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For Immediate Release! CPS Students Benefit From Fifth Third Foundation Grant to PIE!
Posted by P.I.E. | February 27, 2013
For Immediate Release:
CPS Students Benefit From Fifth Third Foundation Grant to PIE!
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It Began With a Thump: The “Newsmakers” Interview
Posted by P.I.E. | December 11, 2010
Generally speaking, I’m not considered a klutz. However, as I sat on the soundstage and prepared for my “Newsmakers” WKRC TV interview, I did a true-to-form impersonation of the vintage Gerald Ford SNL skit performed by actor Chevy Chase.
Waving a quick goodbye to Hamilton County Commissioner Todd Portune as he exited the stage, I tumbled down the steps, slid across the stage and disappeared behind a news desk. Popping up with an “I’m OK” announcement to all the crew, I promptly climbed up to my chair, and taped the live (no dialogue edits) show with Dan Hurley.
Talk about adrenalin rush. Yes, I’m a fast talker, but the endorphins were exploding when the cameras rolled.
I’m not a stranger to cameras, microphones or journalists. As a FCC-licensed broadcaster and published author, I know how to talk to the camera (or the interviewer), engage the audience and build empathy. However, I just can’t “top” the tumble in Cincinnati. Did it make the interview any better? I don’t know – but it makes for a great story for the camera crew!
Many people ask what it’s like to do a live interview. Watch “Jeopardy”, and you’ll have some idea. Listening intently, staying mentally focused, and answering in quick sound bites bodes well for a memorable media interview. Simply, if the viewer can recall three key points I discussed, the interview was a success. If not, oh well.
Using the Debating 101 STT mantra (Smile. Think. Talk.), anyone can handle an interview –even when the questions are unknown. Try it with your friends or kids. Talk for two minutes about something that excites you, and quiz everyone afterwards!
Preparing for an interview? Think like a journalist, and fully prepare yourself. Be personable, discuss a point of view with singular acuity, and offer a message viewers will remember once the interview has ended.
In my case, I hope you’ll remember P.I.E. is a collaborative organization facilitating and promoting educational innovation. Will you? Well, that tumble may have kicked the interview into high gear, but it also represents P.I.E.’s overall point of view. We are catalysts for educational innovation and entrepreneurial change. We are a dynamic, evolving institution lead by innovators and change-agents. A little blip in the road may only serve to strengthen our position.
Yeah, even P.I.E. sees the silver lining – and the opportunity – in falling down some stairs. You finished reading this article, right?
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“Achieve Results” 2011 Education Action Plan-Press Release
Posted by P.I.E. | November 5, 2010
Contact: Mary Schlueter – President/CEO – (513) 378-8370
Press Release
2010 State Board of Education election ends, preparations for 2011 begin
Cincinnati, Ohio – Thursday, November 4, 2010: Thank you for supporting my “Achieve Results” education reform campaign — we received almost 23% of the total vote (52,000 votes) in a 5-candidate field.
I congratulate Debe Terhar (34.0%) on her win for the position. I look forward to working with her on issues benefitting all stakeholders, especially Ohio school children.
With this communication, I announce my 2011 candidacy for Cincinnati Board of Education. Currently, three members are looking for re-election on the seven-member Board.
As a CPS parent and concerned citizen, I will continue to provide strategic vision, financial restraint and, a collaborative spirit moving Ohio forward into the 21st century. “Educational rigor and success determine the opportunities we offer our nation’s children and ourselves. With an educational sector operating both effectively and inclusively, we guarantee our relevance in the competitive economic marketplace.”
As Founder and CEO of the nonprofit organization, Partnership for Innovation in Education (P.I.E.), I will join other education leaders — including Debe — at State, regional and Cincinnati Public School (CPS) meetings as we discuss innovative ways to:
- Correct historically uneven education funding for the Cincinnati Public School District,
- Lessen the impact of projected Ohio Department of Education 2011 Budget reductions of 10-30%, and
- Design action plans offering rigorous, career-ready opportunities moving Ohio’s kids into the 21st century.
Partnership for Innovation in Education is a registered non-profit organization. Mary Schlueter, coined an “edupreneur” by the national media, exemplifies the ultimate marriage of business and educational experience as she campaigns for the Cincinnati Board of Education. For more information, please visit and subscribe to the PIE website and social media sites listed below.
Contact:
Mary Welsh Schlueter, Chief Executive
Partnership for Innovation in Education
P.O. Box 8722
Cincinnati, OH 45208
513.378.8370 mobile
mary@piemedia.orgWebsite: www.marymeansbusiness.com and www.piemedia.org
Twitter: PIE_Innovation
LinkedIn: marywelshschlueter
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P.I.E. Launch-National Press Release-9/2/10
Posted by P.I.E. | September 2, 2010
Contact: Mary Schlueter – President/CEO – (513) 378-8370
Sandra Guile – Communications Director – (513) 284-3114
Press Release
New Non-Profit Launches National Website
Group encourages conversation about education, offers innovative ideas
Cincinnati, Ohio – Thurs. Sept. 2: Seeking ways to innovate the country’s education system, a group of local ‘edu-preneurs’ are launching a nationwide web site, www.piemedia.org today.
