Published on March 9, 2010 by Technology Slice
FCAT Practice Test – That’s about how many school days Duval County principals have had to prepare students for Tuesday’s Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test. The stakes are highest at four schools — Andrew Jackson, Raines and Ribault high schools, and North Shore K-8 — that are on the state’s watchlist for poor performance on the [...]
Tags: Andrew Jackson, Countdown, Duval County, Fcat Practice Test, Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test, High Schools, Morning Announcements, North Shore, Pep Rallies, Poor Performance, Principals, Raines, Saturdays, Seniors, Special Group, Student Incentives, Study Sessions, Test Performance, Tuesday Wednesday, Watchlist
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Published on February 26, 2010 by Technology Slice
Medicare Advantage – The president and Sen. McCain had another exchange with a decidedly different, less agitated tone. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell interrupted the president while he was discussing with Rep. Ryan changes that would eliminate Medicare Advantage to say that McCain wanted to say something. This was apparently McCain’s chance to finish a [...]
Tags: Advantage, Laughs, mccain, Medicare, Mitch Mcconnell, Olive Branch, Senate Minority Leader, Senate Minority Leader Mitch, Senate Minority Leader Mitch Mcconnell, Seniors, Wide Smile
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Published on February 3, 2010 by Technology Slice
The big-name players didn’t disappoint. And neither did the big-time game. Terrence Jones led Jefferson of Portland to a 42-39 victory over Joshua Smith’s Kentwood team Tuesday night in the nationally televised Old Spice High School Basketball Showcase at Kentwood High School. Both 6-foot-9 seniors are nationally ranked recruits by ESPNU, with Smith at No. [...]
Tags: Assists, Basketball Showcase, Big Game, Big Time, Democrats, Espnu, Fans, High School Basketball, Joshua Smith, Kentwood, led, Rebounds, Seniors, Time Game, Tuesday Night, Victory
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Published on January 17, 2010 by Technology Slice
We all know how important it is to remain lean and trim. However, weight management becomes more challenging due to growing age, but there are many smart ways to achieve that. Some people find it very difficult to focus on their health and fitness programs because they are busier spending time with their children and grandchildren. Old age is also a perfect time to cultivate the hobbies that you always cherished, so there is hardly any time left for weight management.
Tags: Grandchildren, Health And Fitness, Health And Fitness Programs, Hobbies, Perfect Time, Seniors, Spending Time, Weight Loss Tips, Weight Management
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Published on January 16, 2010 by Technology Slice
Aging research is revealing that it will soon be commonplace for people to live to 100 years of age. Quality of life during these extended later years will depend significantly on the mental stimulation and brain health of those who live it. RSS and blog readers offer seniors a great way to efficiently gain and retain expertise in an unlimited number of topics. This article sets our basic concepts about these resources.
Tags: 100 Years, Aging Research, Blog, Brain Health, Mental Health, Mental Stimulation, People, Quality Of Life, Senior Citizens, Seniors, Speed Reader
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