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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight: Susan Kleinle, Bus Driver & Tammy Ackerman, Monitor]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Sue Kleinle and Tammy Ackerman highlight the impact of the IU’s Transportation team, where strong relationships, communication, and care help students feel supported every day.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:35:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students Put Math Skills to the Test at Regional 24 Challenge®]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:33:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CIU 20 Hosts Regional Academic Competition]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:31:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Family Sensory Night Fosters Connection and Early Learning]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:26:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Series Empowers District Leaders to Support Students in an AI-Driven World]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:24:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Regional STEM Design Challenge Showcases Innovation and Collaboration]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:21:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight: Abygale Repsher, Associate Teacher, Autistic Support]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:17:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Innovation on Display at Regional MADcom Competition]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:13:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Connecting Families at Act 89/Title I Engagement Event]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:12:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Building a Safer School Environment at Colonial Academy]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:10:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CIU 20 Hosts Regional Conversation on Children’s Mental Health]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:09:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Designing Inclusive Science Lessons for Every Student]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:07:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Christine Scavello, Life Skills Support Teacher]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:51:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A Stage for Growth: 25 Years of Building Bridges]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:48:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Educators Explore Innovative Assessment Strategies at STEELS Workshop]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:49:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Colonial Academy Students Shine at District 11 SkillsUSA Competition]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:45:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight: Dr. Katarzyna (Kathy) Bialek, OTR/L]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dedicated School Age Occupational Therapist]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:23:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students Build Skills and Confidence Through New Community Partnership]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 is excited to partner with Community Bike Works to bring a hands-on, skill-building program to students at Colonial Academy.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:16:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Empowering Students Through Cyber Safety Education]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:20:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Young Innovators Shine at CIU 20 Regional Keystone Competition]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 hosted a regional Pennsylvania Keystone STEM Competition, bringing together students for a day of hands-on problem solving.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:19:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CIU 20 Accepting Nominations for Excellence in Education Awards]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:18:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[January is School Director Appreciation Month!]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 21:07:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Miranda (Randi) LaCagnina - Speech Therapist

Rose Tarenc - 1:1 Associate Teacher, Life Skills Support]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:22:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Advancing Early Literacy: Regional Leaders Gather at CIU 20]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:18:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CIU 20 Community Unites to Support Local Families]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:16:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Exploring Pathways in Special Education at Colonial IU 20]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:20:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Strengthening Career Readiness in Monroe County]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial IU 20 and the Monroe Career & Technical Institute (MCTI) recently partnered to host the Monroe Career Pathways Coalition (MCPC) Skills for the Future Panel Discussion at MCTI.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:19:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Building Stronger Connections Through LEAP Training]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2025 09:37:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Strengthening Family Partnerships Through Engagement and Creativity]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2025 09:36:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Inspiring Awareness and Empowerment on White Cane Day]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[White Cane Day raises awareness about the experiences and accomplishments of individuals who are blind or visually impaired.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2025 09:31:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Community Events Provide Valuable Experience for Café 71 Students]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students from Colonial Café 71 have been busy in the community this fall.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2025 09:33:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Colonial Academy Earns Statewide Recognition for Positive School Climate]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 15:12:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New Partnership with Chick-fil-A Brings Real-World Learning Opportunities to Students]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 15:14:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Colonial IU 20 Awarded ﻿Highmark Foundation Grant]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 15:15:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight: Sara Timofeev]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 15:18:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CIU 20 Strengthens Partnerships with IBHS Providers]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 15:18:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Aidan Morton-Capozza Named ﻿2025 INSPIRE Award Winner]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 15:16:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Starting the Year with Kindness, Respect, and Connection]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2025 10:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spotlight on Success: CIU 20 Honors Exceptional Staff]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2025 10:31:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Staff Shine at National Project SEARCH Conference]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2025 10:35:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[From Adversity to Achievement: A Student Success Story]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2083771</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Savannah thrives with CIU 20 Emotional Support program.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2025 09:46:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Regional Literacy Symposium Held]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2083795</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Attendees participated in a variety of breakout sessions and networking opportunities designed to support improved literacy outcomes for students across the region.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2025 11:17:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Family Fun Day Brings Joy to CIU 20’s Youngest Learners]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2083794</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2025 11:16:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Celebrations Held for Project SEARCH Graduates]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2083793</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[CIU 20 is committed to preparing students for life beyond high school, and Project SEARCH plays a vital role in that mission.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2025 11:14:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CIU 20 Hosts 51st Annual Summer Administrative Workshop]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2083773</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The day featured breakout sessions with strands and topics geared toward various types of administrative roles.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2025 09:49:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In Celebration of the Class of 2025]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2076800</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 congratulates the Class of 2025 for their perseverance, resiliency, and motivation to succeed.