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In the June 29 Edition:
Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride Month (June)Best
Practices for Keeping Your Family Safe Online (July 2)Youth
Spark Summer Camps – Smart Game Design/Beginner (July 6-10; July 20-24; August
3-7; August 17-21)Youth
Spark Summer Camps – Smart Game Coding/Beginner (July 6-9; July 20-24; August
3-6; August 17-21)Youth
Spark Summer Camps – Smart Game Design/Intermediate (July 13-17; July 27-31;
August 10-14)Youth
Spark Summer Camps – Smart Game Coding/Intermediate (July 13-17; July 27-31;
August 10-14)RSVP
Orientation (August 10)Alexandria
Youth Leadership Conference (August 17-19)Language
Access Leadership Conference (October 15)Save
the Date: National Reduce Tobacco Use Conference (April 25-26)
Siemens Competition in Math, Science, and
TechnologyYoung Artists PrizeJohnson
in the Winner's CircleWorkforce Development
Center Training ProgramsRedistricting Review
CommitteeWorkshop Proposals for
National Mentoring SummitRosalynn
Carter Leadership in Caregiving AwardNational
Crime Victims' Service AwardsShell
Science Teaching AwardLifetime
Achievement Award in Mathematics EducationFrederick and Florence
Bauder Endowment for the Support of Physics TeachingLeavey Awards for
Excellence in Private Enterprise EducationOutstanding Information
Science Teacher AwardVera
List Center Accepting Art and Politics FellowshipsJames
Madison Memorial FellowshipDistinguished
Fellows ProgramMidcareer
Democracy FellowsFund
for Environmental JournalismAbe
Fellowship for JournalistsFormulating a Science
Vision for Health Disparities Research
Office of Youth Services Listing of Grant Opportunities
Research & Resources
Children's Free Summer
Food Service ProgramVirginia Preschool InitiativeT.C. Williams GraduationLyles Brothers Represent
United States in Historic Cuba MeetInternational Academy: 'We
Know We Will Succeed'Ramsay Students Create
Empowering Music VideoTheogony On Air: Student
WellnessPrincipal of T.C. Williams
Retires After Working to Transform High SchoolSuperintendent Selects New
Principal of Francis C. Hammond Middle SchoolSchool Board Appoints
Student Liaisons for Next YearSchool Board Approves
Redistricting FrameworkSchool Board Adopts Goals
and Objectives of 2020 Strategic PlanSchool Board Adopts and
Revises More than 50 PoliciesBoard Adopts/Revises More
PoliciesSchool Board Approves
Construction of New Building for Patrick HenryNominations Kick Off for
Second Hall of Fame
Education Reform Not Enough
to Close Achievement Gap: ReportMinorities Less Likely to
Be Identified for Special Education, Study FindsStudy on Minorities in
Special Education Proves ProvocativeIs Special Education
Racist?Hurdles in Pairing
General, Special Education TeachersDiscipline Practices Erect
Detours for Special-Needs StudentsA Matter of Equity:
Preschool in AmericaHead
Start Proposals Draw Cheers, CautionsThe Condition of Education
2015Key "Soft Skills" that
Foster Youth Workforce SuccessUrban Districts Embrace
Social-Emotional LearningGuidebook Suggests Best
Supports for Low-Income College StudentsColleges Are Using Big
Data to Identify When Students are Likely to Flame OutThe Economic Value of
College MajorsThe New Forgotten Half:
Those Who Pursue College But Never Earn a Degree
Youth Well-Being
No School Alone: How
Community Risks and Assets Contribute to School and Youth SuccessCalifornia's Child Care ConundrumHealthy Habits for Youth
in AfterschoolBaltimore Young to Get
Volunteer Work Making City Greener Under 50-City PlanMonitoring the Future
National Survey ResultsTeens, Social Media &
Technology Overview 2015New Office Will Coordinate
ACF Anti-Trafficking InitiativesDomestic Human
Trafficking: A New Look at U.S. VictimsUpdated Anti-Trafficking
Brochure 'Bought and Sold'Child Sex Trafficking and
Commercial Sexual Exploitation: Health Care Needs of Victims"Missing Children, State
Care, and Child Sex Trafficking: Engaging the Judiciary in Building a
Collaborative Response"New Book Helps Children
Cope with Worry and AnxietyTeen Deaths by Suicide,
Homicide, and FirearmsWhat Three People Learned
About Suicide and Kids"Protect, Heal, Thrive:
Lessons Learned from the Defending Childhood Demonstration Program"Weapon Involvement in the
Victimization of ChildrenThe Incarceration of
Children & Youth in New Jersey's Adult Prison System"Multijurisdictional
Teen Court Evaluation: A Comparative Evaluation of Three Teen Court Models"Juvenile Justice GPS –
Geography, Policy, Practice & StatisticsPermanent Connections for
Youth in Foster CareWhat Works for Transition
Age Youth with EBDMore Youth Reaching Out
for Help Before They RunMany Homeless Youth Experience
Traumatic Brain InjuryA Client Advocate Explains
How LGBTQ Homeless Youth Can Petition for Child SupportEpidemic
of HIV Among Youth Needs Structural RepairBiggest
Obstacles to HIV Treatment Aren't MedicalHealth-Care
Coverage for Youth in Foster Care
City Financial Inclusion
Efforts: A National OverviewFamily Engagement
InventoryMoving to Young Adult
Life: A Legal Guide for Parents of Youth with Mental Health NeedsHelping Foster and
Adoptive Families Cope with TraumaRecommended LGBTQ
Children, Youth, and Families Cultural Competence Tools, Curricula, and
ResourcesResponding to Children of
Arrested Parents
Workshops & Webinars
in Action (July 1)Ready
Youth Learning Cohort (July 8, July 14)Best
Practices in Pre-apprenticeship for Nontraditional Occupations (July 14)Legal
Challenges to Medical Testimony: Hearsay, Daubert and Other Critical Pretrial
Motion (July 20)Women
Unbarred: Recovery and Supports for Women Involved with the Criminal Justice System
(July 23)Enough
is Known for Action: Credentials that Count for Youth (On Demand)Enough
is Known for Action: Implementing Effective Work Experience Models for Youth
(On Demand)Enough
is Known for Action: Preparing to Deliver Expanded Services to Out-of-School
Youth (On Demand)Enough
is Known for Action: Making the Shift – Successfully Leveraging in School Youth
and Out-of-School YouthEnough
is Known for Action: Firing Up Youth Standing Committees (On Demand)
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender
Pride Month (June)President
Obama issued a proclamation in 2011 declaring June as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual
and Transgender Pride. In support of the goals of the month, the National Child
Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) has compiled a list of
helpful links for educators, mental health and child welfare professionals,
parents and caregivers, and youth.
Best Practices for Keeping Your Family
Safe Online (July 2)Workshop
participants will learn the basics of keeping themselves and their families
safe online. Participants will also learn how to set parental controls for
Windows 8.1, Bing, and Xbox as well as get great tips on how to talk to kids
about online safety and detect signs of cyber-bullying. The event will
be held at the Microsoft Store located on the ground level of the Fashion
Centre at Pentagon City (1100 S. Hayes St.).
Youth Spark Summer Camps – Smart Game
Design/Beginner (July 6-10; July 20-24; August 3-7; August 17-21)The
free camp offers
youth ages 8-11 with no previous coding experience hands-on experience with the
latest technology as they learn how to code, create games, and use their
creativity and imagination. The camp is two hours per day for four consecutive
days, and will take place at the Microsoft Store located on the ground level of
the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City (1100 S. Hayes St.).
Youth Spark Summer Camps – Smart Game
Coding/Beginner (July 6-9; July 20-24; August 3-6; August 17-21)Youth
ages 8-11 with no previous coding experience are afforded hands-on experience
with the latest technology as they learn how to code, create games, and use
their creativity and imagination. The free camp is two
hours per day for four consecutive days, and will take place at the Microsoft
Store located on the ground level of the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City (1100
S. Hayes St.).
Youth Spark Summer Camps – Smart Game
Design/Intermediate (July 13-17; July 27-31; August 10-14)The
free summer camp for youth ages 11 and older with some previous coding
experience. The camp is two
hours per day for four consecutive days, and will take place at the Microsoft
Store located on the ground level of the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City (1100
S. Hayes St.).
Youth Spark Summer Camps – Smart Game
Coding/Intermediate (July 13-17; July 27-31; August 10-14)The
free camp at
the Microsoft Store located on the ground level of the Fashion Centre at
Pentagon City (1100 S. Hayes St.) gives youth ages 11 and older hands-on
experience with the latest technology as they learn how to code, create games,
and use their creativity and imagination. The camp lasts four consecutive days,
two hours per day.
RSVP Orientation (August 10)A
one-time, one-hour orientation for
Northern Virginia residents who wish to learn about volunteer opportunities,
RSVP member benefits, and volunteer policies will be held at Beatley Central
Library (5005 Duke Street).
Alexandria Youth Leadership Conference
(August 17-19)The
free conference for rising 9th – 12th graders will
feature workshops about leadership, public speaking, resume writing, and
becoming a community change maker as well as guest speakers. The event will
take place at First Baptist Church (2932 King Street). Register at www.preventitalexandria.org or www.keepit360.org by August 10. For more information or transportation assistance
contact Kim Hurley
or text questions to #30644.
