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TERC Studies Find Starting Algebra by Grade 3 Promises Lifelong Success; New NSF-funded Study Seeks to Prove Even Earlier is Better

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TERC researchers to further explore effectiveness of teaching algebra in K-2
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CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Sept. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Teaching kids early algebra in K-2 is the best way to promote success in the seminal subject of high school algebra, posits a newly-funded study from researchers at TERC, a leading nonprofit in STEM education research and development.

“We need to start treating math as many parents treat sports: start kids really young and get really involved.”

The National Science Foundation-funded project will provide evidence of K–2 early algebra learning’s effectiveness across diverse populations, serving as an innovative model for early math instruction. Forty schools in the Southeast are participating in the study.

TERC researchers Maria Blanton, Ph.D., and Angela Gardiner, M.A., along with colleagues at Tufts University, University of Wisconsin Madison, University of Texas at Austin, Merrimack College, and City College of New York, have already demonstrated the success of an early math approach through Project LEAP, the first early algebra curriculum of its kind for grades K-5.

As algebra is regarded as a gatekeeper subject for success in college and careers, Project LEAP shows that starting earlier helps elementary level students build their algebraic understanding so they’re prepped for middle and high school courses.

“If parents knew the opportunities their kids were missing, they might start paying more attention to early math learning,” said Gardiner, a former elementary teacher. “We need to start treating math as many parents treat sports: start kids really young and get really involved.”

“The definition of ‘early algebra’ needs to shift from middle to include elementary school,” said Blanton, the TERC scientist leading this project. “Rather than teaching algebra per se, early algebra aims to reframe students’ thinking about what algebra means—and that is as habits of mind and ways of thinking using patterns and structure.

“For example, when students understand that every time you add two odd numbers together you get an even number, they are recognizing important mathematical relationships that are critical to algebra.”

Research shows that how well students perform in Algebra 2 is a leading indicator of whether they’ll get into college, whether they’ll graduate from college, and whether they’ll become a top income earner. Yet many elementary schools are prioritizing literacy over math.

“We have a curriculum that has demonstrated success, and teachers who use it say it is building students’ algebraic thinking,” Gardiner said. “We encourage more school systems to adopt this type of approach.”

While demonstrating that the Project LEAP K-2 curriculum can work across a diverse population, the researchers also intend to provide a much-needed curricular roadmap for early algebra instruction that can broadly impact STEM education. They expect findings from the study to interest those across the STEM education community engaged in similar work, informing the future design of standards and curricula.

In addition to Project LEAP, the early math curriculum is also available. The project Impact of an Inclusive Grades K–2 Early Algebra Intervention Implemented by Classroom Teachers is funded by the National Science Foundation under award number #2404984.

TERC is a nonprofit comprising teams of math and science education and research experts dedicated to innovation and creative problem solving. At the frontier of theory and practice, TERC’s work encompasses research, content and curriculum development, technology innovation, professional development, and program evaluation. TERC has a passion for social justice and strives to create level playing fields for all learners, reaching millions of learners every year. To learn more, please visit www.terc.edu.

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Corvex to Host Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Call on Thursday, November 12, 2026

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ARLINGTON, Va., Nov. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Corvex, Inc. (Nasdaq: MOVE), an engineering-led AI computing platform specializing in GPU-accelerated infrastructure for AI workloads, today announced that it will report its third quarter 2026 financial results before the market open on Thursday, November 12, 2026.

Management will host a conference call and live audio webcast that day at 8:30 a.m. ET / 5:30 a.m. PT to discuss the results and provide a business update.

The call will consist of prepared remarks followed by a question-and-answer session. Investors who would like to submit a question in advance may email Corvex Investor Relations at investor-relations@corvex.ai.

The live webcast of the earnings conference call can be accessed at the Corvex Investor Relations website at investors.corvex.ai. A replay of the webcast will be available at the same website following the call. Investors can also sign up for email alerts.

