Students Win Top Prizes at STEM Competition

Students Win Top Prizes at STEM Competition

Three students are named National Finalists in the Siemens Competition in Math, Science & Technology, a research competition for high school students – covering science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Jay Zussman of Great Neck, N.Y. earned the top honors and a $3,000 individual scholarship for research on improving reproductive…
Gracie & Friends Birthday Café Learning App

Gracie & Friends Birthday Café Learning App

WGBH has launched First 8 Studios at WGBH, a digital-first educational production team. The new unit uses original, iterative research to develop digital and tablet-based content and off-screen supplemental materials for preschoolers and early learners. The unit's content leverages the benefits of established and emerging technology and reinforces interactive and…
Centre Point School Ensaara Launched in Nagpur

Centre Point School Ensaara Launched in Nagpur

Centre Point group of schools ties up with Ensaara Metropark to launch the Centre Point School Ensaara in Nagpur, India. The school will also incorporate an early childhood centre – Mother’s Pet Kindergarten. The Centre Point group, comprising of 3 premier educational institutions in Nagpur was conceptualized in 1988 by…
Hatch Announces New Kindergarten Readiness Software

Hatch Announces New Kindergarten Readiness Software

Leading early childhood education technology provider Hatch today released version 3 of its TeachSmart preschool software. Announced at the National Head Start Association (NHSA) Conference in Long Beach, CA, Hatch’s TeachSmart turns Microsoft Windows-based interactive whiteboards and multi-touch displays into educational tools. TeachSmart builds school readiness skills and seamlessly integrates…
Multisensory Active Learning Technology for Kids

Multisensory Active Learning Technology for Kids

Multisensory Fitness Inc. announced today a risk-free trial of Smart Play Pods. The free 30-day evaluation includes a wireless technology Smart Play Pod system with six portable targets for easy set up on the go. Designed for early childhood education and child care programs, Smart Play Pods combine the fun…
PBS KIDS Announces New Series: Odd Squad

PBS KIDS Announces New Series: Odd Squad

PBS KIDS announced Tuesday the production of its newest series: Odd Squad, a live-action media property designed to help kids ages 5-8 learn math. The show focuses on two young agents, Olive and Otto, who are part of the Odd Squad, an agency whose mission is to save the day…
Science-On-Wheels Encourages STEM Education

Science-On-Wheels Encourages STEM Education

To encourage underrepresented minority and female students to pursue careers in engineering and science, the Texas Alliance for Minorities in Engineering (TAME) launched the Trailblazer II. It is a 40-foot trailer loaded with interactive exhibits aimed at promoting science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education for Texas youth—during a special…