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 May 2025 08:57:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight: Annette Nielsen]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2076828</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[School Counselor, Nonpublic School Services]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 May 2025 10:09:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Former Early Intervention Student Builds New Play Area for Colonial Early Learning Center]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2076819</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 May 2025 10:02:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight: Kim Patti & Mechelle Morris]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2064147</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[School Bus Drivers, Transportation Department]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 10:41:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Early Intervention Hosts Student Art Show and Sensory Workshop]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2064127</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 10:23:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[High School Students Compete in Regional Academic Challenge]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2064146</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 10:40:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Giving Back: Colonial Academy Leads Local Service Projects]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2064139</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 10:34:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Regional STEM Design Challenge Held]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2064132</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 10:28:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Administrators & Student Ambassadors Meet with Legislators]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2051961</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 10:50:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight:  Cherylynn "Cheryl" Frantz]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2051966</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[1:1 Associate Teacher, Physical Support Program]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 10:54:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Colonial Academy Hosts Motivational Speaker]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2051965</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 10:53:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Regional Media & Design Competition Held]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2051964</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 10:52:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight: Timothy Fountain]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2039818</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mental Health Worker, Therapeutic Emotional Support Program]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 11:43:31 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CIU 20 Accepting Nominations for Excellence in Education Awards]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2024105</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This annual recognition for outstanding education programs throughout the public schools across the region is presented by CIU 20 and its member districts. Deadline is March 7th.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 09:48:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Partnership Advocacy Event Held]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2039827</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 11:52:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Staff Create Sensory Area for Special Olympics Athletes]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2039824</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 11:51:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight: Brendon Burton]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2024107</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Associate Teacher, Autistic Support Program]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 09:51:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Networking Event Held for Region's Human Resources Administrators]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2024106</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial IU 20 brought together HR teams from its member school districts on January 16th to explore innovative ways to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiency.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 09:50:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students Display Computer Programming Skills at Regional Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2024097</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Computer programming teams from four Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 region high schools crunched code during the “Code Jam”]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 09:41:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Recognizes Dedicated Board of Directors]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2024096</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[January is School Director Recognition Month and the Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 leadership team is grateful for the dedicated Board of Directors that supports its endeavors in serving children in Northampton, Monroe, and Pike Counties.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 09:39:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight: Ashley Bencsics]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2010145</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Therapeutic Emotional Support Teacher]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Dec 2024 15:22:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Hosts Career Exploration Day for Future Educators]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2010141</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Dec 2024 15:19:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Administrators Present at PDE Conference]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2010144</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Dec 2024 15:20:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Participates in Special Needs Expo]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2010140</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Dec 2024 15:17:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Junior Tech Leaders Learn About Wildlife Conservation]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/2010136</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Dec 2024 15:15:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Participates in Community Outreach Events]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1987240</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 partnered with Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit 21 to support State Representative Zach Mako’s Special Needs Fair]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Oct 2024 11:15:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight:  Vicki Drake]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1987263</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dedicated Speech Therapist for School Age Programs]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Oct 2024 11:23:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Holds Early Literacy Networking Event]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1987257</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial IU 20 partnered with PBS39 and LehighValleyNews.com to host the inaugural Early Literacy Networking Event on October 16th.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Oct 2024 11:20:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fire Prevention Week Provides Learning Opportunities]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1987254</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial IU 20 classrooms across the region celebrated Fire Prevention Week with engaging activities for students aimed at teaching fire safety and preparedness.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Oct 2024 11:18:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Hosts Federal Programs Regional Workshop]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1987250</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 recently hosted the Department of Federal Programs Fall Regional Workshop, attracting Local Education Agencies (LEAs) from various districts and charter schools across the region.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Oct 2024 11:17:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Grand Opening Held for Colonial Cafe 71]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1972258</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2024 15:41:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2024 Inspire Award Winner]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1972267</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2024 15:46:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight:  Jen Zingales]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1972265</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dedicated Coordinator of Special Education, Early Intervention]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2024 15:45:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Structured Literacy Initiative Continues in Autistic Support Program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1972260</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2024 15:43:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Hosts Workshop for School Attendance Concerns]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1972259</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2024 15:42:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Orientation Day Award Winners Announced]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1958327</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Aug 2024 15:34:50 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CIU 20 Kicks Off New School Year with Kindness Initiative]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1958324</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Aug 2024 15:31:35 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In Celebration of the Class of 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1940523</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 congratulates the Class of 2024 for their perseverance, resiliency, and motivation to succeed.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Jun 2024 23:06:07 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Summer Administrative Workshop Held]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1940524</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This year's theme was "Navigating the Future: Guiding Students Towards Success" and marked the 50th anniversary of providing an annual large-scale regional professional development event that features a mix of national and regional presenters.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Jun 2024 23:18:17 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight: Brandon Mihalko]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1932615</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dedicated Management Assistant, RESOLVE Behavioral Health]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 29 May 2024 12:47:36 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Excellence in Education Awards & National Merit Scholar Recognition Ceremony]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1932614</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 29 May 2024 12:46:27 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Administrators Meet with Legislators on Behalf of the Region]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1932609</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 29 May 2024 12:42:37 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Teacher Receives Award from Community Organization]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1932607</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 29 May 2024 12:40:33 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight:  Deanna Sanchez (Monitor) & Cynthia Karner (Bus Driver)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1922252</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[They care deeply for the students they transport and create a safe space on their bus on the journey to and from school.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 05 May 2024 18:04:50 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Author Visits IU Classrooms]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1922247</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Ms. Ozuna read her book to the students and facilitated engaging activities on the topics of inclusion and belonging.