Sentences with phrase «efficiency program focused»

An energy efficiency program focused on such things as EPA SmartWay trailers and fuel efficient truck fleets means this carrot company has lower carbon emissions and is working toward a smaller environmental footprint.

Energy efficiency programs focusing specifically on the industrial sector and administered by utilities, state public benefit entities and regional market transformation organizations are growing in response to rising energy efficiency goals.

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We've implemented a new Lean efficiency program where we are focused on reducing waste and completing Gibraltar's construction projects as efficiently as possible.

We also promote tax simplification; identify and fight the creep of specialized deductions; conduct, synthesize and curate research on the effect of globalization and technological trends on the US economy; and encourage growth advocates to focus more attention on cutting harmful regulations and increasing program efficiency than attempts to radically pare down social spending.

Every day I need to touch Women Online (as creative director), Boston Mamas (as founder / editor), Edit Your Life (as co-host), Brave New World Designs (as designer / co-owner) + Christine Koh LLC (as principal... this includes various freelance projects, including one major managing editor contract) so efficiency and focus really are key, given that I need to cycle through projects during the day and also given that Laurel and Violet are not in after school programs (Jon and I really 50/50 it in terms of covering the after school window... I am so grateful for this)!

«These two priorities are important to the overall operations, budget efficiency, new initiatives, community policing and many of the programs currently in progress to keep crime low in our City and focus on building partnerships in our communities,» Public Safety Chair Vanessa Gibson (D - Bronx) said in a statement.

Cuomo insisted this is a statewide, not NYC - focused, effort at finding efficiencies in the program.

The blueprint is vague on the administration's plans for the DOE's renewable energy and energy efficiency office and its Fossil Energy Research program, saying only that funding for those programs will be focused on «early - stage applied energy research.»

The commission is focused on three goals: increasing school capacity, improving funding efficiency, and simplifying the program application process.

These analyses focus on the economic impact of transportation investments, strategies for using transportation infrastructure more efficiently, ways of increasing the economic efficiency of federal transportation programs, new ways of financing transportation infrastructure, and analyzing the costs and benefits of transportation rulemakings, in collaboration with the Office of Regulation (C - 50) in the Office of the General Counsel.

How to use our ratings You can either focus on the letter grades we hand out in each of the four main categories (program spending efficiency, fundraising costs, governance and reserve fund size), or the final grade, depending on what's most important to you.

She is currently completing a year - long fellowship in Shelter Medicine through University of Wisconsin Shelter Medicine Program / UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program with her focus project being on increasing efficiency of cat flow through the shelter.

Pulling from their membership base of over 100 companies, the feature stories include a financial assessment from West Paw Design, a supply chain pilot from MOM's Organic Market, a strategy focus from «I and love and you» and an operational efficiency program from Camp Bow Wow.

A particularly powerful thread, the importance of the Pentagon as a driver of innovation and market for effective energy technology, emerged in an earlier discussion involving three of the top figures in the federal government focused on advancing energy choices that will work for the long haul — Cathy Zoi, assistant secretary of energy for energy efficiency and renewable energy, Arun Majumdar, director of the Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy, and Jeffrey Marqusee, who runs environmental research and development programs for the Department of Defense.

Ellen Dunham - Jones, the director of the architecture program at the Georgia Institute of Technology, told me the project potentially signaled a real shift in the Persian Gulf, which until recently has been focused more on architectural flamboyance than energy efficiency and the like.

Massachusetts is proud to lead the nation in energy efficiency policies and programs, and over the last year our administration has focused on increasing access for low - and moderate - income ratepayers, while investing in innovative peak demand reduction projects that will provide significant environmental and economic benefits to the Commonwealth.»

The United States made a splash today with Energy Secretary Steven Chu «s (pictured right) announcement of an international plan to deploy clean technology globally (with a strong emphasis on developing countries)- the Climate Renewables and Efficiency Deployment Initiative (Climate REDI) will include three clean technology programs focusing on solar and LED lighting, efficient appliances and equipment, and policy and technical support for countries planning for renewable energy.

Two solutions focusing on older low - efficiency vehicles are scrappage programs, which are gaining increasing support in many countries, and conversions to plug - in hybrids (PHEVs) and all - electric vehicles (EVs), an emerging new option.

