Sentences with phrase «quality programs remain»

Yet gaps in access to high - quality programs remain.

Not exact matches

These actions include successfully driving our ongoing quality remediation program, restoring supply, and scaling up the commercial launch of compelling new technologies, all of which remain on track.»

By remaining focused on delivering best - in - class service, quality menus and experiences, Hood is confident of the food and beverage program's continued role in Atlific's success.

While IQ remains reasonably set by age eight, Tough points out that children enrolled in «a high - quality, two - year pre-kindergarten program» performed better in the long run.

«Jumpstart is an initial launching pad based on the quality of the candidate and the viability of the district in races where off - year progress is critical to success, while Red to Blue remains a program candidates earn by hitting specific metrics for their campaigns,» Ward wrote in the memo.

Through a combination of a variety of information gathering activities and Committee deliberations, the Committee has concluded that the nation's need for these scientists remains strong and that the NRSA program, while small compared to the many other sources of doctoral and postdoctoral support, is enormously powerful in terms of its ability to change research emphases and to attract the highest quality individuals to research careers in the basic biomedical, behavioral and clinical sciences.

But here comes the report's kicker: «However, the EPA lacks quality assurance information for the Range Resources» sampling program, and questions remain about the contamination.»

It remains possible that the regulation - heavy approach they prefer will lead over time to quality improvements among private schools that decide to participate in choice programs.

And special education vouchers even improve the quality of services for the disabled students who remain in public schools because those schools risk losing students to the voucher program if they do not serve the students well.

Perhaps the marketplace forces of «creative destruction» will eventually take hold and the weakest schools will disappear, allowing the remaining ones sufficient enrollment to ensure their financial sustainability and a higher level of program quality.

US Childcare System Makes «Having It All» All the More Difficult Huffington Post, July 18, 2012 «While the question of whether anyone can «have it all» remains open for discussion, it is clear that our haphazard childcare system, with its inconsistent monitoring and paucity of reliable information on the quality of individual programs, makes striking this balance all the more difficult for parents with young children,» writes Todd Grindal, a doctoral candidate at the Harvard Graduate School of Education.

With only two out of 10 prekindergarten programs being considered «high quality,» Professor Nonie Lesaux noted how many districts are eager to expand early education and yet there remains a vast need for improvement.

Unfortunately, high - quality summer enrichment programs remain out of reach for many low - income, high - achieving youth who can not afford the tuition and related costs of residential programs or whose local community does not offer a program specifically geared toward such students.

Nevertheless, the near - consensus of high - quality research indicates that these choice programs improve student outcomes for both participating students and — through increased choice and competition — for students who remain in their assigned district schools.

Grow - your - own programs could be delivered in rural areas using distance - learning options provided by higher education institutions and district - provided coaching and mentoring — giving prospective teachers greater access to high - quality training while remaining in their local community.

In order to maintain and enhance program quality it is critical that faculty members remain current in their area of expertise.

Despite different findings on kindergarten's long - term effect on student achievement or how full - day programs differ from half - day in terms of quality and instruction, the issue remains that the amount of instructional time kindergarteners receive varies considerably from state to state, and district to district.

«California teacher preparation programs are assessed using a wide array of measures of program quality,» he continued, adding that the Commission is «committed to remaining a nationwide leader in educator preparation in order to ensure California students have a well - prepared and exceptionally qualified educator workforce.»

Despite reporting positive improvements as a result of receiving special funding, three Kern County high schools were denied state approval last week to remain in the Quality Education Investment Act program because they did not meet their academic growth targets.

We remain committed to ensuring every child has access to a quality school of their parents» choice and will continue to stand alongside elected officials, Democratic or Republican, who support and protect our school choice programs.»

A growing research base shows that high - quality pre-k programs have both short - and long - term benefits for students, but bringing those programs to scale remains challenging due to long - standing questions over funding and teacher quality.

There is no question that much remains to be done to ensure that all our young people have the opportunity to participate in high quality afterschool programming that expands their learning experiences and helps them succeed in school and life.

While there remains much disagreement over the Bard controversy, there seems little argument that the program's goal of bringing high - quality teachers to an underserved part of the Central Valley is a valuable one.

Previously designated a «Model» program under SAMHSA's former NREPP system, Skills for Adolescence remains on the NREPP list as an evidence - based prevention program, rated for Quality of Research and Readiness for Dissemination.

The district has remained committed to providing quality educational programs for students despite the decline in state -LSB-...]

While the impact of these statistics has yet to be fully documented, the fact remains that Connecticut's charter schools are simply not in a position to claim that the quality of their education programs are substantially better than the education in the public schools.

