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Immigration activists marched from Chapel Hill to Raleigh on Saturday to demand that in-state tuition rates be given to students who have received a temporary federal reprieve from deportation.
Around 40 activists ended the "March of Broken Dreams" with a mock funeral outside the office of state Attorney General Roy Cooper. The protesters charge that Cooper has been silent about whether students in the federal Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program are entitled to the lower college tuition rates offered to in-state residents.
"Every day that passes, someone's dream dies," said Oliva Prezas, 19, of Oxford, one of the students who spoke at the " funeral," which was organized by the N.C. Dream Team. "Attorney General Cooper needs to speak out."
Noelle Talley, a spokeswoman for Cooper, said a legal opinion about the issue is being drafted.
The DACA program began in 2012 by President Barack Obama to award temporary resident status to immigrants who were brought into the country as children when their parents arrived illegally. Of that group, those whose DACA applications are approved receive two-year deferrals from deportation.
To be eligible, applicants must meet requirements such as being under the age of 31 as of June 15, 2012; entering the U.S. when they were under the age of 16; having a clean record; and being in school or having graduated with a high school diploma.
According to news reports, at least 17 states allow DACA students to receive in-state tuition. But the body that governs Virginia's public colleges says those students aren't eligible for the lower rates.
Ron Woodard is the director of NC LISTEN, which lobbies for stronger controls on immigration. He said North Carolina shouldn't emulate the "stupid" actions of other states that allow the lower tuition rates for DACA students. He added that giving in-state tuition would reward the behavior of their parents, who came into the country illegally.
"They shouldn't be here in the first place," Woodard said. "(Obama) basically gave people unconstitutional pardons. Our state shouldn't be going along with his unconstitutional behavior."
The protestors started their march at UNC-Chapel Hill, where tuition and fees for out-of-state undergraduate students is $29,905 a year. It's $8,123 for in-state students.
The out-of-state rate is so high that Prezas said she had to forgo plans to attend a four-year college and pursue her dream of becoming a physician assistant. She said she's working in a factory full time to afford paying four times as much as her classmates at Vance-Granville Community College.
"It's not fair," said Prezas, a DACA student who came from Mexico with her parents when she was a child. "I've lived here 14 years. I grew up here."
In December, state Rep. Marcus Brandon, a Guilford County Democrat, asked Cooper for a legal opinion on the tuition issue. Brandon cited a September report that he said shows 15,989 North Carolinians have been approved for the DACA program.
Talley said that the opinion wouldn't be binding on the UNC system or the state's community colleges. But a legal opinion issued by Cooper's office in 2013 did help with DACA students being able to get driver's licenses.
Cooper has met in the past with the activists, according to Talley. He is a leading 2016 gubernatorial contender for the Democrats.
"We understand their concerns, but a legal opinion isn't affected by protests," Talley said.
Woodard said that Cooper should consider the impact the opinion could have on citizens who might be competing with DACA students for college admission.
"American citizens shouldn't be punished by his actions," he said.
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15 organizations that empower young women.
1. Recovering from a violent situation is serious, especially for girls and young women. A Long Walk Home's Girl/Friends Institute empowers girls and young women to advocate for themselves and other girls in Chicago, using art to design campaign programs that push for the end of violence against women of all ages.
"These girls take on issues that are often overlooked and ignored – domestic violence, sexual assault and street harassment – with a boldness, brilliance and creativity that might just save us all," says founder Scheherazade Tillet. Since its founding in 2003, A Long Walk Home has helped over 100,000 girls and women rebuild their confidence and become voices for ending gender violence. www.alongwalkhome.org
2. Chicago Foundation for Women inspires young girls to some day become philanthropists themselves. To start their journey, the girls participate in programs addressing literacy, gay-straight alliances and adolescent health. "I have the opportunity to see how the work of our grantees can transform an entire community," shares CEO K. Sujata. "When you change a girl's life, you're on a pathway to changing the world."
Once they've grown up, these young women can take part in CFW's three Giving Councils, which provide leadership opportunities while teaching how to obtain and distribute grant money to their chosen philanthropic interests. Says Ms. Sujata, "I've been a witness to the power of girls when we've made an investment in them." www.cfw.org
3. ComEd's lifeline is technology, innovation and, now, empowering young women to pursue careers in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics). Last summer, ComEd demonstrated that mission with its Icebox Derby to highlight STEM initiatives for girls, as women are underrepresented in STEM fields.
Thirty girls, ages 13 to 19, were invited to build electric cars from recycled refrigerators. After six weeks, the girls raced their cars in a heated competition and each received a $1,000 scholarship. "They loved the technical challenge, in addition to the leadership opportunities and the camaraderie with the other STEM girls," observes ComEd CEO Anne Pramaggiore. "But their favorite part of the experience was using the power tools in constructing the race cars!"
