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Read Conmigo Launches Search For Latino Children’s Book Authors During Hispanic Heritage Month

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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 18, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — A recent national study released by the Children's Book Center noted the significant absence of people of color in children's picture books. Specifically, less than 2 percent of children's books were Latino-themed and only 1.5 percent (or 48 books) of the 3,200 children's works published in 2013 in the U.S. were written by Latino authors. In an effort to change these startling statistics one book at a time, the nationally recognized bilingual literacy campaign, Read Conmigo, is kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month by
introducing the "Preserving our Culture through Bilingual Literacy" contest for budding Latino children's book authors based in the Southern California area. The contest will run through October 31, 2014.

"Having access to culturally relevant and ethnically diverse books is essential for young readers and their families," says Jim Gober, Chairman/CEO of Infinity Property & Casualty Corporation, the parent company of Infinity Auto Insurance. "We are proud to offer this contest as an important bridge between talented Latino authors and young impressionable readers to make books a memorable literary adventure for all, especially during Hispanic Heritage Month."

Participants in the "Preserving our Culture through Bilingual Literacy" contest will compete for an opportunity to have their children's story published. The story must
feature one of several Read Conmigo characters and the winning author(s) will receive $1000 in prize money. Winner(s) will be notified by November 14th.

All manuscripts must be submitted by October 31, 2014 and meet the following criteria:

  • Author Profile – Must be from Southern California 18 years old or over, of Latino origin; no prior published work or writing experience necessary
  • Target Reader – All submissions should be suitable for reading levels Pre-K through 5th Grade
  • Language – Story must be submitted in both English and Spanish
  • Characters- Story must include one or more of the Read Conmigo characters
  • Word count: Minimum is 400 words; maximum length is 1500 words

To submit a manuscript and for complete rules and contest details visit www.ReadConmigo.org.

Census Bureau’s American Community Survey Provides New State and Local Income, Poverty, Health Insurance Statistics

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Census Bureau’s American Community Survey Provides New State and Local Income, Poverty, Health Insurance Statistics


WASHINGTON, Sept. 18, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Income levels and poverty rates were not statistically different for most states from 2012 to 2013, according to statistics released today from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey, the nation’s most comprehensive data source on American households.

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The state and local income and poverty statistics in the American Community Survey and the local-level health insurance statistics complement the national-level statistics released Tuesday from the Current Population Survey and American Community Survey. The American Community Survey has included questions about health insurance coverage since 2008, and today’s release provides statistics for all metropolitan areas and places with a population of 65,000 or more. Of metro areas, Pittsfield, Mass., had among the lowest percentage of uninsured at 2.1 percent.

“The American Community Survey is our country’s only source of small area estimates for social and demographic characteristics,” Census Bureau Director John H. Thompson said. “As such, it is indispensable to our economic competitiveness and used by businesses, local governments and anyone in need of trusted, timely, detailed data.”

The 2013 American Community Survey provides a multitude of statistics that measure the social, economic and housing conditions of U.S. communities. More than 40 topics are available with today’s release, such as educational attainment, housing, employment, commuting, language spoken at home, nativity, ancestry and selected monthly homeowner costs.

Also released today are two reports providing analysis on income and poverty for states and large metropolitan areas.

Income

According to the report Household Income: 2013, which compares American Community Survey statistics from 2012 to 2013:

  • For 2013, median household incomes were lower than the U.S. median ($52,250) in 28 states and higher in 19 states and the District of Columbia. Iowa ($52,229), Pennsylvania ($52,007) and Vermont ($52,578) median household incomes did not have a statistically significant difference from the U.S. as a whole.
  • In 2013, the states with the highest median household incomes were Maryland ($72,483) and Alaska ($72,237), which were not statistically different from each other. Mississippi had the lowest ($37,963).
  • There were no statistically significant decreases in median household incomes among states.
  • Median household income among the 25 most populous metro areas was highest in the Washington, D.C. ($90,149), San Francisco ($79,624) and Boston ($72,907) metro areas.

