Dr. Howard Fuller to Discuss Past and Future of Educational Choice at the National Summit on Education Reform
The Foundation for Excellence in Education (ExcelinEd) announced that Dr. Howard Fuller, the Founder and Director of the Institute for the Transformation of Learning at Marquette University, will be speaking at the 2018 National Summit on Education Reform on Friday, December 7 in Washington, D.C. ExcelinEd’s flagship event brings together educators from across the country and internationally to discuss ideas on how to improve education equity for all children.
For almost 30 years, Dr. Fuller has worked to rescue Milwaukee’s poor African-American students in need of good schools and has continued fighting for quality educational opportunity since. Because of the vision and determination of Dr. Fuller and state leaders to create the nation’s first school voucher program, public and private school choice continues to evolve and impact millions of families across the nation.
During his keynote presentation, Dr. Fuller will share his perspective on the past and future of educational freedom in our country and leave attendees inspired to fight to give every child—regardless of gender, race or geography—the right to rise.
"More than ever, education systems in every state, district and neighborhood need leaders who believe we can do better; who know what it takes to make a difference in schools, in funding formulas and in policies that drive change," Dr. Howard Fuller said. "And most of all, who are willing to look into a community—especially one filled with black or brown faces or hungry faces or homeless faces—and say, 'Every child here deserves access to a quality education.'"
In his role as Director of the Institute for the Transformation of Learning at Marquette University, Dr. Fuller has been advocating for support of exemplary education options that transform learning for children. This also empowers families, particularly low-income families, to choose the best options for their children. Immediately before his appointment at Marquette University, Dr. Fuller served as the Superintendent of Milwaukee Public Schools June 1991 - June 1995. He became nationally known for his unending support for fundamental educational reform. He has also received numerous awards and recognition over the years, including four Honorary Doctorate Degrees.
Read more about what Dr. Fuller is looking forward to at the National Summit on ExcelinEd's blog.
During the 2018 National Summit on Education Reform, ExcelinEd and Governor Jeb Bush will host more than 1,000 legislators, state superintendents, policymakers and thought leaders working to build a brighter future for our nation’s families. The packed two-day event will feature notable keynote speakers and in-depth strategy sessions on evolving laws, new trends, successful policies and the latest innovations that are transforming education for the 21st century.
#EIE18 is the only conference of its kind to feature a broad range of quality, innovation and opportunity policies that prioritize student success.
Visit the National Summit website for details on this year’s event. Follow @ExcelinEd on Twitter for the latest news and updates, and use #EIE18 to join the National Summit conversation.
Keynote addresses and strategy sessions will be open to the media. Members of the press interested in covering the event must request credentials in advance by registering online.
The Foundation for Excellence in Education (ExcelinEd) is a national leader in education reform. ExcelinEd is a hands-on, how-to policy and advocacy organization that designs and promotes model legislation and supports states with technical expertise, policy development and implementation strategies and public outreach.
US Asylum Changes Breach Domestic and International Law
This dangerous policy is yet another attack on families in need of protection
NEW YORK, Nov 8, 2018 – The International Rescue Committee responds to today’s announcement by the administration on US asylum policy.
Jenn Piatt, Senior Director of Refugee Resettlement & Asylum Policy and Advocacy, said:
“The IRC is strongly opposed to the administration’s latest decision to deny safe haven to families seeking asylum. Today’s action amounts to a blanket ban on vulnerable families fleeing violence and persecution in search of safety in the United States, clearly violating domestic and international law.
“This cruel decision will only result in uncertainty and insecurity for children and parents who are fleeing horrific violence and persecution. Further, it does nothing to address the root causes of this crisis, which are at the caravan’s origin, not its destination. The administration should instead be focused on addressing these root causes in the Northern Triangle, where humanitarian organizations like the IRC are on the ground working to alleviate suffering.
To date, the IRC’s emergency response in El Salvador has:
The IRC has responded to asylum seekers in the United States through:
For more information, or to schedule an interview, please email communications@rescue.org
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ABOUT THE IRC
The International Rescue Committee responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic well-being, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is at work in over 40 countries and 25 offices across the U.S. helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future, and strengthen their communities. Learn more at www.rescue.org and follow the IRC on Twitter & Facebook.
