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Associated Press
04-08-2025
- Automotive
- Associated Press
Subaru Teams With Actor Max Greenfield and AdoptAClassroom.org To Provide Teachers in High-Needs Schools With Classroom Supply Funding
CAMDEN, N.J., August 4, 2025 /3BL/ - Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) today announced that in its fifth year as the largest corporate supporter of it will have helped support more than 950,000 students nationwide as part of the Subaru Loves Learning® initiative. Subaru, together with more than 630 retailers, will continue to provide teachers with funding for the essential supplies and high-quality resources they need to support student success in the classroom. This year, Subaru has also partnered with actor and education advocate Max Greenfield to help spotlight the growing need for support in classrooms nationwide. Many families and teachers face significant challenges in securing even the most basic classroom essentials for their students. According to 92% of teachers have students whose families cannot afford school supplies for their children, often leaving educators to cover the cost themselves. The average teacher in the U.S. spends $895 of their own money each year on classroom materials, an amount that has risen 50% since 2015. As a result, Subaru is working to help make a difference as part of its commitment to being More Than a Car Company®, supporting classrooms across the country and helping ensure students and educators have what they need to start the year strong. Alan Bethke, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Subaru of America, Inc.: 'Helping nearly one million children in high-needs schools feel better prepared to learn and have access to the education they deserve is a rewarding feeling. Educators are among the top professions of Subaru owners, and as the largest corporate partner of we're proud to match their dedication with a program that has tangible results in their classrooms.' Together, Subaru and its retailers are committed to supporting students in high-needs schools by providing teachers nationwide with funding to purchase essential classroom supplies through Many participating retailers will also donate curated school supply kits filled with the most requested materials from teachers, and some will be going even further, supporting local schools with flexible funding for special projects. Ann Pifer, Executive Director of 'Each year, we see a record-breaking number of students supported, thanks to the incredible commitment of Subaru and its strong community of retailers. As we mark our fifth year of partnership, we're proud to help provide critical educational opportunities and resources to classrooms across the country. This continued collaboration is a powerful testament to the impact we can make together.' To launch the 2025 program, beloved actor, author, education advocate, and father of two, Max Greenfield, has partnered with Subaru to adopt a classroom as part of the Subaru Loves Learning initiative. Greenfield visited a local elementary school in Los Angeles that has been supported by the Subaru Loves Learning initiative, where he helped spotlight the impact that funding can have on classrooms as back-to-school season quickly approaches. Max Greenfield, Actor, Author, and Advocate: 'I've always had a deep respect for teachers, but becoming a parent gave me a closer look at how much they take on, often going above and beyond without the resources they deserve. That's why Subaru Loves Learning stood out to me. It's a conscientious effort to support the people who make such a big difference in our kids' lives.' As part of the 2025 program, Subaru will once again be working to support students in the Camden City School District (CCSD) by adopting 91 classrooms near the automaker's headquarters in Camden, NJ. This hometown effort will include funding, as well as employee volunteers helping teachers set up their classrooms for the new school year. To learn more about the Subaru Loves Learning initiative and the partnership with visit or follow #SubaruLovesLearning on social media. *High-need is defined as a school that has a Title I Schoolwide Program and/or a school where 40% or more of the student population qualifies for the Free or Reduced-Price Lunch Program. About Subaru of America, Inc. Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Subaru Corporation of Japan. Headquartered in Camden, N.J., the company markets and distributes Subaru vehicles, parts, and accessories through a network of about 640 retailers across the United States. All Subaru products are manufactured in zero-landfill plants, including Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc., the only U.S. automobile manufacturing plant designated a backyard wildlife habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. SOA is guided by the Subaru Love Promise®, which is the company's vision to show love and respect to everyone and to support its communities and customers nationwide. Over the past 20 years, SOA and the SOA Foundation have donated more than $340 million to causes the Subaru family cares about, and its employees have logged over 115,000 volunteer hours. Subaru is dedicated to being More Than a Car Company® and to making the world a better place. For additional information, visit Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and YouTube. About Every teacher should have access to the tools they need to teach. All students should have the resources and supplies they need for a great educational experience. is a national nonprofit that partners with PreK-12 teachers, educators, and schools to equip students where they need it most. Today, teachers spend an average of $895 of their own money on their classrooms each year. More than half of classroom supplies are purchased by the teacher. Since 1998, has raised $74 million and equipped 7 million students across the United States. 90% of all funded classrooms are located in high-needs schools. The 501(c)(3) organization holds the highest ratings from both Charity Navigator and Candid/GuideStar. For more information, or to make a donation, please visit ### Diane AntonSubaru of America, Inc.856-488-5093 [email protected] Adam LeiterSubaru of America, Inc.(856) 488-8668 [email protected] Visit 3BL Media to see more multimedia and stories from Subaru of America
Associated Press
03-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
AssignmenthelpSingapore.sg Launches Premium Dissertation Writing Services for Students in Singapore
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BBC News
23-06-2025
- General