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 05 May 2024 17:56:50 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Graduation Ceremony Change of Location]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1930639</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Due to a power outage at Colonial Academy, the Colonial IU 20 Graduation Ceremony will take place at 6 pm on May 23rd at the Colonial IU 20 Central Office, 6 Danforth Drive, Easton PA  18045.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2024 12:50:51 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Transition & Community Resource Fairs Held for Families]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1922250</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial IU 20 has partnered with local education entities to offer Transition and Community Resource Fairs for families to gather information about post-secondary outcomes for graduating students with special needs.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 05 May 2024 18:02:39 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[STEM Design Challenge Held]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1922249</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students in grades four through eight were presented with a challenge and then built an object using K’Nex pieces with a unique blueprint.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sun, 05 May 2024 18:00:59 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[STEM Learning Summit Offered]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1922248</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 hosted the event in collaboration with Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit 21 as part of the continued work associated with the PA Smart Advancing Grant.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 05 May 2024 17:58:50 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight:  Tammy Bonanni]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1909594</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Service Coordinator, Early Intervention]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 09 Apr 2024 11:10:14 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Instructional Coaches Convene for Networking Event]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1909598</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 09 Apr 2024 11:16:07 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Regional Media & Design Competition Held]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1909597</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 09 Apr 2024 11:16:41 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[High School Students Participate in Regional Academic Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1909601</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 09 Apr 2024 11:15:22 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Hosts Bi-Annual Training to Increase Pool of Substitute Teachers]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1909596</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 09 Apr 2024 11:10:43 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Touchstone Theatre Partnership Provides Therapeutic Opportunities for Students]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1892011</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 and Touchstone Theatre have partnered for over 25 years to provide therapeutic activities to high school students in the Resolve Behavioral Health programs.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Feb 2024 11:46:36 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight:  Officer Daniel Marino]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1891994</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[School Resource Officer, Colonial Academy]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Feb 2024 11:39:42 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Hosts Career Exploration Day for Future Educators]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1892006</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 recently welcomed future educators from Pocono Mountain East & West High Schools to the CIU 20 central office to explore career opportunities in the field of Special Education.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Feb 2024 11:44:23 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Colonial Academy Student Places at SkillsUSA Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1892000</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dakota Ribble, a Bangor Area SD student attending Colonial Academy was awarded a bronze medal for the second straight year at the District 11 SkillsUSA Competition.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Feb 2024 11:41:55 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Regional Principal's Networking Event Held]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1891996</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Feb 2024 11:40:46 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CIU 20 Accepting Nominations for Excellence in Education Awards]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[DEADLINE EXTENDED until March 11th! Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 is accepting nominations for the 2024 Excellence in Education (EIE) Awards.  This annual recognition for outstanding education programs throughout the public schools across the region is presented by CIU 20 and its member districts.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Feb 2024 11:37:49 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight: Sydney Slone]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1874975</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Teacher, Autistic Support Program]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jan 2024 09:53:39 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Location Change for February Board Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1889877</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Colonial IU 20 February Board Meeting will be held on February 28th at 7:30 pm at Colonial Academy, 1353 Jacobsburg Road, Wind Gap, PA  18091.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Feb 2024 10:12:33 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Recognizes Dedicated Board of Directors]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1874948</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[January is School Director Recognition Month!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jan 2024 09:29:02 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Colonial Cafe 71 Readies Students for Employment Opportunities]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1874953</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Full-Service coffee shop operated by students that promotes independence and supports skill building]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jan 2024 09:32:21 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Celebrating Equity, Inclusion & Belonging]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1875058</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Upgrades to Office Libraries]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jan 2024 11:25:50 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Local Leaders Testify at PA House Education Committee]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1874956</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jan 2024 09:37:34 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Swatting Summit Held for Region's Schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1874962</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jan 2024 09:37:08 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Student Hired as Youth Ambassador]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1858680</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Kylee Diaz, Pen Argyl Area SD student enrolled in CIU 20 Life Skills classroom at Bethlehem Area Vocational-Technical School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jan 2024 09:57:40 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight:  Kyle Gabbard]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1858691</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Teacher, Partial Hospitalization Program]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Dec 2023 14:30:07 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students Create Braille Holiday Cards]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1858669</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Dec 2023 14:16:18 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kiwanis Club of Easton Partnership Continues]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1858675</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Dec 2023 14:19:34 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Participates in Special Needs Expo]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1858685</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Dec 2023 14:28:18 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Training Offered to Enhance STEM Curriculum]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1837547</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Oct 2023 11:19:29 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight: Diane Lazar]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1837555</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dedicated Remedial Teacher, Nonpublic School Services]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Oct 2023 11:22:08 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Recognizes Outgoing Board Members]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1837541</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 acknowledges the dedication and commitment of three board members whose tenure has come to an end.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Oct 2023 11:17:40 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In Celebration of Unity Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1837560</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Oct 2023 11:23:16 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Regional Training Held to Increase Pool of Substitute Teachers]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1837550</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Oct 2023 11:20:30 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight:  Michele Relvas]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1823009</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dedicated Physical Therapist & Program Partnership Award Winner]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Oct 2023 11:17:30 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Training Series for Math Educators Offered]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1822997</link>
