Today more than 140 offices reach four
million students in the United States, with over two million students
served by operations in 98 countries worldwide. Using a high quality, comprehensive academic program that
allows students to learn from home, IDVA students are able to receive an
excellent education that provides flexibility and individual attention. The school is an example of how
parents, students , and teachers can work together in a partnership that is
focused on high standards and achievement .

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About McGraw-Hill Education
McGraw-Hill Education is a leading global provider of electronic and print
products that enhance teaching and learning in pre-K through Grade 12, higher
education and professional markets.com, attracts more than
25 million unique users per month.

The Idaho Virtual Academy, a public virtual charter school, was awarded
accreditation status in December at the Northwest Association of Accredited
School's annual meeting in Reno, Nevada.

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The Weather Channel also operates
Weatherscan(R), a 24-hour, all-local weather network distributed to almost
8 million households, The Weather Channel Radio Network, The Weather Channel
Newspaper Services. John Box, vice
president of product development for JA Worldwide and board member for the
Partnership for 21st Century Skills.ja. The school serves over 1,800 students from across the state in
grades K - 9.

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About JA Worldwide (Junior Achievement)

JA Worldwide is the world 's largest organization dedicated to educating
young people about business, economics and free enterprise .

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It is a division of The McGraw-Hill
Companies (NYSE: MHP), a global information services provider meeting
worldwide needs in the financial services, education and business information
markets through leading brands such as Standard + Poor's and Business Week. Steadman,
Executive Director of NAAS.. It is also
certifying that the school has undergone a self-study and validation by an
outside team of peers.

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Sales in 2004 were
$5.S. "Through the Partnership, JA
Worldwide can expand its ability to help every child have a meaningful and
relevant education experience that prepares them to successfully compete
and thrive in the 21st century. from the University of
Wisconsin -Madison.org. The Partnership for
21st Century Skills is a tax-exempt 501 (c) 3 organization.

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Accompanying the letter was a certificate of recognition from NAAS that
read, "The Idaho Virtual Academy is provisionally accredited as a Distance
Education School for the school year 2005-2006 by the Commission on Schools of
the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools . Students are
assigned to an Idaho-certified public school teacher who provides support,
guidance and instruction.

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"With McGraw-Hill's
science program, teachers can reach students using a variety of media,
catering to many different learning styles. Additional information is available at http://www., a Norfolk, Va . JA Worldwide offers
educational programs that focus on seven key content areas: business,
citizenship , economics, entrepreneurship, ethics/character, financial
literacy, and career development.21stcenturyskills .

Based in Washington, DC and Tucson, Arizona, the Partnership for 21st
Century Skills is administered by Infotech Strategies.IdahoVA.

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And when teaching content is
delivered in different ways, one is bound to enhance understanding of the
material, reach the greatest number of learners, and achieve better test
scores.
The corporation has more than 280 offices in 37 countries. The Idaho Virtual Academy was
notified of the honor in a January 1, 2006 letter from Dr.
"We are very proud to receive accreditation from NAAS," said Don Lynn,
Idaho Virtual Academy Chairman of the Board.

"This is another demonstration
of our school's commitment to education excellence and student achievement .

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For more information, visit http://www.

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Through the science programs offered by McGraw-Hill's Macmillan and
Glencoe education divisions, teachers and students will have access to an
exclusive Weather Classroom DVD, which offers Weather Channel video , labs and
activities."
According to the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools, when NAAS
accredits a school, it is certifying that the school has annually met the
prescribed quantitative and qualitative standards of the Association, within
the terms of the school's own stated mission and beliefs.
The Northwest Association of Accredited Schools accredits distance
education , elementary, foreign nation, high, K-12, middle, post secondary non
degree granting, special purpose , supplementary education, travel education,
and trans-regional schools.
Students who enroll in IDVA receive a computer, monitor, printer, access
to the award-winning K12 curriculum and Online School, lessons, assessments,
books, materials, planning and progress tools, and much more.

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"For example, when
we discuss the causes of a winter blizzard, they remember the powerful video
clips and have a better understanding of the topic, even if they live in a
section of the country that never experiences that kind of weather.
JA Worldwide (Junior Achievement), the
world's largest organization dedicated to educating young people about
business, economics and free enterprise, announced today that it has joined
the Partnership for 21st Century Skills, the leading advocacy organization
transforming learning in the 21st century. Box joined JA Worldwide in 2004.

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"The teaching and learning resources available through The Weather
Classroom really help reinforce science concepts for my students," said Caty
Flanagan, a fourth grade teacher in Cobb County, Georgia."
Since McGraw-Hill's science program encompasses grades K-12, the print,
video and online materials are extensive, ranging from English Language
Learner science kits (grades K-6) to web resources and CD -ROMs supporting the
teaching of the life, earth and physical sciences from middle school through
12th grade."

