PLTW is an organization focused on empowering students and transforming the teaching experience – a proud tradition from the start of the organization that continues today. Since 1997, we have grown from a high school engineering program to offering comprehensive PreK-12 pathways in computer science, engineering, and biomedical science. PLTW’s world-class, activity-, project-, and problem-based curriculum gives students a chance to apply what they know, identify problems, find unique solutions, and lead their own learning, rather than be passive recipients of information in a question-and-answer, right-or-wrong learning environment. In addition to our innovative curriculum, one of the most unique aspects of our programs is the engaging, rigorous professional development for teachers. We offer five programs of study: PLTW Launch (grades PreK-5), PLTW Gateway (middle school), PLTW Biomedical Science (high school), PLTW Computer Science (high school), and PLTW Engineering (high school). PLTW has 14,000 programs in 11,500 schools, serving millions students and training over 55,000 teachers.

Founded in 1994, DWA Healthcare Communications Group is a recognized leader in the development and dissemination of innovative medical education strategies that are both creative and compliant. An award-winning, woman-owned business based in Carmel, Indiana, our companies partner with clients in the pharmaceutical, diagnostic, and biotechnology industries to generate rigorous scientific exchange among healthcare professionals to positively impact patient care. Under DWA Healthcare Communications Group is Avant Healthcare, AVAIL Meeting Planning and Speaker Bureau Services, and Forefront Collaborative. By interacting with DWA Healthcare Communications Group (DWA) LinkedIn profile (and all other DWA social media accounts), you are agreeing to our social media guidelines. Review our policy here: https://bit.ly/3ydjer2

British International School

By taking a radically different approach to high school, we plan to change the trajectory of students who otherwise may not matriculate to a postsecondary experience or high-paying technical job. The struggles of historically underserved students in Indiana served as a catalyst for the creation of a school designed to move students who are not currently preparing to go on to post-secondary education into a position where they are equipped to take advantage of opportunities to succeed, particularly in technical and STEM-related careers.

Heritage Christian Schools is a private school in Bakersfield, CA. HCS serves students & their families from pre-school through 8th grade. Heritage educates the whole child: spiritually, academically, physically, & emotionally.

The mission of Little Star Center, Inc. is to provide a structured, sensory-friendly facility where children with autism receive individualized therapeutic intervention. Based on the fundamental principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA), Little Star provides an atmosphere where children, therapists and families can interact, support each other and receive on-going training so that each child can reach their full potential at home and in a variety of settings outside of therapy.

Salem University, originally established as Salem College, received its charter from the State of West Virginia in December 1888 and offered its first term of instruction beginning in April 1889. It was founded by members of the local community and the Seventh Day Baptist Church. Throughout the years, Salem University has adhered to high standards of excellence, developing an academic program that gives our graduates the skills and tools needed to begin successful, fulfilling careers. Salem University Online continues that tradition of excellence through an accelerated online program. Salem’s list of alumni include CEOs for national and international companies, professional athletes, business executives, educators, and even a state governor. We continue to remain dedicated to the local community and your success.

Smekens Education Solutions, Inc. is a leading provider of staff development and professional resources to K-12 schools in the Midwest and beyond. Specializing in the areas of reading (comprehension strategies) and writing (6 Traits of Writing), our training team is best known for showing teachers how to apply research-based literacy strategies in ways that are practical and effective. For over a decade, Smekens Education has been supporting schools with customized on-site professional development and regional workshops. Tens of thousands of teachers have benefited from the practical, best-practice strategies that come standard with every Smekens Education seminar and on-site school training. Now, with on-demand videos available from webPD, schools have a cost-effective and convenient way to offer ongoing, job-embedded training from Smekens Education.

Midwest Academy is a leading national training institute for the progressive movement. The Academy advances the movements for social change by teaching a strategic, rigorous, results-oriented approach to social action and organization building. The Academy provides training (introductory and advanced level) strategic consulting, and coaching equipping organizers, leaders, and their organizations to think and act strategically to win justice for all. Founding Principles Win real improvements in people’s lives Give people a sense of their own power Alter the relations of power

The mission of McMillen Health is to provide vital, effective preventive health education that promotes physical, emotional, and social well-being. Founded in 1981, McMillen Health is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and one of fewer than 30 such health education organizations nationwide. McMillen is recognized as the number one resource for health education in the Northern Indiana region – reaching nearly 50,000 youth a year. We are housed in a 16,000 square foot facility with five themed teaching theaters, a 125 seat auditorium, and a Great Hall with various hands-on displays. We have 14 full- and part-time staff members. Our five professional educators all hold a four-year degree in either education or a health-related field. To date, McMillen has provided fact-based health information and education to over 1.5 million children and teens. We provide 76 programs on general health; safety; HIV/STDs; drug/ alcohol/ tobacco use prevention; nutrition and fitness; human growth and development; bullying prevention, and more. Sample program topics include the Kinderhealth program to teach children about maintaining their health, the Health Adventure program to teach third-graders the four keys of staying healthy, the Balance Your Act program to provide information to middle school students about the health risks and prevention of obesity; and the Breast Self Exam and Testicular Self Exam programs to provide teens with information on the early detection of cancer. In order to best meet the needs of those we serve, McMillen Health offers programs here at our facility, on site at a school or organization within 150 miles, and via interactive videoconferencing (IVC) with up to four classes at once in one of our two state-of-the-art IVC studios. McMillen Health has membership in the (ASHA) American School Health Association and the Northeast Indiana Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (NISTEM) Center.

We believe in Northeast Indiana, and we believe the strongest future for our region depends on developing and retaining a world-class workforce through education. Questa's mission is to help individuals access postsecondary education, graduate with less debt, and become contributing members of Northeast Indiana’s workforce. Building on over 80 years of experience, Questa has a long history of success serving the needs of local students combined with a culture of innovation to develop and implement programs that address critical talent needs in our region. Questa helps local students achieve their education through scholarships and forgivable loans. Questa scholars boast an 85% graduation rate within five years and two-thirds of Questa graduates remain in Northeast Indiana to live and work. By working with regional employers and community partners, we provide local students with affordable access to education - and a potential role in our region's long-term future and success. When students succeed, Northeast Indiana succeeds. Find more information at http://www.questafoundation.org/ and on our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram pages. @questafoundation

INSPIRE ACADEMY - A SCH OF INQUIRY is a primary/secondary education company based out of 1600 S MADISON ST, Muncie, Indiana, United States.