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					<description><![CDATA["High Intensity Instructional Techniques (HIIT) For Mathematics" by Dr. Paul Riccomini]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Oct 2023 11:06:46 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In Cerebration of Hispanic Heritage Month]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1823013</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Oct 2023 11:14:24 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Grant Funds STEM Collaboration with Local Libraries]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1823001</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Oct 2023 11:09:02 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A Closer Look at the Impact of Artificial Intelligence in Education]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1822998</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Oct 2023 11:07:47 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Graduate Honored for Post-Secondary Outcomes]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1822988</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Angel Robles, East Stroudsburg High School North, East Stroudsburg Area School District, is the recipient of the 2023 Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 INSPIRE Award.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Oct 2023 11:03:57 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Theme for 23-24 School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1804510</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Navigating this Journey Together]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2023 11:05:24 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight:  Years of Service Awards]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1804534</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The CIU 20 leadership team thanks these staff members who have dedicated their careers to serving our IU 20 families and member districts.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2023 11:21:57 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Orientation Day Award Recipients Announced]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1804512</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2023 11:09:04 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Trainings Held to Prepare Transportation Staff for Return of Students]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1804517</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2023 11:12:08 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A Special Welcome for New Student Services Staff]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1804515</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2023 11:10:09 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Colonial Virtual Program Receives National Recognition]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1804537</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2023 11:23:59 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Extended School Year Program Readies Students for Upcoming School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1804532</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2023 11:20:11 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Early Intervention Program Celebrates Graduates]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1804523</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2023 11:15:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Summer Administrative Workshop Held for Regional School Leaders]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1804541</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2023 11:27:19 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight:  Mason Messinger]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1783019</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dedicated Teacher / Project SEARCH Instructor]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jun 2023 09:38:18 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In Celebration of the Class of 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1783009</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jun 2023 09:20:04 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In Recognition of CIU 20 Retirees]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1783022</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jun 2023 09:41:02 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Regional Literacy Symposium Held]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1783021</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jun 2023 09:39:22 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Project SEARCH Graduation Ceremony]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1783013</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jun 2023 09:22:03 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Colonial Academy Senior Recognition Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1783010</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jun 2023 09:19:37 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight:  Connie Fogge]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1771834</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dedicated Associate Teacher]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 May 2023 10:12:25 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Excellence in Education Awards & National Merit Scholar Recognition Ceremony]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1771782</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Honoring the region's students and educators]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 May 2023 09:09:30 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students "Dance the Night Away" at CIU 20 Prom]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1771833</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 May 2023 10:10:20 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students Participate in 24 Challenge Math Tournament]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1771820</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 May 2023 09:53:39 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Cybersecurity Planning Workshop Held for Regional Schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1771783</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Two-day workshop to help school teams implement a cybersecurity plan]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 May 2023 09:11:37 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight: Deborah Brett]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1745188</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2023 22:01:16 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Resiliency Skills on Display in IU Classrooms]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1745185</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2023 21:55:26 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Regional Media and Design Competition Held]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1745187</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2023 21:58:57 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Another Project Completed at Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1745186</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2023 21:56:57 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight:  Kristina Deinarowicz]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1735092</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dedicated Mental Health Treatment Specialist]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2023 10:01:28 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New Internship Opportunity for Young Adults with Special Needs]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1735091</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 is looking for young adults to participate in a new internship opportunity for the 2023-2024 school year at Wind Creek Resort in Bethlehem.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2023 09:59:14 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Feeding Evaluations & Interventions Now Offered]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1503366</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[CIU 20 provides specialized evaluation and intervention for children with documented or suspected difficulties with safe and effective eating at school and at home.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 31 Jan 2024 10:34:05 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Colonial Academy Students Compete in SkillsUSA Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1735087</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2023 09:55:25 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Collaboration with Wilson Area SD Promotes Inclusion]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1735080</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2023 09:52:53 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight:  Dan Rowley]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1716884</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Autistic Support Teacher]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2023 09:09:36 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board Meeting Updates - 2/22/2023]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1728214</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Due to inclement weather in Monroe County, the public will have the option to attend tonight's board meeting in person or virtually. Link to register for virtual option can be found by clicking "more info" below.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2023 14:15:31 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CIU 20 Accepting Nominations for Excellence in Education Awards]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 is accepting nominations for the 2023 Excellence in Education (EIE) Awards until March 1, 2023.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2023 09:00:15 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Celebrating Equity, Inclusion & Belonging]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1716886</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The mission of the Colonial IU 20 Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (EIB) committee is to provide positive, safe, equitable and inclusive learning environments.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2023 09:04:48 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students Display Computer Programming Skills at Regional Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1716878</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[High School computer programming teams from Delaware Valley, Nazareth, and Northampton joined IU 21 region schools at the annual “Code Jam” on December 20th at DeSales University.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2023 08:59:12 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Grant Funds STEM Professional Development for Local Educators]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1716875</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial Intermediate Unit 20, in collaboration with Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit 21, and the Da Vinci Science Center is offering a series of STEM professional development opportunities for local educators.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2023 08:57:44 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Collaboration with Pleasant Valley SD Helps Classroom Communication]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1716873</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 Hearing Support Teacher, Gina Charowsky, has partnered with Pleasant Valley Elementary Life Skills Support Teacher, Kristen Gschwend, to help students and staff in her classroom communicate more effectively by utilizing sign language.