Income Inequality

Household Income: 2013 also examined the Gini index for states and large metro areas. The Gini index is a summary measure of income inequality, ranging from 0 — complete equality — to 1 — complete inequality. Among the findings:

  • Five states and the District of Columbia had Gini indexes higher than the U.S. index of .481.
  • Thirty-six states had lower Gini indexes than the U.S. index of .481.
  • The Gini index of 15 states increased from 2012-2013. Alaska was the only state to have a decrease. All other states saw no significant change.
  • The highest Gini index was in the District of Columbia (0.532). Alaska’s (0.408) was among the lowest.
  • Additional Gini index data on the Census Bureau’s American FactFinder data search engine is available for metropolitan statistical areas and other areas with populations of 65,000 or more. Of the 25 most populous metro areas, Gini indexes ranged from 0.442 (for the Washington, D.C., metro area, although not statistically different from Portland, Ore., Riverside, Calif., and Minneapolis) to 0.512 (for the New York metro area, which was not statistically different from the Miami metro area).

Poverty

According to the report Poverty: 2012 and 2013, which compares American Community Survey statistics from 2012 to 2013:

  • Forty-two states and the District of Columbia experienced no statistical change in both the number and percentage of people in poverty between 2012 and 2013. Likewise, 20 of the 25 largest metropolitan areas did not see a statistical change in the number and percentage of people in poverty.
  • Two states — New Hampshire and Wyoming— saw a decline in both the number and percentage of people in poverty. In terms of rates, New Hampshire’s poverty rate declined from 10.0 percent in 2012 to 8.7 percent in 2013. Wyoming’s rate declined from 12.6 percent to 10.9.
  • Three states saw increases in both the number and percentage of people in poverty between 2012 and 2013. New Jersey’s poverty rate increased from 10.8 percent in 2012 to 11.4 percent in 2013; New Mexico increased from 20.8 percent to 21.9 percent, and Washington increased from 13.5 percent to 14.1 percent.
  • In 2013, Mississippi had the highest poverty rate among states (24.0 percent), followed by New Mexico (21.9 percent). Both states also had the highest percentage of the population below 125 percent of the poverty level: 30.3 percent in Mississippi; 28.3 percent in New Mexico. About one in 10 people in both states had incomes less than 50 percent of the poverty level.
  • Among large metropolitan areas, one of the lowest proportions of people with incomes less than 50 percent of the poverty level in 2013 was 4.2 percent in the Washington, D.C., metro area, while one of the highest proportions was 8.4 percent in the Phoenix metro area.

Health Insurance

  • Between 2012 and 2013, 13 states and Puerto Rico saw a statistically significant increase in the percentage of civilians covered by health insurance. Two states (Maine and New Jersey) saw a decrease.
  • The percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with private health insurance increased in six states and decreased in eight states between 2012 and 2013.
  • Among people whose incomes were below 138 percent of the poverty threshold: 25.6 percent were uninsured in 2013. Under the Affordable Care Act, states have the option of expanding Medicaid eligibility to those with incomes at or below 138 percent of the poverty threshold.
  • Among people whose incomes were at or above 200 percent of the poverty threshold: 9.2 percent were uninsured in 2013.
  • Among the top 25 largest U.S. metropolitan areas, the uninsured rates were highest in Miami (24.8 percent), Houston (22.8 percent) and Dallas (21.5 percent) and lowest in Boston (4.2 percent), Pittsburgh (7.5 percent), Minneapolis (8.1 percent) and Baltimore (8.7 percent).
  • Among the top 25 large metropolitan areas, Tampa, Detroit and Riverside, Calif., had public coverage rates of 33 percent or higher.

Computer and Internet Access

The 2013 American Community Survey included new questions to produce statistics on computer and Internet access. Mandated by the 2008 Broadband Data Improvement Act, the data will help the Federal Communications Commission measure broadband access nationwide. The data will also help identify communities eligible for available grants to expand access.