- BBC News
Transition day: Top tips for starting a new class or school
As the end of the school year slowly approaches, for some of you this might mean a change of classroom, teacher or even the UK, schools often hold what are know as transition days or weeks. These are when pupils get to visit their new school to see what it's like and meet their new it's moving into high school, or from infants to juniors - keep reading to find out some top tips to help you on your want to know if you've had or are going to have a transition day? Have you got any advice for others? Let us know in the comments below. What are transition days? Transition days provide you with an opportunity to learn more about your soon-to-be school environment, new teachers, classmates and new also a good time to bring up any questions you might have about this new chapter in your idea of starting at a new school can be a little worrying for lots of people, and transition days are a great way of making students feel more comfortable and informed about the whole a transition day where other pupils are present can also remind students that lots of people are in the situation and that can be a really reassuring feeling. Top tips for starting at a new school Although starting a new class or school can seem scary at times, there are lots and lots of students who've gone through the process Robinson, who works at Childline, told Newsround that it can be a "scary time and every year lots of young people tell us that they are worried about the change in environment and about their friends not going to the same school."Whilst change can feel really difficult, overcoming it gets easier the more often you do it and eventually you may start to look forward to new challenges," she change from being the oldest in school to being the youngest can be unsettling for some, with some feeling a little worried about being in an environment with older idea of having new teachers, new subjects and meeting new people can be daunting but also pretty exciting. Newsround asked some Year 7s to give their advice to Year 6s starting a new said to "be yourself, don't worry too much and be kind".Their advice for dealing with any unexpected changes next year is to "get fresh air" and "go on a bike ride and play football to reduce stress".They also explained that even if you haven't been able to visit your new class or school, it's important to remember that "all teachers are understanding and can help you with your worries" when you you're still a little worried, there is lots of support out there for you to get help and to a friend or an adult you trust, like a parent, guardian or a teacher.
WIRED
20-06-2025
- Business
- WIRED
How AI Is Helping Kids Find the Right College
Jun 20, 2025 6:30 AM College counselors in the US are too overworked to meet with every student. A new wave of specialized AI tools can learn students' interests, then recommend schools, areas of study, and scholarships. Photo-Illustration:After Julia Dixon graduated from the University of Michigan in 2014, her family and friends asked for her help with the college application process. Dixon was happy to share her recently earned expertise about the world of higher education but soon realized how many parents and students in her community needed help and how hard it was for them to access that support. The ratio of college counselors to students in the US, according to the American School Counselor Association, is one for every 376 students. Many students don't have proper access to a college counselor to help them with admissions or pick which schools and areas of study might suit them best. Hiring a private college counselor is an option, but that can cost thousands of dollars. In 2023, Dixon founded ESAI, a platform powered by artificial intelligence designed to assist students with the college admissions process. She also posts videos on TikTok about college planning and talks about how AI tools can be supportive to kids who don't know what their career options are. Access to the AI platform starts at around $21 per month, far less than private counseling. The Right Fit ESAI uses a matching algorithm, Dixon says, to help students understand all the factors that go into picking a school. First, ESAI directs students to a 'major mentor' and then to the school matchmaker. These tools assess things like the students' future goals, their sociability, the class size they thrive in, and whether they want to live near the campus. The results are highly personalized. 'A lot of kids come to us when they're more actively applying to school,' Dixon says. They may know where they want to apply and just need help writing their admissions essays or beefing up their applications. 'Our college essay support and quantifying calculator helps kids quantify the impact from activities they've already done,' she says. For example, if a student spends a lot of time babysitting younger siblings, the software can help them quantify that time as leadership skill-building and so they can put it on their application as a learned skill. Spending Wisely While finding the right school and major are top of mind for most families, so is the cost of higher education. 'A huge piece is the financial side,' Dixon says. 'How do we weigh options for in-state versus out-of-state tuition? How do we look at scholarships that can supplement you?' ESAI's scholarship tool matches a student's hobbies and interests as well as their demographics and financial situation to pair them with the best scholarship options. For example, there are scholarships available for students who are first-generation Americans or for women who are interested in STEM: science, technology, engineering, and math programs. Jon Carson started the College Guidance Network, an AI-powered counseling platform, when his son was a sophomore in high school. Back then, Carson couldn't get an appointment with the school counselor, and there were few resources specifically for parents. The conversations that families have about college—which ones to apply to, which ones they can afford—typically happen after hours, Carson says. 