From a professional stance, Ms. Pramaggiore has a future workforce to worry about. For that reason, she has invited the girls to come back to ComEd once they graduate college. "I'm very proud of the females that represent ComEd in the field," she adds. "Their skills range from meter reading to overhead line work to underground cable splicing. These women literally power our city…they power lives." www.comed.com
4. GirlForward provides mentorship, summer education programs and tutoring to about 100 girls annually, insuring they have access to opportunities to empower their independence and growth. Founder Blair Brettschneider moved to Chicago in 2010 and was working for a refugee resettlement agency when she was inspired to start the organization. "These girls went through things I cannot imagine, and they work as hard as they can for college and a career," she observes. "Coming to work is worthwhile everyday." www.girlforward.org
5. The leaders of the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana believe girls need opportunities, experiences and female role models to show them what's possible in the STEM world. Acknowledging that these girls are key to our country's economic success; to that end, the organization has built an impressive portfolio of STEM programs, including the girls-only First LEGO Robotics teams and sponsoring other fun programs like Spa Science, Thingamajigs and Whatchmacallits, among others.
"One of our priorities is to bring these same STEM experiences to those girls often overlooked," explains the local chapter's CEO Nancy Wright, who also notes that they're currently working with more than 5,000 at-risk girls "because we know they have the potential to succeed." www.girlscoutsgcnwi.org
6. Girls 4 Science wants girls to know they are needed in the science, math and technology fields. The 501(c)(3) non-profit operates a free Saturday Science Academy at Olive Harvey Community College, Malcolm X Community College and the University of St. Francis on a quarterly basis. Executive Director Jackie Lomax believes that dreams come true when you lead by example, and that's exactly how Girls 4 Science operates. Their mentors are professionals, college students and pioneers in science and technology, with more than 300 girls participating in the program since 2009. www.girls4science.org
7. Playing sports isn't just about burning off energy; it's about building confidence, teamwork and leadership skills. For 20 years, Girls in the Game has brought sports programs to Chicago schools and parks, often for girls who'd otherwise not have the opportunity.
The organization offers everything from traditional sports like basketball to non-traditional ones like lacrosse. Teenage participants also help coach the elementary and middle school girls. "It's amazing to watch the girls in these programs," says Dawn Kobel, senior development manager. "I've been here four-and-a-half years, and now I'm seeing some of them graduate high school. I see how they impact these younger girls; the younger ones really look up to them." www.girlsinthegame.org
8. Since girls and young women can fall victim to bad environments and influences that surround them, it's important for successful, positive women to take charge. Girls of Grace is committed to the holistic development of girls between ages 8 and 18, and embraces them with mentorship, leadership development and even etiquette training programs.
Founder/CEO Wytress Richardson knows how critical it is to break the cycle of bad behaviors before it's too late: "The responsibility lies with us; those of us who have been educated, are working in successful careers and have pulled ourselves up by our boot straps. We owe it to those coming after us…girls and women who have yet to have that chance." Through Girls of Grace, at-risk girls learn to value themselves, their potential and to become future leaders. www.girlsofgraceyouthcenter.org
9. Girls on the Run is a program for girls in third through eighth grade that teaches life skills through interactive lessons and running games. Situated all over the country, local programs include the Chicago area, Northwest Illinois, Central Illinois, East Central Illinois and Champaign. The goal is to help the girls unleash their confidence and prepare them to complete a celebratory 5k. CEO Elizabeth Kunz says she has "an immense amount of gratitude to serve an organization that honors authenticity, integrity, mindfulness and respect for others." www.girlsontherun.org
10. Because of a shortage of females in art criticism, the Goodman Theatre works hard make sure the voices of young women are heard through its Cindy Bandle Young Critics organization. In partnership with the Association for Women Journalists, the literary program for girls in the 11th grade blends theater criticism with writing, with each girl mentored by a professional writer.
"Many of the young women have used their experiences here as a launch pad for success in college and beyond," notes Willa Taylor, director of education and community engagement for Goodman Theatre. "Several students returned to be interns and teaching artists. And each fall several are hired for front-of-house positions." www.goodmantheatre.org
11. Not every girl is dealt a fair hand in life. That's why sisters Sunny Chico and Nely Bergsma set out to create Penedo Charitable Organization. Founded in 2009, PCO helps young girls make better life decisions in spite of the challenges they're facing.
"PCO is a place to not feel afraid," says Ms. Bergsma, who along with her sister inspires the girls to discover themselves and realize their self worth through one-on-one mentoring. PCO works on a cohort system, accepting 10 sixth-grade girls into their group each year. The first group of cohorts is now juniors in high school. www.penedocharitable.com
12. Conchetta Jones had the idea to incorporate self-esteem building into a fashion show that would culminate at the end of a yearlong mentorship program. She's All That now serves more than a dozen young girls a year in Chicago's South Side and south suburbs.
"We teach them voice projection and how to talk to people," shares Ms. Conchetta. "But we also talk about body image, and what you can and cannot change, and how to love yourself." With the help of the Chicago chapter of the National Association of Professional Women, She's All That brings girls on field trips to downtown Chicago to practice etiquette skills and open up new opportunities. www.shesallthatfan.com
13. Step Up is a national membership non-profit where professional women inspire young girls to be confident and college-bound. Through after-school programs in four Chicago high schools, Step Up members provide them resources necessary to reach their college goals.
"We empower these girls to be the next generation of leaders," explains Cassandra Gaddo, managing director for Step Up Chicago. "You see them progress and grow. By the time they're in 12th grade, they can talk to 200 Step Up professional women with confidence." Step Up currently serves 250 girls in Chicago, with a big goal beginning in 2015 – to launch the program in a new school each year. www.suwn.org
14. More than 5,000 girls in Chicago depend on programs offered by the Union League Boys and Girls Club. Specifically, there's the SMART Girls program, where adult women meet with the girls to discuss school and what is going on in their lives. The organization also has a science club run by a female science professor at Northwestern University, showing girls that women, too, can make strides in science.