The ARB's own analysis, focused on Wilmington as a case study, asserts that several of AB 32's programs, including cap and trade, will make the air cleaner by improving fuel efficiency and promoting clean energy.

Currently he focuses on implementation of the Clean Power Plan, the reduction of methane emissions from oil and gas production activities, and the design of utility programs that incentivize energy efficiency and protect consumers.

The GRACE Energy Program promotes clean energy, focusing on renewable energy, distributed generation and energy efficiency, and describes the environmental effects of conventional power generation.

Among them: the Energy Star program, which aims to improve energy efficiency and save consumers money; infrastructure assistance to Alaska Native villages and the Mexico border; a grant program that helps cities and states combat air pollution; and an office that focuses on environmental justice issues.

Home Performance with ENERGY STAR A national program administered by the US Department of Energy in conjunction with EPA that focuses on improving home energy efficiency through whole - house solutions.

Prior to issuing the report, which focused exclusively on the Commonwealth, ACEEE had ranked Virginia 38th out of 50 states in employing energy - efficiency programs and technologies (see ACEEE's 2008 State Energy Efficiency efficiency programs and technologies (see ACEEE's 2008 State Energy Efficiency Efficiency Scorecard.

SACE, as part of the Just Energy Memphis partnership, will be focused on informing implementation of current local weatherization and low - income energy efficiency initiatives and using these programs, and lessons learned, to help create better energy efficiency policies for housing in North Memphis that can inform programs across our region.

Our November blog will focus on the speed of the residential lighting market transformation and new opportunities for energy efficiency program administrators.

She works in the Policy program and focuses on natural resources including energy efficiency as a mechanism to reduce air pollution, the water - energy nexus, and natural gas efficiency policies and programs.

Efficiency Vermont took over individual utility efficiency programs and established one corporation focused on statewide energy - efficieEfficiency Vermont took over individual utility efficiency programs and established one corporation focused on statewide energy - efficieefficiency programs and established one corporation focused on statewide energy - efficiencyefficiency goals.

In March, 2011 En + Group joined The Climate Group, where it will help build climate change leadership and tackle other environmental issues through support of core programs, in particular focusing on accelerating use of renewable energy and energy efficiency in industrial centers.

The program just launched and currently has five CLEs available, which focus on legal ethics along with tips on individual productivity and law firm efficiency.

Program provides DBA members with single resource for practice operations management Dayton, OH — March 26, 2014 — The Dayton Bar Association (www.daybar.org), an organization dedicated to the administration of justice and the public's respect for the law, and CuroLegal (www.curolegal.com), a practice operations firm focused on creating greater efficiencies and profitability for law...

Instead of throwing a bunch of darts randomly at the wall, you could hone your focus, increase efficiency and improve effectiveness while decreasing the resources and effort previously needed to run a law firm marketing program.

Perhaps the most noticeable distinction from desktop environments is that window managers generally focus on efficiency by emphasizing mouse movements and keyboard hotkeys to open programs or launchers.

Selected accomplishments: • Increased efficiencies & reduced production turnaround time 25 % by utilizing functional prioritization • Reduced cancelled orders 30 % and salvaged the threatened loss of key accounts by initiating daily and weekly communications reports and focusing on personalized client supervision • Recognized Client Relationship Specialist and preferred project manager by major national accounts • Key contributor in improvement of inter-departmental project flow by assisting in the establishment of real - time based deadlines for order entry and job order release • Improved office efficiency by initiating purchase order requirements and pre-production checklists implemented by company president for use throughout customer service department and included in new client information packets • Strengthened inter-departmental relationships by practicing team focused recognition and open communication • Won the respect of all department managers, company president and owner as recognized by receiving MVP employee of the quarter award January 2007Page TwoMarketing Manager, Company Name7 / 2002 — 7 / 2004Created and implemented successful internal and external store marketing programs.

Established the [company name] Security Operations Center, a 24 / 7 - risk mitigation center focused on optimizing service response, cost efficiency and program effectiveness with greater capacity to solve difficult situations.