Language Access Leadership Conference
(October 15)The
Alexandria Department of Community and Human Services is hosting the third
annual Language Access Leadership Conference. Support the Alexandria community by learning how to
understand and better serve individuals with limited English proficiency by
attending the event at the Mary M. Gates Learning Center (701 N. Fairfax St.,
Save the Date: National Reduce Tobacco
Use Conference (April 25-26)The
Virginia Foundation for Healthy Youth conference
will showcase the latest in tobacco-use prevention, reduction and cessation
with youth and young adults. Registration will open this summer for the event,
which will be held at the Crystal Gateway Marriott.
Siemens Competition in Math, Science, and
fosters intensive research that improves students' understanding of the value
of scientific study and informs their consideration of future careers in these
disciplines. It is the nation's premiere science research competition for high
school students and seeks to promote excellence by encouraging students to
undertake individual or team research projects. Students can compete as an
individual or as a member of a two or three-person team. Scholarships for
winning projects range from $1,000 to $100,000. The competition will close
September 22.
Young Artists PrizeThe
National YoungArts Foundation provides emerging artists (ages 15-18 or grades
10-12) with opportunities to work with renowned mentors, access to significant
scholarships and national recognition. The objective is to help ensure the
nation's most outstanding young artists are encouraged to pursue a career in
the arts. Support is offered in ten artistic disciplines: cinematic arts,
dance, design, jazz, music, photography, theater, visual arts, voice, and
writing. The program selects up to seven hundred winners per year from students
across the country. Winners will receive grants of up to $10,000 each and have the opportunity to
attend YoungArts programs as well as partake in workshops, interdisciplinary
activities, performances, and master classes with internationally renowned
artists. Application materials must be received no later than October 16.
Johnson PrizeThe
prize is awarded annually to
an early-career African-American artist in the areas of painting, photography,
sculpture, printmaking, installation, and/or a new genre. "Early career" is
interpreted liberally to include artists who have finished their academic work
within the last dozen years. Age is not determinative and artists who have not
earned BFAs or MFAs are still eligible as long as they have not been working as
an artist for more than twelve years. The prize is a $25,000 cash award. The
deadline is September 18.
Women in the Winner's CircleThe
program provides direct financial assistance in the form of matching grants to
women in racing to help further their professional careers in all forms of
racing, including go kart, quarter midget, drag racing, sports car racing, and
oval track racing. Applicants
must be women drivers who can prove that funds equal to the grant amount
requested have been raised from sponsors for the specific racing series and
season identified. Applications may be submitted from August 1 through
September 30.
Workforce Development Center Training
in partnership with ACPS Adult Learning Center is now offering three training
programs – Electrical/ Groundsmen Test
Preparation, Certified Medical
Administrative Assistant, and Pharmaceutical Technician for eligible City
Redistricting Review CommitteeParents,
high school students, and city residents are invited to apply for the
Redistricting Review Committee. With the goal of addressing current and future
elementary school capacity needs across Alexandria City Public Schools, the
role of the committee is to review options developed by an independent third
party. Committee members will be chosen
through an open application process. Applications must be submitted by June 30.
Workshop Proposals for National
Mentoring SummitMENTOR:
The National Mentoring Partnership is seeking workshop proposals for its
national summit from January 27-29, 2016 in Washington, D.C. Sessions will focus on how mentoring
relationships can support the growth of youth and communities. Prospective
workshop presenters are encouraged to design sessions that reflect this theme
and the recommendations outlined in MENTOR's 2014 report "The
Mentoring Effect: Young People's Perspectives on the Outcomes and Availability
of Mentoring". Submit workshop
proposals online by
June 26.
Rosalynn Carter Leadership in Caregiving
award recognizes leadership in implementing innovative partnerships between
community agencies and caregiving researchers that bridge the gap between
science and practice. Winning partnerships will clearly demonstrate progress in
one or more of the following: educating the public about the critical role
family caregivers play in the nation's long-term healthcare system and the
risks associated with serving in that role; assuring that caregivers receive
evidence-based, effective support services that target their identified needs;
supporting the translation of evidence-based caregiver programs into community
settings; advocating for tax and public policy changes; targeting investments
that lead to sustainable funding, and providing leadership for coordination of
efforts to support family caregivers. The winning partnership will receive a
cash award of $15,000. Nominations
must be submitted by August 1.
National Crime Victims' Service AwardsThe
Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) will recognize individuals, teams, programs,
and organizations that provide outstanding service in support of victims of
crime. Every year, OVC selects the award recipients from public nominations and
honors them at the National Crime
Victims' Service Awards Ceremony in Washington, D.C. This year a new award
category—the Tomorrow's
Leaders Award—will honor and highlight youth as old as 24 years of age for
their extraordinary efforts to support victims of crime. Information on how to
nominate an individual, team, program, or organization is available on the OVC web site.
Nominations are due by July 30, 2015, through OVC's Online
Nomination Form.
Shell Science Teaching AwardThe
annual program recognizes
an outstanding K-12 classroom science teacher who has had a positive impact on
his or her students, school, and community through exemplary classroom science
teaching. The award includes a cash prize of $10,000 and an all-expense paid
trip to the National Science Teachers Association national conference.
Nominations must be submitted by November 18.
Lifetime Achievement Award in
Mathematics EducationThe
award recognizes achievement in leadership, teaching, and
service. Distinction in these categories can be demonstrated through
performance of the nominee on the job; service beyond the requirements of the
job at the state and national/international level; and service to the National
Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) such as offices held, committee
memberships, special projects, meetings, and publications. The deadline for
Letters of Nomination is November 6.
Frederick and Florence Bauder Endowment
for the Support of Physics TeachingThe
endowment was established to support special activities in the area of physics
teaching. Activities can include but are not limited to the development and
distribution of innovative apparatuses for physics teaching, traveling exhibits
of apparatuses, and local workshops. The maximum award is
$500. Members of the American Association of Physics Teachers are eligible to
apply. The deadline is July 1.
Leavey Awards for Excellence in Private
Enterprise EducationThe
awards honor outstanding educators who excite a commitment in their students to
the free enterprise system and unleash the entrepreneurial skills of their
students at the elementary, junior high, high school and college level. The
maximum award is $15,000. Applications
must be submitted by November 1.
Outstanding Information Science Teacher
directly engaged in teaching some aspect of information science on a continuing
basis, in an academic or a non-academic setting are eligible for an award that
recognizes unique teaching contributions. The maximum award is
$1,000 with the possibility of another $500 towards travel and expenses. The
deadline for applications is August 1.
Vera List Center Accepting Art and Politics
support individuals whose work advances the discourse on art and politics. Two
fellowships will be awarded, each spanning ten months. The fellowship is part-time,
non-residential, and carries a $10,000 stipend. Applications must be submitted
by August 3.
James Madison Memorial FellowshipThe
program provides fellowship grants of $24,000 to individuals who are looking to become outstanding
teachers of the American Constitution at the secondary-school level. The
foundation plans to offer one fellowship per state per year. The deadline for
applications is March 1, 2016.
Distinguished Fellows ProgramThe
fellows program of the
William T. Grant Foundation is designed to increase the supply of, demand for,
and use of high-quality research in the service of improved youth outcomes. To
this end, it provides influential mid-career researchers with opportunities to
immerse themselves in practice or policy settings and gives influential
practitioners and policy makers the opportunity to work in research settings.
The program generally selects between one and four fellows annually. Each will
receive up to $175,000 (including direct and indirect costs) for the total
duration of the fellowship. Fellowships may range from six months to two years.
The foundation also may provide a small grant of up to $25,000 to the fellowship
site to defray the costs associated with hosting a fellow.
Midcareer ScholarsThe
program of the Spencer Foundation provides support for scholars interested in
advancing their understanding of a compelling problem of education by acquiring
new skills, substantive knowledge, theoretical perspectives, or methodological
tools. Up to five midcareer awards of up
to $150,000 will be awarded. Applicants must be faculty members or research
scholars who were awarded doctorates within the last seven to twenty years. The
deadline is September 10.
Reagan-Fascell Democracy FellowsThe
of the National Endowment for Democracy (NED) is designed to help activists,
practitioners, scholars, and journalists from around the world deepen their
understanding of democracy and enhance their ability to promote democratic
change. Five-month fellowships offer practitioners the opportunity to focus on
strategies and best practices for developing democracy in their country of
interest, and scholars the opportunity to conduct original research for
publication. Fellows maintain full-time residence at the International Forum
for Democratic Studies, NED's research arm in Washington, D.C. Applications are
due October 16.
Fund for Environmental JournalismGrants
of up to $5,000 are available to underwrite
story projects in three categories: open topic, including international
coverage of land-use issues in North America; and coverage of biodiversity
conservation and climate change impacts in North America. Journalists working
independently or on staff of either a for-profit or nonprofit news organization
worldwide may apply for a grant. The deadline is July 15.
Abe Fellowship for JournalistsThe
is designed to encourage in-depth coverage of topics of pressing concern to the
United States and Japan through individual short-term policy-related projects.
Applicants are invited to submit proposals on one of four themes: Threats to
Personal, Societal, and International Security; Growth and Sustainable
Development; Social, Scientific, and Cultural Trends and Transformations; and
Governance, Empowerment, and Participation. Fellows are expected to produce an
analytical article or feature story that informs public debate or a policy
community. The program provides $23,500 in support for six weeks in Japan or
the U.S. Applications must be received by September 15.