Partnership for Innovation in Education, or P.I.E., based in Cincinnati, is identifying individuals, or ‘edu-preneurs’, who leverage their business knowledge and expertise to create dynamic educational opportunities positively impacting wide stakeholder communities. Using compelling profiles of innovation practiced by educators, business executives, nonprofit leaders and government representatives, featured P.I.E. commentators discuss strategies for developing accelerated achievement, career readiness, critical thinking, financial literacy, economic development and tax revenue savings.
“The purpose of P.I.E. is to generate excitement and buzz about how people are using education and innovation to provide a competitive, value-added opportunity for students. These days it’s difficult to talk about the quality of education as the current system continues to suffer financial, technology and employment challenges. So, we thought why not offer a way for people to share ideas on how to significantly improve the situation. There is never the perfect, one-size-fits-all solution for schools stuck in academic and financial hardship. However, we believe P.I.E offers practical knowledge pathways, with the reader able to choose his or her own direction,” said Mary Welsh Schlueter, founder and CEO of P.I.E.
The website features blogs, daily national news feeds on educational innovation, and video of the profiled commentator, when available. Users are invited to share ideas and solutions as it relates to their regional area. P.I.E also will serve as a consultant to groups interested in finding best practice innovation-based solutions. In the near future, P.I.E wishes to become the national aggregator of educational innovation information, with satellite offices offering regional updates.
“We are excited about this new endeavor and very passionate about injecting innovation, creativity and dynamism into the education system,” Schlueter said. “We provide smart talk about education because educational rigor and success determines the opportunities we offer our nation’s children and ourselves. With an educational sector operating both effectively and inclusively, we guarantee our relevance in the competitive economic marketplace.”
P.I.E. is a registered non-profit organization and is planning future fundraising events and activities. More information about P.I.E. is available on the website, www.piemedia.org, or contacting Mary Welsh Schlueter, (513) 378-8370.
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P.I.E. Launch-Local Press Release-8/27/10
Posted by P.I.E. | August 31, 2010
Contact: Mary Schlueter – President/CEO – (513) 378-8370
Sandra Guile – Communications Director – (513) 284-3114Press Release
EMBARGOED Until Thurs. Sept. 2
New Non-Profit Launches National Website
Group encourages conversation about education, offers innovative ideas
Cincinnati, Ohio – Fri. Aug. 27, 2010: Seeking ways to innovate the country’s education system, a group of local ‘edu-preneurs’ are launching a nationwide web site, www.piemedia.org Thurs. Sept. 2.
Partnership for Innovation in Education, or P.I.E., based in Cincinnati, is identifying individuals, or ‘edu-preneurs’, who leverage their business knowledge and expertise to create dynamic educational opportunities positively impacting wide stakeholder communities. Using compelling profiles of innovation practiced by educators, business executives, nonprofit leaders and government representatives, featured P.I.E. commentators discuss strategies for developing accelerated achievement, career readiness, critical thinking, financial literacy, economic development and tax revenue savings.
“The purpose of P.I.E. is to generate excitement and buzz about how people are using education and innovation to provide a competitive, value-added opportunity for students. These days it’s difficult to talk about the quality of education as the current system continues to suffer financial, technology and employment challenges. So, we thought why not offer a way for people to share ideas on how to significantly improve the situation. There is never the perfect, one-size-fits-all solution for schools stuck in academic and financial hardship. However, we believe P.I.E offers practical knowledge pathways, with the reader able to choose his or her own direction,” said Mary Welsh Schlueter, founder and CEO of P.I.E.
The website features blogs, daily national news feeds on educational innovation, and video of the profiled commentator, when available. Users are invited to share ideas and solutions as it relates to their regional area. P.I.E also will serve as a consultant to groups interested in finding best practice innovation-based solutions. In the near future, P.I.E wishes to become the national aggregator of educational innovation information, with satellite offices offering regional updates.
“We are excited about this new endeavor and very passionate about injecting innovation, creativity and dynamism into the education system,” Schlueter said. “We provide smart talk about education because educational rigor and success determines the opportunities we offer our nation’s children and ourselves. With an educational sector operating both effectively and inclusively, we guarantee our relevance in the competitive economic marketplace.”
P.I.E. is a registered non-profit organization and is planning future fundraising events and activities. More information about P.I.E. is available on the website, www.piemedia.org, or contacting Mary Welsh Schlueter, (513) 378-8370.
EMBARGOED Until Thurs. Sept. 2
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