Highlights Certified Veterinary Technician Licensed in Virginia 4.0 GPA in veterinary technician program Calm and gentle handling of 100 + companion pets Met diverse challenges with large animals Author of papers on surgical nursing and on streamlining technician efficiency Shelter volunteer for 10 years Excellent math skills Attention to detail Great communicator Experience Veterinary Technician Externship 5/1/2016 — 7/1/2016 Large Animals Veterinary Practice — Roanoke, VA Focused primarily on large animals such as cows, sheep and horses.

Key Accomplishments • Successfully implemented an activities based elementary curriculum, resulting in a large number of parents registering their children into the program • Development and implemented a core elementary program, that resulted in increased efficiency in motivating students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary grade education • Identified a child with special needs within the class, after thoroughly analyzing his personality and limitations, and placed him in an inclusion program • Developed a series lesson plans as part of the elementary teaching program, focusing on students with speech impairments

• Able to develop and implement programs and curriculum activities with special focus on promoting educational goals • Solid knowledge of conceptualizing the broad goals of the school aimed at facilitating organizational efficiency

Candidate 1: Senior executive with turnaround experience: In this example, the candidate could focus his executive resume on defining specific turnaround experiences including, what programs / processes / procedures the candidate implemented to affect change and how those changes affected operational efficiency, employee productivity, revenue performance, etc..

Skilled at planning & implementing programs focused on improving business operational efficiency and customer solutions.

Spearheaded quality assurance program focused on the financial aid department that increased efficiency of staff and identified outstanding training issues that allowed for development of ongoing staff training and development.

Brand Marketing and Promotional Design — Selected Duties and Responsibilities Lead through example with consistent work ethic, attitude, and professionalism, while developing brand promotion strategies through the tactical assessment and analysis of target markets, clients, and consumers Manage all aspects of publication and promotional media design, including content development, pre-promotional material utilization, budgetary considerations, and deadline adherence Monitor all campaigns from initiation to completion, executing changes and modifications as needed to ensure program success Provide guidance and leadership with respect to marketing campaign strategy development, benchmarking, implementation, post-execution analysis, theme development, and process optimization Measure the success of marketing initiatives using data and related key metrics, ROI considerations, and related data, ensuring the maximization of competitive abilities while providing regular and ad - hoc reporting to both and clients Partner with advertising operations and other teams as needed to troubleshoot delivery issues and optimize campaign performance within the limits of available material and resource inventories as well as related logistical concerns Utilize talent among team with focused collaboration and the promotion of a performance - based environment leveraging individual talents for group benefit, soliciting creative materials from internal teams and external agencies per established specifications Screen and test submitted materials to ensure compliance with technical considerations and client specifications Address key client queries and resolve them in an expedited manner while communicating status updates across all teams, promoting sustained revenue growth through client retention, relationship development, and program success Meet and exceed all marketing targets while tracking progress versus established internal and external industry benchmarks, focusing on both revenue generation as well as cost control Maintain a strong working knowledge of products, services, and the respective marketplace, including pricing and regulatory trends, client requirements, competitor strategies, and product growth Act as a liaison between clients, vendors, sales and support staff, and executive management to ensure client satisfaction, timely implementation, and operational efficiency

Two Kings Tickets (New York, NY) 07/2006 — 12/2007 Director of Business Development / Partner • Authored business plan, launched, and grew corporate sales from $ 0 to $ 500,000 in first year • Created marketing plans and sales goals focused on acquisition of corporate concierge services and social clubs • Negotiated deal to acquire over $ 400,000 of inventory at a discounted rate, saving the company over $ 100,000 • Mentored partners on best practices of establishing business goals focusing on efficiency and revenue growth • Worked with VIP Desk to increase revenue from secondary ticket sales through increased focus on customer service • Designed and implemented a targeted direct marketing program to enhance and better focus sales initiatives • Managed sale of company and assets to investors

