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4 days ago
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More than 200 Students, Families and Providers Advocate for Increased State Funding for Quality Afterschool Programs at State Capitol
HARRISBURG, Pa., June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 100 students joined educators, program professionals, community leaders and legislators to share their support for quality afterschool programs at 2025 Afterschool Advocacy Day, June 4, at the Pennsylvania State Capitol. Read the full release and watch the event: Speakers thanked the General Assembly for passing the $11.5 million Building Opportunity Through Out-of-School Time (BOOST) legislation last year and supported Governor Shapiro's proposed $10 million increase for the 2025–2026 fiscal year. Speakers included: Senator Lynda Schlegel Culver (R-27) Senator Christine M. Tartaglione (D-2) Representative Elizabeth Fiedler (D-184) Representative Doyle Heffley (R-122) Nathan Brant, CEO, The Pennsylvania State Alliance of YMCAs, Harrisburg Youth Speaker, Vicky D., Afterschool Impact Award Winner for Outstanding Youth, The Academy at Palumbo, Philadelphia Youth Speaker, Cameron Jones, Youth Enrichment Services, Pittsburgh Ty'wann Martin, Youth Enrichment Services, Pittsburgh Ralph Rodriquez, Director and CEO, All You Can Leadership Academy, Harrisburg Steven Shuleski, Principal, Steelton-Highspire Jr./Sr. High School, Harrisburg Governor Shapiro's proclamation of June 4 as Afterschool Advocacy Day "encourage[s] all Pennsylvanians to support the efforts of afterschool programs in the development of our Commonwealth's children." "It is now more important than ever to support our students during the out-of-school time or summer months," stated Contrell Armor, PSAYDN director. "High quality out-of-school time programs offer transformative learning experiences for students and give parents peace of mind." "[Afterschool] programs help bridge opportunity gaps and offer consistency that all students deserve," stated Senator Culver. "As chair of the Senate Education Committee, I am focused on making sure every student is ready not just for graduation, but for a future in today's economy." Senator Tartaglione stated, "Let's make sure every child, no matter what zip code they live in, has access to safe, enriching spaces after school." Vicky D. shared, "This program has provided me with a community of mentors, lifelong friends, and countless opportunities to expand beyond my comfort zone as a scholar, athlete and advocate for my community." PSAYDN at Center for Schools and Communities supports and advocates for sustainable, high-quality afterschool programs by uniting decision-makers committed to improve outcomes for youth, families and communities. With 3,000 members, 6,000+ recognized OST providers, and 100+ partners across Pennsylvania, PSAYDN strengthens afterschool at the national, state and regional levels. Contact: Kelly Swanson, 717-992-5964, kswanson@ View original content: SOURCE Pennsylvania Statewide Afterschool/Youth Development Network Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Mini-Park Village opens as educational and career-focused space for kids
SOUTH FORK, Pa. (WTAJ) — A new Mini-Park Village that will educate children and help them explore careers is now open in South Fork. The South Fork Public Library, in partnership with the Forest Hills School District, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday to celebrate the opening. 'I'm just so excited to see it come alive again, because this park has sat here empty probably for 10 or 15 years, and it's such a beautiful location. And I told someone that the ironic part of this is that my father designed this park and was part of it being built in the 1970s,' Stacey Lewis, South Fork Library Treasurer, said. The Mini-Park Village is a dynamic educational and career-focused space that was made possible through the 'Building Opportunities Out-of-School Time' (BOOST) Grant awarded to both the School District and the town of South Fork. VA Medical Center celebrates women veterans with ceremony According to the library, the park offers hands-on learning experiences that promote career exploration, civic engagement, and real-world application of academic skills. 'I'm a former kindergarten and first-grade teacher, so I know the importance of dramatic play for children. That's how children learn and that's how they develop skills. So in each of the centers, there is a developmental skill, like maybe colors or shapes, and just hands-on activities for children to learn,' Lewis said. Educators, community leaders, and local government also supported this effort. 'So what this mini park is designed to do is really to start planting the seed in our youngest students that, you know, we can start thinking about our careers at a very young age, and there's boundless opportunities. And then in school, we learn what skills they need in order to develop the skills for those careers,' Robert Dill, Assistant Superintendent for Forest Hills School District said. In the winter, the toys and equipment will be moved, and the park will be flooded to create an ice skating rink. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
New Educational and Career Space announced in Cambria County
SOUTH FORK, Pa. (WTAJ) — In partnership with the South Fork Public Library, the Forest Hills School District announced Wednesday the grand opening of a new educational and career-focused space. Mini-Park Village will offer students experience with career exploration, civic engagement, and academic skills that they can apply to the real world. The goal of the space is to build community while also shaping future career paths. The space was made possible through collaboration with educators, community leaders, and the local government, with state-level funding through the Building Opportunities for Out-of-School Time (BOOST) grant. 'The opening of Mini-Village Park represents more than just a new community space – it reflects our shared commitment to building neighborhoods where families can gather, children can play safely, and everyone feels a sense of belonging. This park is a symbol of progress, partnership, and pride in our community,' Stacey Lewis, Treasurer at South Fork Library, said. Residents and families are invited to join the ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, June 11, at Noon at the South Fork Library located at 320 Main Street, South Fork, PA. The ceremony will include speeches from local community leaders, students, and project partners, and will also include tours of the facility. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Business
