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Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Cambria County Commissioner Thomas Chernisky to read to children for Read Across America
WINDBER, Pa. (WTAJ) — Cambria County Commissioner Thomas Chernisky will visit Windber Elementary on Wednesday, March 26, to read to children as part of Read Across America, a nationwide initiative promoting literacy in honor of Dr. Seuss. Chernisky, who has participated in Read Across America for several years, said he enjoys the experience and hopes to continue his involvement for years to come. The annual event, held on or around March 2, Dr. Seuss' birthday, aims to encourage a love of reading among young students. Chernisky is scheduled to read at 2:30 p.m. at Windber Elementary, located at 421 Sugar Maple Drive. Depending on scheduling, Chopper, the mascot of the Johnstown Tomahawks, may join him for the visit. For more information, Commissioner Chernisky can be reached at 814-241-5685. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
22-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
A plea for governor, president to visit Portsmouth Public Schools amid plans to abolish Dept. of Education
PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — With children squiggling behind desks and Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin on hand with a rapt audience, President Donald Trump Thursday afternoon inked an executive order to abolish the Department of Education and turn over most assignments to the 50 states. Only Congress can abolish it, but the new Department of Government Efficiency, under the direction of Elon Musk, has already cut the Education Department staff in half. Musk, in a conservative conference earlier this year, burnished his conservative credentials by while describing his goal to cut the size of the federal government. If past is prologue, the chairman of the Portsmouth School Board is concerned DOGE-style budget cuts to a department formed during the Carter administration will harm a school system where every elementary school except one is a school in which . Thirteen Portsmouth schools are Title I schools, and most school buildings are about 60 years old. 'Title I is a huge proponent for students in low-income areas and for low-income families,' said Dr. Cardell Patillo, chairman of the Portsmouth School Board. Title One pays for reading specialists in middle schools. Title One also pays for other special resources. Title One pays for afterschool programs. It pays for extra tutorial assistance for these students who need it,' said Patillo Amid Read Across America week, president writing new chapter on education Shortly after President Trump signed the executive order, Youngkin issued a news release to outline how his administration plans to improve public education. On day one of his administration, the Republican signed an executive order to ban critical race theory, which 10 On Your Side determined is not taught in Virginia K-12 schools. He also opened a controversial tip line in which parents could report suspected CRT lessons in schools. Patillo said the governor has not ever visited Portsmouth Schools, and invited him and Trump to do so. 'He's been to Hampton Roads, but he has not been specifically to Portsmouth Public Schools,' Patillo said of the governor. 'I invite the governor [and] I invite President Trump to please come to some public schools to see the work that educators are doing and see the needs these students have. That need is great. Stability is most important for the success of these children.'According to NBC News, Mr. Trump later said the Small Business Administration will oversee federal student loans and the Department of Health and Human Services will oversee school nutrition programs. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Associated Press
17-03-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
Health Connect America Celebrates FCTF's Annual Day of Giving in Mississippi
JACKSON, MS, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 / / -- In support of the Family Centered Treatment Foundation's (FCTF) Annual Day of Giving, Health Connect America proudly participated in volunteer activities across Mississippi on March 7th. This initiative highlights our ongoing commitment to strengthening communities and supporting families through meaningful acts of service. A Day of Community Engagement and Impact Health Connect America, an FCT Practitioner, mobilized its Mississippi employees to take part in service projects across the state. Nearly 90 employees engaged in a variety of volunteer activities, making a tangible impact in the communities where they live and work. Some of this year's initiatives included: Collected and Delivered Food and Nonperishables in Amory Participated in Food Delivers, Clothing Closets, and Handed Out Cards and Flowers to Seniors in Byhalia Sorted and Donated Items at Sacred Heart Southern Mission Thrift Store in Hernando Served Lunch and Organized Pantry at Loves Kitchen and Participated in Read Across America at Crestwood Elementary School in Meridian Gathered and Delivered Donations at Lord is My Help in Moss Point Gathered Clothing Donations and Assembled Care Packages for Individuals in Need in New Albany Visited with Residents of Magnolia at Oxford Commons Memory Care and Assisted Living in Oxford Fed the Recovery Group at Celebrate Recovery in Philadelphia Fed the Homeless Community and Donated needed Items at All Saints Church and Hope Deferred in Saltillo Put Together and Delivered Appreciation