Non-Profit Program and Operations Coordinator — Duties & Responsibilities Lead through example with consistent work ethic, attitude, and professionalism, while executing various program administration functions, overseeing operations and ensuring both efficient organizational communications and processes Collaborate in all phases of strategic planning with other members of management team, including program mission, marketing and public relations, vendor and volunteer management, member services and systems implementation Demonstrate leadership with respect to program direction, fundraising strategies and project management Provide continuous assessment of key considerations, potential issues, and the utilization of available resources, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding effective donor recruitment and recognition strategies Perform needs - based and situational assessments of policies and procedures to evaluate program effectiveness, improve operational efficiency, manage and reduce costs, and promote both staff and member satisfaction Utilize talent among team members with focused training efforts, effective collaboration and the promotion of a performance - based work environment that leverages individual talents for group benefit Employ support staff to aid in effective marketing, relations, administration and program operations, delegating important tasks and assignments while providing timely follow - up to ensure task completion Facilitate the effective execution of all related administrative and financial aspects of non-profit management, while analyzing and presenting important information to executives, stakeholders and other relevant parties Ensure the organization and maintenance of relevant information in confidential, secure, and efficient manner as well as adherence to all stated laws, statutes, policies, procedures and guidelines with application in the non-profit arena Support the creation and implementation of organizational marketing and operations strategies while tracking performance versus internal and external benchmarks, focusing on both program growth as well as cost management Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of related products, services, techniques and relevanProgram and Operations Coordinator — Duties & Responsibilities Lead through example with consistent work ethic, attitude, and professionalism, while executing various program administration functions, overseeing operations and ensuring both efficient organizational communications and processes Collaborate in all phases of strategic planning with other members of management team, including program mission, marketing and public relations, vendor and volunteer management, member services and systems implementation Demonstrate leadership with respect to program direction, fundraising strategies and project management Provide continuous assessment of key considerations, potential issues, and the utilization of available resources, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding effective donor recruitment and recognition strategies Perform needs - based and situational assessments of policies and procedures to evaluate program effectiveness, improve operational efficiency, manage and reduce costs, and promote both staff and member satisfaction Utilize talent among team members with focused training efforts, effective collaboration and the promotion of a performance - based work environment that leverages individual talents for group benefit Employ support staff to aid in effective marketing, relations, administration and program operations, delegating important tasks and assignments while providing timely follow - up to ensure task completion Facilitate the effective execution of all related administrative and financial aspects of non-profit management, while analyzing and presenting important information to executives, stakeholders and other relevant parties Ensure the organization and maintenance of relevant information in confidential, secure, and efficient manner as well as adherence to all stated laws, statutes, policies, procedures and guidelines with application in the non-profit arena Support the creation and implementation of organizational marketing and operations strategies while tracking performance versus internal and external benchmarks, focusing on both program growth as well as cost management Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of related products, services, techniques and relevanprogram administration functions, overseeing operations and ensuring both efficient organizational communications and processes Collaborate in all phases of strategic planning with other members of management team, including program mission, marketing and public relations, vendor and volunteer management, member services and systems implementation Demonstrate leadership with respect to program direction, fundraising strategies and project management Provide continuous assessment of key considerations, potential issues, and the utilization of available resources, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding effective donor recruitment and recognition strategies Perform needs - based and situational assessments of policies and procedures to evaluate program effectiveness, improve operational efficiency, manage and reduce costs, and promote both staff and member satisfaction Utilize talent among team members with focused training efforts, effective collaboration and the promotion of a performance - based work environment that leverages individual talents for group benefit Employ support staff to aid in effective marketing, relations, administration and program operations, delegating important tasks and assignments while providing timely follow - up to ensure task completion Facilitate the effective execution of all related administrative and financial aspects of non-profit management, while analyzing and presenting important information to executives, stakeholders and other relevant parties Ensure the organization and maintenance of relevant information in confidential, secure, and efficient manner as well as adherence to all stated laws, statutes, policies, procedures and guidelines with application in the non-profit