"For me, in Chicago, kids have a tough life," says Stacy Fleming, trustee on the board of directors for the Union League Boys and Girls Club. "And they did nothing to deserve it. But these girls compete in leadership conferences, and you can tell they feel proud, and they compete for scholarships." www.ulbgc.org
15. The YWCA of Metropolitan Chicago is giving girls hands-on technology experience through its TechGYRLS youth empowerment program, which teaches them to work with technological tools while developing their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. At the end of this 12-week program, girls are experienced with programming, robotics and design, and ready to take on the technological challenges of the future.
"With programs like TechGYRLS and our Young Parents Program, the YWCA equips girls with the skills needed to compete in a highly competitive economy and work force," says CEO Dorri McWhorter. "We're ensuring that these 'future women' not only bring home the farm-raised bacon, but engineer the future hi-tech stove to fry it on!" www.ywcachicago.org
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Jean Stapleton, best known as Archie Bunker's long-suffering wife Edith in "All in the Family," died at her home in NYC on Friday. She was 90.
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vinaigrette to taste
Bring to a simmer and then reduce to low.Cover and cook for between 30 and 35 minutes.
Remove from heat and let sit covered for an additional five minutes.
Fluff and serve.
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As you noticed, the website has gone to the short mode once again. I am currently working on a larger project, and when that happens, I have very little time to keep the website updated. I've added a couple of columns. The interesting sites column are just interesting places I run across that you might like to look at too. My newest fantasy novel, Bringer of Justice, is now live. It is available on Amazon.I am also trying to raise funds to promote it. You can go to Indiegogo if you want to contribute.
The Indiegogo campaign seems to be falling flat. I would appreciate it if you would look at it and tell me if there is anything I could do to improve it. Thank you.
I received a very nice email yesterday a woman who had just finished reading Bringer of Justice. I asked if I could use her comments. She said I could if she could remain anonymous.
Below are her comments. "I loved your novel but I hate you because you made me cry. Kee and Vir were so real to me. Ailis was so real to me that I could not hate her. She could be so loving as well as vengeful. Oona made me laugh when she teased Vir. A hero who would blush…"
She went on to explain that she had read it on her Kindle and the battery ran out just before the end of the novel and she had to wait overnight before she could finish it. I should orient you about the characters she mentioned. Vir is the hero and Kee is his love interest. Ailis is one of the villains of the novel. Oona is a female character who constantly teases Vir with innuendo making him blush. With the lack of success so far in the crowdfunding area, her comments restored my faith in my ability to write fiction. It seems to prove that I have no marketing skill - grin!
I have been asked about the photo at the top of the website. People wanted to see the whole photo I used to make the website, so I have included it.
I had a couple requests for my email address. It is below in a form I hope the email harvesters cannot read. I do not want to be overrun with spam. The address reads my name "vcangell" plus the word "writer" all run together at Gmail [dot] com.
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Animal control and related matters in Claremont are handled by the Inland Valley Humane Society (IVHS). Injured, stray, lost or noisy animals, as well as animal attacks, can be reported directly to the IVHS during business hours or through the Claremont Police Department after hours.
Inland Valley Humane Society
500 Humane Way
Pomona, CA 91767
(909) 623-9777
The City of Claremont Municipal Code Section 6.12.200 through 6.12.240 deals with dogs that bark continuously to the annoyance of people in the neighborhood. Dogs that bark excessively can be very disturbing to your neighbors and can cause the owner a considerable amount of stress.
If the barking persists after visits from the Inland Valley Humane Society and the Claremont Police Department, you may file a "Declaration of Complaint" under section 6.12.200 of the Claremont Municipal Code. This section calls for two neighbors living in separate homes to file with the City's shelter master, which is the Inland Valley Humane Society, located in Pomona. After the declaration is filed, the Humane Society has their officers assigned to investigate the complaint. Sanctions for barking dogs can range from further training to removal of the dog from the residence. You may contact the Inland Valley Humane Society at (909) 623-9777.
As a dog owner, you must realize your responsibility toward your neighbors. The security of knowing that you have a real watchdog, as well as enjoying a peaceful and quiet neighborhood, is well worth the effort.
Because of the City's proximity to the foothills, the Claremont Hills Wilderness Park, and general mountainous region, Claremont has a local wildlife and coyote population that are regularly seen in town looking for food and water. Although coyotes are rarely a threat to humans, in order to make every effort to safeguard the Claremont community, the City has instructed all field staff to be on the look out for coyotes in public areas.
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More information is available on the following web sites:
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More than half of California is mountain lion habitat. Mountain lions generally exist wherever deer are found. They are solitary and elusive, and their nature is to avoid humans. Mountain lion attacks on humans are extremely rare. However, conflicts are increasing as California's human population expands into mountain lion habitat.
Dogfighting is a sadistic "contest" in which two dogs--specifically bred, conditioned, and trained to fight--are placed in a pit (generally a small arena enclosed by plywood walls) to fight each other for the spectators' entertainment and gambling. Fights average nearly an hour in length and often last more than two hours. Dogfights end when one of the dogs will not or cannot continue.