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Knorr-Bremse secures rail contracts in China
Germany-based Knorr-Bremse has signed rail contracts with China Railway Rolling Stock Corporation (CRRC) to supply braking systems for metro projects in several cities. Knorr-Bremse will provide complete braking systems to 1,000 metro railcars across at least five cities. These systems include electropneumatic brake control systems, bogie equipment, and actuators for metro fleets in Guangzhou, Fuzhou, Wuhan, Shenzhen, and Ningbo. The total order volume for these contracts is estimated to be around €50 million, covering approximately 150 trains over several years. Knorr-Bremse is also looking at export opportunities from China. The company has recently been awarded contracts to supply braking systems for more than 100 CRRC locomotives destined for Kazakhstan. These systems are being customised and produced at Knorr-Bremse's facilities in Suzhou and its joint venture with CRRC in Nankou, Beijing. Knorr-Bremse executive board member Dr Nicolas Lange said: 'Knorr-Bremse has been a highly reliable partner to the Chinese rail industry for over 30 years. 'Our latest successes reflect our profound understanding of the needs of our customers in China. These new projects in the metro rail segment show that even in challenging times, we can benefit from the dynamic development of China's rail industry.' Knorr-Bremse is providing braking systems for new light rail vehicles (LRVs) intended for export to Astana, Kazakhstan, and Belo Horizonte, Brazil. In 2023, Knorr-Bremse received an order from CRRC to install braking systems on 36 trains with 288 railcars for Chengdu's Line 13, which connects Tianfu International Airport and other locations at speeds of up to 140km/h. Additionally, the company is enhancing its global operations through its strategic programme, BOOST, which includes upgrading its primary manufacturing plants in Suzhou and Palwal, India. In March this year, Hitachi Rail enlisted Knorr-Bremse for the supply of system technologies for a fleet of up to 30 metro trains for Rome. These trains will feature Knorr-Bremse's braking, coupling, and entrance systems. "Knorr-Bremse secures rail contracts in China" was originally created and published by Railway Technology, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
Associated Press
02-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Designed By Experts: BOOST® Advanced Nutritional Shake Supports the Nutritional Needs of Adults on a GLP-1 Weight Loss Journey
New Ready-to-Drink Shake Features Key Nutrients to Support Lean Muscle, Digestive Health and Help Promote Energy Metabolism BRIDGEWATER, N.J., June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The BOOST® Nutritional Drink brand unveiled today its new BOOST® Advanced Nutritional Shake designed to support nutritional needs during a weight management journey for adults who are on GLP-1s^, dieting or exercising. Each serving provides 35g of high-quality protein to support muscle health*, 4g of prebiotic fiber for digestive health and 8 essential B-vitamins to support energy metabolism. These nutritional shakes can be added to the diet to increase protein during weight loss and should be incorporated into a nutritionally balanced diet with exercise.† BOOST® Advanced Nutritional Shakes are available in Rich Chocolate and Very Vanilla flavors and are found nationwide at ShopRite, Meyer and on and 'We recognize weight management is a personal journey, and it can be overwhelming for adults to implement numerous changes into their diet and lifestyle at once,' said Krysmaru Araujo-Torres, M.D., Head of Medical Affairs, the BOOST® brand. 'That's why we formulated the new BOOST Advanced Nutritional Shake with key nutrients in a ready-to-drink package to make it easy for adults to achieve and sustain their individual nutrition and wellness goals. For instance, protein is important in maintaining lean muscle for physical function and for the body's ability to maintain weight loss. And, the adult population generally doesn't meet daily requirements for fiber, so adding 4g of fiber to the BOOST Advanced shake helps consumers achieve their fiber intake goals alongside other key nutrients.' BOOST Advanced Nutritional Shakes feature key macro- and micro-nutrients to support nutritional needs during weight loss, including: The BOOST Advanced Nutritional Shake provides the highest amount of protein per serving within the BOOST® brand of products. It is specifically formulated to support nutrition during weight loss and provides 4g of prebiotic fiber to support digestive health and a healthy gut microbiome, which are particularly important for people experiencing reduced appetite or on weight management journeys. BOOST Advanced Nutritional Shakes join the brand's other nutritional beverages, including BOOST® Pre-Meal Hunger Support Nutritional Drink. Designed for adults to consume 10-30 minutes prior to a meal, BOOST Pre-Meal Hunger Support Nutritional Drink helps manage hunger and feel satisfied, and promotes the body's natural production of the hormone GLP-1 in response to a meal.** Each ready-to-drink serving provides 10g of clinically studied whey protein, 45 calories and 1g sugars. It's available in a light tasting Mocha flavor. To learn more about BOOST products, please visit About BOOST® BOOST® is a leading nutritional supplement beverage brand that helps provide balanced nutrition, including protein, calories, and essential vitamins and minerals. For active adults looking to up their protein intake and help fuel their exciting next chapter, BOOST® nutritional drinks are a convenient, nutrient-packed snack or mini meal to help individuals reach their nutrition goals. Available in 10 different flavors and 12 different varieties, including BOOST® High Protein, BOOST® Original, BOOST Plus®, BOOST® MAX, BOOST Glucose Control® and BOOST® Advanced nutritional drinks, there's a BOOST® product that offers unique nutritional support, so you can live your best life in the here and now. Learn more at *When incorporated into a weight management plan that includes diet and exercise. **Incorporate BOOST Pre-Meal Hunger Support Nutritional Drink into a balanced diet as part of a medically supervised weight management plan. †Use BOOST® Advanced Nutritional Shakes as a food supplement only. Do not use for weight reduction. ^This product should not be used to substitute for medication and does not make medication, including GLP-1 medication, more effective. Media Contact Andrea Martin BOOST® brand [email protected] View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE BOOST
