Sentences with phrase «performed in prior years»

By the time he met his students, he already knew how they had performed in prior years, whether there were any trends in that performance and where their behavior fit in.

This means state accountability systems must also be aligned to individual teacher's classroom goals: Help all students meet proficient or higher performance; help all students make significant progress from wherever they were performing in the prior year; and pay laser - like attention to ensuring struggling students are on track to reach proficiency.

Not exact matches

+ Rebalancing annually into the best performing asset class in the prior year, I come up with an annualized return from 2007 - 2015 of -3.14 %.

The length of the national anthem has typically been under two minutes; however, a two minute and 35 second rendition from Alicia Keys in the year prior coupled with the first ever opera singer performing led sportsbooks to set the over / under for length at two minutes, 25 seconds.

Several years prior to this, Gdalevich et al (29) performed a meta - analysis of prospective studies between January 1966 and May 2000 on the association between exclusive breast - feeding in the first 3 months after birth and the onset of atopic dermatitis in childhood and concluded that breast - feeding was protective against incident atopic dermatitis in childhood.

Officials blamed changes in student populations in the years prior to closure announcements on the fact that high - performing students tend not to choose to enroll in struggling schools.

We reasoned that contamination from XMRV - infected LNCaP cells was more likely given that the laboratory at the Cleveland Clinic performing the nucleic acid extractions in 2004 was simultaneously working with LNCaP and had only worked with 22Rv1 more than 2 years prior.

Sir Michael Barber, an international education expert who served in multiple senior - level positions in the United Kingdom's government prior to his work at McKinsey and Pearson, was commissioned by the Massachusetts Business Alliance for Education (MBAE) to develop a plan that would enable Massachusetts to have the best - performing school system in the world in 20 years.

That dedication was solidified in the three years prior to coming to the Ed School when Kelly taught in one of the lowest - performing schools in St. Louis.

By the late 1990s, long - term NAEP scores for 13 - year - olds indicated that low - performing students were better prepared upon entering high school to meet the standards that had been introduced in prior years.

Each year, districts and schools were rated based on whether their elementary school kids performed better than the prior year's students in math and English.

SB 2 proposes a voucher program for children who live in the catchment of a low - performing school and have attended public school for one semester and for children who have received an ESA the prior year.

The entity has a credible and specific plan for dramatically improving student achievement in a low - performing school and provides evidence that the entity, or a contractual affiliate of such an entity, is either currently operating a school or schools in this State that provide students a sound, basic education or demonstrating consistent and substantial growth toward providing students a sound, basic education in the prior three school years.

The report released in December by A + Denver said nearly a third of schools awarded School Improvement Grants during the first three years of the program are performing worse than prior to receiving the federal money.

The letter grade is based 80 percent on the school's achievement score (which uses various data including student performance on end - of - grade and end - of - course standardized test scores) and 20 percent on students» academic growth (a measure of students» performance in relation to their expected performance based on the prior year's test results), resulting in a grade of A, B, C, D, or F. «Low - performing districts» are those with over 50 percent of their schools identified as low - performing.

Prior to SCPCSD, Hunter was a high school math teacher at an international school in Buenos Aires, Argentina and then worked for a number of years in Tennessee to launch 16 high - performing public charter schools in Memphis and Nashville.

Ararat and Valley View are high performing schools that pushed their students even higher, but the other 6 schools bottommed out on performance in prior years and are now showing growth from that low - point.

Prior to becoming an agent Barbara spent nine years in college textbook publishing, first as a development editor and finally as a Senior Editor for the Fine and Performing Arts.

