Two and a half years ago, in response to increased demand for data on students at his New York City public school, Validus Preparatory Academy's (www.validusprep.org) Jesse Olsen turned entrepreneur. Olsen, a math teacher at the Bronx high school, one of New York City Outward Bound's 10 Expeditionary Learning schools in the City, became frustrated by an inability to accurately record students' attendance. Drawing on his college computer science training, he created an online system that today, is tracking not only attendance, but also grades and behavior--class by class. ...

Automated Dynamics, a leading manufacturer of advanced composite structures and high performance composite processing equipment, announced it has completed registration to AS9100, the standardized quality management system for the aerospace industry. The designation is the result of the company passing stringent audit requirements and evaluations of its manufacturing processes to achieve a standard of quality required in the aerospace industry. "Becoming AS9100 certified reflects Automated Dynamics' commitment to continuous improvement and marks the culmination of our ...

Patients can now gain valuable dental health care knowledge by visiting Dr. Joseph Morris', Islip cosmetic dentist, interactive website. Dr. Morris announces the addition of an online patient education library to enhance patient knowledge outside of the office. Patients can visit the convenient website for this cosmetic dentist in Islip to learn more about various dental care treatments and procedures. By visiting the practice's website, patients can access the patient education web-page from the home page. Patients can gain valuable knowledge on various topics such ...

Leading dermatologist in West Palm Beach, FL, Dr. Barry Kuttner, is pleased to introduce the launch of his practice's website. The new, educational site was designed to improve patient awareness about dermatological health care. The new website for this Spanish speaking dermatologist in West Palm Beach offers a wide range of valuable information and tools that patients can use to make educated decisions regarding their skin care. The patient education library provides an array of patient friendly information about dermatological procedures, ailments, and symptoms so ...

Premier dermatologist in Boynton, Dr. Barry Kuttner, announces the addition of online appointment requesting to his practice website to allow patients an easy and obstacle free way to request appointments with Integrated Dermatology. Patients can access the appointment requesting feature without difficulty via this Boynton dermatologist's interactive website. Appointment requesting is now a simple and convenient process for patients of this dermatologist in Boynton, FL. To request appointment availability, patients can fill out the appointment request form via the practice's ...

In the year 2010 the sales of canvas tarps have hit their highest mark in all of tarp history. This is due to a number of causes. There have been an incredible number of natural disasters in the past months, all of which have utilized the canvas tarp in amazing numbers. There have actually been shortages of these items this year, leaving manufacturers scrambling to increase their production. While this has been a bit unusual from past years, many are predicting that sales will again hit records in the upcoming year, 2011. The canvas tarps have become a symbol of hope ...

A new study shows that when equipped with an elastomeric pain pump, patients experience less postoperative discomfort and use less oral narcotics. The study looked at the charts of 690 patients who underwent breast augmentation, comparing postoperative discomfort and narcotic use. The study showed that patients who received a pain pump experienced significantly less discomfort and used significantly fewer oral narcotics. The average pain level reported by breast augmentation patients with a pain pump was 2.27, compared to 3.68 for patients without a pain pump. Patients ...

Tummy tucks are growing in popularity. While most people can expect excellent results people who carefully follow their surgeon's tummy tuck recovery instructions enjoy the best results. Some specific tummy tuck recovery tips on diet and exercise should help you keep your new contours toned and shapely for many years to come. Tummy Tuck Maintenance Diet Watch your calories. Just avoid taking in more calories than you burn up. It is really that simple. If you have never tracked your calorie intake or usage, it is a good idea to learn the number of calories in the foods, ...

According to findings in a 2000 U.S. Department of Justice survey, an estimated 4.5 million physical assaults are committed against United States women by intimate partners annually. A 1998 survey by The Commonwealth Fund says that nearly one-third of American women report being raped or physically assaulted by a current or former boyfriend at some point in their lives. The Arizona Coalition Against Domestic Violence (AZCADV) defines domestic violence as "a pattern of behavior that includes the use or threat of violence and intimidation for the purpose of gaining power ...

When a violent crime has been committed, police will speak to the victims and witnesses to learn any information about the potential suspect. Often this information is crucial in apprehending the person who committed the crime. While eyewitness identification is a integral part of law enforcement's investigation, it is not foolproof. There have been several instances where the wrong person has served time for a crime that he or she did not commit. DNA evidence is being used more frequently to show that a person is innocent, and has been wrongfully imprisoned. The Florida ...

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the number of traffic fatalities in 2009 dropped to the lowest level since 1950. The number of deaths attributed to distracted driving, however, rose from 10 percent in 2005 to 16 percent in 2009. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood has referred to distracted driving as an "epidemic." Though the numbers indicate a slight decline in the overall numbers of distracted driving deaths, nearly 5,500 people were killed and over 448,000 were injured in distracted driving accidents during 2009. Secretary LaHood ...

As snow and ice arrive in New York City, property owners must remember to keep their sidewalks, walkways and parking lots in reasonably safe condition. This helps protect pedestrians from sustaining a fall injury. Of course, not all property owners maintain their property as prescribed by premises liability law. Sidewalks and parking lot surfaces can crack, rise and fall, become slippery in winter weather and develop holes. Such dangerous conditions can lead to a: - Broken bone or fractured arm - Severe sprain or strain - Cut or bruise - Concussion or brain injury - ...

You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you. You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be provided for you. The Miranda warning -- known to pretty much anyone who has ever watched a police drama on television -- is an explanation of the Constitutional rights of a criminal defendant. This warning, made famous by the 1963 case of defendant Ernesto Miranda, must be given to anyone being interrogated while in police custody. There have been various interpretations of the warnings over the years, ...