Some topline findings:

  • 83.8 percent of the nation’s households have a computer (either desktop, laptop, tablet or smartphone)
  • 74.4 percent have some form of Internet access at home.

The Census Bureau is releasing a more detailed report on the new findings in early October.

The Census Bureau also today updated its application programming interface (API) with 2013 American Community Survey statistics. The API, which allows developers to create custom apps with Census Bureau data, now includes 2013 American Community Survey data profiles across geographies, including congressional districts.

Also Released Today from the American Community Survey:

Additional American Community Survey Results

On Oct. 23, the Census Bureau will release a set of American Community Survey statistics covering all areas with populations of 20,000 or more, based on data collected between 2011 and 2013. A third set of American Community Survey statistics, available for all geographic areas regardless of population size, down to the block group level, will be released on Dec. 4 covering 2009 to 2013.

About the American Community Survey

The American Community Survey provides a wide range of important statistics about all communities in the country. The American Community Survey gives communities the current information they need to plan investments and services. Retailers, homebuilders, police departments, and town and city planners are among the many private- and public-sector decision makers who count on these annual results. Visit the Stats in Action page to see some examples.

Ever since Thomas Jefferson directed the first census in 1790, the census has collected detailed characteristics about our nation’s people. Questions about jobs and the economy were added 20 years later under James Madison, who said such information would allow Congress to “adapt the public measures to the particular circumstances of the community,” and over the decades allow America “an opportunity of marking the progress of the society.”

These statistics would not be possible without the participation of the randomly selected households in the survey.

Note: Statistics from sample surveys are subject to sampling and nonsampling error. All comparisons made in the reports have been tested and found to be statistically significant at the 90 percent confidence level, unless otherwise noted. Please consult the tables for specific margins of error. For more information, go to http://www.census.gov/acs/www/data_documentation/documentation_main/.

Changes in survey design from year to year can affect results. See http://www.census.gov/acs/www/data_documentation/2013_release/ for more information on changes affecting the 2013 statistics. See http://www.census.gov/acs/www/guidance_for_data_users/comparing_2013/ for guidance on comparing 2013 American Community Survey statistics with previous years and the 2010 Census.

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Vallarta Supermarkets Children’s Miracle Network Fundraiser Check Presentation at Top-Raising Location

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Vallarta Supermarkets Children’s Miracle Network Fundraiser Check Presentation at Top-Raising Location

Media are invited Monday, September 22, 2014, between 10:30am and 1:30pm

MEDIA MUST RSVP


SYLMAR, California, Sept. 18, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ —

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WHAT:       

Vallarta Supermarkets hosts its chain-wide Children’s Miracle Network Fundraiser each year in August. Between all 44 locations, more than $200 thousand dollars were raised for local Children’s Hospital’s (including Children’s Hospital Los Angeles). Vallarta Supermarkets on North Vineyard Avenue in Oxnard, California was one of the Top-Raising stores funding over $12 thousand dollars in only 4 weeks. Vallarta Supermarkets will be hosting a check presentation at this location to honor the community’s support and recognize the store team’s success.

WHEN:        

 Monday, September 22, 11am – 1pm
*Media are invited Monday, September 22, 2014, between 10:30am and 1:30pm

WHERE:      

Vallarta Supermarkets
2690 North Vineyard Avenue
Oxnard, California 93036

WHY:         

Vallarta Supermarkets is firmly committed to assisting the local communities they serve, this is now the 4th year Vallarta participates with the Children’s Miracle Network. All funds raised at each location are sent directly to each store’s corresponding Children’s Hospital. Hospitals included in this fundraiser are: Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Children’s Hospital Central California, Cottage Health System, Children’s Hospital Orange County, and Rady Children’s Hospital. Last year Vallarta Supermarkets (with 42 locations) raised over $165 thousand dollars. In August 2014, the total raised (between 44 locations) surpassed a historic $200 thousand dollars.