arena Support the creation and implementation of organizational marketing and operations strategies while tracking performance versus internal and external benchmarks, focusing on both program growth as well as cost management Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of related products, services, techniques and relevanprogram mission, marketing and public relations, vendor and volunteer management, member services and systems implementation Demonstrate leadership with respect to program direction, fundraising strategies and project management Provide continuous assessment of key considerations, potential issues, and the utilization of available resources, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding effective donor recruitment and recognition strategies Perform needs - based and situational assessments of policies and procedures to evaluate program effectiveness, improve operational efficiency, manage and reduce costs, and promote both staff and member satisfaction Utilize talent among team members with focused training efforts, effective collaboration and the promotion of a performance - based work environment that leverages individual talents for group benefit Employ support staff to aid in effective marketing, relations, administration and program operations, delegating important tasks and assignments while providing timely follow - up to ensure task completion Facilitate the effective execution of all related administrative and financial aspects of non-profit management, while analyzing and presenting important information to executives, stakeholders and other relevant parties Ensure the organization and maintenance of relevant information in confidential, secure, and efficient manner as well as adherence to all stated laws, statutes, policies, procedures and guidelines with application in the non-profit arena Support the creation and implementation of organizational marketing and operations strategies while tracking performance versus internal and external benchmarks, focusing on both program growth as well as cost management Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of related products, services, techniques and relevanprogram direction, fundraising strategies and project management Provide continuous assessment of key considerations, potential issues, and the utilization of available resources, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding effective donor recruitment and recognition strategies Perform needs - based and situational assessments of policies and procedures to evaluate program effectiveness, improve operational efficiency, manage and reduce costs, and promote both staff and member satisfaction Utilize talent among team members with focused training efforts, effective collaboration and the promotion of a performance - based work environment that leverages individual talents for group benefit Employ support staff to aid in effective marketing, relations, administration and program operations, delegating important tasks and assignments while providing timely follow - up to ensure task completion Facilitate the effective execution of all related administrative and financial aspects of non-profit management, while analyzing and presenting important information to executives, stakeholders and other relevant parties Ensure the organization and maintenance of relevant information in confidential, secure, and efficient manner as well as adherence to all stated laws, statutes, policies, procedures and guidelines with application in the non-profit arena Support the creation and implementation of organizational marketing and operations strategies while tracking performance versus internal and external benchmarks, focusing on both program growth as well as cost management Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of related products, services, techniques and relevanprogram effectiveness, improve operational efficiency, manage and reduce costs, and promote both staff and member satisfaction Utilize talent among team members with focused training efforts, effective collaboration and the promotion of a performance - based work environment that leverages individual talents for group benefit Employ support staff to aid in effective marketing, relations, administration and program operations, delegating important tasks and assignments while providing timely follow - up to ensure task completion Facilitate the effective execution of all related administrative and financial aspects of non-profit management, while analyzing and presenting important information to executives, stakeholders and other relevant parties Ensure the organization and maintenance of relevant information in confidential, secure, and efficient manner as well as adherence to all stated laws, statutes, policies, procedures and guidelines with application in the non-profit arena Support the creation and implementation of organizational marketing and operations strategies while tracking performance versus internal and external benchmarks, focusing on both program growth as well as cost management Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of related products, services, techniques and relevanprogram operations, delegating important tasks and assignments while providing timely follow - up to ensure task completion Facilitate the effective execution of all related administrative and financial aspects of non-profit management, while analyzing and presenting important information to executives, stakeholders and other relevant parties Ensure the organization and maintenance of relevant information in confidential, secure, and efficient manner as well as adherence to all stated laws, statutes, policies, procedures and guidelines with application in the non-profit arena Support the creation and implementation of organizational marketing and operations strategies while tracking performance versus internal and external benchmarks, focusing on both program growth as well as cost management Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of related products, services, techniques and relevanprogram growth as well as cost management Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of related products, services, techniques and relevant tools

