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HERNDON, Va., May 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- A star was born this week, when Cameron D. of Houston, Texas received the K12 Voter's Choice Award for her original YouTube video, "Walk Together." As part of the Girl Scouts 100th anniversary, Girl Scouts around the nation submitted song entries for the Girl Scouts I Want to Rock the Mall YouTube contest sponsored by K12 Inc., America's leader in online learning for grades K through 12. The public took part in the 100th Anniversary of Girl...
SILVER SPRING, Md., April 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The Nature Conservancy and Discovery Education today launched Nature Works Everywhere, a partnership designed to help students learn the science behind how nature helps our everyday existence and the importance of environmental conservation. This new online destination, www.natureworkseverywhere.org, provides middle school teachers, students and families with free tools and resources to explore and understand nature. Launching to...
Literature review and site interviews mark the launch of a study that will examine the outcomes of animal-assisted therapy on children undergoing cancer treatment and their families MADISON, NJ (PRWEB) April 12, 2012 Pfizer Animal Health, an international leader in the advancement of animal health, and the American Humane Association, the nation’s leading advocate on behalf of children and animals, announced the completion of the first round of an innovative research study on the...
LANDER, Wyo., April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) will run Expedition Denali, the first predominantly African American expedition ever to attempt to summit North America's highest peak, Denali in Alaska. In preparation for their 2013 expedition, team members will kick off their training this May in California's Sierra Nevada, where many will meet for the first time. Expedition Denali team members include diversity champions, change leaders in...
Programs for troubled teens, such as residential treatment facilities, boarding schools, military schools, and wilderness adventure programs can help teens that are struggling with behavioral and emotional problems. Saint George, UT (PRWEB) April 06, 2012 Troubled Teen Programs There are various programs that exist for troubled teens. If one is considering putting a troubled teen through one of these programs it is important to research them thoroughly. Do not be afraid to call and ask...
The U.S. Forest Service is offering its 193 million acres of forests and grasslands as a prescription for healthier kids through an initiative of the National Environmental Education Foundation that connects children to nature. Washington, DC (PRWEB) March 28, 2012 The U.S. Forest Service is offering its 193 million acres of forests and grasslands as a prescription for healthier kids through an initiative of the National Environmental Education Foundation that connects children to...
Hoover Dam Turns Lights Green to Honor Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary LAS VEGAS, March 7, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada will celebrate 100 Years of Girl Scouting, as 1,000 girls, volunteers and alumnae Rock the Dam on March 10. In a symbolical bridging across Hoover Dam the crowd will honor the past as they welcome the next century of Girl Scouting. That evening, the Bureau of Reclamation will turn the lights of the Hoover Dam green to honor Girl...
HARRISBURG, Pa., March 2, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- First Lady Susan Corbett today marked the 100th anniversary of the Girl Scouts by applauding the organization's positive impact on girls throughout Pennsylvania. "I have fond memories of being a Girl Scout and a troop leader," said Mrs. Corbett, who is Pennsylvania's Honorary Chair of the 100th anniversary celebration. "I have seen first-hand how Girl Scouting builds confidence and leadership skills and provides young girls...
BELLEVUE, Wash., Feb. 28, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Carla Corkern, Talyst's Chief Executive Officer, has joined Girl Scouts of Western Washington's Board of Directors. The Girl Scouts are committed to building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. Previously, Corkern was a Girl Scout leader and currently sits on the Board of Trustees for the Seattle Girls School. She is a strong advocate of women working in technology. "Girl Scouts of Western...
LEAKEY, Texas, Jan. 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- WHAT/WHO The recently released fifth volume of research compiled by the Children & Nature Network continues to document the health and educational benefits of outdoor recreation for children....