Such statements reflect the current views of Barnes & Noble with respect to future events, the outcome of which is subject to certain risks, including, among others, the general economic environment and consumer spending patterns, decreased consumer demand for Barnes & Noble's products, low growth or declining sales and net income due to various factors, possible disruptions in Barnes & Noble's computer systems, telephone systems or supply chain, possible risks associated with data privacy, information security and intellectual property, possible work stoppages or increases in labor costs, possible increases in shipping rates or interruptions in shipping service, effects of competition, possible risks that inventory in channels of distribution may be larger than able to be sold, possible risks associated with changes in the strategic direction of the device business, including possible reduction in sales of content, accessories and other merchandise and other adverse financial impacts, possible risk that component parts will be rendered obsolete or otherwise not be able to be effectively utilized in devices to be sold, possible risk that financial and operational forecasts and projections are not achieved, possible risk that returns from consumers or channels of distribution may be greater than estimated, the risk that digital sales growth is less than expectations and the risk that it does not exceed the rate of investment spend, higher - than - anticipated store closing or relocation costs, higher interest rates, the performance of Barnes & Noble's online, digital and other initiatives, the success of Barnes & Noble's strategic investments, unanticipated increases in merchandise, component or occupancy costs, unanticipated adverse litigation results or effects, product and component shortages, the potential adverse impact on the Company's businesses resulting from the Company's prior reviews of strategic alternatives and the potential separation of the Company's businesses, the risk that the transactions with Microsoft and Pearson do not achieve the expected benefits for the parties or impose costs on the Company in excess of what the Company anticipates, including the risk that NOOK Media's applications are not commercially successful or that the expected distribution of those applications is not achieved, risks associated with the international expansion contemplated by the relationship with Microsoft, including that it is not successful or is delayed, the risk that NOOK Media is not able to perform its obligations under the Microsoft and Pearson commercial agreements and the consequences thereof, risks associated with the restatement contained in, the delayed filing of, and the material weakness in internal controls described in Barnes & Noble's Annual Report on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended April 27, 2013, risks associated with the SEC investigation disclosed in the quarterly report on Form 10 - Q for the fiscal quarter ended October 26, 2013, risks associated with the ongoing efforts to rationalize the NOOK business and the expected costs and benefits of such efforts and associated risks and other factors which may be outside of Barnes & Noble's control, including those factors discussed in detail in Item 1A, «Risk Factors,» in Barnes & Noble's Annual Report on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended April 27, 2013, and in Barnes & Noble's other filings made hereafter from time to time with the SEC.

Such statements reflect the current views of Barnes & Noble with respect to future events, the outcome of which is subject to certain risks, including, among others, the effect of the proposed separation of NOOK Media, the general economic environment and consumer spending patterns, decreased consumer demand for Barnes & Noble's products, low growth or declining sales and net income due to various factors, possible disruptions in Barnes & Noble's computer systems, telephone systems or supply chain, possible risks associated with data privacy, information security and intellectual property, possible work stoppages or increases in labor costs, possible increases in shipping rates or interruptions in shipping service, effects of competition, possible risks that inventory in channels of distribution may be larger than able to be sold, possible risks associated with changes in the strategic direction of the device business, including possible reduction in sales of content, accessories and other merchandise and other adverse financial impacts, possible risk that component parts will be rendered obsolete or otherwise not be able to be effectively utilized in devices to be sold, possible risk that financial and operational forecasts and projections are not achieved, possible risk that returns from consumers or channels of distribution may be greater than estimated, the risk that digital sales growth is less than expectations and the risk that it does not exceed the rate of investment spend, higher - than - anticipated store closing or relocation costs, higher interest rates, the performance of Barnes & Noble's online, digital and other initiatives, the success of Barnes & Noble's strategic investments, unanticipated increases in merchandise, component or occupancy costs, unanticipated adverse litigation results or effects, product and component shortages, risks associated with the commercial agreement with Samsung, the potential adverse impact on the Company's businesses resulting from the Company's prior reviews of strategic alternatives and the potential separation of the Company's businesses (including with respect to the timing of the completion thereof), the risk that the transactions with Pearson and Samsung do not achieve the expected benefits for the parties or impose costs on the Company in excess of what the Company anticipates, including the risk that NOOK Media's applications are not commercially successful or that the expected distribution of those applications is not achieved, risks associated with the international expansion previously undertaken, including any risks associated with a reduction of international operations following termination of the Microsoft commercial agreement, the risk that NOOK Media is not able to perform its obligations under the Pearson and Samsung commercial agreements and the consequences thereof, the risks associated with the termination of Microsoft commercial agreement, including potential customer losses, risks associated with the restatement contained in, the delayed filing of, and the material weakness in internal controls described in Barnes & Noble's Annual Report on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended April 27, 2013, risks associated with the SEC investigation disclosed in the quarterly report on Form 10 - Q for the fiscal quarter ended October 26, 2013, risks associated with the ongoing efforts to rationalize the NOOK business and the expected costs and benefits of such efforts and associated risks and other factors which may be outside of Barnes & Noble's control, including those factors discussed in detail in Item 1A, «Risk Factors,» in Barnes & Noble's Annual Report on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended May 3, 2014, and in Barnes & Noble's other filings made hereafter from time to time with the SEC.

Though PRNHX ranked in the top quartile of all small - cap stock funds for the past two years, the fund's performance prior to 2010 does not provide much insight as to how Ellenbogen will perform in the future.