As the Partnership's newest member, JA Worldwide will assist the
organization in driving the overall adoption of 21st century skills and
providing guidance to communities and state leaders that will help them
assess their current situations, develop customized learning plans and
create implementation strategies leading to 21st century learning
environments.

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McGraw-Hill and The Weather Channel Bring New Energy to K-12 Science Classes

About the WeatherChannel
The Weather Channel, a 24-hour weather network, is seen in more than
88 million U. Through a
dedicated volunteer network, JA Worldwide provides in-school and
after-school programs for students in grades K-12. IDVA Recognized for Promoting and Maintaining a Well-Balanced
Education Program and for Meeting or Exceeding Standards
Considered Essential for Quality Education

BOISE, Idaho, The Northwest Association of
Accredited Schools (NAAS) has awarded the Idaho Virtual Academy (IDVA)
provisional, regional accreditation for the 2005-2006 school year . This school is recognized
for promoting and maintaining a well-balanced education program and for
meeting or exceeding standards considered essential for quality education.
For more information , visit http://www.

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Weatherscan(R) is the leading weather information provider
for emerging technologies .org or visit the Partnership's website at
www.

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Its web site, weather., Dell Inc.
The geographic territory of the Association consists of the states of
Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah , and Washington, and other
geographical areas designated from time to time by the Board of Trustees .

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"By joining forces with The Weather Channel, we are providing a truly
interactive, multimedia experience that will capture the attention of students
and engage them in the fascinating study of weather and related subjects,"
said Steve McClung, president of Glencoe/McGraw-Hill, McGraw-Hill 's publisher
of educational materials serving secondary school markets.- based, privately held media company.

PRESS RELEASE Junior Achievement Lends Its Expertise to Better Prepare Students for Success in the 21st Century

"Success is achieved when we work together to transform education and the
Partnership for 21st Century Skills brings together the right mix of
educators, business leaders and policymakers to advocate for the infusion
of 21st century skills into every classroom," said Dr. Box will represent JA Worldwide as a Board Member for the Partnership., ETS, Ford Motor Company Fund, Intel, JA
Worldwide, Microsoft Corporation, National Education Association, SAP,
Texas Instruments Incorporated, Time Warner, Inc. and Verizon.

Idaho Virtual Academy Awarded Accreditation From Northwest Association of Accredited Schools

The Idaho Virtual Academy is governed by an independent , non-profit Board
of Directors.

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Contacts:

April Hattori Tom Stanton
McGraw-Hill Education McGraw-Hill Education
(212) 904-2078 (212) 904-3214
april_hattori@mcgraw-hill.D.

About the Partnership for 21st Century Skills

The Partnership for 21st Century Skills has emerged as the leading advocacy
organization focused on transforming teaching and learning in the 21st
century. In the Idaho Virtual Academy, parents become active
participants in their child 's education working closely with their child in
cooperation with their child's teacher.

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He served as a teacher, high school principal, and school superintendent
for 34 years in Wisconsin, and earned his Ph. For more information, visit
www.
It is also a great credit to our teachers, administrators , parents, and
students whose hard work and dedication have made IDVA a quality public
education option for families across the state."

About the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools:
The mission of the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools is to
advance excellence in education through the process of accreditation.

About the Idaho Virtual Academy:
The Idaho Virtual Academy is an innovative statewide public virtual
charter school.

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Dynamic videos , engaging activities, help teachers reach all students

NEW YORK, McGraw-Hill Education, a leading global
provider of electronic and print products, is dramatically improving the
forecast for successful science teaching and learning through a unique
alliance with The Weather Channel, a service providing weather information via
TV, the web, wireless devices, radio and newspapers worldwide .com tom_stanton@mcgraw-hill.

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These comprehensive programs support the inquiry process, enabling
them to engage, explore, explain and evaluate science, delivering the academic
performance schools can see.

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3 billion. households. The Weather Channel is owned by Landmark
Communications, Inc. Dr . The organization brings together the business community, education
leaders, and policymakers to define a powerful vision for 21st century
education to ensure every child's success as citizens and workers in the
21st century.

Member organizations include: Apple, Cable in the Classroom , Cisco
Systems, Inc.

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By being accredited, the Idaho Virtual Academy is assured that other
regionally accredited schools will recognize their students' credits,
transcripts and diplomas.

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Corporations and institutions interested in joining the Partnership may
contact info@21stcenturyskills..boisestate .

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