450. (PRWeb Apr 11, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb836404.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb836404.htm</a></P> Two Teachers Try to Save the Planet - But They Need You
<P>Two teachers team up to make a difference in the world. Through a music video and song about global climate change, these teachers try to involve students, parents and the public, about what we can do to Save The Planet. (PRWeb Apr 11, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/Save/Planet/prweb850834.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/Save/Planet/prweb850834.htm</a></P> Is Peace, Hope and Security a Pipe Dream?
<P>Is peace, hope and security a pipe dream? Will we ever see a world devoid of man's inhumanity to man, where crime, war and terrorism are things of the past rather than the present and future?Two Indianapolis businessmen, Ron Sukenick and Joe Newman, believe it is possible to change the world with a process which starts with character development. The pair has introduced Little Rox (<a href="http://www.littlerox.com" onclick="linkClick( this.href );" target="_blank">www.littlerox.com</a>), a "rock-in-a-box" to deliver and reinforce messages based on character traits. (PRWeb Apr 11, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb850094.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb850094.htm</a></P> TeacherWeb Introduces Teacher-Moderated Classroom Blogs
<P>Now teachers using TeacherWeb for their classroom website can create blogs for their classroom. The teacher presents the topics, there is unlimited capacity for student blog comments, and the teacher allows/disallows the comments. This ability to allow/disallow insures that unwanted or inappropriate messages are not posted to the blog. At the teacher's option, the entire blog can be password-protected to keep access only within the class. (PRWeb Apr 11, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb845744.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb845744.htm</a></P> Action Storage's Supershelf Shelving Maximises Retail Stockroom Space
<P>The economic slowdown means that a retailer's ability to cycle their stock and keep their store fresh for encouraging repeat visitors has never been more crucial. Storage equipment specialists Action Storage are anticipating that their range of Supershelf Garment Rails will continue to be a popular choice because of their ability to free up vital stockroom space. (PRWeb Apr 10, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb840654.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb840654.htm</a></P> InCharge® Education Foundation Approved to Offer "Pre-Filing Bankruptcy Counseling"
<P>Financial education leader now offers both pre- and post-filing debtor education (PRWeb Apr 9, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb842174.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb842174.htm</a></P> Henley-Putnam University Enhances its Mentoring Program
<P>Henley-Putnam University (<a href="http://www.henley-putnam.edu" onclick="linkClick( this.href );" target="_blank">www.henley-putnam.edu</a>), a premier university for online higher education in the field of Strategic Security, is pleased to announce enhancements to its mentoring program. The new comprehensive assessment survey helps to make sure that mentors are matched with the right students, based on a student's needs, interests, and career aspirations. It also helps to ensure that mentors can have the greatest amount of impact in working with students. (PRWeb Apr 9, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb841324.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb841324.htm</a></P> Partnership to Improve Reporting Tools for Health Educators
<P>A partnership between two national advocates of physical fitness expects to advance the role of health educators in nurturing the wellness of the students in their care. The American Association for Physical Activity and Recreation (AAPAR) recently announced its partnership with InnerLink, Inc., a web-based provider of health, fitness, nutrition and safety resources for teachers. Through extensive research and collaborative resources, InnerLink and AAPAR will soon begin work to define the needs of physical education professionals in school settings with regards to reporting and interpreting data on each student's physical fitness abilities. Contrary to the standardized measurement tools used in most schools now, InnerLink's Health eTools gathers data with a focus on the individual child, better enabling educators to help students achieve their physical best and optimal wellness. (PRWeb Apr 9, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb841144.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb841144.htm</a></P> The American Village Presents The First Ever Liberty Legacy Award to The Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union
<P>At the 2008 Liberty Legacy Celebration Dinner held at the Wynfrey Hotel on Saturday night, The American Village awarded The Mount Vernon Ladies' Association of the Union with the first ever Liberty Legacy Award for Visionary and Exemplary American Leadership. (PRWeb Apr 9, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb837584.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb837584.htm</a></P> College Toolkit Launches New Tool to Help Students Make Sense of Student Loan Options
<P>CollegeToolkit.com has launched the Loan Marketplace, the first loan comparison tool that allows students to make apples-to-apples comparisons of Stafford, PLUS, and Private / Alternative education loans. (PRWeb Apr 8, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/StudentLoans/CompareLoans/prweb837454.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/StudentLoans/CompareLoans/prweb837454.htm</a></P> Students Want the 21st Century Classroom, but Schools Not Meeting Student Expectations, According to Latest National Study
<P>Results from the 5th Annual Speak Up survey, the largest annual national survey of K-12 students, teachers, parents, and school administrators, about the use of technology and science resources. Speak Up 2007 revealed a growing "digital disconnect" between students and their teachers and parents about the role of technology for learning, and how well schools are doing to prepare students for the jobs of the future. (PRWeb Apr 8, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb840274.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb840274.htm</a></P> Kerbeaz Motivation Web Site Motivates Kids by Rewarding Achievement
<P>Fun, convenient online motivation tool connects kids with their parents, grandparents, teachers, coaches, and other close adults who want to motivate them by rewarding their achievements. Unlike star charts and other 'refrigerator tools,' Kerbeaz enables out-of-household family and friends to participate in children's accomplishments. (PRWeb Apr 8, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/reward/achievement/prweb835764.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/reward/achievement/prweb835764.htm</a></P> Evans on Earth: Now Changing the World Through Her Academic Summer Program Experiences