 

ABOUT VALLARTA SUPERMARKETS:
Founded in 1985 by Enrique Gonzalez, Sr; Vallarta Supermarkets is a full-service grocery independent chain with 44 locations throughout the state of California. Vallarta Supermarkets is known for having fresh produce, top-quality meats, exquisite pastries, and specialty items from Latin America and other parts of the world. Visit www.vallartasupermarkets.com for additional information.

ABOUT CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK:
Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals® raises funds and awareness for 170 member hospitals that provide 32 million treatments each year to kids across the U.S. and Canada. Donations stay local to fund critical treatments and healthcare services, pediatric medical equipment and charitable care.

CONTACT:
Vallarta Supermarkets
Ruby Martinez, (818) 898-0088 ext 1224
[email protected]

Tony Hernandez (818) 898-0088
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Raising Non-Violent Kids

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Raising Non-Violent Kids

It’s important to identify the issue before it becomes a serious problem


WASHINGTON, Sept. 18, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Your child’s environment – whether at home, at school or socially – can greatly influence how they may behave in the future.

FindYouthInfo.gov, a government website focused on youth issues, found that in 2012, more than 630,000 young people between the ages of 10 and 24 were admitted to the hospital due to violence-related injuries.

If you’re worried that your child is at risk for violent behavior, there are some factors that may indicate a problem.

Risk factors for violent youth

During their teen years, some kids may behave violently because of some risk factors found in their environment.

Note: Some of these risk factors may be out of your control. However, it is recommended that you keep them under consideration.

At home

From an early age, young people could be exposed to:

  • Violent behavior between parents
  • Severe punishments
  • Parents who are frequently absent or don’t pay attention to their children
  • Rejection or emotional distance from parents
  • A broken home

At school

Youths may exhibit behavioral problems such as:

  • Teasing or bullying other students
  • Skipping class
  • Exhibiting either aggressive or introverted behavior
  • Difficulty concentrating or exhibiting hyperactive behavior
  • Developing learning issues or failing classes

In society

Young people could be considered violent if they:

  • Harass or provoke kids that are their same age or younger
  • Have been arrested before age 14 for committing a crime
  • Belong to a gang or other violent group
  • Take drugs or drink alcohol
  • Have been treated for psychological or emotional issues

Tips to prevent youth violence

You can help prevent violent behavior in your child by following these recommendations:

  • Spend more time with your child and include everyone in family activities.
  • Don’t argue with your spouse in front of your child.
  • Form a bond with your son or daughter. Communicate with your children if they have any problems or issues.
  • Make respect and open communication a priority in your home.
  • Do not give out severe or violent punishment.
  • Be aware of your child’s friends, but do not be overprotective.

Resources

STRYVE is the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s national initiative helping families and communities prevent youth violence.

FindYouthInfo.gov is a collaboration among 18 government agencies that supports programs and services for the prevention of youth violence.

To learn more about health and well-being issues, see USA.gov and GobiernoUSA.gov, the U.S. Government’s official web portals in English and Spanish, and part of the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA).

 


Sunshine Health Awarded Commendable Accreditation From NCQA

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Sunshine Health Awarded Commendable Accreditation From NCQA


SUNRISE, Fla., Sept. 18, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Sunshine Health, a subsidiary of Centene Corporation, was elevated to Commendable Accreditation by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) for its Medical Managed Assistance and Child Welfare programs. NCQA evaluates how well a health plan manages all parts of its delivery system – physicians, hospitals, other providers, and administrative services in order to continuously improve the quality of care and services provided to its members. 

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“We are very pleased that Sunshine Health received Commendable Accreditation from NCQA.  The accreditation process is rigorous, and it affords us a unique opportunity to identify how we can improve our coordinated services and quality ratings,” said Chris Paterson, CEO, Sunshine Health. “This is a big achievement for Sunshine Health. It directly reflects the strong commitment of our staff to routinely evaluate our processes; looking for ways to enhance how we impact the lives of the members we serve.”

Sunshine Health serves 400,000 Medicaid members under its Managed Medical Assistance and Child Welfare programs statewide.

