May 17, 2012

Students shatter the record taking 3,581,992 Accelerated Reader Quizzes in one day

Students shatter the record taking 3,581,992 Accelerated Reader Quizzes in one day Nationwide reading event unites students in common goal to succeed in reading togetherMarch 5, 2012, Wisconsin Rapids, WI – Students nationwide took part in “Read The Most From Coast to Coast” on March 2, … [Read more...]

Espresso Elementary makes it even easier for teachers to incorporate standards-based digital resources into their lessons

CHICAGO – Espresso Elementary, the online teaching and learning resource for Pre-K through Grade 5, today announced the release of a number of new features, further enhancing the Espresso service and making it easier for teachers to incorporate standards-based digital resources into their … [Read more...]

Lexia Learning Software Endorsed by Council of Administrators of Special Education (CASE)

BOSTON — March 5, 2012 — Lexia Learning® today announced that Lexia Reading®, one of the nation’s most highly regarded reading software programs, has been endorsed by the Council of Administrators of Special Education (CASE). Currently used by nearly 1,000,000 students, Lexia Reading … [Read more...]

Up to $2,500 for reading initiatives

Each year, the National Book Foundation awards a number of prizes of up to $2,500 each to individuals and institutions—or partnerships between the two—that have developed innovative means of creating and sustaining a lifelong love of reading. … [Read more...]

$3,000 awards for summer reading

Dollar General Literacy Foundation Summer Reading Grants provide funding to local nonprofit organizations and libraries to help with the implementation or expansion of summer reading programs. Programs must target Pre-K through 12th grade students who are new readers, below grade level readers or … [Read more...]

50 document cameras for educators

Teachers can enter to win by writing 100 words or less on how the SAMCAM 860 will be used in their classroom. The grant program will provide the document cameras to worthy schools based on need and utilization. … [Read more...]

‘PossibilityU’ Provides Guidance Counselors with Tools for Helping Students Get Into and Afford Their Perfect College

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE‘PossibilityU’ Provides Guidance Counselors with Tools for Helping Students Get Into and Afford Their Perfect CollegeOnline college admission curriculum manages and tracks students’ college admission and application processYarmouth, ME – February 14, 2012 – … [Read more...]

Schools Respond to Michigan’s New Bullying Legislation

In recent weeks, schools across Michigan have been re-drafting their bullying procedures and policies to meet the June 6th deadline set by the State. Some schools, including Hartland Middle School at Ore Creek have looked to outside sources for an affordable, digital solution to the new legislation: … [Read more...]

Wowza Media Systems 2012 NAB Show Preview

Wowza Media Systems 2012 NAB Show Preview Booth SU9702“Broadcasters around the world are using Wowza Media Server(R) 3 to deliver vibrant video and engaging audio content to any screen reliably and without interruption; and they’re reaping the benefits in increased revenue and audience … [Read more...]

Digital Technology Used Throughout Schools

http://www.ftleavenworthlamp.com/news/x1882850236/Digital-technology-used-throughout-schoolsFort Leavenworth, Kan. —Fifth-graders in Andrea Coppinger’s flex math class at MacArthur Elementary School start their lesson with an ordinary pen-and-paper assignment on how to convert measurements. They … [Read more...]