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Illegal dog fighting is a felony that carries a maximum sentence of three years; being present at a fight or while preparations for a fight are being made is a misdemeanor that carries a sentence of up to six months in jail.
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Wow. Cheap, good brush, nice & black, doesn't flake or clump... I can't really ask for much more in a mascara! The only reason it gets a 4 is that I have to brush it out a bit to smooth it out, but I really like this a lot. It's only like $3 too. It kind of reminds me of that "Natural Lash Darkener" stuff that CG sold when I was in high school. This isn't the mascara to buy if you want huge porn star lashes(I hate that look, lol), this is best for people who just want to darken & define their lashes for a subtle, natural look.
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I love mascara more than any other kind of makeup, and this is the best one out of the dozens (maybe over fifty even?) I've tried. This mascara is everything I love about mascara. It makes my eyes pop, it layers well, and it's cheap enough to pick up a new tube whenever I need a pick me up. The color is dark and lovely without being too overwhelming on my pale skin, the formula is thick and doesn't flake, and the wand gives me enough control to easily coat my lower lashes.
The one problem with this is that you need to brush it out, but that's pretty for me. I just use an old CoverGirl Lash Blast wand and it perfects the application.
I'm sure that I'll stray and try other mascaras because I'm too curious for my own good, but this is the first mascara I've ever bought more than one tube of, and that's really saying something.
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I like this inexpensive mascara! First, the color is lovely. Dark, almost blue-black, it really stands out against the skin. This is my first plastic applicator brush and I like it very much! I put on a few coats of the mascara, let it dry, and then curl and brush lashes. The final result: long, dark lashes with a tapered tip and no annoying flakes at the end each lash. Now that I've had the mascara for over two months it may be beginning to dry out-- I notice just a few flakes under my eyes at the end of a work day, but usually there haven't been any flakes at all. This mascara does not clump for me, but I always recommend using a lash brush just in case. This mascara also holds a curl pretty well! Wet n Wild doesn't test on animals and that should be top priority on everyone's list! Give this mascara a try, what do you have to lose?
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Don't like!!! This mascara is so clumpy and wet that it doesn't really do anything. The opening of the tube is too wide so the wand comes out with way too much product on it. Even if you try to scrape the excess off, it's still too much and the formula is too wet, to do anything beneficial to your lashes.
I feel the extreme wetness of the formula actually shortens my lashes. I have naturally long lashes, but this mascara makes them look stubby and skinny. Furthermore, if you look up or down within 5 minutes of application, you WILL get mascara on your brow bone or under your eyes. Very frustrating.
Good price, but not worth it. Will not purchase again, which is sad since I usually really love Wet 'N' Wild products.
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This is a great little mascara! Although it does not give volume, it deffinately makes my lashes look longer without clumping or making my lashes feel rough. The price is great too, only about $3. There are better mascaras out there, but for 3 dollars you can't really go wrong with wet n wild!
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More Funding for Low Achieving Students Improves School Outcomes
Posted on Monday November 17, 2014A new academic study shows that additional funding for low achieving students significantly increases schooling outcomes. It provides additional support for the full implementation of the Gonski funding plan. >> Read on...
OECD Says Australia is 'Low Equity' in Educational Resources
Posted on Tuesday October 21, 2014A new PISA in Focus published by the OECD shows that the gap in educational resources between advantaged and disadvantaged schools in Australia is the fifth largest in the OECD and one of the largest of all the 65 countries participating in PISA. >> Read on...
SOS Supplementary Submission on Low SES Funding Loadings
Posted on Sunday October 19, 2014A supplementary submission by Save Our Schools to the Federal Government's review of the low SES funding loadings says that the proposal by Independent Schools Victoria to remove the additional loadings for schools with greater concentrations of low SES students should be rejected. >> Read on...
Money Matters, Spend it Right
Posted on Wednesday October 15, 2014Research shows that increased funding definitely improves student outcomes, especially for disadvantaged students. Claims by the Federal Minister for Education regarding large increases in funding over the past decade are incorrect. >> Read on...
Gonski Funding Will Future Proof Access to Quality Education
Posted on Sunday October 12, 2014Gonski funding will provide significant learning opportunities for students most in need. >> Read on...
The Case for Gonski Plus Funding Loadings for Low SES Students
Posted on Wednesday October 1, 2014An education research brief from SOS shows that the current Federal Government funding loadings for low SES students are far too low to be effective. >> Read on...
Review of Low SES Loadings Should be Public
Posted on Sunday September 21, 2014Unpublished letter to The Australian criticizes the lack of transparency of the review of the low SES loadings. >> Read on...
The Debate is Over: Money Matters in Education
Posted on Friday August 1, 2014An SOS research paper shows that the debate over whether money matters in education is over. Money does matter, especially for disadvantaged students. >> Read on...
Money Matters in Education
Posted on Sunday July 27, 2014A comprehensive review of research studies on the relationship between school funding and student achievement shows that money matters in education, especially for disadvantaged students. >> Read on...
Gonski Panel Member Outlines a Future Agenda for Gonksi Funding
Posted on Thursday July 3, 2014Gonski panel member, Ken Boston, calls for more action to implement the Gonski funding model. >> Read on...
Kevin Andrews Exposes Pyne's Hypocrisy on Gonski
Posted on Friday June 13, 2014Social Services Minister, Kevin Andrews, has exposed Christopher Pyne's rejection of conditions on Federal school funding for the states as an opportunistic way to subvert the Gonski funding plan. >> Read on...