NCQA is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to improving health care quality. NCQA accredits and certifies a wide range of health care organizations. It also recognizes clinicians and practices in key areas of performance. NCQA is committed to providing health care quality information for consumers, purchasers, health care providers and researchers.

About Sunshine Health

Sunshine Health is a Medicaid managed care health plan that has served Florida members since 2009. As one of the largest medical benefit administrators, offering coordinated care and a network of support, we are committed to improving the health of the community, one person at a time.  Sunshine Health is a wholly owned subsidiary of Centene Corporation, a leading multi-line healthcare enterprise offering both core Medicaid and specialty services. For more information about Sunshine Health, please visit us on the Web at www.sunshinehealth.com.

Contact: Beth Nunnally
VP, External Relations
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Anne Geddes Unveils New Image Of A Baby Born Too Soon

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Anne Geddes Unveils New Image Of A Baby Born Too Soon



Acclaimed Photographer Supports World Prematurity Day


CHANDLER, Ariz., Sept. 17, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Internationally-acclaimed baby photographer Anne Geddes today unveiled an image of a baby born too soon that will be shared worldwide to raise awareness of the global problem of preterm birth.

Mrs. Geddes donated the image of Alfred, who was born 8 weeks too soon, weighing just two pounds, six ounces, to the March of Dimes, which made the photo the center of its 2014 World Prematurity Day campaign.

“I’m proud to be working with March of Dimes, because all babies deserve a chance at a healthy start in life,” said Mrs. Geddes, who unveiled the image during a March of Dimes conference. “Tiny baby Alfred sends a fragile and yet powerful message. The initial heart-wrenching sight of such a tiny human being, quickly gives way to admiration for their sense of strength and their will to survive against all odds.”

Worldwide, more than 15 million babies are born too soon and more than one million babies die before their first birthday. Preterm birth, (before 37 weeks of pregnancy), is the leading cause of newborn death, and babies who survive an early birth often face the risk of serious and sometimes lifelong health problems, such as breathing problems, jaundice, developmental delays, vision loss and cerebral palsy.

The image of Alfred, cradled in the hand of a Leonardo DaVinci-inspired sculpture, is being used to draw worldwide attention to the need to prevent preterm birth.

Mrs. Geddes also taped a TV spot that will air on CNN in more than 200 countries. It can be viewed at: http://youtu.be/FX6GTlAt1AE

“We are grateful to Anne Geddes, one of the world’s most widely respected photographers, for her tireless efforts on behalf of babies worldwide,” says March of Dimes President Dr. Jennifer Howse. “Her work will help focus attention on the critical work needed to give all babies a healthy start in life.”

World Prematurity Day takes place each year on November 17. The March of Dimes and its global partners mark the day with activities to focus attention on preterm birth. The March of Dimes works with the World Prematurity Network, (WPN), a global coalition of consumer and parent groups working together to raise awareness and prevent premature birth in their countries. Through World Prematurity Day and other joint efforts, members call for action to prevent preterm birth and improve care for babies born too soon. Learn more and find out how you can help at http://www.facebook.com/WorldPrematurityDay.

The March of Dimes is the leading nonprofit organization for pregnancy and baby health. For more than 75 years, moms and babies have benefited from March of Dimes research, education, vaccines, and breakthroughs. Find out how you can help raise funds to prevent premature birth and birth defects by walking in March for Babies at marchforbabies.org. For the latest resources and information, visit marchofdimes.com or nacersano.org. Find us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.


Shepherd Smith Edwards & Kantas LLP Still Investigating Claims Involving Puerto Rico Bonds, It’s Not Too Late

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Shepherd Smith Edwards & Kantas LLP Still Investigating Claims Involving Puerto Rico Bonds, It’s Not Too Late


SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Sept. 17, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Lawyers with the Securities Law Firm of Shepherd Smith Edwards & Kantas LLP, www.sseklaw.com, are still investigating claims involving Puerto Rico bonds.  A number of brokerage firms in Puerto Rico, including UBS, Banco Popular, and others, sold massive amounts of Puerto Rico bonds.  UBS also sold proprietary investment funds which held Puerto Rico bonds, in whole or in part.

