Continuing Education Is Beneficial At Many Levels
"Even for veteran teachers, taking advantage of continuing education opportunities is a great way to re-energize and refresh your praxis," says Lisa Shechtman.
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"Even for veteran teachers, taking advantage of continuing education opportunities is a great way to re-energize and refresh your praxis," says Lisa Shechtman.
"I was fortunate enough to receive degrees in computer science, law and rabbinic ordination, and both the knowledge and rigorous logical analysis gained during those pursuits are something I use every day," says CEO Jonathan Frankel.
"Align yourself with superiors who have your best interest at heart—that they are focused on your development and not on their status," says Dr. Marilyn Benoit.
"It is so important to create a healthy environment for team members so that they can reach their full potential at work. Employers and managers need to nurture employees and offer as many health and wellness benefits as they possibly can," says Kelly Maack.
"In today's market it is important that we hire agents who will work at this career full time. The business is getting more and more complicated, and in order to make a great living at this profession, agents need to be experienced in all types of real estate transactions," says John Zeigler.
"I firmly believe that a multi-disciplinary, collaborative approach is best when it comes to assessing and treating children and adolescents," says Dr. Kate Altman.
"Our verse as educators is to fan that flame, not to extinguish it. If you love children, if you love to learn and if you have a growth mindset, you are ready to fan the flame of learning," encourages Nicolle Hutchinson.
"My goal is to stay on top of changes in healthcare, as well as every industry I work in," says Ed Mamrak.
"It is always a great feeling when you see users find great value in the systems or IT infrastructure you and your team have helped to build," says Ken Lubiski.
"Software literacy is becoming more and more important across all industries, and the next generation of business leaders will be expected to understand software in a way that current executives may not," says Zack Stiefler.
"Creating a learning environment that engages and challenges a broad range of students with different learning styles, interests and needs is no small feat," says Joel Zarrow.
"Our data has become our lives. We carry it in our mobile phones and on our tablets, and when I protect people's data, I am protecting their lives and livelihood." says Scott Shober.
"My education taught me to be a self-sufficient and life-long learner. You learn to acquire new knowledge without being instructed directly," says Chris McNabb.
"While not every student will love every subject they take, they need to be able to see that the person guiding the discussion believes that the subject is so important that students will just want to understand what is going on," says Shane Kinsella.
"Psychology is a diverse field with endless specialties, so do your research and figure out what's of most interest to you," says Dr. Dawn Graham.
"My education provided a strong foundation for my career. Without it, I would have never been prepared or equipped to handle the unexpected challenges that came with running a business, or supporting entrepreneurs as they buy/sell their businesses," says Joe Chiarello.
The key to getting experience is not only to be willing to perform many varied duties but to actively pursue opportunities to perform in and experience different elements of business operations.
"With an accelerated growth in the home building industry, the demand for qualified candidates has quickly outpaced the supply. It has become an "Employees' Market" again," says Jay Lehman.
"Set a goal, then follow your heart. One without the other will not lead to a satisfying experience," says Julie Stern.
"My education at Wharton and Villanova gave me a strong foundation and overall structure to analyze difficult business decisions and develop solutions," says CEO Randall Hendricks.
"Many people fall in love with the idea of working at a tech-driven company without understanding what the culture will be. It's so important to make sure that the job you seek matches your personality traits," Says CEO Tim Daly.
"I think the most important duties [of a psychologist] are to listen to people, to hear what they aren't saying and help them figure that out." says Dr. Novak.
"Be willing to work hard, willing to learn and seek out opportunities that stretch your capabilities," says Michael Carbone.
"Without a doubt, my advanced training and certifications as a reading specialist help me and my students every day," says Lauren Bell.
"In the rapidly changing landscape of health care, both formal and informal education is essential," says Jane Mericle.
Mostly sunny, very mild Monday in Philadelphia region. Here's the weather forecast.
A man died after he was hit by a bus near Independence Mall in Philadelphia Sunday evening, police said.