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2023 08:51:40 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Thank You School Directors]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1710779</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In Celebration of School Director Recognition Month]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2023 15:35:46 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight:  Lauren Gundrum]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1703974</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dedicated Speech Therapist]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2023 09:39:43 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Celebrating Equity, Inclusion & Belonging]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1703977</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The mission of the Colonial IU 20 Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (EIB) committee is to provide positive, safe, equitable and inclusive learning environments.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2023 09:48:40 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Team Members Lead Workshops at State-Wide Conferences]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1703973</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2023 09:45:11 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PDE Leadership Attends IU Events / Listens to Concerns of Regional Schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1702172</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[CIU 20 thanks the team from PDE for having open communication with the educators in our region.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2022 11:37:45 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students Engaged in Real-World Computer Science Initiative]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1702175</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Build/Fly/Code initiative allows students to explore computer science opportunities through the use of drones.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2022 11:41:20 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Family Night Strengthens Relationships]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1702178</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Due to outreach and CIU 20 staff involvement, the program is able to offer all activities, food, and prizes at no cost to families.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2022 11:44:49 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kiwanis Club of Easton Partnership Continues]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1702170</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Kiwanis holiday party supports the mission of CIU 20 by helping to enrich the lives of the students served by the IU.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2022 11:33:52 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students Gain Real-World Building Trades Experience]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1683968</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2022 15:34:48 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight: Karissa Hensel Therapeutic Emotional Support Teacher]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1683978</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2022 15:44:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Celebrating Diversity, Equity and Inclusion]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1683984</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Colonial IU 20 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Committee seeks to foster a sense of belonging for all students, families, and staff. Below is what is being celebrated this month.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2022 15:47:03 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Environmental Literacy Workshops Held for Educators]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1683972</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2022 15:38:55 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Assists Schools with Personalized Learning Initiative]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1683970</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2022 15:36:43 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight: Multi-Disabilities Support Team at Asa Packer Elementary School]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1669395</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Laura Stanley (Associate Teacher) and Jessica Wall (Teacher)]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2022 14:17:04 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Engagement Series' Geared Towards Supporting Families Announced]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1669390</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2022 14:10:51 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LGBTQ+ Awareness Trainings Held for Staff]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1669397</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2022 14:18:01 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Instructor Training Held for Violent Intruder Situations]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1669386</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2022 14:06:06 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Junior Tech Leader Program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1669382</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2022 14:04:28 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CIU 20 Kicks Off New School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1649836</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[With theme of #CIU20WeCan]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2022 13:24:56 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Graduate Honored for Post-Secondary Outcomes]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1649849</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2022 13:38:55 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight - Years of Service Awards]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1649860</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2022 13:48:32 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Early Intervention Program Celebrates Graduates]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1649858</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2022 13:46:38 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Extended School Year Program Readies Students for Upcoming School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1649854</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2022 13:44:30 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Trainings Help Prepare Transportation Staff for Return of Students]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1649846</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2022 13:34:52 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Orientation Day Award Recipients Announced]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1649839</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2022 13:27:43 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In Recognition of CIU 20 Retirees]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1631036</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The CIU 20 leadership team thanks the dedicated individuals who retired this year for their years serving our IU 20 family and public education.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2022 10:34:54 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight:  Christopher Hindson]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1631035</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Innovative Occupational Therapist]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2022 10:29:30 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Social and Emotional Wellness Supports]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1631033</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Year in Review]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2022 10:26:22 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students "Dance the Night Away" at CIU 20 Prom]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1631032</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On June 10, 2022, students from Colonial IU 20 programs participated in this year's prom, held at Colonial Academy in Wind Gap.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2022 10:24:51 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Project SEARCH Graduation Ceremony]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1631030</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Innovative training program for young adults to obtain career ready skills.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2022 10:23:26 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Possibilities Program Interns Complete Another Successful Year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1625573</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2022 14:59:29 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Excellence in Education Awards & National Merit Scholar Recognition Ceremony]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1625580</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This annual event honors outstanding educational programs and students throughout the public schools in Northampton, Monroe and Pike counties.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2022 15:07:59 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight: Christopher Rice]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1625582</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Innovative Autistic Support Teacher]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2022 15:17:25 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In Celebration of 50 Years of Service]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1625575</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2022 15:02:51 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Early Intervention Hosts "Family Fun Day"]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1625571</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 Early Intervention Program welcomed families back to an in person “Family Fun Day” at Wind Gap Park]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2022 14:56:32 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight: Kelly Schultheis]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1606356</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Innovative Autistic Support Teacher]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2022 14:01:31 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New Internship Opportunity for Young Adults with Special Needs]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1606333</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 is looking for young adults to participate in a new internship opportunity for the 2022-2023 school year at the Easton Campus of St. Luke's Hospital.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2022 13:51:43 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Autism Awareness Month]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1606361</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2022 14:04:40 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[High School Students Participate in Regional Academic Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1606348</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On April 1, 2022, Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 hosted the annual Regional Academic Competition for public and non-public high school teams in Northampton, Monroe, and Pike counties.