Formulating a Science Vision for Health
Disparities ResearchTo
set a transformational agenda for health disparities science for the next decade,
the National Institute of Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD) is
leading a process of science visioning to define a vision to guide the
development of health disparities research for the next decade as well as
identify some of the key research areas that should be given high priority. The
deadline for responses is
July 31.
DCHS Office of Youth Services Listing of
Grant Opportunities
DCHS Office of Youth Services compiled a listing of grant opportunities on June 15 and June 22.
Children's Free Summer Food Service
USDA Summer Food Service Program provides students with free meals at several sites throughout Alexandria,
including recreation center locations and several ACPS locations. Anyone 18
years of age or younger is permitted to eat. No previous qualifications are needed
but a parent should accompany the child the first time to register and identify
any food allergies.
Virginia Preschool InitiativeACPS
offers free pre-K
through the Virginia Preschool Initiative (VPI) for children who live in the
City of Alexandria. VPI is a program designed for families who might not
otherwise be able to access quality early childhood education opportunities.
Most families qualify for the program based on their income. The program
includes full day classes for 4-year-old children from 8:00 a.m. to 2:35 p.m.; breakfast,
snack and lunch are provided. ACPS VPI programs are located at John Adams,
William Ramsay and Patrick Henry elementary schools and Jefferson-Houston
School. To register, visit the ACPS Central Office at 1340 Braddock Place, 9
a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information, visit the ACPS
VPI web page.
T.C. Williams GraduationMore
than 750 graduates received
certificates from Superintendent Alvin L. Crawley during the ceremony on June
15 at the Patriot Center at George Mason University.
Lyles Brothers Represent United States
in Historic Cuba MeetT.C.
Williams High School students Josephus and Noah Lyles made history by
becoming the first American high school students to compete in Cuba since 1997.
International Academy: 'We Know We Will
from the International Academy at T. C. Williams High School, a program
designed for recent immigrants, posted a video regarding
their experiences as immigrants and how the Academy has supported them academically
and socially.
Ramsay Students Create Empowering Music
Alvin Crawley and Mayor Bill Euille joined the entire school population of William Ramsay Elementary for a music video written and produced by Ramsay students to empower
other ACPS students.
Theogony On Air: Student WellnessThe
T.C. Williams production
explores student mental health with ACPS Health Services Coordinator Robin
Waller and ACPS Lead Psychologist John Baker.
Principal of T.C. Williams Retires After
Working to Transform High SchoolAfter
five years, Suzanne Maxey retired as
principal of T.C. Williams High School.
Superintendent Selects New Principal of
Francis C. Hammond Middle SchoolPierrette
P. Hall, currently the 8th grade principal at George Washington
Middle School, has been named the
new principal of Francis C. Hammond Middle School.
School Board Appoints Student Liaisons
for Next YearAbbey
Nelson and Isabella Lovain, both rising seniors at T.C. Williams, were chosen
by a panel of three School Board members as the new student liaisons to the School Board for the 2015-16 school year.
School Board Approves Redistricting
Alexandria City School Board approved a framework to
guide the redistricting of elementary schools across the city. The framework
includes the use of an independent third party to develop options to present to
the School Board and the formation of a community-based Redistricting Review
School Board Adopts Goals and Objectives
of 2020 Strategic PlanThe
Alexandria City School Board approved the goals and objectives of the 2020 Strategic Plan, which will be used to steer ACPS towards its goal of becoming a
high-performing school division. The objectives of the 2020 plan include
narrowing the achievement gap, establishing educational equity, and cultural competence.
The plan also stresses "grit", which is the development of persistence and
resilience among students.
School Board Adopts and Revises More
than 50 PoliciesAt
its meeting of June 11, the Alexandria City School Board adopted or revised
several policies and regulations that guide the operation of ACPS. Especially
notable were new policies on the management of student behaviors in emergency situations, including restraint and seclusion, and on lactation support
(breastfeeding). In addition, the Board updated the policies on staff participation in political activities and third-party complaints against employees and reaffirmed policies on equity and excellence, student use of social media
and student wellness. The wellness regulations include nutritional guidelines for School Nutrition Services,
celebrations, school-sponsored fundraising activities, and sporting events. It
also extended its policy about student conduct on school buses
to include behavior at bus stops, making it clear that student transportation
is a privilege that can be revoked.
Board Adopts/Revises More PoliciesAt
its Special Called Meeting of June 18, the Alexandria City School Board adopted
or revised 13 policies. Continuing its work on ACPS 2020 (the new five-year strategic plan for the
school division), the Board amended its
policy on the Evaluation of the Superintendent to reflect the fact that the superintendent will be
evaluated on his/her implementation of the plan as well as progress toward
meeting its objectives. See the strategic plan's goals and objectives on the ACPS website in English, Spanish, Arabic and
Amharic. The Board also adopted a new policy on Threat Assessment Teams that
requires that each school have a team that assesses and intervenes with
students whose behavior may pose a threat to the safety of school staffers or
students. The superintendent will establish a committee to oversee the threat
assessment teams. The entire set of School
Board Policies is posted on the ACPS
School Board Approves Construction of
New Building for Patrick HenryThe
Alexandria City School Board approved the construction of a new Patrick
Henry school for grades PreK-8 on the
existing property. The Board voted in favor of building around the existing
school to enable students to remain in the old building while the new one is
built. The old building will be demolished once the new one is complete. Staff
from ACPS will work with the community and an architectural firm to develop the
final design of the new school.
Nominations Kick Off for Second Hall of
are being accepted for five athletes who will be added to the ACPS Athletic
Hall of Fame. Inductees will be selected by a seven-member induction committee that
includes ACPS alumni and community members. This year's induction ceremony will
take place on Saturday, December 12. Nominations can be made online.
Education Reform Not Enough to Close
Achievement Gap: ReportThe
Economic Policy Institute (a Washington, D.C.-based think tank) conducted a study
on the needs low and middle-income families, analyzing how key social and class
factors work to diminish student achievement. Those characteristics include
parenting practices, single parenthood, irregular work schedules, lack of
access to primary and preventive health care, and lead exposure. The report
suggested educators should still be encouraged to support strategies such as
improving access to early childhood care and education, school-based health
centers and afterschool and summer opportunities, but those programs must be
pursued in conjunction with "macroeconomic policies like full employment,
higher wages, and stable work schedules", which also help nurture children.
Minorities Less Likely to Be Identified for Special
Education, Study FindsA
study by
researchers from the Pennsylvania State University and the University of
California concluded that black and Hispanic students are less likely than
their white and non-Hispanic peers to be labeled as having a disability,
challenging the notion that overt or unconscious bias on the part of educators
has funneled a disproportionate number of minority students into special education.
According to the researchers,
it is not race but risk factors such as poverty that are driving some children
into special education.
Study on Minorities in Special Education Proves
ProvocativeFederal special education
officials and civil rights advocates are pushing back
against the new study that challenges conventional wisdom that minority
students are steered into special education by biased educators.
Is Special Education Racist?The release of the study
concluding minorities are underrepresented in special education was accompanied
by an opinion piece
in the New York Times written by the authors of the study.
Hurdles in Pairing General, Special Education TeachersIn
2003, about half of school-age students with disabilities spent most of their
school day in classrooms with their typically developing peers. By 2013, that
number had risen to 61%. At least part of that change can be tied to wider use
of co-teaching,
an instructional method that pairs a general and a special education teacher in
the same classroom. But poorly implemented co-teaching practices may be taking
the "special' out of special education, say many who train teachers and
districts in best collaboration practices.
Discipline Practices Erect Detours for Special-Needs
growing body of data shows that school discipline practices disproportionately target students with disabilities – often causing then to
miss out on needed instruction. In addition, some administrators expel students
for behaviors related to their disabilities, or "counsel them out" rather than
addressing those behaviors under processes included in federal civil rights
A Matter of Equity: Preschool in AmericaSignificant
new investments in high-quality early education are necessary to help states,
local communities, and parents close the readiness gap
that exists between disadvantaged children and their more advantaged peers. For
Latino children, the unmet need is especially great. While Latinos are the
fastest growing and largest minority group in the United States (making up a
quarter of 3 and 4-year-olds), Latinos demonstrate the lowest preschool
participation rates of any major ethnicity or race. While most children who
have access to preschool attend moderate-quality programs, African-American
children and children from low-income families are the most likely to attend
low-quality preschool programs and are the least likely to attend high-quality
preschool programs.
Head Start Proposals Draw Cheers,
officials see a proposed top-to-bottom
revision of the rules governing Head Start as a way to cut the bureaucratic
burden that has developed over the program's fifty years in existence. But the
changes come with a $1 billion price tag. The Head Start program must currently
operate for at least 3.5 hours a day and 128 days a year. The proposed changes
would increase that to at least 6 hours a day and 180 days per year.
The Condition of Education 2015The
summarizes important developments and trends in education using the latest
available data. It presents 42 indicators on the status and condition of
education. In addition, three spotlight indicators are featured that describe
selected issues of current policy interest.
Key "Soft Skills" that Foster Youth Workforce SuccessSoft
skills refer to a broad set of skills, competencies, behaviors, attitudes, and
personal qualities that enable people to effectively navigate their
environment, work well with others, perform well, and achieve their goals.
Unfortunately, there is not clear consensus as
to which soft skills are most critical for workforce success.