About Corvex, Inc.
Corvex, Inc. (Nasdaq: MOVE) is an AI cloud computing company specializing in GPU-accelerated infrastructure for AI workloads, and a publicly traded pure-play AI compute platform. The company provides secure, scalable and cost-efficient compute resources through GPU-accelerated clusters, high-throughput storage and a layered architecture engineered for reliability, performance and efficiency at scale. Corvex’s product suite includes AI Factories and GPU Clusters, the Assured AI confidential-computing platform, as well as the Corvex Token Factory, an inference platform now publicly available. For more information, visit corvex.ai.

Investor Contact
investor-relations@corvex.ai 

Media Contact
corvex.media@stillpointglobaladvisors.com 

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Cisco Schedules Conference Call for Q1 Fiscal Year 2027 Financial Results

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SAN JOSE, Calif., Nov. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) has scheduled a conference call for Thursday, Nov 12, 2026, at 1:30 PM (PT); 4:30 PM (ET) to announce its first quarter fiscal year 2027 financial results for the period ending Saturday, October 24, 2026.

Financial results will be released over PR Newswire via US National and European Financial distribution, after the close of the market on Thursday, Nov 12, 2026. Cisco’s quarterly earnings press release will be posted at https://newsroom.cisco.com.  

Date:                     
Thursday, Nov 12, 2026

Time:                     
1:30 PM (PT); 4:30 PM (ET)

To Listen via Telephone: 
888-848-6507
212-519-0847 (for International Callers)

To Listen via the Internet: 
We are pleased to offer a live and replay audio broadcast of the conference call with corresponding slides at https://investor.cisco.com.

The conference call will also be livestreamed on YouTube, LinkedIn, & X.

Replay:
A telephone playback of the Q1 FY2027 conference call is scheduled to be available beginning at 4:00 PM (PT) on Nov 12, 2026, through 11:59 PM (PT) Nov 18, 2026. The replay will be accessible by calling 800-839-2232 (International callers: 203-369-3662). The call runs 24 hours/day, including weekends. An archived version of the webcast will be available on Cisco’s Investor Relations website at https://investor.cisco.com.

About Cisco

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) is the worldwide technology leader that is revolutionizing the way organizations connect and protect in the AI era. For more than 40 years, Cisco has securely connected the world. With its industry leading AI-powered solutions and services, Cisco enables its customers, partners and communities to unlock innovation, enhance productivity and strengthen digital resilience. With purpose at its core, Cisco remains committed to creating a more connected and inclusive future for all. Discover more on The Newsroom and follow us on X at @Cisco.

 

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Powerfleet Sets Second Quarter Fiscal 2027 Conference Call for Monday, November 9, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. ET

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WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Nov. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Powerfleet, Inc. (Nasdaq: AIOT) today announced that it will hold a conference call on Monday, November 9, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern time (5:30 a.m. Pacific time) to discuss results for the second quarter fiscal year 2027 ended September 30, 2026. Financial results will be issued in a press release prior to the call.

Powerfleet management will host the presentation, followed by a question-and-answer session.

Date: Monday, November 9, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. Eastern time (5:30 a.m. Pacific time)
Toll Free: 888-506-0062
International: 973-528-0011
Participant Access Code:  906580

The conference call will be broadcast simultaneously and available for replay here and via the investor section of the company’s website at ir.powerfleet.com.

ABOUT POWERFLEET
Powerfleet (Nasdaq: AIOT; JSE: PWR) is a global leader in the artificial intelligence of things (AIoT) software-as-a-service (SaaS) mobile asset industry. With more than 30 years of experience, Powerfleet unifies business operations through the ingestion, harmonization, and integration of data, irrespective of source, and delivers actionable insights to help companies save lives, time, and money. Powerfleet’s ethos transcends our data ecosystem and commitment to innovation; our people-centric approach empowers our customers to realize impactful and sustained business improvement. The Company is headquartered in New Jersey, United States, with offices around the globe. Explore more at www.powerfleet.com. Powerfleet has a primary listing on The Nasdaq Global Market and a secondary listing on the Main Board of the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE).

Powerfleet Investor Contacts
Carolyn Capaccio and Jody Burfening
Alliance Advisors IR
AIOTIRTeam@allianceadvisors.com

Powerfleet Media Contact
Jonathan Bates
jonathan.bates@powerfleet.com 
+44 7921 242 892

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