Bags to Admin Staff at Tate County and North Panola Schools in Senatobia 'Participating in this day of giving allows us to extend our reach beyond traditional care settings, touching lives in a direct and meaningful way. It's a powerful reminder that at the heart of every community lies the potential for immense positive change, driven by simple acts of generosity and compassion,' said Scott Martin, Executive Officer of Operations at Health Connect America. About the FCT Foundation's Day of Giving The Annual FCT Day of Giving was created to honor the 30th anniversary of Family Centered Treatment's official incorporation. Each year, individuals associated with FCT—including staff, families, and board members—are encouraged to engage in acts of service. Health Connect America's participation on March 7th demonstrates our continued dedication to community engagement and the power of collective giving. Join Us in Celebrating the Power of Giving Health Connect America invites the community to reflect on the importance of giving back and to share their stories of kindness using #FCTdayofgiving and #HCAdayofgiving on social media. 'We encourage everyone to participate in this celebration of giving. Small acts of kindness can create lasting change, and together, we can strengthen our communities in incredible ways.' – Jordan Labiosa, Director of Marketing at Health Connect America Looking Ahead Health Connect America remains committed to the principles of the Family Centered Treatment Foundation and will continue fostering a culture of service. As we look forward to future Days of Giving, we are excited to see the lasting impact our employees can make in Mississippi and beyond.
Yahoo
08-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Last Day of Read Across America
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU)— In this week's final chapter of Read Across America, we take you around NEPA where some members of 28/22 News were reading to some local students. First, we take you to State Street Elementary School in Larksville. That is were Nick and Candace read Friday to some very attentive young people. Candace read two books including 'Horton Hatches the Egg' to Mrs. Hoover's 3rd grade class. And just down the hall in 4th grade Nick read 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas' to Ms. Aed's class. A lot fun and we thank you for inviting us. Meteorologist Logan Westrope was back on the reading trail again. This time he stopped by Ross Elementary School in Hunlock Creek. Logan read 'Misty the Cloud' a very stormy day to students, who Logan said were very attentive and asked him very good questions. 28/22's Gianna Galli got into the Read Across America spirit. She stopped by St. Nicholas St. Mary's School in Wilkes-Barre Friday afternoon to read 'Incredible You' to Ms. Halchak's and Ms. Frank's second grade classes. Gianna also gifted the students coloring books and crayons. All this week members of the 28/22 News team stopped by area schools to read books to kids. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Ohio Rep. Joyce Beatty addresses DOGE, Department of Education
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — As threats to end the Department of Education continue, U.S. Rep. Joyce Beatty (D-OH) discussed the importance of literacy and public education Friday in a reading event for local elementary schoolers. Beatty visited Woodcrest Elementary School as part of Read Across America week where she read stories aloud to students and celebrated learning. She spoke with NBC4 after the event, where she said she loved seeing the excitement among students. She also said the Department of Education is crucial for schools like the one she spoke in today, and she hopes the administration backtracks threats to cut the department. Beatty said Congress — not the White House — has the power to fund and sustain the Department of Education. She said she is certain the effort to close the department will end up in court. 'I think it's important to say to little children, and especially little Black children, that we will not let this administration illegally do away with the Department of Education,' Beatty said. 'We will not let him cut veterans' programs and housing programs, and so we wanted to stand in solidarity.' Sen. Bernie Moreno on tariffs, education and immigration As part of that solidarity Beatty also stood by Rep. Al Green (D-TX), saying his actions were appropriate. Green was censured this week for his protest during President Donald Trump's address to Congress this week, marking a formal condemnation of his actions. Beatty was not one of the 10 Democrats who joined Republicans in favor of the censure. Beatty also said Democrats in Congress are learning about federal office closures and layoffs at the same time as their constituents — after the notices have already gone out. She said federal workers are swarming Congressional phones about the flurry of layoffs. 'The phones are ringing off the hook, people are scared, people want to know if they are going to get paid, they want to know what happens to them next,' Beatty said. 'When you look at these offices and the individuals that are working in these offices, they are the lifeline to many of these programs.' Beatty also condemned Republican colleagues as 'childish' for not standing up against calls to repeal the bipartisan CHIPS Act or Elon Musk-backed DOGE cuts. She said Musk is not elected and not confirmed, and she feels the administration is not putting people first. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