School Money Wars
Posted on Tuesday June 10, 2014Government funding of schools has only increased by 1.3 per cent a year in real terms over the last decade. This is three times less than the figure claimed by the Federal Minister for Education and the National Commission of Audit report. >> Read on...
Wealthy Private Schools Walk Away from Pyne's Train Wreck With Millions in Over-funding
Posted on Tuesday June 10, 2014Analysis by NSW Greens MP, Dr. John Kaye, shows that wealthy NSW private schools will continue to reap millions in over-funding while government schools will lose about $851 million from the axing of the Gonski funding model by the Federal Government. >> Read on...
Gonski Panel Member Refutes Criticisms of Needs-based Funding Plan
Posted on Monday June 9, 2014Gonksi panel member, Ken Boston, has comprehensively refuted criticism of the needs-based funding plan recommended by the report. >> Read on...
Taxation Reform to Fund Growth and Social Spending
Posted on Tuesday June 3, 2014The National Commission of Audit focused on cutting expenditure and failed to consider revenue raising options to fund the Gonski school funding plan and other social investment. A white paper by Nobel prize winner in economics, Joe Stiglitz, investigates options to raise revenue. This should be part of our national discussion. >> Read on...
Gonski on Gonski
Posted on Monday May 26, 2014The chairman of the Gonski school funding review has criticized the Commission of Audit recommendation to Government that his funding plan be abandoned. >> Read on...
Research Study Shows that Increased Funding Delivers Better Outcomes for Low Income Students
Posted on Tuesday May 20, 2014A new study shows that increased school funding improves school outcomes for disadvantaged students, increases their adult earnings and reduces adult poverty. >> Read on...
Abbott Govt Turns its Back on Public Schools and Disadvantaged Students
Posted on Friday May 16, 2014The Federal Budget is a disaster for public education in Australia. It has killed off the Gonski school funding increases for 2017-18 and 2018-19. Public schools stand to over $6 billion as a result. >> Read on...
Shorten Re-affirms Labor's Commitment to the Full Gonski
Posted on Wednesday April 2, 2014Leader of the Opposition, Bill Shorten, has given an unequivocal commitment to the final two years of Gonski funding. This shifts the microscope to the May Budget to see whether the Coalition Government supports an increase in school funding into the fifth year of the Gonski plan.< >> Read on...
Is This the End of Gonksi?
Posted on Tuesday April 1, 2014There appears to be a new unity ticket between Labor and the Coalition on the Gonski school funding. Labor is having second thoughts about supporting the full Gonski. >> Read on...
Gonksi Panel Member Slams Labor's Ineptitude on Gonski Funding
Posted on Tuesday March 25, 2014Gonski panel member, Ken Boston, has slammed the Labor Party for failing on the politics of delivering the full Gonski school funding model. >> Read on...
Federal Officials Confirm the Coalition's Sabotage of Gonski
Posted on Wednesday March 12, 2014At Senate Estimates hearings last month officials from the Federal Department of Education confirmed the Government's sabotage of the Gonski funding model. >> Read on...
Pyne's Opportunistic Support of States' Rights Has Sabotaged Gonski
Posted on Tuesday February 25, 2014Christopher Pyne has opportunistically grasped states' rights to sabotage the Gonski funding plan by not requiring state governments to increase education funding. Yet, the Government is keeping conditions attached to other specific purpose payments to the states. >> Read on...
The Coalition Has Sabotaged Gonksi
Posted on Tuesday January 21, 2014The Coalition has sabotaged the Gonksi funding plan. It has guaranteed funding increases for private schools but not for government schools. >> Read on...
Gonksi Report and Related Documents
Posted on Tuesday December 24, 2013The Gonski review report and documents removed from the website of the Federal Department of Education are available here. >> Read on...
Gonski Documents Expunged from the Public Record
Posted on Tuesday December 24, 2013In an extraordinary move, the Gonski report and related documents have been removed from the website of the Federal Department of Education. It is an indication of how opposed Christopher Pyne is to the Gonski funding model. >> Read on...
The New School Funding Plan
Posted on Saturday July 20, 2013An overview of the new National Plan for School Improvement. >> Read on...
More Evidence that Money Matters in Education
Posted on Friday July 5, 2013A new review of research studies on the relationship between expenditure on schools and education outcomes has added to the weight of evidence supporting the Gonski funding model. Numerous international studies conducted since the early 2000s show a positive impact of increased expenditure in schools, especially for disadvantaged students. >> Read on...
Gonski is on the Right Track – Money Does Matter for Disadvantaged Students
Posted on Tuesday June 18, 2013The Gonski funding model is on the right track in boosting funding for under-resourced schools and disadvantaged students. The refusal of the Victorian, Queensland, Western Australian and Northern Territory governments to sign on to Gonski will deprive low income, Indigenous and remote area students of the chance to improve their results. >> Read on...
Studies Show that Money Does Matter
Posted on Monday June 17, 2013A research review has found that money does matter in education. Increasing school funding improves student results and that more targeted spending benefits students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Gonski is on the right track. >> Read on...