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Many clients purchased Puerto Rico bonds or shares of these proprietary UBS funds at the recommendation of their broker.  Often, these investments were sold as low risk, fixed income options for Puerto Rican investors.  Many clients did not understand that Puerto Rico bonds, particularly in large amounts, carried substantial amounts of risk.  Those clients who purchased UBS proprietary funds were taking even larger risks, as those funds were often highly leveraged and carried significantly higher risks than what their continental United States counterparts did. 

Some clients were even recommended to borrow money, either from their brokerage firm or a bank, in order to purchase even larger amounts of these Puerto Rico investments.  This strategy greatly increased the risks the investors faced, quite the contrary to the “win-win” recommendation the clients believed they were following.

If you are or were a customer of UBS Puerto Rico, Banco Popular, or another Puerto Rico brokerage firm who invested in Puerto Rico bonds, UBS Puerto Rico bond funds or similar securities, it is not too late to contact the law firm of Shepherd Smith Edwards & Kantas LLP for an evaluation of your account to determine if you might have a claim to attempt to recover some or all of your losses.  All communications will be kept strictly confidential, and you will not be billed in any way for a consultation. 

Shepherd Smith Edwards & Kantas LLP has a team of attorneys, consultants and staff with more than 100 years of combined experience in the securities industry and in securities law. For more than two decades, our firm has represented thousands of investors throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, and internationally to recover losses suffered through brokerage firms and banks. We have represented clients in Federal and state courts and in arbitration through the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), the New York Stock Exchange Inc. (NYSE), the American Arbitration Association (AAA) and in private arbitration actions. More information can also be found at www.ubs-taxfree-puertorico.com.

Contact Info: 800-259-9010

713-580-8914 to speak to Spanish fluent staff

Sam Edwards [email protected]

Kirk Smith [email protected]

Luis Acevedo [email protected]


Fruit and Flash Cards Score High among GRE ® Test Takers

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Fruit and Flash Cards Score High among GRE ® Test Takers

New Poll of GRE Test Takers Headed to Graduate and Business School Reveals Study Habits


PRINCETON, N.J., Sept. 17, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — In a recent survey of GRE ® test takers, individuals from around the world shared their personal study habits and preferences about their test preparation. Their answers provide insight to the hundreds of thousands of individuals currently readying themselves to take the GRE ® revised General Test during the peak testing season, in pursuit of master’s, MBA, specialized master’s in business and doctoral programs.

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The survey revealed that the most common length of time students around the world spend preparing for the test is about one month to less than three months. In addition, slightly more than half of respondents said they used the free POWERPREP ® II Software, which includes two simulated tests, to get ready. In the United States, about one-third of respondents said they spent less than one month preparing and approximately six percent said that they spent six months or longer preparing for the test.

“Some test takers will feel ready fairly quickly and want to test right away to meet admissions deadlines,” says Dawn Piacentino, director of communication and services for the GRE Program at ETS. “Most test takers will take the test once, but if an individual wants to try to do better, there is a backup plan to help them show their best. The ScoreSelect ® option, available only with GRE tests, lets test takers decide — on test day or anytime up to five years — which of their scores to send to schools. This option gives test takers a lot of confidence from the start.”

Survey respondents cited using flash cards and reading books as some of the most popular preparation tools, with nearly 40 percent globally reporting flash cards were part of their study protocol. “Even with the array of prep options, it’s interesting to see that students like tried-and-true flash cards for randomly quizzing themselves on how to best answer different types of questions,” said Piacentino. Home outranked all other locations as the favorite place to study everywhere around the world, but differences emerged around favorite time of day to prepare. Chinese students led the group with the most “early risers,” while approximately 29 percent of test takers in India preferred late-night studying. Slightly more than 60 percent of respondents said they were more motivated to study if friends were also taking the test. Furthermore, friends ranked highest as favorite study-buddy choice, although close to 10 percent of U.S. respondents reported that their favorite study buddy was their dog or cat.