Urban Districts Embrace Social-Emotional LearningEight
predominantly urban districts have committed to a multiyear initiative that is
allowing researchers to study their systemwide social-emotional learning
programs. Such programs blend evidence-based classroom curriculum with school
climate improvements and efforts to infuse social and emotional concepts into
the teaching of traditional subjects like history.
Guidebook Suggests Best Supports for Low-Income
College StudentsThe
Lumina Foundation has published a guidebook of strategies for college
administrators to improve financial support and completion success for
low-income students. The publication
presents six key strategies to better serve disadvantaged students and
highlights promising approaches being used by colleges and universities.
Colleges Are Using Big Data to Identify When Students
are Likely to Flame OutVirginia
Commonwealth University (VCU) is turning to big data to
help identify students who are most at risk of falling through the cracks.
Researchers at Education Advisory Board, a consulting firm that uses predictive
analysis to improve retention and graduation rates, reviewed university files
and found that students who were withdrawing from or failing classes were most
likely to leave. Based on that insight, the company created a platform that enables
advisers to flag students in need of intervention.
The Economic Value of College MajorsThe
report by
the Center for Education and the Workforce at Georgetown University analyzes
wages for 137 college majors to detail the most popular college majors, the
majors that are most likely to lead to an advanced degree, and the economic
benefit of earning an advanced degree by undergraduate major.
The New Forgotten Half: Those Who Pursue
College But Never Earn a DegreeA
study commissioned
by the William T. Grant Foundation found that many young people who enroll in
college fail to complete their studies and attain a degree and that these youth
fare no better in the labor market than those with only a high school diploma.
While 37% of on-time high school graduates enroll in community colleges and
intend ultimately to pursue bachelor's degrees, nearly half (46%) drop out
within eight years, earning no degree and incurring significant expenses. These
young people, who pursue but do not complete their higher education are,
according to the authors, the new forgotten half.
Youth Well-BeingNo School Alone: How Community Risks and Assets
Contribute to School and Youth SuccessA
prepared for the Washington State Office of Financial Management reviewed
community factors that may influence academic and youth well-being. Three
factors emerged as the primary descriptors of community characteristics that
can influence academic success and youth development: the severity of adverse
childhood experiences reported by adults; poverty level in school communities;
and differences in school size and ethnic diversity.
California's Child Care ConundrumCalifornia
faces a serious shortage of affordable, licensed care for infants and toddlers.
A demographic profile of young Californians by Child Trends highlights access to child care
and the child care subsidy system.
Healthy Habits for Youth in AfterschoolAn
edition of New Directions for Youth
Development explores the effect that afterschool programs can have on
healthy eating and physical activity. The special issue
of the journal is sponsored by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the
National Afterschool Association.
Baltimore Young to Get Volunteer Work
Making City Greener Under 50-City PlanThe
Obama Administration announced Baltimore
has been selected to participate in the U.S. Department of Interior's 50-city Interior Youth Initiative. The initiative will ultimately provide volunteer
opportunities for 10,000 to 20,000 young people in Baltimore as well as
part-time, temporary jobs for 34 young adults as part of a larger effort to
provide training and work opportunities for 100,000 young adults on public
lands through 2017.
Monitoring the Future National Survey
National Institute on Drug Abuse has created a new section on
its website featuring the most recent Monitoring the Future national survey
results on drug use among students enrolled full-time in college as well as
young people of the same age group not attending college. It includes links of
interest to parents, educators, dorm supervisors, counselors, clinicians, and
researchers who work with this age group. Additional resources include
infographics, statistics and trends, treatment guides, information about
careers in addiction science as well as related videos, publications, articles,
and other relevant materials.
Teens, Social Media & Technology
Overview 2015According
to a new study from
Pew Research Center, 92% of teens report going online daily – including 24% who
say they go online "almost constantly".
New Office Will Coordinate ACF
Anti-Trafficking InitiativesThe
Office of Trafficking in Persons will manage several initiatives currently run by
various Administration for Children and Families (ACF) offices, including the
domestic trafficking grants program administered by the Family and Youth
Services Bureau.
Domestic Human Trafficking: A New Look
at U.S. VictimsA
new report from
Washington, D.C. based anti-trafficking group Polaris uses information reported
to the National Human Trafficking Resource Center and the BeFree Textline to
paint a picture of domestic human trafficking in the United States. The main
data comes from more than 1,600 sex trafficking cases reported in 2014. Polaris
also analyzed accounts of 292 survivors who contacted the resource center of
BeFree and collected supplemental data from 141 U.S. citizen sex trafficking
survivors to whom it provided direct services between 2011 and 2014. About 44%
of survivors estimated they were first trafficked at age 17 or younger, and the
average age of participation was 19 years old. Based on this finding, the
authors of the report stated a controversial statistic suggesting that the age
of entry for girls into prostitution is as young as 12 or 14 should be
Updated Anti-Trafficking Brochure
'Bought and Sold'The
new version
includes expanded information about what victims need to escape exploitation and
recover their lives, considerations for involving the police and victims'
families, a glossary of terms used in sex trafficking, and an updated list of
Child Sex Trafficking and Commercial
Sexual Exploitation: Health Care Needs of VictimsAs
noted in an article in
the American Academy of Pediatrics,
child sex trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation of children are major
health problems in the United States and throughout the world. Despite large
numbers of American and foreign born youth affected and the associated physical
and mental problems, there is limited information available to pediatricians
and health care providers regarding the scope of human trafficking and how they
may protect the children. Knowledge of risk factors, recruitment practices,
possible indicators of trafficking/commercial sexual exploitation, and common
medical and behavioral health problems experienced by victims will help
pediatricians recognize potential victim and respond appropriately.
"Missing Children, State Care, and Child
Sex Trafficking: Engaging the Judiciary in Building a Collaborative Response"The
provides information for juvenile and family court judges about the missing
children's resources of National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
(NMEC) that can help juvenile justice and child welfare agencies, law
enforcement, legal guardians, and other stakeholders involved in efforts to
locate and recover children missing from care.
New Book Helps Children Cope with Worry
and AnxietyThe
picture book "Just Breathe"
helps children cope with the challenges by reminding them to take a moment to
breath and find one's inner calm.
Teen Deaths by Suicide, Homicide, and
and homicide are the second and third leading causes of death
for U.S. teens after unintentional injury. While the homicide rate for teens
more than doubled between the 1970s and the early 1990s, by 2013 it was at its
lowest rate since before 1970.
What Three People Learned About Suicide
and KidsAlmost
66,595 kids in the United States killed themselves from 1996 to 2010. The suicide rate for rural kids was double that of
urban kids.
"Protect, Heal, Thrive: Lessons Learned
from the Defending Childhood Demonstration Program"The
highlights process evaluation findings from six of the eight sites
participating in the Defending Childhood Demonstration Program, a national
initiative that the Department of Justice funds and OJJDP supports to address
children's exposure to violence. The researchers evaluated the strategies that
the six sites implemented to reduce and raise awareness about children's
exposure to violence in their communities and make recommendations for
jurisdictions and tribal sites planning similar work.
Weapon Involvement in the Victimization
of ChildrenOver
17.5 million youth in the United States have been exposed to violence involving
a weapon in
their lifetimes as witnesses or victims, or over 1 in 4 children. More than 2
million youth in the United States have been directly assaulted in incidents
where the high lethality risk weapons of guns and knives were used.
The Incarceration of Children &
Youth in New Jersey's Adult Prison SystemIn
the state of New Jersey, youth as young as 14 can be tried, sentenced and
incarcerated in the adult prison system, and those age 16 or older are subject
to mandatory (automatic) waivers if they commit certain crimes. It is the position of the New Jersey Parents'
Caucus, Inc. (NJPC) that the state's policies promoting the trying, sentencing
and incarceration of children and youth between the ages of 14 and 17 in the
adult system are unjust and require further review.
"Multijurisdictional Teen Court
Evaluation: A Comparative Evaluation of Three Teen Court Models"The
presents the results of a study of three geographically diverse teen courts in Maryland.
The study found that youth in each jurisdiction who completed a teen court
program had fewer instances of recidivism than youth who did not complete the
Juvenile Justice GPS – Geography,
Policy, Practice & StatisticsA
new section of the online resource Juvenile Justice GPS features
national and state information on state laws and juvenile justice practice to
help chart system change. The new status offense issues section examines how
states classify status offenders and includes a summary of status offenses in
each state.
Permanent Connections for Youth in
Foster CareParticipating
in extracurricular activities is commonplace for U.S. youth. These social
(clubs), physical (sports), and economic (summer job) activities help them meet
developmental milestones. For youth in foster care, even going to a sleepover
can present enormous obstacles.
What Works for Transition Age Youth with
(Rehabilitation for Empowerment, Natural Supports, Education and Work) model is
a transition intervention specifically designed to meet the needs of youth with
serious emotional and behavioral disorders (EBD) by providing them with
one-on-one youth-driven planning using graphic facilitation and individualized
team development that intentionally builds social support networks and leads to
enhancement of the youth's social capital.
More Youth Reaching Out for Help Before
They RunAccording
to a new 10-year trend report
released by the organization that runs the National
Runaway Safeline, more than half of
youth who contacted the system were reaching out for help before getting to the
point of running away from home. Youth in crisis who had not yet run away from
home made the largest percentage (30%) of crisis calls and online chat requests
to the system in 2014.