Claims Management Duties & Responsibilities Utilize efficient workflow organization to improve departmental efficiencies while ensuring effective client response and diligent analysis of claims, with extensive experience in both commercial and personal lines Provide relevant administration and direction to multi-million dollar staff budgets, quality control, fraud investigations, and complex claims reviews, earning denial authority over high - level claims cases Identify and develop talent among team members with focused training efforts, performance reporting and analyses, and operational efficiency initiatives Deliver continuous assessment of work force, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding effective service strategies and techniques, loss liability monitoring, and claim litigation assistance Develop and implement the marketing and sales efforts of customer service team while tracking progress versus established internal and external benchmarks, providing disciplinary actions when necessary Construct customer service and claims team through effective staff hiring to aid in efficient operations and execution, delegating important tasks / assigments to line supervisors while providing branch - level guidance Aid in strategic planning and capital budgeting based on improving operating efficiency and reducing service - related production losses, collaborating effectively with senior - level management Maintain a strong working knowledge of important industry topics, company programs and policies, and overall regulatory environment, including state - level responsibility for process changes in casualty / PIP Address important client and staff queries, resolving them in an expedited manner Lead through example with consistent work ethic, attitude and professionalism

Team Lead — Sales Helpdesk / Inbound Team / E-Commerce Team (06/2007 — 03/2009) • Lead staff development program focused on sales and customer service best practices • Manage sales, customer service, and administrative staff engaged in helpdesk and e-commerce functions • Monitor customer queues in real time to determine and improve team efficiency • Manage team of employees taking part in an E-Commerce Customers on - boarding initiative • Skilled in industry software including CMS Supervisor, IEX Totalview, Siebel EBusiness Applications v. 8.0, Oracle E-Business Suite, Microsoft Office, and RightNow

Import / Export Compliance Management — Duties & Responsibilities Lead through example with consistent work ethic, attitude, and professionalism, while executing various operational, support and administrative functions and ensuring both efficient organizational communications and on - going process enhancements Develop and maintain all trade compliance policies and operations procedures, updating regularly according to regulatory enhancements initiated by the US government and other related agencies Provide continuous assessment of all execution and resource utilization tasks, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding process efficiency, delivery and receiving requirements and schedule adherence Perform needs - based and situational assessments of policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency, manage and reduce costs, promote both staff and client satisfaction, and ensure adherence to related quality control standards Utilize talent among team members with focused collaboration and the promotion of a performance - based work environment that leverages individual talents for group benefit Prepare complex licenses and agreements in support of all programs, including temporary / permanent export licenses (DSP 5, 6, 61, 73 and 74), foreign employment licenses, technical assistance agreements and amendments, warehouse distribution agreements and other functions Ensure adherence to all Bureau of Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (BATFE) compliance, including submission of permits (ATF 2, 3, 5, 6 and 9), USG and foreign transfers / variances, record - keeping requirements, destructive device movement and shipping requirements Address key client, personnel, and management queries and resolve them in an expedited manner, promoting sustained operational growth through business retention and the leveraging of available resources Oversee critical functions related to technical data transfers and data management, foreign travel and foreign visitor requests Educate, supervise and lead staff in the execution of all related functions, including the execution of audits and briefings Maintain a strong working knowledge of products, services, techniques and relevant tools, while committing to continued advanced technical education with respect to complex concepts and studies as related to position function Act as a liaison between clients, vendors, support staff and other management partners to facilitate information flow

Property Management — Duties & Responsibilities Coordinate regular maintenance and repairs as well as emergency resolution through the efficient management of maintenance team and general / sub-contractors, also participating in restoration and renovation projects to ensure timely completion within designated budgets Develop annual property budget and monitor with monthly variance reports, preparing financial statements and various regular and ad - hoc reports on property status, including occupancy rates and lease expirations Provide relevant oversight and administration to tenant build - outs, utility service termination and transfer, supply purchasing, and building consolidation processes Support firm management to aid in effective customer service, maintenance, and general property operations, delegating important tasks and assignments while overseeing all critical management aspects Organize, manage, and execute all aspects of the lease process, facilitating the ease of operational aspects as well as price / term negotiations, rental agreement reviews, rent collection, impounds, and tenant eviction as necessary Generate increased revenue through tenant referrals as well as consistent lease renewals through effective service and timely issue resolution Identify and develop talent among hired staff and property personnel, utilizing focused training efforts within a performance - based work environment designed to utilize the critical strengths of assistants, supervisors, and techs Provide continuous assessment of property usage and needs, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding effective preventative maintenance programs, renovation considerations, and cost reduction / control measures Maintain a strong working knowledge of the leasing property, respective marketplace, and general economic trends Act as a liaison between clients, vendors, sales personnel, support staff, and senior management to facilitate information flow and drive operational efficiency

In addition to fostering relationships with families and the community, leaders play a key role in creating a positive atmosphere inside the program, which can minimize teacher turnover, increase program efficiency, and allow teachers to focus on the children.50

Computer - based training programs targeting attention focusing and control has proven to enhance efficiency of the brain attention system in young children as well as reasoning capacities.14 It has also been shown that classroom curricula that emphasize regulation and executive functions skills, such as Tools of the Mind, 17 improves children's cognitive control.18 But home environment is also important.