<P>The 2008 U.S. presidential election race is wide open, and the field of candidates is diverse. The excitement of national politics is palpable. 17-year-old Marissa Evans knows she can change the world and she recommends that all kids with a passion for politics attend Junior Statesmen Summer Programs. JSA is changing the future by imparting knowledge and skills to the youth leaders nationwide and empowering them to influence this and future elections through their powerful college summer programs. (PRWeb Apr 8, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb838834.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb838834.htm</a></P> National Elementary Honor Society™ Launched by Secondary and Elementary School Principals Associations
<P>Program aims to recognize student accomplishments and foster greater student involvement. (PRWeb Apr 7, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/National_Elementary/Honor_Society/prweb833214.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/National_Elementary/Honor_Society/prweb833214.htm</a></P> Author Linda Eve Diamond Receives Two Awards from the International Listening Association
<P>Author Linda Eve Diamond, of Dania, Florida, was honored with two awards by the International Listening Association (ILA) at the organization's recent convention in Portland, Maine: The President's Award and the Listening in the Business Sector Award. (PRWeb Apr 7, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb830194.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb830194.htm</a></P> Solution Tree Earns Top Marks from Association of Educational Publishers
<P>Three books published by leading professional development company dominate teacher resources category for 2008 AEP Annual Awards, while video series is a finalist in technology category. (PRWeb Apr 7, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/Solution_Tree/AEP/prweb829524.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/Solution_Tree/AEP/prweb829524.htm</a></P> Black Equity Alliance President Joyce S. Johnson Honors Dr. King, Calls on Bush Administration and Presidential Candidates to Address Black Unemployment
<P>On the fortieth anniversary of Dr. King's Death, Black Equity Alliance President and Chief Executive Officer, Joyce S. Johnson, honors Dr. King and calls upon the Bush Administration and the presidential candidates to address Black joblessness and unemployment. Johnson says current economic conditions have destabilized the Black community's already vulnerable economic infrastructure and has put the community at risk. (PRWeb Apr 5, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb832814.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb832814.htm</a></P> New THRASS Family Reading Project Launched to Capacity Audience
<P>The new THRASS SING-A-LONG Family Reading Project has been enjoying huge success in South Africa since it was launched at the end of January and last Monday it was launched in the Northern Hemisphere to a capacity audience in Milton Keynes, England. (PRWeb Apr 5, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb831944.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb831944.htm</a></P> New Business Venture Inspired by Corporate Greed And Global Warming
<P>Being disillusioned and fed up hearing about corporate greed, and overall business ineptness, Mr. Cassius Lobo and Mr. Graeme Macrae simply asked; Can a company in today's business climate succeed based on good corporate ethics and values? Well, according to the now owners of Ideal North, a new Montreal apparel company, the answer was not only yes, but the basis of their business plan: "Offer products and service that exceed customer expectations, be environmentally conscientious, and to keep integrity at the forefront in all aspects of the operation." (PRWeb Apr 4, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb830544.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb830544.htm</a></P> OMAX® Dual Pump Package Offers Unprecedented Cutting Speed and Power
<P>OMAX® Corporation has announced the release of its Dual Pump Package, a fully integrated system that produces unprecedented cutting speed and power. (PRWeb Apr 4, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb826014.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb826014.htm</a></P> College Libraries in a North American Sample Experienced a Dramatic Upsurge in the Number of Information Literacy Classes or Presentations Given in 2007
<P>Primary Research Group's new report -- College Information Literacy Efforts Benchmarks (ISBN# 1-57440-099-1) is a North American survey presenting data on the information literacy efforts of colleges from the United States and Canada. The report is based on detailed benchmarking data from more than 110 North American colleges; data is broken out by type and size of college for easier benchmarking. (PRWeb Apr 4, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb826104.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb826104.htm</a></P> GlobeMeeting: Online Conference for the Next Mission in China
<P>The Montreal Internet marketing firm, will provide an online conference tool, called GlobeMeeting (www.globemeeting.com), to the Ministère du Développement Économique, de l'Innovation et de l'Exportation du Québec (www.mdeie.gouv.qc.ca), for a webinar on a future mission to China. (PRWeb Apr 4, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb827124.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb827124.htm</a></P> SavySoftware Distributes Free Phonics Reading Program During Literacy Crisis
<P>During our nation's current educational crisis, SavySoftware's free phonics reading program couldn't have come at a more important time. (PRWeb Apr 4, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb828314.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb828314.htm</a></P> Georgetown College Announces Celebration of Diversity
<P>A Celebration of Diversity: Georgetown College and Bishop College Alumni Come Together to Celebrate the Richness of Diversity andKeep the Spirit of Bishop College Alive (PRWeb Apr 3, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb826344.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb826344.htm</a></P> Articulate Software Helps College Students Receive Higher Grades According to University of Houston Study
<P>Research project reveals that hybrid teaching approach – using Articulate software to create e-learning – dramatically improves student performance (PRWeb Apr 3, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/Rapid_E-Learning/Technology_Education/prweb827504.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/Rapid_E-Learning/Technology_Education/prweb827504.htm</a></P> National-Louis University (NLU) Honors Chicago City Clerk del Valle with César E. Chávez Award for Service to the Latino Community
<P>Miguel del Valle, Clerk of the City of Chicago, received National-Louis University's (NLU) first annual César E. Chávez Award for Service to the Latino Community for his work in helping Latinos overcome barriers to education. NLU president Richard J. Pappas, Ed.D., and Julian Posada, Chair of NLU's Proyecto Comunidad Advisory Board, presented the award to del Valle during a ceremony April 1. (PRWeb Apr 3, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/nlu/cesarchavezaward/prweb825724.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/nlu/cesarchavezaward/prweb825724.htm</a></P> NCAA Final Four Courts Manufactured by Utah Company
<P>Courts for the men's and women's Final Four were made by Connor Sport Court International, headquartered in Utah with manufacturing facilities in Michigan (PRWeb Apr 3, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb822244.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb822244.htm</a></P>
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