Many Homeless Youth Experience Traumatic
Brain InjuryResearchers
wanted to assess the prevalence of traumatic brain injury, or TBI, among
homeless youth. The sample included 2,732 young people recruited from streets,
shelters, and drop-in centers. Of the youth participating in the study, 43% had a
history of TBI. The average age at injury was 15 years old. African American
youth were much less likely to have TBI than were white youth.
A Client Advocate Explains How LGBTQ
Homeless Youth Can Petition for Child SupportHomeless
for a time in college, Deborah Lolai was forced into the street because her
family rejected her sexual orientation. She is now a client advocate with the
legal advocacy group Bronx Defenders. Through independent research, Lolai is
promoting a legal option
that may help minor young people in similar situations support themselves and
get off the streets.
Epidemic of HIV Among Youth Needs
Structural RepairOne
of the biggest issues facing the gay community across the country is an epidemic of
HIV infection in young African-American men who have sex with men. A report
released this winter by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention showed
that 26% of all new HIV infections are among males 13-14 of all races.
Biggest Obstacles to HIV Treatment
Aren't MedicalAccording
to a recent study from
the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately two-thirds of all
new HIV diagnoses among teens in 2013 were African-Americans, despite the fact they
make up only 15% of the nation's teen population. In Los Angeles, African-Americans
make up approximately 10% of the total teen population. In addition, more than
90% of all new teen male infections in 2011 were caused by gay intercourse. A
2013 report by the LA County Health Department estimated 1,700 people between
ages 13-24 are aware they are infected but do not adhere to treatment. Another
estimated 350 teens who are HIV positive but do not know it.
Health-Care Coverage for Youth in Foster
CareAn issue brief reviews
the eligibility pathways for children and youth in foster care to receive
Medicaid or other health-care coverage and looks at some of the newer benefits
now mandated through the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA),
especially those for older youth in or formerly in foster care.
FamiliesVideo Game Design Workshop Helps Bridge
Generational GapsAARP
sponsored a workshop
designed to bridge the age gap through the universal language of gaming. Some
children emerged surprised at the ubiquity of game-playing across generations.
City Financial Inclusion Efforts: A
National OverviewA
combination of mayors, councilmembers and/or city treasurers in nearly eighty
cities are working with community partners to increase the availability of
financial education and counseling as well as to implement innovative programs
to help families build financial stability. The report is a
result of an in-depth scan of financial programs across the U.S. by the
National League of Cities.
Family Engagement InventoryThe
tool is designed to familiarize users
with family engagement practices across child welfare, juvenile justice,
behavioral health, education, and early education.
Moving to Young Adult Life: A Legal
Guide for Parents of Youth with Mental Health NeedsThe
guide covers topics such as
financial decisions, health care options, guardianship, and transition from
special education.
Helping Foster and Adoptive Families
Cope with TraumaThe
purpose of the guide by the
American Academy of Pediatrics is to support adoptive and foster families by
strengthening the abilities of pediatricians to identify traumatized children;
educate families about toxic stress and the possible biological, behavioral,
and social manifestations of early childhood trauma, and empower families to
respond to their child's behavior in a manner that acknowledges past trauma but
promotes the learning of new, more adaptive reactions to stress.
Recommended LGBTQ Children, Youth, and
Families Cultural Competence Tools, Curricula, and ResourcesThe
synthesis recommends publicly
available resources that can support workforce development in child, youth, and
family-serving systems (e.g., schools, healthcare, child welfare, homelessness,
juvenile justice). Resources are intended to support more competent practice
and inclusive services and supports for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender,
and questioning (LGBTQ) children, youth and families.
Responding to Children of Arrested
million children witness the arrest of a parent each year in the United States.
These arrests are most likely to be for domestic violence, drug-related
incidents and property crimes. According to a report
from the Office of Justice Programs Diagnostic Center (an agency of the U.S.
Department of Justice), the experience can be excruciating for children. The
report recommends model practices for law enforcement agencies for reducing
trauma to children during parental arrests, including trauma-informed training,
collaboration with social services and child advocacy groups, and enhanced data
collection. The model policy, "Safeguarding
Children of Arrested Parents", was developed by the International
Association of Chiefs of Police.
Partnerships in Action (July 1, 2 p.m.)A
number of state and local teams from Adult, Dislocated Worker, Youth,
Wagner-Peyser Employment Service, Adult Education and Vocational
Rehabilitation, and other partners such as Temporary Assistance for Needy
Families are already aligning their resources in innovative ways to improve
services to their shared customers. Learn
how to make the case and how to make it work.
Ready Youth Learning Cohort (July 8, 3
p.m.; July 14, 2 p.m.)Ready
Youth is a campaign that starts with a new kind of data about young people in a
community and using that information to create community-based solutions. The
process begins with a powerful measure of youth voice: the Gallup Student Poll.
Ready Youth helps school and community leaders use poll results to ignite
conversations that drive actions. Ready Youth engages community members in
exploring and analyzing areas of need, then generating strategies to address
those needs. Two informational webinars will be held: July 8
and July
Best Practices in Pre-apprenticeship for
Nontraditional Occupations (July 14, 2 p.m.)In
the construction industry, pre-apprenticeship training is important to the
success of any apprentice, but in particular women. The webinar
will feature representatives of the construction industry discussing best
practice models they are using and how they are achieving better program
Legal Challenges to Medical Testimony:
Hearsay, Daubert and Other Critical Pretrial Motion (July 20, 2 p.m.)In
a webinar
sponsored by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention in
collaboration with the National District Attorney's Association, Presenters
will discuss the impact of pretrial motions and hearsay challenges to medical
testimony and identify ways forensic nurses and other medical professionals can
prepare to effectively testify at trial.
Women Unbarred: Recovery and Supports
for Women Involved with the Criminal Justice System (July 23, 3 p.m.)Experts will address the experiences,
needs, and resiliency of women involved with the correctional system, along
with effective interventions, programs, policies, and partnerships to help
women rebuild their lives. The presentation
is designed for anyone working with women who have experienced incarceration,
including community and in-custody treatment and recovery service providers.
Enough is Known for Action: Credentials
that Count for Youth (On Demand)Helping
youth attain credentials is a critical goal of the Workforce Innovation and
Opportunity Act (WIOA). The webinar
provides information, resources, and local examples that will inform service
delivery strategies for helping youth earn high school diplomas or
equivalencies, and industry-recognized and postsecondary credentials that have value
in the labor market.
Enough is Known for Action: Implementing
Effective Work Experience Models for Youth (On Demand)YouthBuild,
Conservation Corps, Apprenticeship and Pre-Apprenticeship programs will be
highlighted during the webinar
for the innovative approaches they have taken to implementing work-based
learning models into their programming.
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Drawing on a case study of two Hmong refugee populations from Laos that were resettled in a major Texas city and a German village, this article explores the different approaches to immigrant integration found in the United States and Germany as well as the outcomes for the Hmong and their sense of belonging in their new communities.
Turkey's migration identity has shifted from being principally a country of emigration and transit to becoming a destination for immigrants and people fleeing conflict. In response, Turkish policymakers recently enacted a comprehensive migration and asylum law that took effect in April 2014. This article examines the new law, which is intended as a significant step toward managing both legal and irregular migration to Turkey, including humanitarian migration.
This article explores the underlying causes of the May 2013 riots across several Stockholm suburbs that have high proportions of foreign-born residents, and asks whether rapid increases in the size of Sweden's immigrant population or the government's integration efforts played a central role.
A number of interlocking concerns have emerged in recent months regarding the rights of mobile EU citizens, fueled in part by euroskeptic parties (such as the UK Independence Party), and more hard-line anti-immigration parties such as the Party for Freedom (PVV) in the Netherlands.
This year has seen greater focus by policymakers in countries around the world on the balance between two enduring, complex migration management imperatives: maintaining secure and credible borders while separating out unauthorized immigrants from the most vulnerable populations in need of humanitarian protection, particularly those seeking refuge from conflict and persecution.
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It is crucial for children of migrant background in Europe to become proficient in their host country's main language of instruction. This MPI Europe policy brief provides key points and good practice examples on what comprehensive language support in Europe might look like.
For children of migrant background, school quality is critical to ensuring academic success. This MPI Europe policy brief examines how European policymakers can support school quality in four key areas: language diversity, the learning environment, social psychology and acculturation, and community connections.
Mentoring programs can target many core needs of children with an immigrant background that schools are not equipped to address, by providing specific and personalized support on the road to academic success. This policy brief prepared for the SIRIUS Network explores how European Union policymakers can make mentoring projects an integral part of the educational landscape at the EU level.
Whilst many European countries have well-established education systems, children with a migrant background are disproportionately among the underperformers and face a number of critical education needs that mainstream education policy does not currently meet. This policy brief prepared for the SIRIUS Network provides an overview of how education policies can be improved for children of migrant background.
Against the backdrop of an aging population and shrinking labor force, German policymakers have been giving greater priority to policies that ensure that immigrants are able to make their way into middle-skilled work. This report assesses recent policy developments designed to facilitate the labor market advancement of new arrivals in Germany.
A discussion on the extraordinary boom in investor immigration, including the rapidly expanding EB-5 visa in the United States, Malta's controversial "cash for citizenship" policy and a host of programs across Europe and the Caribbean.