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The SealSkinz Lightweight Overshoes are ideal for all types of cycling, whether you're on the road, a muddy trail or an everyday commuter, these overshoes will keep your feet and shoes warm and dry. These overshoes are made from a waterproof material and are fleece lined to keep your feet warmer and dryer than normal cycle overshoes. These overshoes have a completely open under foot with a strong adjustable Velcro strap under the arch, making the shoes suitable for everyday shoes as well as cycling shoes.
These overshoes have a very close fitting and feature a silicone leg gripper to keep the water out of the top. They are really easy to slip on and off as well thanks to their easy pull-on loop and their YKK reflective zipper. The shoes also have an adjustable Velcro tab so you can easily get the perfect fit around your ankles. Another great feature about these SealSkinz overshoes is their Kevlar toe for abrasion resistance and they have a storm flap inside zip for added water protection.
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Royal Mails standard Airmail service. Worldwide delivery at a very good price, no tracking. Handed over to your countries own national delivery service once past customs. Delivery time - allow up to 10 days for non EU countries
Royal Mail Priorty Airmail 4-8 Days: $15.07
Royal Mail international serivce is the quickest and best service for small parcels. For Europe please allow 3-7 days, for Australia, USA, Canada, Japan and other countries the service is normally 4-8 working days. This service allow some tracking and requires a signature.
Used these once already and kept my shoes and just as importantly my feet nice and dry.
Excellent product and would highly recommend.
Lovely and dry feet now I have purchased these overshoes, I have size 47 shoes and ordered the xl which fit perfect. I have purchased several sealskinz products and they are all very good quality.
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A new study by an international team of researchers from Cardiff University and University of Maryland has revealed how a cup of black tea could be the next line of defence in the threat of bio-terrorism.
According to the team of scientists led by Professor Les Baillie from Welsh School of Pharmacy at Cardiff University and Doctor Theresa Gallagher, Biodefense Institute, part of the Medical Biotechnology Centre of the University of Maryland Biotechnology Institute in Baltimore, the humble cup of tea could well be an antidote to Bacillus anthracis –more commonly know as anthrax.
As a nation, the British currently drink 165 million cups of tea, and the healing benefits of the nation's favourite beverage have long been acknowledged.
But now the team has found that the widely-available English Breakfast tea has the potential to inhibit the activity of anthrax, as long as it is black tea.
Anthrax - a potentially fatal human disease - is caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis. A very serious and rapidly progressing form of the disease occurs when bacterial spores are inhaled making anthrax a potent threat when used as a biological warfare agent.
Published in the March issue of the Society for Applied Microbiology's journal Microbiologist, Professor Baillie said: "Our research sought to determine if English Breakfast tea was more effective than a commercially available American medium roast coffee at killing anthrax. We found that special components in tea such as polyphenols have the ability to inhibit the activity of anthrax quite considerably."
The study provides further evidence of the wide range of beneficial physiological and pharmalogical effects of this common household item.
The research also shows that the addition of whole milk to a standard cup of tea completely inhibited its antibacterial activity against anthrax.
Professor Baillie continued: "I would suggest that in the event that we are faced with a potential bio-terror attack, individuals may want to forgo their dash of milk at least until the situation is under control.
"What's more, given the ability of tea to bring solace and steady the mind, and to inactivate Bacillus anthracis and its toxin, perhaps the Boston Tea Party was not such a good idea after all."
Professor Les Baillie is Professor of Microbiology at Welsh School of Pharmacy. He is also Associate Professor, Director Biodefense Initiative, Medical Biotechnology Centre, University of Maryland Biotechnology Institute in Baltimore, and Adjunct Professor in the Microbiology and Immunology Department, University of Maryland at Baltimore.
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ALBANY - Albany Police say they arrested an Albany man after he allegedly led police on a chase with his infant child in the car.
Police say they responded to the 200 block of South Allen Street for a report of a man with a gun who had fled the scene following a domestic dispute. When they arrived, police say they were told by the mother of the child involved that the father had left with the child and was armed with a handgun.
Police say when they spotted the vehicle on Bertha Street and attempted to stop it, the driver, identified as 55-year-old Gregory Parker, refused to stop and a pursuit began. Police claim that Parker made several comments that created concern for the well-being of himself and the child.
According to police the pursuit ended without an incident on South Allen Street and Parker was taken into custody.
Parker was charged with Menacing, Endangering the Welfare of a Child, Reckless Endangerment, Unlawful Fleeing, and Resisting arrest.


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The Sport Coach Pathfinder models have luxurious quality mixed with very creative functionality. They thought of everything possible to make your Coachmen Motorhome experience a superior one. The Pathfinder will take your family from coast to coast or just to the next town. Wherever your destination, this Motorhome has it covered with ease and comfort.
You can purchase the Sport Coach Pathfinder in four models: 385 DS, 390 TS, 405 FK, and 406 QS. Each model has all the standard amementies with a few extra bells and whistles thrown in for good measure. The features in the Coachmen Sport Pathfinder were designed to provide comfort and convenience for the traveler. The driver will be confident and content, while navigating to the vacationing destination with these special features. A Rear Vision & Side View Cameras w/ Color Monitor so the driver is aware of the surroundings with minimal effort. A 340 HP ISB Cummins Rear Diesel Engine, for power on the road and climbing hills. A Telescoping Tilt Steering Wheel to optimize comfort. And finally, a deluxe six-way power seat that swivels into the living room with minimal effort when the trip is done.
