News by subject: CHI

Nine percent of Florida youth ages 11-17 are current users of electronic vapor products (EVPs), a decrease of nearly half from a peak of 16.6% in 2019.1,2 These are among the positive results in the recently finalized annual Florida Youth Tobacco...

Today, Chief Tony Alexis and the Council of Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation, along with Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services Canada, celebrated the official opening of Chief Aranazhi School for grades 5-12, located on Alexis Nakota First Nation....

NutriSource® Pet Foods, one of America's most beloved and trusted pet brands, today announced it has expanded its support of facility/therapy dog programs at children's hospitals across the country with a five-year financial commitment to support the...

Levy Konigsberg has filed a lawsuit against the State of New Jersey, alleging that the state failed to protect children from decades of sexual abuse at one of New Jersey's oldest and most controversial...

BankingON, the leading provider of award-winning digital banking solutions, today announced it raised its Series A funding round led by Eagle Venture Fund to launch Boucouptm, a family finance mobile banking and interactive learning platform for...

TikTok, the online global phenomenon with over a billion users, has been implicated in failing to moderate problematic behavior from carjacking to eating disorders, and new research shows that psychological maltreatment of children can be added to...

February is the month of love as it is a special time to celebrate with a friend, sweetheart, or pet. Whether it is Valentine's Day (February 14) or National Love Your Pet Day (February 20), the perfect gift to celebrate these occasions is just a...

A recent study conducted by MIND Research Institute shows that students who used ST Math made more significant gains in math proficiency than those who did not. MIND followed a longitudinal cohort of Texas students from grades 3, 4, and 5. Students...

Bridge To A Cure Foundation has added Sandy Ward as its newest addition to the Bridge To A Cure Foundation Board of Advisors. Her passion for making a positive impact in the lives of children was developed through her extensive background in various...

Join the eighth annual Tulsa School Choice Expo next week to celebrate your school choice and learn about Oklahoma's newest opportunities for K-12 students, including the Oklahoma Parental Choice Tax Credit....

Rosica Communications, a nonprofit PR agency, and Young Strong Mothers Foundation (YSMF) have announced a partnership for PR, marketing communications, and social media services. YSMF is a nonprofit that addresses issues facing vulnerable girls,...

With the 2024 legislative session poised to debate K-12 education, Kentucky students, parents and educators will meet at the State Capitol on Thursday, Jan. 25, to share what school choice means to them. Kentucky's flagship event for National School...

Wonderschool, the innovative child care platform, has launched "Wonderschool Academy" in Idaho, a free business "boot camp" program to help providers start or expand small child care businesses. In collaboration with the Idaho Workforce Development...

DHL Express and the Van Gogh Museum are delighted to announce that they are currently expanding its Heart for Art educational program to Latin America, following an exceptionally successful inaugural year in the United States. The Heart for Art...

Students at seven schools are joining forces next week for a lemonade stand fundraiser with a big goal: collectively raising $14,500 for children with cancer. The annual student-led campaign, which is planned to coincide with National School Choice...

A free school fair on Saturday, Jan. 27 will bridge the gap between schools and home, connecting parents with local educators and learning resources. Discover school options for next year ? or celebrate a school you love ? at the Anaheim fair, which...

HIPPEAS® is spreading The Peas & Love with the launch of its Flavor Blast! Chickpea Puffs line in two far-out flavors: Vegan White Cheddar Explosion and Blazin' Hot. HIPPEAS® Flavor Blast! Chickpea Puffs offer the crunch and explosive flavor of your...

Learning Ally, a national nonprofit working with more than 615,000 U.S. educators to improve reading proficiency, has won four Excellence in Equity Awards from the American Consortium for Equity in Education. The ACE-ed awards program honors K-12...

A collection of new data sheds light on the state of school crime and safety, as well as the school environment, in U.S. public schools, including a finding that 76 percent of public schools prohibit non-academic use of cell phones or smartphones...

Following the nomination of more than 700 outstanding military children from across the country, national nonprofit Operation Homefront is pleased to announce the 105 semifinalists for the 2024 Military Child of the Year® Award program....

Briarcliff Children's Dentistry & Orthodontics introduces...

On the heels of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the North American Veterinary Community (NAVC) and nationally-recognized veterinary certification program blendVET hosted some 80 middle school students from underserved communities in...

Yesterday, City Year New York completed its annual MLK Day of Service to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy and promote public service. About 600...

FUNetix and Page by Page today announced a partnership to distribute free Magic Balloon Ride Tickets for each book it gives away in the greater Miami area. The tickets allow children to access the 100% free FUNetix® 12-Hour Reading App that teaches...

For many parents, social media has become a place of undue stress and information overload when it comes to advice on how to raise their children. In fact, a study conducted at Pepperdine University linked the use of social media parenting groups...