Fruit edged out all other options as the favorite GRE study snack. The top five GRE study snack list is:

  1. Fruit
  2. Nuts, seeds or corn nuts
  3. Chocolate
  4. Potato chips
  5. Cookies

“We conducted this survey so that GRE test takers could tell us more about how they like to prepare for the GRE revised General Test,” said Piacentino. “More than 18,000 individuals from over 150 countries responded and shared not only their study habits but how they celebrated after taking the test. We plan to post more insights from this survey on the official GRE revised General Test page on Facebook®. After all, it is a popular time for students everywhere to be taking the GRE revised General Test to apply to graduate or business school.”

For more information about the GRE revised General Test or to register to take a GRE test, please visit ets.org/gre.

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At ETS, we advance quality and equity in education for people worldwide by creating assessments based on rigorous research. ETS serves individuals, educational institutions and government agencies by providing customized solutions for teacher certification, English language learning, and elementary, secondary and postsecondary education, and by conducting education research, analysis and policy studies. Founded as a nonprofit in 1947, ETS develops, administers and scores more than 50 million tests annually — including the TOEFL® and TOEIC ® tests, the GRE ® tests and The Praxis Series ® assessments — in more than 180 countries, at over 9,000 locations worldwide. www.ets.org


Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to Address CHCI Public Policy Conference

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Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to Address CHCI Public Policy Conference


WASHINGTON, Sept. 17, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute, as part of its 2014 Public Policy Conference, will welcome former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to provide a keynote address at its Leadership Luncheon on Tue., Sept. 30, 12:30 – 2:15 p.m., at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, Atrium Hall.

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The luncheon, titled Latina Leadership in Congress will also feature a conversation and Q & A with Allan Golston, President of U.S. Programs for the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, followed by a panel discussion featuring U.S. Reps. Michelle Lujan Grisham, Grace Napolitano, Lucille Roybal-Allard, Linda Sanchez, Loretta Sanchez, and Nydia Velázquez. The session will be moderated by Enrique Acevedo, Co-Anchor of Univision’s News Evening Edition, and will address relevant issues such as pay equity, glass ceiling, and increasing female representation in politics.

WHAT: 2014 CHCI Public Policy Conference
Leadership Luncheon: Latina Leadership in Congress

WHO: Hon. Hillary Clinton, former U.S. Secretary of State

Reps. Michelle Luján Grisham, Grace Napolitano, Lucille Roybal-Allard, Linda Sanchez, Loretta Sanchez and Nydia Velázquez

Allan Golston, President, U.S. Program, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation

Enrique Acevedo, Co-Anchor, Univision News Evening Edition

Esther Aguilera, CHCI President & CEO

WHEN: Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2014, 12:30 – 2:15 p.m.

WHERE: Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, Atrium Hall
1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004

CHECK-IN: CHCI Press Room, Continental B

CREDENTIALS: http://www.chci.org/news/page/2014-chci-hhm-media-credentials-form

CONTACT: Nick Morrow, 202-464-6963 (o), 865-386-8244 (m), [email protected]
Scott Gunderson Rosa, 703-232-6437 (m), [email protected]

About CHCI
CHCI is the premier Hispanic nonprofit and nonpartisan 501(c)(3) leadership development organization in the country that educates, empowers, and connects Latino youth by providing leadership development programs and educational services. CHCI directly impacts the lives of more than 1,600 students and young professionals each year through its fellowships, congressional internships, scholarships, Ready to Lead (R2L®) college readiness program, and R2L NextGen program. The CHCI Board of Directors is comprised of Hispanic members of Congress, nonprofit, union and corporate leaders. Visit www.chci.org, or join us on Facebook, Twitter (@chci), LinkedIn, and YouTube.

 


(Español) Meijer acepta pagar una penalidad civil de $2 millones por vender productos retirados del mercado

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