Written by Allison Wilson Importance of Language-Rich Early Math Experiences For our youngest learners, it’s not the number of costly toys or flashcards that is of utmost importance but rather something completely free, talking. Language is central to all strands of a child’s development, including early math. In fact, research suggests that the quality […]
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Another Economic Forecast is in the books – Pandemic, Response, Re-do. It’s an event we look forward to each year that helps us plan for what’s coming next. Thanks again to economists Dr. John Mitchell, Dr Grant Forsyth, Dr. Vange Ocasio Hochheimer, and Steve Scranton. Your insights help us understand the economic shifts and changes
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(SPOKANE, Wash.) – The CEO and Chair of the Board of Trustees of Greater Spokane Inc. (GSI), Spokane County’s Associate Development Organization (ADO), issued the following statement on new restrictions announced today by Governor Inslee on Washington citizens and businesses: GSI is very concerned with the increasing numbers of not only COVID-19 cases, but the
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(Spokane County, WA)– This morning, the Spokane Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved the allocation of up to $10.8 million of CARES Act funding for a grant program to support local accommodation, food services, arts, entertainment and recreation industries. The Spokane County Hospitality Relief Grant application process and administration will be handled by Greater Spokane
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Written by Amanda Gilliam, Marketing Manager, Mobius COVID-19 has required Mobius to get creative; we’re transforming in order to survive and continue to serve our region. We're excited to announce that Mobius has consolidated its two locations. The children’s museum, formerly located in the lower level of River Park Square, will move into the space
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The nominating committee of Greater Spokane Inc. has completed its task to nominate new members for three-year terms to the Board of Trustees commencing January 1, 2021. The nominees are: Nadine Burgess, Spokane Gymnastics Brooke Baker-Spink, Baker Construction Matt Ewers, IEDS Logistics Roger Flint, Parametrix Rustin Hall, ALSC Architects, PS Julie Honekamp, SNAP Jeff Johnson,
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Greater Spokane Inc. is partnering with AWB Institute to pilot a new program in Spokane – the Washington State Workforce Portal. This state-wide platform connects young people across the state to internship opportunities, creating real-world learning and experience for future careers. Internship opportunities help young people navigate the world of work and make informed choices
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EWU’s College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics’ (CSTEM) 100 Women Strong program has been recognized as one of the “Inspiring Programs in STEM” for 2020 by Insight into Diversity magazine. Launched last fall, the 100 Women Strong program is dedicated to increasing representation of women in the fields of computer science and engineering by recruiting, retaining, and rewarding
(SPOKANE, Wash.) – The Spokane STEM Network, housed within Greater Spokane Inc. (GSI) and serving NorthEast Washington Educational Service District (ESD) 101, in partnership with the Apple STEM Network at North Central ESD 171, has been awarded a collective $50,000 Career Connect Washington grant to connect K-12 students living in rural and remote communities to
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Spokane County Allocated CARES Act funding to Greater Spokane Inc. to Administer Program (SPOKANE, Wash.) – On Monday, July 27, Greater Spokane Incorporated (GSI), the County’s designated Associate Development Organization (ADO), will launch the OPENTogether Small Business and Non-profit Grant program to help small businesses and non-profits offset safety and operating costs, rent and other
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