UNFO Med Ltd., the manufacturer of the Universal Neonatal Foot Orthotics (UNFO) system, is thrilled to introduce a first of its kind corrective foot brace for the treatment of various foot conditions such as Metatarsus Adductus (MTA), a common...

The Orthopedic Partners (TOP), a leading orthopedic care provider based in Utah, announced the expansion of its services to include pediatric orthopedic care with the addition of John Heflin, M.D., John Smith, M.D. and Marcella Woiczik, M.D., to its...

Online learning is going strong post-pandemic for thousands of Indiana students who have found it's where they learn and thrive best. A group of students from two virtual schools will set up computers at the Indiana State Capitol on Jan. 24 to...

3M (@3M) and Discovery Education (@DiscoveryEd) today announced that the 2024 3M Young Scientist Challenge (#YoungScientist) is now open to entries. As the nation's premier middle school science competition, the annual 3M Young Scientist Challenge...

As the Utah Fits All Scholarship Program prepares to launch, families from across the state will celebrate the new K-12 universal scholarship with a spirited celebration at the Utah Capitol on Wednesday, Jan. 24. At the seat of state government,...

With winter schedules often being impacted by snow days, rainy days, and holidays, Big Blue Marble Academy unveils a curated list of activities designed to keep preschool-aged children learning at home while fostering a love for service, global...

Everyone's journey to parenthood is different and for some, it can be a challenging and costly experience, physically, emotionally and financially. Recognizing the diverse paths that individuals and couples take to start and expand their families,...

More than 600 charter students from across Utah will make their voices heard at a School Choice Week celebration on Jan. 23. The event's lineup includes musical, artistic, and athletic performances highlighting student talents, as well as capitol...

Thanks to the historic expansion of the Opportunity Scholarship, North Carolina students have a new chance to find success in school. Join families in celebrating the scholarship and learning how to apply at a student showcase on Wednesday, Jan....

Public, private, and online school students will unite at the Missouri Capitol next week for a joy-filled celebration of their common goal: putting kids' educational needs first. "The Impact of Options - Celebrating All Missouri Schools" will take...

AdventHealth for Children, a nationally recognized children's hospital and network of pediatric specialists based in Central Florida, recently performed the successful completion of a cranial vault remodeling for craniosynostosis utilizing the VisAR...

Clear Channel Outdoor , one of the world's largest out of home (OOH) media providers, and Big Brothers Sisters of America (BBBSA), the preeminent one-to-one youth mentoring organization in the United States, today announced the launch of a...

It's time to hear from Momma. With the momentum of National School Choice Week behind them, Black Mothers Forum is hosting a large-scale rally at the nation's capital on Wednesday, Jan. 24. Set against the iconic backdrop of the Lincoln Memorial in...

Code Ninjas, the world leader in kids' coding education, is excited to announce the second installment of its Prodigy Program, a pioneering enrichment education initiative. This year's program will be in partnership with Sky Elements, the leader in...

Embark on a School Choice Safari next weekend at the Tampa Zoo. The safari-themed K-12 fair on Saturday, Jan. 27 will be a day of fun, animal interactions, and learning, shining a light on how Florida's school choices have expanded this year. Come...

More than half of U.S. parents (65%) say they wish they had more information about education options for their children, according to a parent opinion survey released today by the nonprofit National School Choice Awareness Foundation (NSCAF) in...

Navigate360, the nation's leader in K?12 school safety and student wellness solutions, has been honored with two distinguished awards from the American Consortium for Equity in Education's 2023 Excellence in Equity Awards. The prestigious...

Students at two Indiana voucher-accepting schools will express their enthusiasm for learning ?? and share why they love going to school each day ?? at community celebrations hosted by the Institute for Quality Education during National School Choice...

Butterfly or superhero? Enjoy face painting and explore school options at a free school fair celebration at the Salem Convention Center on Saturday, Jan. 20....

No matter their zip code or background, Minnesota students deserve access to K-12 education opportunities that help them learn, grow, and dream big. Next week, a special celebration at the Minnesota Children's Museum in St. Paul will highlight...

After a successful debut last January, a school choice fair will return to Port Angeles on Saturday, Jan. 20, bringing families a one-of-a-kind opportunity to explore local schools and celebrate K-12 education....

They want to build rocket ships that soar through the galaxy; teach people nationwide how to make better nutritional choices; and spread even more magic at The Most Magical Place on Earth. They are high school students...

The award-winning Jurassic World: The Exhibition set to open in Houston on March 8, 2024, has now become one of the fastest selling exhibitions in history since its launch, and has welcomed over 8 million visitors.  After touring cities around the...

Today marks the beginning of a remarkable new initiative to realize Martin Luther King Jr.'s dream for America. Realizing the Dream is a monumental movement to unite and uplift communities across America by calling for 100 million hours of service...

A first-of-its-kind Los Angeles school fair will bring parents, students, educators, and business leaders together to celebrate public school choice on Saturday, Jan. 20. With face painting, free snacks, and more than a dozen schools and vendors to...