Today on my Houston ISD school food blog, The Spork Report, I describe two potentially encouraging developments which could presage the end of junk food in our cafeterias: the recent,
courageous action of two of our school board trustees in objecting to the sale of these foods, as well as a fantastic Houston Chronicle editorial today in which the paper urges HISD to clean up its act.
The heroic and
courageous actions of Anthony Sadler, Alek Skarlatos and Spencer Stone help to save the lives of more than 500 passengers on board.
The brave and
courageous actions of the Dyett 12 stand as a shinning example of the dedication and passion that drives social change and the struggle for justice.
Not exact matches
Populorum Progressio, the pope notes, «repeatedly underlines the urgent need for reform, and in the face
of great problems
of injustice in the development
of peoples, it calls for
courageous action to be taken without delay.»
His office has receivedrequests for copies
of the document from dioceses in the United States, Canada, Australia, France (interesting), and Malta following a public endorsement by Archbishop Mauro Piacenza, Secretary for the Congregation for Clergy, who sent Bishop O'Donoghue the Congregation's congratulations on his «
courageous examination
of the state
of evangelisation and catechesis in the diocese
of Lancaster's schools and colleges» and for developing a positive programme for
action in harmony with the «operative Magisterial documents».
I applaud you for your
courageous actions and willing to follow your heart and play the kind
of music God wanted you to play.
Along the same lines, Sapontzis argues that animals» intentional and sincere, kind and
courageous actions are moral
actions, for they accord with accepted moral norms, and we do not require demonstrations
of moral principle in everyday human moral practice (AAMB 51 - 2).
He needed his self - sacrificial love
of his virgin wife, he needed his tender care for the infant Jesus, and, most
of all, he needed his decisiveness and holy fear
of God for prompt and
courageous action.
If not for the
actions of resourceful and
courageous non-believing people, we'd still be in those dark ages.
As one
of the outstanding «signs
of the times,» pluralism invites a
courageous and generous ecumenical spirit and
action.
And then the center
of the
action shifted to Czechoslovakia, where more than 200
courageous writers and priests and physicists had signed a 1977 charter
of human rights that landed many
of them in jail or got them booted out
of their jobs.
It will require a spirit
of adventure and an element
of risk: it will demand bold planning and
courageous action.
For all his talk
of «not wanting to live in a country where aspirations are trashed» and where only «rich parents» can get you on the property ladder, his
actions make it crystal clear that David Cameron is not the
courageous and selfless politician to step up and solve the housing crisis.
With sixty
action - packed stories
of courageous soldiers, sailors and airmen from a range
of global conflicts including the Indian Mutiny
of 1857 — 58, the Second Anglo - Boer War
of 1899 — 1902 and the First and Second World Wars, this book is a powerful testament to the strength
of the human spirit and a worthy tribute to the servicemen who earned the Victoria Cross.
Afenifere, which spoke through its Publicity Secretary, Mr. Yinka Odumakin, on Tuesday, described Fayose's
action as
courageous and worthy
of emulation.
About Blog The Octonauts are a dynamic eight - member team
of quirky and
courageous adventure heroes who dive into
action whenever there is trouble under the sea.
This made - for - TV crime drama follows the
actions of the
courageous, determined prosecutor who attempted to put notorious Mafioso John Gotti behind bars.
Although all three movies come from a place
of wanting to honor
courageous actions in the face
of unspeakable tragedy, this one has an impact that goes beyond the previous two movies — it not only combines exceptional filmmaking on every level, but also packs an emotional punch I didn't see coming.
Opening February 7th, George Clooney's exciting
action drama The Monuments Men features an impressive ensemble cast that brings to life the untold but true story
of courageous people who risked everything to rescue the world's artistic masterpieces from Nazi thieves.
Now, it's a bang - up, threeway, no - holds - barred brawl as Godzilla, the alien monster and the
courageous citizens
of Japan fight an unprecedented battle for survival in this earth - shattering new sci - fi
action adventure that will blow you away.