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The interior includes all the comforts of home from a fully functional kitchen with wood cabinets, dishwasher and stainless steel refrigerator, Corian Countertops, and a central vacuum system. The flooring is a beautiful high gloss tile to add to the richness of the living quarters. ThePathfinder is also washer and dryer ready.
Think about all the comforts of home, and you will experience them in the Pathfinder. From the Deluxe Innerspring Pillowtop Mattress, to the fine details of bedspread, pillow shams and décor pillows. A 32'' LCD TV awaits you in the living room as you get cozy in your Deluxe Pivoting Euro Chair with Ottoman. The Pathway is also pre-wired for your manual Satellite Dish. When you head to the bathroom, you will find that tastefully designed as well, along with plenty of storage for your things.
No detail was missed in this very inviting Motor home and the options you have to make it uniquely your own are many. So for your next adventure, imagine how fun it could be in a Sport Coach Pathfinder.
Walkthrough the Sportscoach Pathfinder, or see the pictures online,
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I've watched many slim in 6 commercials, and i'm curious if you have had any good things from it, or not good things.
Fitness Videos - Slim in 6-tell me your experiencesView Full Version : Slim in 6-tell me your experiences campbellredhead 10-03-2007, 03:33 PM I've watched many slim in 6 commercials, and i'm curious if you have had any good things from it, or not good things. ShyShy19 10-03-2007, 04:15 PM I watched the commercial too, it looked kinda cool. You can go to amazon.com and read reviews on it. ggmugsy 10-03-2007, 04:44 PM I think anybody that says, "You can be slim in 6 weeks!!!" should be taken out and shot. I mean, really, unless you have less than 20 pounds to lose, this statement is just a pipe dream. Having said that, I haven't been sucked into the Slim In 6 program, but I did pay about $150 for the Six Week Body Makeover. Huge waste. It was incredibly restrictive and his philosophy on exercise does not match my own. He's trying to keep you out of ketosis, which is your body burning your own muscle to survive . . . I think you lose it by eating sensibly, working out HARD, and finding a lifestyle you can really live with long term. Not for just 6 weeks. mom2mollie 10-03-2007, 06:00 PM I used the slim in 6 video for a few weeks (got bored and stopped before I did the third one). It's a comprehensive workout, and I liked it because I'm nursing and it's low-impact (no bouncing on my large nursing glands...), but you will definitely be sore the next day. If you're new to working out, go easy and do the first one for 2-3 weeks and then alternate the 1st and 2nd for a while. The first workout is about 30 mins, the second on is 48 mins and the third one is 60 mins. There is a lot of footage at the end of each workout promoting Beachbody's supplements (which are supposed to help you get slimmer in the 6 weeks). If you order Slim in 6, order it off Amazon, otherwise Beachbody will start sending you videos every other month and charging you for them. Hope this helped. I got a little bored doing the same routine every day with slim in 6 but I do it every once in a while if I'm not able to make it to the gym, and I HURT the next day-- very good workout to have around. Also-- you need free weights or resistance bands for the strengthening part of the program. Hope this helped! vBulletin® v3.6.7, Copyright ©2000-2015, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
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I just had a chance to test out gahh! formula by Bio Terra Herbs. I've had too many changes in my life during the past 2 1/2 years - divorce, moving out of my home into an apartment, hooking up with an ex-boyfriend, moving into his house, HATING living there, moving back into an apartment. Started a new job, resigned from that job as the commute was too long, found a new job when I moved to boyfriends house, laid off from that job, found a new job, HATED that job, quit that job, went back to full time freelance writing and blogging with NO benefits. And some really awful things that are too personal to share.
Anyways, you could say I've been under a lot of stress lately. BioTerra's GAH Stress is their formula to help master everyday stress. I received a 60 capsule bottle, which is a 30-day supply based on the suggested serving size of 2 capsules per day. The capsules are non GMO, gluten-free and vegan.
Above: ingredients label for gah stress by BioTerra Herbs.
We all know it well. It's an unfortunate part of our everyday life and, let's be honest, it SUCKS. We are faced with ultimate juggling act of "this assignment is due in 10 minutes", you promised to bring cupcakes to the kids' school fundraiser, and your phone is swimming in the toilet. We don't know if it is possible for someone to spontaneously combust from stress overload but we don't want to find out! Relax. We'll give you a second in paradise.
Being an herbal supplement, this is not a quick fix medication. It's not like you have a headache and can take a couple of aspirin to get relief. It takes 10-14 days for the herbal formula to build up in your system before you will notice results. But I definitely started to feel calmer, and less anxious about 12 days after I started taking the supplement.
I didn't notice any side effects while taking the stress pill, and will continue using gah stress formula on a daily basis. BioTerra Herbs manufacturers many great herbal products including huh? Mental Focus, belch Digestion and achoo Cough/Throat. And check out their packaging, the labels on the front of the formula boxes are HILARIOUS! Find them on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterst and Instagram.
I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.


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People | 4 |
Bedrooms | 2 |
Bathrooms | 2 |
Property type | condo |
Minimum Stay | 5 nights |
Come relax in this clean and modern upstairs vacation condo in beautiful sunny south Palm Springs. This vacation retreat is decorated with Palm Springs contemporary comfort in mind, and is fully stocked with the amenities to make it your perfect home away from home.
