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USF College of Education receives $430,000 for Helios STEM Middle School Residency Program
December 15, 2011
Posted on: December 15, 2011
Helios Education Foundation has funded a $430,000 planning grant to support the development of a new teacher education program for STEM (science, technology, engineering, & mathematics) middle school … Read More
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Arizona Foundations Lead Broad-Based Effort To Move The Needle On Grade Level Reading
November 15, 2011
Posted on: November 15, 2011
With a new national report showing that children who don't read well by third grade are four times more likely to drop out of high school, three Arizona foundations are leading a statewide … Read More
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Helios is Working to Transform Early Childhood Education in Arizona and Florida
November 9, 2011
Posted on: November 9, 2011
It's clear that the ages of birth to five represent the most critical stage in the growth and development of young children, forming the building blocks for a child's future success from pre-school … Read More
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October 28, 2011
Posted on: October 28, 2011
Navigating the pathways to colleges, universities and technical and vocational schools can be a dense maze of paperwork, standardized tests and financial worry. The Northern Arizona College Resource … Read More
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October 27, 2011
Posted on: October 27, 2011
In an effort to increase college graduation rates for first-generation and under-represented students, Helios Education Foundation and The University of Tampa have partnered on a new initiative … Read More
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Celebrating Our Partnerships and $100 Million Invested in Education
October 26, 2011
Posted on: October 26, 2011
What began as a vision in the minds of members of the Southwest Student Services Corporation's board of directors 8 years ago has today blossomed into a philanthropic organization focused on changing … Read More
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Helios Education Foundation Invests $3 Million Into Growth and Sustainability of Expect More Arizona
October 21, 2011
Posted on: October 21, 2011
Fueling the growth and sustainability of Expect More Arizona, Helios Education Foundation has committed $3 million over the next four years to the statewide movement dedicated to making Arizona … Read More
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Teach for America's Pearl Chang Esau To Lead High Expectations Education Movement
October 21, 2011
Posted on: October 21, 2011
Expect More Arizona's Oversight Board announced the selection of Pearl Chang Esau, Executive Director of Teach for America - Phoenix Region, as its new President/CEO. Ms. Chang Esau, a proven, young … Read More
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Helios Commits $495,000 to Florida State For STEM Computer-Based Modeling Program
October 21, 2011
Posted on: October 21, 2011
Until recently, scientists had two ways to work: conduct physical experiments or construct theories. Today, computers offer a powerful, third way: mathematical modeling using computer simulations. In … Read More
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Arizona Early Childhood Educators Attend First Annual Helios Summer Institute
August 18, 2011
Posted on: August 18, 2011
The First Annual Helios Summer Institute was held June 5-10, 2011 as part of the Prescott College Early Childhood Teacher Education Programs in Arizona's rural areas. These programs are supported by … Read More
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Helios Invests Over $1.4 Million In STEM Education in Tampa Bay
August 16, 2011
Posted on: August 16, 2011
Recognizing the critical role STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education plays in better preparing students for postsecondary education and career success, Helios Education Foundation … Read More
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TGen Provides Scientific Launch Pad For Helios Scholars
July 28, 2011
Posted on: July 28, 2011
Tomorrow's leaders in science and medicine will graduate from an advanced biomedical internship program at the Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen).The 45 interns in the Helios Scholars … Read More
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Celebrating Our Partnerships and $100 Million Invested in Education
June 27, 2011
Posted on: June 27, 2011
What began as a vision in the minds of members of the Southwest Student Services Corporation's board of directors 8 years ago has today blossomed into a philanthropic organization focused on changing … Read More
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June 7, 2011
Posted on: June 7, 2011
With national graduation rates stalled at around 70 percent and with an estimated 60 percent of all students enrolled in postsecondary education needing remedial coursework, Helios Education … Read More
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June 2, 2011
Posted on: June 2, 2011
A new Helios Education Foundation and University of Arizona collaboration will fundamentally shift the way early childhood educators learn about their students, adding a stronger emphasis on early … Read More
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April 28, 2011
Posted on: April 28, 2011
The Arizona Community Foundation and Helios Education Foundation proudly announce the award of $500,000 to the Opening Minds through the Arts Foundation. This is the second year that Helios and ACF … Read More
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Helios Education Foundation's 2010 Annual Report - A Celebration of Milestones
April 25, 2011
Posted on: April 25, 2011
Helios Education Foundation is pleased to present you with our 2010 annual report, A Celebration of Milestones.Thisinteractive, completely electronic, online experience is a showcase of the … Read More
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Pinellas Education Foundation Hosts Follow-up to "Waiting for Superman"
April 13, 2011
Posted on: April 13, 2011
Six months after the Pinellas Education Foundation in partnership with Helios Education Foundation and Tucker Hall hosted a community viewing of the nationally-acclaimed education documentary Waiting … Read More
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Helios Education Foundation Elects Maria Sastre To its Board of Directors
April 11, 2011
Posted on: April 11, 2011
Recognized Leader and Top Power Influencer Joins Helios' BoardHelios Education Foundation today announced the election of Maria Sastre to its Board of Directors. Ms. Sastre joins seven other members … Read More
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March 22, 2011
Posted on: March 22, 2011
Paul Luna, President and CEO of Helios Education Foundation, will moderate "Your Voice in Education Reform Symposium" on April 12 in St. Petersburg, Florida. The discussion will highlight education … Read More
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Helios Education Foundation STEM Request for Proposals
March 1, 2011
Posted on: March 1, 2011
Thank you to those who submitted the 5th - 10th Grade STEM Education Teacher Professional Development (Stage 1) proposal. The Stage 1 portion of the proposal process has ended, and the remainder of … Read More
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Helios Announces $1 Million Gift to Teach For America Miami
February 18, 2011
Posted on: February 18, 2011
With more than 200 Teach For America teachers, known as corps members, and guests in attendance, Teach For America's Miami-Dade region hosted its annual 100 Days Closer event recently where Helios … Read More
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Helios Endorses Arizona Education Commitment
February 16, 2011
Posted on: February 16, 2011
Dear Education Advocates:Helios Education Foundation stands firm in its commitment to change the lives of individuals in Arizona and Florida through education, and we're working diligently, alongside … Read More
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Helios Collaborates with USF to Make a Difference in Early Childhood Education
February 2, 2011
Posted on: February 2, 2011
"When you put a face on the issue and get out of the ivory tower, that's when you can really make a difference," says Dr. Smita Mathur.
Thanks to the Helios Education Foundation and the Redlands … Read More
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O'Connor House, Expect More Arizona Launch Education Commitment
January 28, 2011
Posted on: January 28, 2011
The O'Connor House and Expect More Arizona have announced the launch of The Arizona Education Commitment, a statewide, nonpartisan initiative to protect and preserve Arizona's state educational … Read More
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Teach For America Honors Vince Roig
January 20, 2011
Posted on: January 20, 2011
Wendy Kopp, Founder and CEO of Teach for America, was among those on hand to honor Vince Roig, Helios Education Foundation's Chairman, at a special reception held earlier this month at the Heard … Read More
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January 10, 2011
Posted on: January 10, 2011
“Helios Education Foundation is saddened by the tragic loss of life and serious injuries that occurred at Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords’ (D-AZ) Congress on Your Corner event in Tucson, Arizona on … Read More