Cpl. Timothy O'Connor was fatally shot after pulling over an erratic driver, officials said during a news conference early Monday morning.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Philadelphia 76ers point guard Tyrese Maxey will sit out at least the next two games with a sprained finger.
The FBI has since launched a terrorism investigation after explosive devices were ignited, allegedly by a man from Pennsylvania.
Cpl. Timothy O'Connor was fatally shot after pulling over an erratic driver, officials said during a news conference early Monday morning.
Mostly sunny, very mild Monday in Philadelphia region. Here's the weather forecast.
A man died after he was hit by a bus near Independence Mall in Philadelphia Sunday evening, police said.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
A man died after he was hit by a bus near Independence Mall in Philadelphia Sunday evening, police said.
Cpl. Timothy O'Connor was fatally shot after pulling over an erratic driver, officials said during a news conference early Monday morning.
The FBI has since launched a terrorism investigation after explosive devices were ignited, allegedly by a man from Pennsylvania.
For the past week, gas prices have been rising rapidly amid the U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran.
The injury-riddled Sixers lose to Hawks Saturday night as Tyrese Maxey exits the game in final minute with hand injury.
After losing the ability to walk, Onaliese Cosme fought her way back onto the soccer pitch at Deptford High School in New Jersey.
There are several challenges in the investigation into the March 4 explosion at a Logan Township cocoa processing facility, officials say.
Camden County officials celebrated the opening of a new reentry release center designed to help people leaving jail as they return to the community.
New Jersey E-ZPass users could soon be able to ditch the tags mounted to their windshields to pay tolls.
At least three people remain hospitalized after an explosion in Swedesboro, Gloucester County, that also damaged nearby businesses.
Delaware residents can now schedule appointments at the Wilmington DMV, which will reopen on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
New Castle County police fatally shot a man armed with knives after a standoff on Ramsey Road.
Gas prices are spiking just days into the U.S.-Israel war with Iran, with the nationwide average already up 22 cents per gallon in the last week, AAA says.
Operation Epic Fury sparked swift reaction from lawmakers in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
After a nor'easter dumped snow on the Philadelphia area, some schools have announced closings and virtual learning days for Tuesday, Feb. 4.
The 18th annual Pink Invitational is raising money to help women with breast and ovarian cancer.
A micro-hospital that aims to help Delaware County after Crozer Health's collapse last year is inching closer to opening in Aston.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
One Montgomery County woman spoke with CBS News Philadelphia to detail how she found treatment that saved her life.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
A person is dead, and another was critically injured in a crash in Southwest Philadelphia involving a SEPTA bus Wednesday afternoon, police said.
The same technology the PPA started using last year to ticket illegally parked drivers from cameras on SEPTA buses will soon be used on trolleys.
A stretch of Route 202, also known as DeKalb Pike, will be closed until late fall as work to prevent sinkholes gets underway.
A major winter storm blanketed southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware with snow Sunday night and Monday.
Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Philadelphia has reopened following emergency repairs, according to the city.
Philadelphia 76ers point guard Tyrese Maxey will sit out at least the next two games with a sprained finger.
Philadelphia Phillies left fielder Kyle Schwarber hit a two-run homer as the United States rolled to a 9-1 victory over Britain Saturday at the World Baseball Classic.
The injury-riddled Sixers lose to Hawks Saturday night as Tyrese Maxey exits the game in final minute with hand injury.
Trevor Zegras scored the only goal of the shootout to help the Flyers defeat the Penguins 4-3 on Saturday night.
The Eagles are reportedly locking up star defensive tackle Jordan Davis to a three-year extension.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Andrew Kozak has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on a sunny Monday.
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The shooting happened around 8:30 p.m. near Compass and Michael roads, and the trooper was taken to Paoli Hospital, according to Chester County dispatch.
A large law enforcement presence was seen Sunday afternoon at the home of one of the two Pennsylvania men who were arrested after explosive devices were ignited outside New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's residence the day prior, when protesters clashed.
Experts say the average price for a gallon of gas is on pace to reach $4 as the war with Iran continues and oil production is disrupted in the Middle East.