The Palm Canyon Villas are known for having beautifully kept grounds with towering palm trees, well-maintained lush landscaping, and a comfortable resort feel. The four unique pools and four tennis courts are all newly refinished and immaculate. The location is terrific, with walking paths, golf courses, hiking, and shopping within a quarter mile of the property. The residents and tenants of Palm Canyon Villas are primarily 40+, and the atmosphere is peaceful, friendly, and very relaxed.
Read on the lanai and enjoy the view of the pool and the gardens, or take in a game of tennis just steps from the unit. If golf is your sport, the popular Tahquitz Creek public golf course is right across the street. Take in a swim in one of the four salt water pools. At night prepare a meal in the fully stocked modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and then eat in the dining room or on the lanai. For your entertainment, There are two 42' flat screen TV's with HD programming and TiVo-style DVR's to record your favorite programs. Or choose from the DVD library or from 1000's of streaming Netflix movies.
The spacious master bedroom (w/ cal king bed) features an en suite bathroom and a sitting area with a desk and a chair where you can read or use your laptop with the provided high speed WiFi internet. The guest bedroom (w/ queen bed) is smaller but comfortable for one or two people. Both bedrooms feature high quality luxurious bedding.
Please use the form on the right to contact me with any questions you might have. I am happy to assist you.
My name is Colin, and I am the owner of this condo. I have lived in Palm Springs for over 9 wonderful years. In 2011 I bought this condo and updated it to make it the kind of place I would like to stay in.
Colin Sowa purchased this condo in 2011
Palm Canyon Villas is a beautifully maintained property in south Palm Springs, which is very desirable to vacationers. The multiple pools and tennis courts, and easy access to golf and shopping make it a perfect vacation spot.
This condo is rented by the owner, not a rental agency ensuring you more personal and prompt replies and service. To make your stay a little easier, the condo is stocked with a week or two supply of staple goods like tissues, toilet paper, garbage bags, paper towels, and laundry supplies.
Your condo was a dream. Every need was anticipated. Thank you so much for making our stay so easy. We definitely will be coming back and hope that your condo will be available. P.S. Marilyn was great!
Great location with quick access to the airport, downtown Palm Springs, and all the other desert cities. Walking distance to Vons, Trader Joes, and other shopping. Next door to Tahquitz Creek Golf Course (public) and hiking trails.
Rental Period | Minimum Rate | Additional Nights | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly * | Event Rate | |||
High Season (Nov - Apr)
6 Nov 2014 -
30 Apr 2015
5 night minimum stay
for 5 nights
Low Season (May - Oct)
1 May 2015 -
31 Oct 2015
5 night minimum stay
for 5 nights
Cleaning Fee | $75 + Tax |
Refundable Damage Deposit | $300 |
Tax Rate | 11.5% |
Notes | Note: There is a $75 cleaning fee. Stays under 28 nights pay a 11.5% City Room Tax (TOT #4834). There is a discounted monthly rate. Stays over 20 days will be discounted based on the monthly rate. Standard rental agreement required. Please email me with any questions. |
* Approximate monthly rate. Actual rate will depend on the days of the month you stay.
Please Note: The owner of this property accepts payment in the original currency specified (USD), before use of conversion tool. The conversion tool is provided for your convenience only. The owner may accept other currencies if specifically agreed in advance.


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Current Postdoctoral Researchers
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Antonio Pena Antonio J. Peña holds B.S. and M.S. degrees in computer engineering (2006), and M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in advanced computer systems (2010, 2013) from Jaume I University of Castellón, Spain. |
January 17, 2013 | |
Samuel M. D. Seaver Sam Seaver was born in Tunbridge Wells, UK. His fascination with complex systems in molecular biology and biochemistry led to his pursuit of research in bioinformatics. He received his Ph.D. |
January 17, 2013 | |
Azamat Mametjanov Azamat Mametjanov is a postdoctoral researcher in the Laboratory for Advanced Numerical Simulations at Argonne. He obtained his PhD from the University of Nebraska Omaha. |
January 17, 2013 | |
Diego Fazi Diego Fazi is a postdoctoral appointee in the Solar Conversion group, where he pursues his passion for solar energy and artificial photosynthesis. |
February 27, 2013 | |
Martin Bettge Martin Bettge is a postdoctoral associate at Argonne National Laboratory, where he diagnoses materials degradation in lithium-ion batteries to improve their lifetime and performance in transportati |
April 8, 2013 | |
Diana Berman Diana Berman received a Ph.D. in experimental nanoscale physics, specializing in nanostructures and surfaces, from North Carolina State University. |
April 8, 2013 | |
Kurt Frey Modeling and simulation of complex physical and chemical systems, with particular emphasis on physical property estimation |
April 8, 2013 | |
Yi-Wen Chiu As a multidisciplinary scientist, Dr. Chiu's main research interests are to understand the coupling and interaction of human and natural systems by applying integrated modeling tools. |
April 29, 2013 | |
Leonardo (Leo) Bautista Gomez Leonardo A. Bautista-Gomez conducts research on reliability for extreme scale supercomputers. He received a B.Sc. in computer science and a M.Sc. |
May 8, 2013 | |
Wesley Bland Wesley Bland's current projects include MPICH and GVR, as well as activities in the MPI Forum's Fault Tolerance Working Group. |
May 13, 2013 |