* has spent a number of years studying and learning about their breed * is active in one or more breed clubs or similar groups and thus is in regular contact with other people in the breed * knows their breeding stock inside and out for several generations back * has an «eye for a dog» and has developed a detailed picture of the type of dog they're breeding toward * almost always compete in some in some sort of activity with their dogs (conformation, working activities, obedience etc.) so as to have a realistic idea of how their dogs compare to others of the same the breed * is knowledgable about the hereditary problems that occur in their breed and has the appropriate tests done prior to breeding in order to decrease the likelihood of their occurance in their pups * considers temperament important * is knowledgable about the mating and whelping of dogs in general, so as to minimize the chances of injury or death to the breeding dogs * is extremely concerned with the quality of the homes that their puppies are destinied for, to the point of not performing a breeding if they don't feel good homes will be available for the pups * never has more dogs of their own than they are properly able to care for * is willing and able to educate and build a relationship with their puppy buyers * is honest * uses spay / neuter contracts and / or limited registration to prevent the casual breeding of their puppies * is ALWAYS willing to take back a dog of their breeding if a puppy buyer can not keep it for any reason.

On the financial stewardship front, our investment portfolio has continued to perform well against industry benchmarks, however overall our portfolio is down as the markets have not performed as strongly as in prior years.

Prior to her yoga career, she performed professionally in Broadway shows (Cats, Miss Saigon, Beauty and Beast and The Hunchback of Notre Dame) for several years in Germany.

Prior to her yoga career, she performed professionally in Broadway shows (Cats, Miss Saigon, Beauty and Beast and The Hunchback of Notre Dame) for six years in Germany.

SUMMARY: Analytic - thinker with 6 + years» experience in verifying test requisitions and handling patient identification duties, prior to obtaining blood samples by performing venipunctures and using finger - sticks.