The economic crisis of 2008 hit Spain with a disproportionate effect on those in temporary work, revealing underlying gaps in the policy framework meant to support the inclusion of both immigrants and other vulnerable individuals in the Spanish labor market. This report assesses how well recent reforms are filling these gaps and helping immigrants and other disadvantaged workers move into middle-skilled jobs.
Despite a robust mainstream workforce development system offering job-search and other employment assistance to newcomers, immigrants in France are more likely to be unemployed or in low-skilled work than their native-born peers. This report examines how well recent changes to integration policy, in combination with mainstream employment policies, are supporting migrants' integration and advancement in the labor market.

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How realistic is Senator Ted Cruz's proposed ban on the federal government or Supreme Court defining state marriage laws? It could be the longest of long shots, even though there is a constitutional provision for doing it.
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Worker pay, jury duty at the Supreme Court today
On the third day of its new term, the Supreme Court will consider worker pay for security screenings and the privacy of statements in jury deliberations.
Two little known statutes may make religious belief superior to the law of the land
Jeffrey Shulman from Georgetown Law looks at the unintended consequences of two statutes that could, in the words of Justice Antonin Scalia, "permit every citizen to become a law unto himself."
Video: Geoffrey Ward on "The Roosevelts"
The National Constitution Center's Jeffrey Rosen is joined by author Geoffrey Ward for a vibrant discussion of the lives of Theodore, Eleanor, and Franklin Delano Roosevelt—and their lasting impact on our nation.
Supreme Court takes no action on same-sex marriage cases, for now
The U.S. Supreme Court didn't act on seven petitions under consideration about same-sex marriage issues on Thursday morning, but it did accept several other significant cases for its next term.
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• Blazing fast transfer speeds using WiFi direct.
• Pair devices using NFC or QR code scanning.
• Sharing with devices that do not have SuperBeam through web interface.
• Share single or multiple files of any type (photos, videos, zip files, APK's, contacts... You name it!).
• Keep history of all transfer operations.
• Modern Material Design user interface, with simplified send/receive screens (which can be merged under user interface settings).
• Light, dark and AMOLED color themes.
All received files are stored under "/sdcard/SuperBeam" directory by default, this can be changed in settings (PRO). Don't worry about duplicate files, SuperBeam will automatically add unique numbers to duplicate file names.
SuperBeam Switches to hotspot mode automatically for devices that don't support WiFi direct. Also, it can use existing WiFi network connection between devices in case WiFi direct fails.
Get more, upgrade to PRO
Upgrade to SuperBeam PRO and get much more awesome features:
• No more ads.
• Super easy sharing with your computer using SuperBeam app for PC (compatible with Windows, Linux and Mac)
• Change default save location to any available storage.
• Send entire folders and preserve their structure.
• Receive using manual sharing keys.
• Send to more than one device at the same time.
• Share unlimited number of files on web interface, with the ability to download complete structured zip.
• Unlimited history records.
• And much more!
PRO Version Link
What others are saying
★ "A great file transfer tool for power users" - Android Central
★ "Full-featured and well-written app" - CNET Asia
★ "This app is simple to use, convenient, and most importantly it works!" - XDA Developers
★ "A simple concept: share files of any size via NFC verification" - AndroidPolice.com
★ "A Dream!" - mobiFlip.de
★ "Tap and share files for real!" - YourTechReport.com
★ "Makes sharing files between devices quicker and easier" - NFCWorld.com
★ "The transfer happens lightning fast" - Tested.com
★ One of "10 new Android apps worth checking" - AndroidAndMe.com
Twitter: @SuperBeamApp
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
XDA support thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2177133
About permissions:
• To manage WiFi Direct connection: ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE, CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE, ACCESS_WIFI_STATE & CHANGE_WIFI_STATE.
• To receive using QR scanner or Near Field Communication: CAMERA & NFC.
This app uses zxing library for QR code encoding and decoding (https://code.google.com/p/zxing/)
What's New
Portable Wi-Fi hotspot
Improve your mobile computing experience.
Simple and fast.
**Before running the application configuration is required.
SETTING: Settings->More..->Tethering & portable hotspot->Set up Wi-Fi hotspot
Rename or secure your portable hotspot
You can change the name of your phone's Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and secure its Wi-Fi network when it's acting as a portable hotspot.
Go to Settings > Wireless & networks > More > Tethering & portable hotspot.
Make sure Portable Wi-Fi hotspot is checked.
Touch Configure Wi-Fi hotspot.
The Configure Wi-Fi hotspot dialog opens.
Set your name and security options as follows:
Change the Network
TO USE: Just touch Portable Wi-Fi hotspot icon on / off
*Subscribing to smartphone data plan is needed for users of some telecommunication firms.
SuperBeam PRO Unlocker
Important notes:
• This is the PRO version unlocker for SuperBeam. Please install the free version of SuperBeam before installing this PRO unlocker.
• You only need to purchase PRO unlocker once, and it will be available on all of your devices. If Google Play asks you to buy again on your other devices (or shows you error messages), just open SuperBeam PRO listing on Play Store on the web and you should be able to install it to all of your devices from there.
• After installation, please restart SuperBeam app just to make sure everything goes well.
• You can download the SuperBeam for PC from here: http://superbe.am/pc
• Please do not upgrade to PRO if you are having issues with the free version, as the issues will most probably persist.
Get SuperBeam PRO now and unlock more awesome features:
★ Get rid of annoying ads.
★ Change the default saving location to any directory on any available storage (like external SD card).
★ Send and receive files to/from your computer through SuperBeam app for PC, using QR code or manual sharing key (get it from http://superbe.am). By the way, it is compatible with Windows, Linux and Mac! *
★ Send entire folders and preserve their hierarchy.
★ Unlimited history records of all transfer operations.
★ Pair devices using manual sharing key. This is particularly useful for devices that do not have a camera nor NFC (like Android TV's).
★ Share files with more than one device at the same time.
★ Send unlimited number of files through web interface, with the ability to download them all as a zip archive (with folders too!).
★ Pre-Lollipop: automatically disable mobile data (3G/4G) connection while sharing with other devices, to prevent them from eating through your data plan.
★ Be SuperAwesome and support the future development of SuperBeam. We have much more to surprise you with!
* Currently, SuperBeam for PC does not support WiFi Direct. Hence, both your computer and your Android device(s) must be connected to the same WiFi network in order to share files.
Wi-Fi Auto-connect
Instructions are available at developer's site.
- Supported Wi-Fi -
docomo Wi-Fi
Wi2 300
BB mobilepoint
UQ Wi-Fi
LAWSON Free Wi-Fi
Famima Wi-Fi
Tokyo Metro Free Wi-Fi
Toei Subway Free Wi-Fi
Toei Bus Free Wi-Fi
JR East Free Wi-Fi
STARBUCKS Wi-Fi
Tokyo Metro/Toei Subway/Toei Bus/JR East Free Wi-Fi are provided by Japan Connected-free Wi-Fi.
osmino: Share WiFi Free
No any complicated settings, just what is really needed to Share WiFi!
*Additional usage charges carrier may apply.
WiFi Direct +
+ Fast
+ Completely free, with non intrusive ads.
+ Supports any file transfer.
+ Support multiply file transfer.
+ Tested on many devices.
+ Advanced file picker.
WhatsApp Messenger
• NO ADDITIONAL FEES: WhatsApp uses your phone's Internet connection (4G/3G/2G/EDGE or Wi-Fi, as available) to message and call friends and family, so you don't have to pay for every message or call.*
• MULTIMEDIA: Send and receive photos, videos, and Voice Messages.
• WHATSAPP CALLING: Call your friends and family using WhatsApp for free, even if they're in another country. WhatsApp calls use your phone's Internet connection rather than your cellular plan's voice minutes.* (Note: you can't access 911 and other emergency service numbers through WhatsApp).
• GROUP CHAT: Enjoy group chats with your contacts so you can easily stay in touch with your friends or family.
• WHATSAPP WEB: You can also send and receive WhatsApp messages right from your computer's browser.
• NO INTERNATIONAL CHARGES: There's no extra charge to send WhatsApp messages internationally. Chat with your friends around the world and avoid international SMS charges.*
• SAY NO TO USERNAMES AND PINS: Why bother having to remember yet another username or PIN? WhatsApp works with your phone number, just like SMS, and integrates seamlessly with your phone's existing address book.
• ALWAYS LOGGED IN: With WhatsApp, you're always logged in so you don't miss messages. No more confusion about whether you're logged in or logged out.
• QUICKLY CONNECT WITH YOUR CONTACTS: Your address book is used to quickly and easily connect you with your contacts who have WhatsApp so there's no need to add hard-to-remember usernames.
• OFFLINE MESSAGES: Even if you miss your notifications or turn off your phone, WhatsApp will save your recent messages until the next time you use the app.
• AND MUCH MORE: Share your location, exchange contacts, set custom wallpapers and notification sounds, email chat history, broadcast messages to multiple contacts at once, and more!
*Data charges may apply. Contact your provider for details.
We're always excited to hear from you! If you have any feedback, questions, or concerns, please email us at:
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FoxFi (WiFi Tether w/o Root)
Free edition of FoxFi will require you to restart after some usage, otherwise it is same as full version.