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2022 13:56:51 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[STEM Design Challenge Held for Students]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1606344</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In late March, Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 held its annual regional STEM Design Challenge in a virtual format.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2022 13:54:37 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Workshop Welcomes Artists of All Abilities]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1606325</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2022 13:44:20 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Hosts Career & Technical Education Awareness Session]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1591305</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On March 16th, Colonial IU 20 invited the region's three Career and Technical schools to present about the role they play in career readiness for students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2022 15:16:09 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Location Change for April Board Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1604115</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The April 27th board meeting location will be at Colonial Academy, 1353 Jacobsburg Road, Wind Gap, PA 18091.  Meeting meeting will begin at 7:30 pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 26 Apr 2022 09:39:25 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CIU 20 Parent Support T.E.A.M and CIU 20 Present at PDE Conference]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1591296</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Members of the Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 organization presented at the Pennsylvania Department of Education Annual Conference in early March.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2022 15:12:10 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Celebrations]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1591307</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Colonial IU 20 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Committee seeks to foster a sense of belonging for all students, families, and staff. Below is what is being celebrated this month.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2022 15:18:11 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Media & Design Competition Held for Middle and High School Students]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1591304</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[CIU 20 organized the regional Media & Design Competition on March 8th, which was held at the Northampton Community College's Bethlehem Campus.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2022 15:14:59 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students Display Computer Programming Skills at Regional Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1591302</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Computer programming teams from four Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 region high schools crunched code and competed for prizes during the annual “Code Jam” on March 11th.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2022 15:13:43 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Updated Health and Safety Plan]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1578816</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Effective March 2, 2022, Colonial IU 20 has updated their Health and Safety Plan to reflect new guidance from the CDC and PA Department of Health.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2022 08:47:44 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight:  Christine Bloch]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1575355</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dedicated Hearing Support Teacher]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Feb 2022 09:48:11 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Inclement Weather Update for 2/25/2022]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1565038</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial Academy and CELC will be closed on 2/25/2022 with a traditional snow day. No CIU20 Transportation in Northampton, Monroe, Pike Counties. Offices will be closed for all staff office staff/12 month staff remote work.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Feb 2022 20:32:12 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Creates Course for Individuals Seeking Classroom Monitor Permits]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1575350</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[To Assist Schools with Substitute Teacher Shortages]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Feb 2022 09:44:22 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CIU 20 Participates in Polar Plunge to Support Special Olympics]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1575348</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Members of the Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 team participated in this month's Polar Plunge festivities to raise money for Special Olympics.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Feb 2022 09:58:20 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Celebrating Diversity Equity and Inclusion]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1575368</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Colonial IU 20 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Committee seeks to foster a sense of belonging for all students, families, and staff.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Feb 2022 09:57:26 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Accepting Nominations for Excellence in Education Awards]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1559303</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Deadline is March 4, 2022]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2022 10:40:25 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Celebrating Diversity, Equity & Inclusion]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1559305</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Colonial IU 20 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Committee seeks to foster a sense of belonging for all students, families, and staff.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2022 10:43:04 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight:  Helen Capparell]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1559293</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Speech Pathologist Serving Colonial Academy]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2022 10:34:20 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Recognizes Dedicated Board of Directors]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1559290</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[January is School Director Recognition Month]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2022 10:30:10 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sensory Friendly COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics at Colonial Academy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1559302</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2022 10:38:40 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Informational Session Held for Legislators About Local Education Concerns]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1559299</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2022 10:36:22 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight - Karissa Johnson]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1542244</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Innovative Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Jan 2022 14:47:35 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Community Based Learning Opportunities Expand with New Site]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1542239</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Dec 2021 08:40:44 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Inclement Weather Update - January 7th]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1549454</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Jan 2022 05:45:08 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[National Giving Month Inspires Community Service Project]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1542242</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Dec 2021 08:40:17 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kiwanis Club of Easton Partnership Continues]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1542234</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Dec 2021 08:33:05 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CIU 20 to Host Sensory Friendly COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1542233</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Open everyone 5 years and older, d on December 16, 2021 from 3 pm to 8 pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Dec 2021 08:31:01 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Join our Team - Get a Sign-On Bonus]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1521961</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[CIU 20 is offering sign-on bonuses for eligible jobs in the Student Services and Transportation Departments.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 23 Nov 2021 08:15:56 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1519009</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Team from the Mountain Center Head Start Collaboration]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 27 Oct 2021 15:21:13 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CIU 20 Staff Members Featured on "Beyond the Classroom" PBS Series]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1518994</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 27 Oct 2021 15:15:20 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Wellness Fair & Flu Shot Clinic]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1519004</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 27 Oct 2021 15:18:57 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Regional Training Held to Increase Pool of Substitute Teachers]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1518999</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 27 Oct 2021 15:17:50 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Colonial Academy Commemorates 9/11 Anniversary]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1518996</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 27 Oct 2021 15:16:57 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1503379</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[September 15th - October 15th]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2021 13:59:19 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight - Samantha Shive]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1503376</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Partial Hospitalization Teacher and Published Author]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2021 13:56:31 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Grant Funds Expansion of Social-Emotional Learning Curriculum Across Programs]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1503374</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The funds will be used to equip some Therapeutic Emotional Support (TES) classrooms with the Ripple Effects social-emotional learning curriculum.