'We are talking to our kids at night, on the weekend, and during vacation, because during the day they're in history class and we're at work. Well, counselors are out of the building at night, on the weekend, and during vacation. It's an unfortunate mismatch.' To remedy that divide, he created the College Guidance Network, a web platform with advice from more than 375 experts who understand the application process. The site has a library of content as well as videos and PDF resources about the college application process that parents and kids can review together. It also offers 'office hours' with an admissions expert. The site's tagline is 'Experts for everyone, all in one place.' The expert content covers four main stages of college planning: discovery, admissions steps, financial aid, and the parent-teen dynamic, so parents can learn how to work with their children during this process when, typically, the teen might be reluctant to take advice from their parents. Students and parents are guided through the selection process by Eva, an AI counseling assistant, which surfaces advice drawn from that library of expert data and can also turn to the internet to find more individualized information, like application due dates for specific colleges or what the registration deadlines are for the SAT and ACT tests. The system creates a calendar with due date reminders so students can more easily hit those deadlines. The system is provided by college counselors in 60 high schools, and a dozen college admissions offices are signing up to sponsor Eva for inquiring families to lower their admissions anxiety. Eva was recently also made available to the public for a monthly fee starting at $15, so students and their families can access the system from home. Life Coaches Emily Pacheco is the associate director of admissions at Case Western Reserve University and the founder of an organization that encourages ethical AI adoption in college admissions. She says that kids today are using AI like a life coach. 'I really look at it as a thought partner,' Pacheco says. 'The number one usage of ChatGPT right now is for therapy and companionship. People are using this technology to help them make decisions about their lives, and students are using it to help them navigate the college admission process.' While some high school and college students may be using generative AI to cheat, write essays, or solve homework problems, some educators feel like it doesn't cross a line to use it as a study partner, a tutor, or as a helper to tighten up writing. Pacheco says the essay writing process can be done ethically with the help of AI. 'We talk about brainstorming and outlining and getting feedback like, 'Hey, is my essay saying what I want it to say to the audience? Is it going to be received in the way that I expect it to be received?' AI [gives] pretty thoughtful responses that sometimes can be better received than responses from a parent or even a college counselor.' Additionally, these new AI-powered guidance counselor programs can help students find alternate paths in life if their interests are pointing them somewhere other than a four-year college. 'There are really great community colleges that might be the next best step,' says Pacheco. Other students might benefit more from going to trade school. This type of school selection guidance is helpful not only for students but also for colleges and universities, she says, since fewer students are applying to most schools. While there are thousands of higher-education programs in the US, the top 30 or so schools receive an abundance of applications, and the rest may struggle to fill their student quotas. 'Everyone knows about the demographic cliff,' says Geoff Baird, founder of the enrollment management platform Enroll ml. Fewer students are applying to colleges, partly because of declining birth rates but also because the high cost of higher education makes it harder to see the return on investment. "This is all fundamentally changing the enrollment environment for institutions,' Baird says. Many college recruiters attend high school college fairs to find the kids who will thrive in their programs. Enroll ml helps college recruiters make those same types of connections without having to travel to meet students face-to-face. The platform uses machine learning to help a higher-education institution more effectively identify students within their applicant pool who would be a good fit. Then it creates personalized communications for admissions teams so those institutions can reach out to those students and develop relationships, Baird says. The system analyzes the timing, patterns, and interactions of hundreds of behaviors—such as which types of communications the students engage with and how quickly they respond, or if they visited the school or browsed online—to know which schools students are seriously considering. This is especially needed today since over 1,000 colleges and universities use Common App, a program which enables students to apply to dozens of schools with the press of a button. 'An institution has highly limited resources on the admissions and enrollment side, so when they are spending time on students who are not actually interested, that is taking away time and attention from students who really are,' Baird says. In this competitive and chaotic landscape, whether a student is looking for the right school or a school is looking for the right student, AI is helping them find one another.
Irish Times
06-06-2025
- General
- Irish Times
Carl O'Brien: ‘Take a deep breath - the weekend is a time to recharge'
Phew – that was intense. The first few days of the exams really are the hardest. The weekend, thankfully, offers the chance of some much-needed respite for everyone. Leaving Cert students who sat maths paper one on Friday afternoon may well feel deflated . But remember: if it was hard for them, it was hard for lots of others too. Our live coverage of the exams on Friday includes lots of comments from students who really struggled with the content and questions. Examiners tend to mark 'hard' exams easier in order to keep the same proportion of grades from year to year. It's also know as the bell curve . So, there is every chance the marking scheme will take account of this. READ MORE Students Why not take a deep breath – the weekend is an opportunity to recharge. It may be tempting to spend every moment revising, but rest is just as important. Brian Mooney, our guidance counsellor, recommends a balanced approach : review upcoming exams in manageable sessions, and then step away from the books. Take a walk, get exercise, meet up with friends or watch your favourite show: it can do wonders for your focus and mood. Parents For parents, supporting your child can simply involve a calm presence and encouraging downtime. Try to keep the atmosphere relaxed and remind them that it's normal to feel nervous or tired. A favourite meal, a listening ear or a quiet space to work can make all the difference. With balance, support and rest, your child can face the week ahead with greater energy and clarity. Keep going – you're doing great!