Many people are aware of the foreclosure problem plaguing the nation. But, not everyone understands what the problems with faulty documentation are or what to do when facing foreclosure themselves. Texas foreclosure proceedings move fast and are not supervised by judges, making the foreclosure problem even more troubling for Texas residents. Judicial Foreclosure In 23 states, foreclosure proceedings must be overseen by a judge. Before a lender can foreclose on a home, the homeowner must go to court and have the opportunity to review the lender's foreclosure documents. ...

A woman in Moreno Valley, California, is an example of the increase in violent dog attacks. Christina Casey, 53, was killed when she was attacked by two pit bulls that belonged to her neighbor. Officials are still deciding whether or not to bring charges against the owners of the dogs. This attack is an example of the rising trends nationwide, as highlighted by a recent article in the Los Angeles Times that discussed a new study by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ). AHRQ reported that dog bites requiring hospitalization have increased 86 percent from ...

Grieving parents, abandoned children, widows and widowers, lonely siblings -- these are the people affected by the distracted driving epidemic. United States Department of Transportation Secretary (USDOT) Ray LaHood has given them a face with a revolutionary new program designed to get the word out about the hazards of not keeping your attention on the road while driving. The program, aptly titled "Faces of Distracted Driving," gives those who have suffered injury or loss because of a distraction-related accident a forum to tell their stories in a confessional format. It ...

Southern Orthopaedic Specialists, a leading Atlanta orthopedic practice, has announced that it will be expanding its service to the Newnan area beginning in January. A full service Atlanta orthopedic practice, Southern Orthopaedic Specialists specializes in all forms of orthopedics, including orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. Beginning on Monday, January 11, 2011, Southern Orthopaedic Specialists will start to see patients in its Newnan office. The office is located in the Piedmont Physicians Group at Newnan Crossing East. "We couldn't be more enthusiastic about ...

Southern Orthopaedic Specialists, an Atlanta orthopedic practice, provided medical coverage to the student-athletes playing in the 2010 Chik-fil-A Bowl on December 31, held annually at the Georgia Dome in downtown Atlanta. A full service Atlanta orthopedic practice, Southern Orthopaedic Specialists specializes in orthopaedic surgery and sports medicine. For over ten years, Southern Orthopaedic Specialists has been supplying medical assistance for the student-athletes playing in the Chik-fil-A Bowl. This year, the game matched up the University of South Carolina Gamecocks ...

The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Newberry South Carolina Hotel offers close lodging to travelers attending Ray Price in concert. The performance will take place at Newberry Opera House on Friday, January 14, 2011 at 8:00pm. The concert will feature Ray Price, an American country music legend. Ray Price, who was elected to the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1996, is a song writer and guitarist. His best known recordings include, "Release Me," Night Life," For the Good Times," and "Danny Boy." In the late 1950's Price formed the band Cherokee Cowboys; its members included ...

House of Fraser, the premium department store, launches Apothecary online. Apothecary is an exclusive new retail concept. The Apothecary, a cutting edge beauty emporium, is a place where customers can discover new brands, with the opportunity to understand and experience the product in a relaxed environment. It is a beauty destination which will offer solutions to real-life problems, through a mix of contemporary, classic, niche and global brands, across cult and everyday products. Apothecary seeks to meet the needs of the modern woman. From niche skincare, luxurious ...

Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the fastest growing hotel companies worldwide, has announced two new hotels in the United Kingdom: both the Radisson Blu Hotel, Newcastle (170 rooms) and the Park Inn Bournemouth (172 rooms) will welcome the first guests in 2013. The Radisson Blu Hotel, Newcastle will be one of the best-located hotels in town: with frontage on the central thoroughfare (Westgate Road) and adjacent to the main train station. Besides 170 rooms and suites featuring signature services such as free high speed Internet access, the property will offer a restaurant, ...

LV= has won two of the coveted awards at this year's National Customer Services Awards. The two awards are Customer Service Centre of the Year and Financial Service Team of the Year. This is the second year running that LV= has been named Customer Service Centre of the Year. The awards were for LV='s general insurance contact centres, which are based in Bournemouth, Croydon, Bristol and Huddersfield. LV= was a finalist in the Customer Service Back Office Team and The Institute of Customer Service Best Customer Service Employer categories. The judges were impressed ...

The early reviews for Progeny, the fantasy novel by R.T. Kaelin, are starting to roll in and they have all been extremely positive. The praise for the first book of The Children of the White Lions series is effusive. "When I picked up Progeny, I was soon swept up into a world so large, and a tale so relentless, that I could not put it down. The plot flows as strongly as a waterfall but manages to pace itself and keep the reader guessing. The disparate characters we meet along the way are intriguing and richly nuanced, reminding one of Tolkien's without being derivative. ...

Research carried out for the world's favourite travel company, Thomas Cook* has shown that, however they book, the British holidaymaker now considers the need to book with a trusted name in travel equally as important as getting value for money for their holidays. Manny Fontenla-Novoa, Group CEO of Thomas Cook Group plc said, "The effect of recent bad weather and events from earlier in 2010, like the volcanic ash cloud, have really demonstrated the importance of booking with a company who can take care of its customers, whatever the situation. A company like ours looks ...

The Posh Puppy Boutique, a leading online boutique featuring clothing and accessories for dogs of all breeds and sizes, has teamed up with Disney in a special promotion for the upcoming DVD release Beverly Hills Chihuahua 2. A simple entry process at http://sweepstakes.poshpuppyboutique.com could bring anything from a Funjet Vacations Beverly Hills getaway for four to a "Posh Puppy Pack" from The Posh Puppy Boutique, their exclusive vendors and business associates The Posh Puppy Boutique's association with Disney came from their being selected as a supplier of clothing, ...