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2021 13:51:58 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CIU 20 Chosen to Participate in PA Science Education Leaders (PennSEL) Network]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1503371</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This is a cohort of leadership teams representing 19 regions across Pennsylvania with the goal of improving science teaching and learning for all students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2021 13:50:53 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New Interactive Screens Implemented in Early Intervention Classrooms]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1483591</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2021 15:13:09 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Project SEARCH Program Begins 6th Year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1483596</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2021 15:14:59 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight - Years of Service Awards]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1483610</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The CIU 20 leadership team thanks these dedicated individuals who have dedicated their careers to serving our IU 20 families and member districts.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2021 15:23:50 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Orientation Day Award Recipients Announced]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1483583</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2021 15:11:16 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Extended School Year Program Readies Students for New School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1483588</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2021 15:12:14 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In Recognition of CIU 20 Retirees]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1460334</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The CIU 20 leadership team thanks the dedicated individuals who retired this year for their years serving our IU 20 family and public education.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2021 15:12:06 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In Celebration of the Class of 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1460327</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2021 15:08:31 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Partial Hospitalization Program Prioritizes Self Care for Staff]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1460331</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2021 15:10:29 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Colonial Academy Senior Recognition Day]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1460330</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2021 15:09:56 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Project SEARCH Graduation Ceremony]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1460328</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2021 15:09:19 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In Celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1448533</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[CIU 20 continues to be one of the largest providers of Mental Health Services in the Commonwealth.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 May 2021 08:36:43 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Excellence in Education Awards & National Merit Scholar Recognition Ceremony Goes Virtual]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1448526</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 May 2021 08:28:04 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Notice of June Board Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1349234</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The June Board Meeting on 6/23/2021 will be virtual.  Click "Read Full Story" for directions how to join.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Jun 2021 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SHAPE System Evaluates Mental Health Programming at Colonial Academy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1448540</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 May 2021 08:47:02 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Virtual Graduation Ceremony]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1448542</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[To view the livestream of the CIU 20 virtual graduation ceremony that begins at 6 pm on May 27th, click "Read Full Story" or navigate to www.ciu20.org/virtualgraduation/]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 May 2021 08:54:13 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[143 Day - A Celebration of Kindness]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1448528</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 May 2021 08:32:04 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight:  Vicki Rishcoff]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1448537</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Devoted Mental Health Treatment Specialist]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 May 2021 08:41:39 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight:  Mary Ann Tarantino]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1448535</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Devoted Mental Health Treatment Specialist]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 May 2021 08:40:34 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Family Engagement Activities Continue Across CIU 20 Programs]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1448527</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 May 2021 08:30:43 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight: John Musyt]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1438176</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Devoted School Counselor of Over 40 Years]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 11 May 2021 09:15:14 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Participates in "State of the Counties" Regional Event]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1438170</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[CIU 20 Executive Director, Christopher S. Wolfel, Ed.D., was featured as a panel speaker at the "State of the Counties" virtual event on March 31, 2021.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 11 May 2021 09:09:55 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New Social-Emotional Learning Curriculum Added at Colonial Academy]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1438179</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In March of 2021, Colonial Academy added the Ripple Effects social-emotional learning curriculum to its menu of therapeutic offerings.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 11 May 2021 09:16:22 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Driver's Ed On-The-Road Instruction Course Available for Students]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1438172</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[CIU 20 instructors and students follow COVID mitigation procedures as recommended by the CDC and local health organizations.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 11 May 2021 09:12:47 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[“Tech Tips” Provide Free On-Demand Professional Development]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1438171</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial IU 20 creates free on-demand video based technology tips that provide regional educators with quick, how-to-style instruction on various topics.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 11 May 2021 09:11:32 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Regional Vaccination Clinic Held for School Employees]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1412067</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Over 5,500 school employees received COVID-19 vaccination.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 2021 15:46:35 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight:  Pam Esbin]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1412073</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Valued Member of the Life Skills Support Team]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 2021 15:51:27 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In Recognition of Krotowski's Military Service]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1412072</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 2021 15:49:50 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Celebrating Diversity & Inclusion]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1412078</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 2021 15:54:28 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Regional Training Held to Increase Pool of Substitute Teachers]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1412074</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 2021 15:52:02 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Team Members Selected to Present at National Conference]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 2021 15:47:32 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Regional Event Focuses on Rebuilding School Climate]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1394517</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The virtual event featured sessions centered around the topics of: A Safe and Respectful School Climate, Student Support, and Social Emotional Learning.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2021 07:52:16 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight:  Cyndi Karner]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1394519</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dedicated School Bus Driver Serving CIU 20 for Over 20 Years]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2021 07:56:53 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[In Celebration of Black History Month]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1394524</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[During the month of February, students and staff across CIU 20 programs recognized Black History Month.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2021 08:00:16 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Virtual Career Days Implemented in Therapeutic Emotional Support Program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1394522</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The weekly event started as a way to infuse career-ready skills in the classroom at the start of the pandemic, and has blossomed into something much more beneficial for students across IU programs.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2021 07:59:14 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CIU 20 Participates in Polar Pop to Support Special Olympics]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1394518</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Members of the Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 team participated in this month's Polar Pop to raise money for Special Olympics.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2021 07:54:44 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight:  Kelly Hixon]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1376334</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Fostering Relationships Between In-Person and Remote Learning Students]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2021 11:05:51 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Virtual Cooking Sessions Held for Special Olympics Athletes]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1376338</link>
