School districts show positive trends Atlanta, GA–(ENEWSPF)–August 26, 2013. School districts nationwide are showing improvements in measures related to nutritional policies, physical education and tobacco policies, according to the 2012 School Health Policies and Practices Study (SHPPS). SHPPS is the largest and most comprehensive survey to assess school health policies.[Read More…]
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Governor Quinn Signs Law to Ensure All Illinois Students Get an Early Start on Learning
New Law Lowers Compulsory School Age from Seven to Six Years Old CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 25, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn today signed a new law that lowers the compulsory school age for students in Illinois in order to ensure all children have the opportunity to build a solid foundation for academic achievement.[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama on College Affordability, Syracuse NY
Syracuse, New York–(ENEWSPF)–August 22, 2013 – 6:25 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Syracuse! (Applause.) It is good to be in Syracuse! (Applause.) Can everybody give Emilio a big round of applause for a great introduction? (Applause.) I think Emilio’s parents are probably here. Where are Emilio’s parents? Wave your hands. [Read More…]
Governors State University Addiction Studies Alumni Club to Host Recovery Walk
University Park, Illinois—(ENEWSPF)–August 22, 2013 – In celebration of National Recovery Month, the Governors State University Addictions Studies Alumni Club will sponsor their second annual Walk for Recovery on Saturday, September 14, 2013, at Governors State University. The Walk for Recovery is designed to honor individuals in recovery or who are seeking[Read More…]
Fall Registration Still in Progress for a Wide Range of ‘Late Start Classes at South Suburban College
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL—(ENEWSPF)—August 22, 2013. Registration for the 2013 Fall Semester at South Suburban College is still in progress for a wide range of “Late Start Classes.” Prospective students are encouraged to register soon for these 12-week courses, set to begin on Monday, September 16, 2013. The “Late Start Classes”[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama on College Affordability — Buffalo, NY
Buffalo, New York–(ENEWSPF)–August 22, 2013 – 11:23 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Buffalo! (Applause.) Hello, Bulls! (Applause.) Well, it is good to be back in Buffalo, good to be back in the north. (Applause.) I want to begin by making sure we all thank Silvana for the wonderful introduction. Give[Read More…]
White House Fact Sheet on President Obama’s Plan to Make College More Affordable: A Better Bargain for the Middle Class, Aug. 22, 2013
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–August 22, 2013. A higher education is the single most important investment students can make in their own futures. At the same time, it has never been more expensive. That’s why since taking office, President Obama has made historic investments in college affordability, increasing the maximum Pell Grant award[Read More…]
Gay-To-Straight Program To Be Used In All Arizona Public School Curriculums Beginning November 1st
Jan Brewer held a press conference August 21 to speak about her new program. Please note: The following is a satirical piece. PRLog (Press Release) -PHOENIX-(ENEWSPF)- Beginning November 1st of this year, the state of Arizona is implementing a mandatory school program designed for all children grades K-12 to help homosexual males[Read More…]
Crain’s 40 Under 40 Honorees to Discuss ‘Ripple Effect’ at DePaul University
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 21, 2013. Business owners will learn how to reshape their company culture to manage less and accomplish more during a two-part workshop on Sept. 18 presented by the Chicago Family Business Council and Coleman Entrepreneurship Center at DePaul University. The program begins at 4 p.m. at University Center, 525[Read More…]
Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Police Superintendent Garry McCarthy, and Public Schools CEO Barbara Byrd-Bennett Visit Safe Passage Workers
CPS Expands Safe Passage Program with 600 New Safe Passage Workers CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 21, 2013. Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Police Superintendent Garry McCarthy, and Chicago Public Schools CEO Barbara Byrd-Bennett visited a training session for safe passage workers who are ready to get to work on the first day of school, August[Read More…]