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CAN'T SWIM
SHARE NEW SONG
"CONGRATULATIONS, CHRISTOPHER HODGE"
LISTEN NOW ON BILLBOARD.COM
NEW ALBUM
THIS TOO WON'T PASS
OUT NOVEMBER 16 THROUGH
PURE NOISE RECORDS
PHOTO CREDIT: MITCHELL WOJCIK
ALBUM NOW AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER
NORTH AMERICAN TOUR WITH TROPHY EYES, SEAWAY,
MICROWAVE AND HOT MULLIGAN
KICKS OFF NOVEMBER 15
TICKETS ON SALE NOW
NOVEMBER 9, 2018 - "Congratulations, Christopher Hodge" - a new song released from Can't Swim today is streaming now exclusively on Billboard.com today. The song can be found on their upcoming, highly anticipated sophomore album, This Too Won't Pass, which will be released on November 16 through Pure Noise Records.
"Congratulations, Christopher Hodge was the last song I wrote before going into the studio," explains lead vocalist Chris LoPorto." He is our manager and a longtime friend of mine. He and his wife are having a baby the same month our new record comes out and the title was a way to bless their new family together. We grew up playing music with each other and he is one of the main reasons Can't Swim exists. We had all the demos done and ready to be recorded when he asked me to write one more song saying "you never know when creativity will strike". A few days before entering the studio I sat down and wrote the whole song in a few hours and sent it to him. He's always pushing me to work hard at this band and has believed in it since day one. It made all the sense in the world to name it in honor of him due to the fact he was the sole reason I wrote it."
Listen to "Congratulations, Christopher Hodge" here: https://bit.ly/2zFu37X
This Too Won't Pass is a brutally honest album made by people for whom music means everything and want their music to mean the same to others. In the ten tracks that make up the album, Can't Swim are able to articulate our struggles with the people, places and events that continue to shape our lives and scrape our hearts.
During the recording process, LoPorto found himself gravitating towards the meaning of the word 'evil'; a catch-all word that summarized the malevolence he felt about a number of elements in his life, be it the events of a past he continues to be governed by, and the wrongdoing he's observed in his immediate surroundings and society as a whole.
"Problems haunt you, infect you, and in time become a part of who you are," LoPorto explains, "You might find ways to distract yourself or try and forget but every time you look in the mirror you'll only see reminders of what you hate. Evil surrounds us and in time, becomes a part of who we are. Let this band be a reminder of that."
The band previously released the song and music video for "My Queen" and "sometimes you meet the right people at the wrong times"
This Too Won't Pass Track Listing:
1. What Have We Done
2. My Queen
3. sometimes you meet the right people at the wrong times
4. Hell In A Handbasket
5. Congratulations, Christopher Hodge
6. Malicious 444
7. Not The Way It Was
8. Amnesia 666
9. Daggers
10. Winter of Cicada
This Too Won't Pass is now available for pre-order. When pre-ordered digitally, fans will receive instant grat downloads of "My Queen", "sometimes you meet the right people wrong times" and "Congratulations, Christopher Hodge".
Can't Swim will embark on an upcoming winter tour with Trophy Eyes, Seaway, Microwave and Hot Mulligan. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at www.cantswimmusic.com. A full list of cities and venues they will hit can be found below.
Can't Swim Tour Dates:
w/Trophy Eyes, Seaway, Microwave and Hot Mulligan
November 15 - Los Angeles, CA - The Teregram Ballroom
November 16 - Anaheim, CA - Chain Reaction
November 17 - Mesa, AZ - Nile Half House
November 19 - Dallas, TX - RBC Dallas
November 20 - Austin, TX - Come And Take It Live
November 21 - Houston, TX - Studio at Warehouse Live
November 23 - Atlanta, GA - The Masquerade
November 24 - Margate, FL - O'Malley's
November 25 - Orlando, FL - Soundbar
November 27 - Greensboro, NC - The Blind Tiger
November 28 - Washington DC - Rock & Roll Hotel
November 29 - Philadelphia, PA - First Unitarian Church
November 30 - Allston, MA - Brighton Music Hall
December 1 - New York, NY - Le Poisson Rouge
December 2 - Toronto, CAN - The Opera House
December 4 - Buffalo, NY - Rec Room
December 5 - Detroit MI - Magic Stick
December 6 - Cleveland, OH - Beachland Ballroom & Tavern
December 7 - Chicago, IL - The Bottom Lounge
December 8 - St. Louis, MO - Fubar
December 9 - Springfield, MO - Outland Ballroom
December 11 - Denver, CO - Marquis Theater
December 12 - Salt Lake City, UT - Kilby Court
December 14 - Seattle, WA - El Corazon
December 15 - Portland, OR - Hawthorne Theatre
December 17 - Sacramento, CA - Holy Diver
December 18 - Berkeley, CA - Cornerstone
Can't Swim is: Chris LoPorto (lead vocals and guitar), Mike Sanchez (guitar), Danny Rico (guitar), Greg Devitt (bass). The band calls Keansburg, New Jersey home.
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