Sprint and AT&T may not allow you to install our app from Play Store, please install the apk file directly from http://pdanet.co/android, or install on the computer side from http://pdanet.co/a
======WiFi Mode==========
Due to lockdowns through each phone system update, WiFi mode will only be allowed on a short list of compatible devices. As of April 2015, IN GENERAL,
---Verizon Samsung phones (S3/4/5, Note 2/3/4) , Verizon LG phones (G2/3) and Verizon Sony phones (Z3) are supported with all Android versions including Android 5.0/5.1.
---Verizon HTC phones (M7/8) will only work on Android 4.1 ~ 4.4.
---Verizon Motorola phones will only work on Android 4.3 or below.
---Straight Talk phones will only work if it uses Verizon and is one of the above.
---AT&T Samsung phones will only work on Android 4.2 or below.
---Other carriers/phones will only work if they still have Android 4.0 or below.
---For all other phones, use USB mode or Bluetooth mode instead. If you absolutely need a WiFi hotspot, see below for "WiFi Share".
*To get around lockdowns on WiFi mode FoxFi may prompt you to install a certificate on your phone, this will cause the Android system to enforce a screen lock and show a security message in notification. For more detail and steps to remove screen lock please visit http://pdanet.co/wifi.
*If you receive a message asking for a "password for credential strorage" this is due to a bug in the Android system. Please see steps to clear this message at http://pdanet.co/wifi
======USB Mode=========
USB mode works on almost all Android phones. It allows connection from Windows PC or Mac. In addition, PdaNet comes with a "WiFi Share" feature that can further turn the Windows PC into a WiFi Hotspot so that you can connect other devices to it and share your phone's Internet connection.
*T-Mobile or MetroPCS users can only use USB mode with "Hide Tether Usage" enabled in PdaNet. This will break Netflix however.
*If your phone is not recognized by your computer after connecting USB, please see http://pdanet.co/driver
*Please treat Windows tablets (non RT) the same as Windows PC.
======Bluetooth Mode======
Bluetooth mode allows connection from Windows PC, Android tablets (excludes Android 4.4) or devices that supports Bluetooth DUN.
*A system bug in Android 4.4 for tablets will break Bluetooth mode, this is fixed in Android 5.0 or later.
*For Android tablets it is possible only the browser app will work in Bluetooth mode. That is because other apps may be looking for wifi or cell phone connection and not recognize the Bluetooth Internet.
*One way around the above two issues is to find a wifi hotspot to connect the tablet to at the same time (such wifi hotspot does not need to provide Internet access).
Bluetooth File Transfer
GUIDE> http://help.medieval.it (by Absolutely Android)
* Custom security manager for incoming BT connections: only authorized devices can connect, if you accept. If you refuse, no access is granted on your servers: personal data files and privacy are safe against hacker, nerd, geek and guru (enanched Bluetooth server security is disabled by default)
* 3rd party applications can open (or pick) files from sdcard using this package like attachment, music, pictures or any multimedia file (no external intents are supported for performance purpose)
* Support for legacy 2.0 and AES (128, 192 and 256 bit) encryption (both pack and unpack) of Zip files (like WinZIP or WinRAR) - keep private document secure using a long pass to protect it
* Enhanced all-in-one app with the fastest file browser ever seen (you can verify by yourself, test it now)
* Professional, clean and fast UI where you can customize any aspect of the file viewer. Customizable user interface in order to best fit your needs (expert only)
* Thumbnails for APK, audio, video, image (also inside archive files: Zip, GZip, TAR) - thumb picture (miniature) not stored on cell phone memory
* It can connect to new and old cellphone: nokia, samsung, lg, sony (Android does not support infrared IR pan)
* Search files also inside Zip, GZ, Tar (advanced searching inside archive can take double time to complete)
* Improved contact send function in order to manipulate telephone numbers on generated VCARD (vcf) files
* Cut, copy, move, paste, delete multiple items using the integrated explorer of this application
* You can full unhide (or hide) hidden media (both smartphone and sd memory)
* OBEX layer (obexftp and obexopp) entirely developed by Medieval Software
* Compress, uncompress and extract Zip (encrypt with password), GZip, Tar
* Cleaner program settings view using shortcut icons pane
* Sharing: you can share a single file or an entire path
* Powerful bookmark feature with precise sorting
* Contact send screen supports contacts groups
* Test and check archive integrity (deflate)
* Desktop folders shortcuts
* Calculate MD5 and CRC32
* Power saving management
* Streaming service
* No root required
* Multi language
* Multiselect
* Home folder
* File sort
* Open as
Freeware with AD (free software) - You can now remove advertising from this application by purchasing "Medieval Licensing System" on the Android Market!
NOTE - SDPD (uuid port route) may not work on Android 1.5 and 1.6 so friend services could not reach you!
FAQ> Why "Bluetooth File Transfer" requires the contact read permissions?
A. In order to send your contacts over Bluetooth, if you wish, for example to your car-kit or to another smartphone. Open main menu, select Send contacts item, put a check beside the contacts you would like to send and finally press Send button.
Wi-Fi Auto Login (Taiwan)
After input your account once, you just open wi-fi and this app will auto connect to wi-fi and login automatically when wi-fi connection available. Please enjoy it !
① Public Free Hotspot SSID : iTaiwan 、TPE-Free 、NewTaipei 、iTaoyuan、iHsinChu 、iTaichung 、tainan 、THSR_freeWIFI 、Dante Coffee 、WIFLY BURGERKING、 Ikari Coffee
② Pay Hotspot SSID : CHT Wi-Fi(HiNet)、7WiFi、WIFLY、G1.Taiwan4G
This is my first priority to recommand you to use Wi-Fi ssid: "iTawian"
You can get free account here. http://itaiwan.taiwan.net.tw/FitTravelRegister.aspx
Fast File Transfer
"The beauty of this utility is its simplicity" - redmondpie.com
Supports Android 5.0 (along with everything else that's later than Android 2.3)
FastFileTransfer has a simple mission: Offering fast, offline file exchange between literally any platforms.
In a world of dozens of different operating systems, with many different file transfer standards and protocols,
it's still difficult to transfer files between them. With FastFileTransfer, you have a flexible solution for any
data exchange need.
• Lightning fast: Transfer 1 GB in under 4 minutes
• Send multiple files or even whole folders (as ZIP)
• Easy to follow step-by-step instructions
• Receive from any device and operating system that supports WiFi
• No need for an existing WiFi connection
• Works completely offline
• The receiver does not have to have the app installed
• Send multiple files as ZIP
• Display QR codes for faster receiving
• Optionally use NFC for pairing
• Unique engine specifically developed for compatibility against a wide range of Android devices
• Send to an unlimited number of devices at the same time
Buy the Pro Version to:
• Receive files from devices that don't have FFT installed
• Let receivers download multiple files with one click (unzipped)
• Get rid of the ads
Using this app, you can easily send a file to an iPhone or any other phone that does not have Bluetooth but Wi-Fi.
Will Kelly from Techrepublic wrote a tutorial on how to send files from Android to iOS using Fast File Transfer: http://www.techrepublic.com/blog/smartphones/send-files-between-android-and-ios-with-fast-file-transfer/6097
How to send multiple files?
Just select multiple files in your file explorer and tap "Send via" (or similar) -> "Fast File Transfer"
In some file explorers first tap "Send via" in the menu, choose this app and then your files.
I don't want to always enter the address on the receiver's phone!
Simply use the built-in QR codes or NFC support.
The transfer speed this app offers depends on the sender and receiver device.
Although I have never experienced such a case, I do not guarantee for any data fees caused by this app.
Wi-Fi Auto-connect (on/off)
PCCW Wi-Fi is detected, without logging in Wi-Fi every time, save time and enjoy a high speed surfing experience! but auto connect feature of android connects with the WIFI itself.An small widget app to switch the wifi module on or off.
By turning on the wifi symbol is switching to blue, a connection is signalled by a small . this app must be added as widget.
control wifi with one touch on wifi
- HD pictures
- Volume of signal
UC Browser - Surf it Fast
★★★★★"If you want to break free from Android's default browser, this app will give you almost all of the features you love on your desktop browser." - Download.cnet.com
★★★★★ " UC Browser supports simultaneous downloads and has a clean, well-organized download manager for all your files, including pages for offline reading." - PC Magazine
Main Features
► Clean Yet Complete UI - Redesigned navigation page and simplified settings.
► Intuitive Tab Management - Intuitive and dynamic gesture control for managing tabs.
► Smart Downloading - Supports multiple, background, and cloud downloading with auto reconnection.
► Incognito Browsing - Private browsing to protect your privacy.
► Night Mode - Switch to night mode to read more comfortably at night.
► Control Videos with Gestures - Volume, brightness, progress, etc. can all be controlled by gestures.
► Custom Themes - Visit the UC Theme Center or use your own pictures to customize your browser.