Successfully complete a NJ state - approved dental radiography course or its equivalent more than 5 years prior to application and pass the national DANB Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) exam within the five years prior to application, and document competent work experience in performing dental radiography procedures within 5 years prior to application (Note: it is illegal to obtain this work experience in New Jersey without the permission of the NJ Bureau of X-Ray Compliance.)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Take and prioritize service orders and handle each order in an efficient and timely manner Examine and diagnose problems with air conditioning and heating units for single family homes and perform any necessary maintenance or repairs Interact on a regular basis with Leasing Agents, Maintenance Manager, Portfolio Manager and residents Repair and replace any kitchen appliances that are property of Tricon; to include refrigerators, stoves, washers, dryers, dishwashers and microwaves Perform minor to moderate - level plumbing repairs, to include; toilets, sinks and bathtubs Repair and replace light fixtures, switches, outlets and perform other minor electrical work Repair locks and make other miscellaneous repairs on assigned properties Paint properties Prepare recently vacated properties for new tenants Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: Prior Maintenance experience required Prior customer service experience required Excellent verbal and written communication skills required Ability to work well using mobile office electronic tools and have basic accounting and math skills Knowledge of Yardi preferred Skilled in heating and air conditioning unit repair and maintenance Skilled in repair and maintenance of household appliances, plumbing, and lighting fixtures Ability to work on - call and overtime hours as needed REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or GED 2 - 4 years of prior multi / single family experience Must have professional communication skills, both verbal and written Must be able to work in environmentally and physically challenging working conditions Must be able to lift objects weighing 50 lbs or more regularly Licensed driver with insured vehicle Have own hanperform any necessary maintenance or repairs Interact on a regular basis with Leasing Agents, Maintenance Manager, Portfolio Manager and residents Repair and replace any kitchen appliances that are property of Tricon; to include refrigerators, stoves, washers, dryers, dishwashers and microwaves Perform minor to moderate - level plumbing repairs, to include; toilets, sinks and bathtubs Repair and replace light fixtures, switches, outlets and perform other minor electrical work Repair locks and make other miscellaneous repairs on assigned properties Paint properties Prepare recently vacated properties for new tenants Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: Prior Maintenance experience required Prior customer service experience required Excellent verbal and written communication skills required Ability to work well using mobile office electronic tools and have basic accounting and math skills Knowledge of Yardi preferred Skilled in heating and air conditioning unit repair and maintenance Skilled in repair and maintenance of household appliances, plumbing, and lighting fixtures Ability to work on - call and overtime hours as needed REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or GED 2 - 4 years of prior multi / single family experience Must have professional communication skills, both verbal and written Must be able to work in environmentally and physically challenging working conditions Must be able to lift objects weighing 50 lbs or more regularly Licensed driver with insured vehicle Have own hanPerform minor to moderate - level plumbing repairs, to include; toilets, sinks and bathtubs Repair and replace light fixtures, switches, outlets and perform other minor electrical work Repair locks and make other miscellaneous repairs on assigned properties Paint properties Prepare recently vacated properties for new tenants Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: Prior Maintenance experience required Prior customer service experience required Excellent verbal and written communication skills required Ability to work well using mobile office electronic tools and have basic accounting and math skills Knowledge of Yardi preferred Skilled in heating and air conditioning unit repair and maintenance Skilled in repair and maintenance of household appliances, plumbing, and lighting fixtures Ability to work on - call and overtime hours as needed REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or GED 2 - 4 years of prior multi / single family experience Must have professional communication skills, both verbal and written Must be able to work in environmentally and physically challenging working conditions Must be able to lift objects weighing 50 lbs or more regularly Licensed driver with insured vehicle Have own hanperform other minor electrical work Repair locks and make other miscellaneous repairs on assigned properties Paint properties Prepare recently vacated properties for new tenants Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: Prior Maintenance experience required Prior customer service experience required Excellent verbal and written communication skills required Ability to work well using mobile office electronic tools and have basic accounting and math skills Knowledge of Yardi preferred Skilled in heating and air conditioning unit repair and maintenance Skilled in repair and maintenance of household appliances, plumbing, and lighting fixtures Ability to work on - call and overtime hours as needed REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or GED 2 - 4 years of prior multi / single family experience Must have professional communication skills, both verbal and written Must be able to work in environmentally and physically challenging working conditions Must be able to lift objects weighing 50 lbs or more regularly Licensed driver with insured vehicle Have own hanPerform other miscellaneous duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: Prior Maintenance experience required Prior customer service experience required Excellent verbal and written communication skills required Ability to work well using mobile office electronic tools and have basic accounting and math skills Knowledge of Yardi preferred Skilled in heating and air conditioning unit repair and maintenance Skilled in repair and maintenance of household appliances, plumbing, and lighting fixtures Ability to work on - call and overtime hours as needed REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or GED 2 - 4 years of prior multi / single family experience Must have professional communication skills, both verbal and written Must be able to work in environmentally and physically challenging working conditions Must be able to lift objects weighing 50 lbs or more regularly Licensed driver with insured vehicle Have own hand Prior Maintenance experience required Prior customer service experience required Excellent verbal and written communication skills required Ability to work well using mobile office electronic tools and have basic accounting and math skills Knowledge of Yardi preferred Skilled in heating and air conditioning unit repair and maintenance Skilled in repair and maintenance of household appliances, plumbing, and lighting fixtures Ability to work on - call and overtime hours as needed REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or GED 2 - 4 years of prior multi / single family experience Must have professional communication skills, both verbal and written Must be able to work in environmentally and physically challenging working conditions Must be able to lift objects weighing 50 lbs or more regularly Licensed driver with insured vehicle Have own hand Prior customer service experience required Excellent verbal and written communication skills required Ability to work well using mobile office electronic tools and have basic accounting and math skills Knowledge of Yardi preferred Skilled in heating and air conditioning unit repair and maintenance Skilled in repair and maintenance of household appliances, plumbing, and lighting fixtures Ability to work on - call and overtime hours as needed REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or GED 2 - 4 years of prior multi / single family experience Must have professional communication skills, both verbal and written Must be able to work in environmentally and physically challenging working conditions Must be able to lift objects weighing 50 lbs or more regularly Licensed driver with insured vehicle Have own hand prior multi / single family experience Must have professional communication skills, both verbal and written Must be able to work in environmentally and physically challenging working conditions Must be able to lift objects weighing 50 lbs or more regularly Licensed driver with insured vehicle Have own hand tools

* Analyze, evaluate and work to resolve customer inquiries and issues * Interact with customers in a courteous and professional manner * Effectively communicate issues and resolutions to customers and appropriate internal staff * Use judgment and problem - solving skills to solve customer problems * Use multiple screens of information simultaneously to address customer needs * Follow processes according to contact center standards to ensure contact handling accuracy and operational effectiveness * Use technology tools as directed and within established guidelines * Adhere to precise work schedules, taking continuous phone calls for extended periods of time * Answer prior authorization inquiries calls as well as research and resolve formulary and benefit issues * Consistently meet established productivity, schedule adherence, and quality standards * Performs other duties as assigned by management Education / Experience: * High School Diploma or equivalent * Minimum one (1) year current / recent Pharmacy Technician experience in healthcare setting * PTCB Pharmacy Certification required or ability to obtain within six - months of employment

Examination Techniques: Even if the taxpayer performs no services for a business currently, the examiner should inquire about involvement in prior years and review the returns to see if income or losses were treated as non-passive.