Importantly, the Veterans Choice Program will remain funded while a streamlined community care program is established, because no veteran should be without access to qualitProgram will remain funded while a streamlined community care program is established, because no veteran should be without access to qualitprogram is established, because no veteran should be without access to quality care.

Flip through our complete summary of the high - quality empirical research conducted on school choice programs to date, including evidence based on students» test scores (of those using programs and those who remain in public schools), long - term educational attainment, integration / segregation, fiscal effects and students» civic values.

Organizers introduced these programs and packages to reassure exhibitors that the upcoming event is on track to deliver high - quality buyers and that it remains the best place to connect with the industry.

This, the commenter suggests, will affect default rates and debt - to - earnings measurements, even if program quality and outcomes remain constant.

Thanks to the support of donors who share our same vision, the program remains a national leader in advancing the quality of life of animals in shelters.

The FVHA remains focused on saving lives, providing the highest quality programs and services and offering life changing opportunities for pets and people.

Each school is regularly evaluated by the Council on Education and must maintain the quality of its program to remain accredited.

Transitioning from a 5 - year to a 4 - year BFA program, while remaining committed to providing the high quality education for which CIA is known.

Times Square has always been a place of risk, innovation and creativity, and the Arts Program ensures these qualities remain central to the district's unique identity.

In our program Hatje Cantz and I as the publisher are committed to this motto more than ever - with our accustomed high quality we remain faithful to the standards set by Gerd Hatje: premium books that are produced in close collaboration with artists and curators.

While strength of a radio signal remains important, it pales in comparison to the quality of programming.

BRDI's estimate assumes that the total area allocated to USDA's Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) remains constant at about 33 million acres but allows about 3 million acres of the CRP land on high - quality soils in the Midwest to be offset by new CRP additions in other regions.

I'm a former long - haul truck driver, certified driving instructor, have graduated from several advanced driver training courses, co-created the Worlds most popular free online CDL training program, and have taken the below courses every year for the past 4 years, just to make sure they remain the highest quality courses available (and those aren't the only courses I take!).

Enhanced hospital revenue by coaching clients to remain motivated and committed to their recovery programs ultimately increasing the quality and duration of their therapies

Information Technology Technician — Duties & Responsibilities Proficient in IT services including network design and administration, software, hardware, and troubleshooting Utilize interpersonal and technical skills to provide exceptional team and customer service Train clients and team members in software and hardware operation and maintenance Pursue continued professional development in the field of information technology Proven ability to remain calm and effective in high pressure, ever changing situations Responsible for Abrams tanks and support systems during two tours of active duty in Iraq Lead the strategic planning and quality control operations for the Unit Maintenance Program Responsible for the maintenance and proper operation of 72 US and Coalition vehicles with 97.5 % readiness Train and direct technicians ensuring they understand the mission and adhere to company policies and procedures Serve as machinist responsible for solar panel and light housing design, fabrication, repair, and service Develop high - level skills with AutoCAD, EDM, mill, lathe, CNC machine, and other design tools Perform all duties with positivity, professionalism, and integrity Consistently recognized for excellence in team leadership, customer service, and technical skills

High - quality early childhood care and education programs equitably serving children of all backgrounds who live in poverty remain an enormous, immediate need in our country.

This helps scholars to remain in high - quality academic programs and helps parents to stabilize their household.

Previously designated a «Model» program under SAMHSA's former NREPP system, Skills for Adolescence remains on the NREPP list as an evidence - based prevention program, rated for Quality of Research and Readiness for Dissemination.

Despite evidence of the positive impact of high - quality early childhood education for all children, it remains out of reach for most low - and moderate - income families.15 The average price of center - based care in the United States accounts for nearly 30 percent of the median family income, and only 10 percent of child care programs are considered high quality.16 Publicly funded programs — such as Head Start, Early Head Start, child care, and state pre-K programs — are primarily targeted at low - income families, but limited funding for these programs severely hinders access.17 This lack of access to high - quality early childhood education perpetuates the achievement gap, evidenced by the fact that only 48 percent of low - income children are ready for kindergarten, compared with 75 percent of moderate - or high - income children.18

Together, federal and state public funding programs are critical — and promise to remain so in the future — to ensuring that the millions of people who rely on safety - net family planning providers are able to obtain timely, high - quality care.

High - quality early childhood programs — including both child care and preschool programs — are critical for workers with young children who hope to remain in the workforce.

«The Realtors ® acknowledged through the Good Neighbor Awards program have graciously sacrificed personal time, money and effort to help improve the quality of life for others,» said National Association of Realtors ® President Ron Phipps, broker - president of Phipps Realty in Warwick, R.I. «Despite tough economic times these five winners have remained devoted to helping others whether in their own neighborhood or across the globe.