★★★★★ UC Browser is known for its speed and dependability. The browser uses high-end compression technology rendered by a server to provide faster browsing and less data usage. The UC Browser mobile web experience also delivers high-performance rendering with smooth animation capabilities for amazing visuals and excellent navigation. Since the browser has gone through several upgrades and continuously improves on performance, this is one mobile browser that almost never fails to disappoint its users. - About.com
★★★★★ UC Browser for Android sports good performance and a slew of useful features…this app will give you almost all of the features you love on your desktop browser. - Download.cnet.com
★★★★★ UC Browser is one of the few companies that started out making mobile browsers, and it shows in the browser's slick and minimalist interface… Unlike Dolphin and Opera, UC Browser supports simultaneous downloads and has a clean, well-organized download manager for all your files, including pages for offline reading. - PC Magazine
★★★★★ This browser has fairly impressive performance… It includes some features like Speed Mode which helps you browse even faster and auto pager which loads multiple pages at once so multi-page articles are easier to read. - AndroidAuthority.com
► Frost & Sullivan Best Practice Award 2013 – Market Leadership in Mobile Browser Market (APAC)
► Best Android Browser Award 2012 – About.com
► Best Mobile Browser Award 2011 – About.com
About UCWeb
Also check out UC Browser Mini for Android and UC Browser HD for Android Tablet!
Discover more at http://www.ucweb.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UCBrowser
Twitter: https://twitter.com/UCBrowser
Tumblr: http://blog.ucweb.com/
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/ucwebvideo
Need Support?Join UC Forum: http://forum.ucweb.com/
Viber is compatible with and optimized for Android tablets! Use Viber on your tablet and phone simultaneously.
On Viber, your phone number is your ID. The app syncs with your mobile contact list, automatically detecting which of your contacts have Viber.
• Message your friends
• Make free phone and video calls with HD sound quality
• Share photos, video messages, voice messages, locations, stickers and emoticons
• Download stickers and animated stickers from the Sticker Market; sort and reorder your stickers.
• Create group messages with up to 100 participants; become an Admin and manage your group chats – edit info and delete participants
• Follow Public Chats – get on the inside with your favorite personalities; watch their conversations unfold in real-time, 'like' comments and share multi-media content
• Play games with Viber characters, Violet and Legcat; see how many coins you can earn
• Android Wear support – send and receive messages from your watch
• Push notifications guarantee that you never miss a message or call, even when Viber is off
• Integration with native contact list for calls and messages
• Support for the Viber Desktop application on Windows and Mac
Localized to: Arabic, Catalan, Chinese (SP), Chinese (TR), Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (BR), Portuguese (PT), Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Spanish, Swedish, Tagalog, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian and Vietnamese
Viber is completely free with no advertising.
We value your privacy.
Follow us for updates and news:
Facebook - http://facebook.com/viber
Twitter - http://twitter.com/viber
(*) Network data charges may apply
XFINITY WiFi
★ Seamlessly connect to saved networks
★ Automatically connect to XFINITY WiFi
★ Save data by turning on WiFi when in range of saved networks and XFINITY WiFi
★ Map View of Hotspots
★ List View of Hotspots
★ "Near Me" locates all nearby XFINITY WiFi hotspots
★ Driving directions
★ Locate hotspots using offline data
★ Create and save a list of your favorite hotspots for easy reference
★ View business names of hotspot hosts where available
★ View location type and category of business
★ Online only search mode, no offline data required
XFINITY WiFi Hotspots:
XFINITY WiFi is the largest, fastest WiFi network so there is one where you need it most. Hotspots can be found across the country including Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Houston, Nashville, New York City, Portland, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Seattle, and Washington DC, more locations are added daily.
Chrome Browser - Google
• Sync Across Devices - seamlessly access and open tabs and bookmarks from your laptop, phone or tablet
• Save Data - reduce mobile data usage by up to 50% while browsing
• Faster Browsing - choose from search results that instantly appear as you type and quickly access previously visited pages
• Voice Search - use the magic of Google voice search to find answers on-the-go without typing
• Translate - easily read webpages in any language
• Intuitive Gestures - open as many tabs as your heart desires and quickly flip through them by swiping from side to side on the toolbar
• Privacy - use Incognito mode to browse without saving your history
Skype - free IM & video calls
• Find all your friends and family in an instant - With over 250 million people using Skype, you're bound to bump into someone you know.
• Talk with your fingers - No matter where you are, your friends are always at your fingertips with free instant messaging.
• Call your world from Skype - Talk to your heart's content with free voice and video calls to all your friends and family on Skype.
• Low cost calls to mobiles and landlines too - Keep in touch, even if they're not on Skype, with low cost calls and SMS to mobiles and landlines on the other side of town or the world.
• Share your favourite snaps - Got a favourite photo to share? Send it over Skype to friends and family and you won't have to worry about email size limits or expensive MMS charges.
• Chat with anyone, anywhere - Skype's available on smartphones, tablets, PCs, Macs, and even TVs. Whatever device your friends or family use, Skype just works. Simple.
• Video messaging – Record life's everyday moments and share them with the people who matter most, with free and unlimited video messaging over Skype.
* Operator data charges may apply. We recommend using an unlimited data plan or WiFi connection.
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SuperBeam PRO Unlocker
Important notes:
• This is the PRO version unlocker for SuperBeam. Please install the free version of SuperBeam before installing this PRO unlocker.
• You only need to purchase PRO unlocker once, and it will be available on all of your devices. If Google Play asks you to buy again on your other devices (or shows you error messages), just open SuperBeam PRO listing on Play Store on the web and you should be able to install it to all of your devices from there.
• After installation, please restart SuperBeam app just to make sure everything goes well.
• You can download the SuperBeam for PC from here: http://superbe.am/pc
• Please do not upgrade to PRO if you are having issues with the free version, as the issues will most probably persist.
Get SuperBeam PRO now and unlock more awesome features:
★ Get rid of annoying ads.
★ Change the default saving location to any directory on any available storage (like external SD card).
★ Send and receive files to/from your computer through SuperBeam app for PC, using QR code or manual sharing key (get it from http://superbe.am). By the way, it is compatible with Windows, Linux and Mac! *
★ Send entire folders and preserve their hierarchy.
★ Unlimited history records of all transfer operations.
★ Pair devices using manual sharing key. This is particularly useful for devices that do not have a camera nor NFC (like Android TV's).
★ Share files with more than one device at the same time.
★ Send unlimited number of files through web interface, with the ability to download them all as a zip archive (with folders too!).
★ Pre-Lollipop: automatically disable mobile data (3G/4G) connection while sharing with other devices, to prevent them from eating through your data plan.
★ Be SuperAwesome and support the future development of SuperBeam. We have much more to surprise you with!
* Currently, SuperBeam for PC does not support WiFi Direct. Hence, both your computer and your Android device(s) must be connected to the same WiFi network in order to share files.
SuperBeam Contacts Plugin


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Learn more about Hidden Stash 5:Bong Loads B Sides(Explicit Version):
Format: CD
Manufacturer: Suburban Noize/red
Sku: 224525520
Release Date: 11/8/2011
See more in Pop
Song Listing
Disc 1
Song Title
1. Rise Above ~ Kottonmouth Kings
2. Boom Clap Sound - (featuring Chris Webby) ~ Kottonmouth Kings
3. Dead N Gone ~ Kottonmouth Kings
4. Life For Me ~ Kottonmouth Kings
5. Down 4 Life [Smash Remix] - (remix) ~ Kottonmouth Kings
6. Back In Cali - (featuring Dogboy) ~ Kottonmouth Kings
7. Kalifornia [West Coast Remix] - (remix) ~ Kottonmouth Kings
8. Legalize It ~ Kottonmouth Kings
9. All I Need [Supersonic Remix] - (remix, featuring Dogboy) ~ Kottonmouth Kings
10. Party Monster [After Hour Mix] - (remix, featuring Tech N9ne) ~ Kottonmouth Kings
11. Soon Come ~ Kottonmouth Kings
12. Reefer Madness [Smoked Out Mix] - (remix) ~ Kottonmouth Kings
13. New World Stoners ~ Kottonmouth Kings
14. Enjoy the Ride - (featuring Dogboy) ~ Kottonmouth Kings
15. Cruizin' [Sunsplash Remix] ~ Kottonmouth Kings
16. Summertime ~ Kottonmouth Kings
17. Life is Beautiful ~ Kottonmouth Kings
Album Notes and Credits
Notes & Personnel Info
|Audio Mixers: Patrick Shevelin; Mike Kumagai.
|Recording information: Electric Ghetto; The Cannabis Cabin.
|Editor: Max Frauchiger.
|Illustrator: Emmy Forbes.
|Photographer: Brandon Turner.
|The Kottonmouth Kings' fifth collection of odds, ends, extras, B-sides, remixes, and whatnot benefits from the addition of "Boom Clap Sound," the stoner rock-rap group's best single in years. Here, it's presented in its remix form with the addition of rapper Chris Webby and surrounded by the usual bong load of summertime songs, bud smokers' anthems, and California-style reggae (although "Legalize It" is not a cover of the Peter Tosh classic). The physical release comes with a bonus DVD of videos and "stoner hijinks," so soak your piece in rubbing alcohol (or Everclear, where it's legal) and settle down for a ridiculous amount of "fans only" material. ~ David Jeffries
Producer: Brad X; Mike Kumagai
Musical Guests
|Chris Webby
|Tech N9ne
Compilation Appearances
|Killer(Explicit Version)
|New World Orphans(Explicit Version)
|Greatest Hits With Our Buds(Explicit Version)
|Killer(Explicit Version)
|BEST OF (HED) PE(Explicit Version)
Associated Artists and Works
|Nervous System [PA] ~ Dirtball
Technical Info
|Release Date : 11/08/2011
|Original Release Date : 2011
|Catalog ID : NZE 333
|Label : Traffic Entertainment Group
|Number of Discs : 2
|Mono/Stereo : Stereo
|SPAR Code : n/a