Last semester, Kerry Kennedy, president
of the Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights visited the Askwith Forum to talk about Speak Truth To Power, a global initiative that uses the experiences
of courageous defenders from around the world to educate students and others about human rights, and urge them to take
action.
Kennedy came to the forum to talk about Speak Truth to Power, a global initiative that uses the experiences
of courageous defenders from around the world to educate people about human rights, and urge them to take
action.
Castenzio was awarded the «Faith - in -
Action» award at the annual HOPE Celebration in recognition
of his
courageous Christian leadership.
«We believe that to accelerate the positives and tackle the daunting challenges, we must have
courageous conversations about the current state
of affairs and take
action with renewed urgency to transform climate and culture at scale in Kentucky's public schools — and in Kentucky's communities.»
Packed with fresh ideas and
action strategies for teachers, leaders, and policy makers, this
courageous book offers a compelling vision from the research and hands - on work
of two internationally recognized educators, authors, and thought leaders.
It is this persistent,
courageous quest for «better
action» that is at the heart
of our fierce commitment to educational equity and excellence.
Daigo
of Fire Company M Genre:
Action, Adventure Author: Masahito Soda Synopsis: Fire, smoke, adrenaline, and fear — when everyone is running to escape from a fire, a few
courageous people are running to jump right into the thick
of it.
In so doing, he has written one
of the most morally
courageous books
of our time, one that will long linger in the conscience
of all who encounter it, and one that — just perhaps — may move the world to constructive
action.
Brimming with invaluable insights into both the geophysics and the geopolitics
of climate change, famed climatologist Hansen's provoking manifesto is the most comprehensible, realistic, and
courageous call to
action yet.
In this view, persons are to receive goods in accord with their capacities for certain kinds
of elevated intellectual reflection, artistic creativity, and noble and
courageous actions.
About Blog The Octonauts are a dynamic eight - member team
of quirky and
courageous adventure heroes who dive into
action whenever there is trouble under the sea.
Plus, donations support the Tennessee Animal Hall
of Fame which honors outstanding pets who are nominated by veterinarians for
courageous or heroic
actions.
In this gritty and darkly humorous third - person
action adventure, players join the
courageous Brotherhood
of Steel, w...
The controversial Keystone XL pipeline has inspired people to take all sorts
of courageous and creative protest
actions.
Perhaps these uncomfortable feelings can become part
of what connects us, serving as fuel for
courageous individual and collective
action as citizens
of a new kind
of global community.
Now is the time for
courageous actions and strategies, aimed at implementing a «culture
of care» (ibid., 231) and «an integrated approach to combating poverty, restoring dignity to the excluded, and at the same time protecting nature» (ibid., 139).
Given the increasingly urgent need for
courageous action to fight climate change and the environmental and human injustices that it causes (climate justice), we now require a new level
of congregational engagement.
... those who, through their
actions in the past 12 months have most advanced humanity through
courageous acts
of free expression.
Your family will be victorious financially because
of the
courageous action you took and the short - term sacrifice you made to purchase adequate mortgage protection insurance.
From the legendary creator Keiji Inafune and the makers
of Metroid Prime comes «ReCore», an
action - adventure masterfully crafted for a new generation.As one
of the last remaining humans on a planet controlled by robotic foes bent on your destruction, you must forge friendships with a
courageous group
of robot companions, each with unique abilities and powers.
About Blog The Octonauts are a dynamic eight - member team
of quirky and
courageous adventure heroes who dive into
action whenever there is trouble under the sea.
Interpersonal and effective communication,
courageous yet have a strong bias for
action and a drive for speed, enthusiastic attitude with ability to inspire and motivate others, analytical and strategical thinking in addition to high level
of accountability.
In honor
of Black History Month, Planned Parenthood
Action Fund celebrates the
courageous leadership in the black community that pushes our nation toward a...
Careful observation and regulation
of those fears might reveal a new pathway to a
courageous action (rather than the fear response
of fight / flight).
It highlights central themes
of positive memory, impact
of storytelling, longevity and energy
of family connections, facing life transitions, taking
courageous actions, and especially, finding meaning in both life and death.