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					<description><![CDATA["Cooking with NCSO" is an interactive virtual weekly Northampton County Special Olympics event that teaches local athletes the importance of nutrition and eating healthy.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2021 11:10:18 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Recognizes Dedicated Board of Directors]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1376327</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[January is School Director Appreciation Month!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2021 11:03:03 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Upgraded Behavioral Health Services Program]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1376341</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2021 11:08:58 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Regional Educators Supported by Virtual Networking Meetings]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1376335</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2021 11:06:27 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Inclement Weather Guidance for Families]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1356280</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The purpose of this correspondence is to provide guidance on what inclement weather days will look like and how to get notifications - broken down by program and / or location of classroom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Dec 2020 15:29:35 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Partnership Advocacy is Focus of Family Engagement Series]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1354990</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[CIU 20 kicked off this year's Family Engagement Series with a session focused on Partnership Advocacy and Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Collaboration.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2020 10:18:08 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Grant Funds Resources for Remote Learning]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1354983</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 Early Intervention and some School Age programs were the recipients of grant that funded remote learning resource bags for our families.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2020 10:13:16 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kiwanis Club of Easton Partnership Evolves During Pandemic]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1354986</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The 40 year community partnership continued this holiday season.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2020 10:14:59 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Colonial Academy Community Comes Together for Families in Need]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1354980</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The students and staff at Colonial Academy have collaborated on multiple initiatives this holiday season that have helped families in need during the pandemic.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2020 10:10:55 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight: 2019-2020 Award Winners]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1354965</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Members of the Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 leadership team recently surprised these deserving recipients at their buildings with a special presentation.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2020 09:58:22 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Health and Safety Update - November 13, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1338481</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[An important Health & Safety Update from Dr. Christopher Wolfel, Executive Director of Colonial IU 20.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2020 14:43:42 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Health and Safety Update - November 6, 2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1333644</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dr. Christopher Wolfel, Executive Director, gives an important Health and Safety Update on November 6, 2020.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2020 07:59:04 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Community Involvement Key to Colonial Academy Approach]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1328301</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial Academy’s approach to educating the whole student is rooted in producing good citizens.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2020 08:17:02 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Staff Spotlight: Sauers Uses YouTube to Connect with Families]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1328304</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Ms. Kristen Sauers has been teaching art at Colonial Academy for the last ten years...]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2020 08:20:19 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Grant Funds Employment Training ﻿Program for Young Adults]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1328317</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 is one of twenty-one LEAs funded for a competitive integrated employment grant for the 2020 – 2021 school year.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2020 08:29:41 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IU Team Members Present at ﻿PACEC Annual Conference]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1328321</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On October 9, 2020, CIU 20 Training Consultants Emily R. Sharp, Ph.D. and Amanda Helman, Ph.D., presented at the annual PA Council for Exceptional Children virtual conference.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2020 08:35:06 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TaC Talks Provide Valuable ﻿Resources for Educators]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1328314</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 Training and Consulting (TaC) Staff have recently developed the "Tac Talks" series - weekly discussions on classroom tech tools, techniques, and strategies.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2020 08:26:13 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports Initiative Going Strong]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1328310</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the staff at Colonial Academy have made numerous innovations to the Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports Initiative...]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2020 08:23:35 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New Online Referral System for Student Services]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1286314</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial IU 20 has launched a new, streamlined online referral system for member districts and the community to utilize to request services.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2020 14:26:38 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Services Support Trauma-Informed Schools and Communities]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1310723</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 continues to provide valuable services and programs to the region that support trauma-informed schools and communities.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2020 11:40:06 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Colonial IU 20 Educators Featured on PBS Programming]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1286332</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Two Colonial IU 20 teachers were recently featured on the PBS39 show "It’s Camp!"]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2020 16:01:32 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Colonial Academy Update - COVID RELATED - 9/10/2020]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1294153</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Click "Read Full Story" for letter from Dr. Christopher Wolfel]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2020 17:14:01 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Back to School Plans]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1261598</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial IU 20 has released its plans for the upcoming school year in regards to creating a safe learning environment.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2020 09:00:05 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Colonial IU 20 Partners with PBS for Virtual Summer Camp]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1251292</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Designed for school aged children 9-14 across the Greater Lehigh Valley and features Colonial IU 20 educators.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2020 11:07:04 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Project SEARCH Interns Graduate with Career-Ready Skills]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1251295</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A one year training program for young adults with disabilities to gain work experience and obtain competitive employment in their communities.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2020 10:56:38 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Colonial Academy Celebrates 2020 Graduates]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1251298</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2020 10:59:48 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Excellence in Education Award Winners Announced]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Presented by Colonial IU 20 and its member districts]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2020 11:03:05 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Possibilities Program Grows in Second Year]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[On May 21, 2020, seventeen students were virtually honored for their participation in the second year of the Possibilities Program at St. Luke’s Anderson Campus.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2020 10:48:24 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[COVID-19 Resources & Supports for Schools & Families]]></title>
				<link>http://www.ciu20.org/apps/news/article/1196503</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Colonial Intermediate Unit 20 continues to provide resources and supports for schools, families, and the community in regards to the COVID-19 crisis.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2020 08:59:26 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Special Delivery for Graduates]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students get graduation items delivered to their homes in preparation for virtual ceremony.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2020 10:33:01 -0400</pubDate>
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