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Sutherland to hold Innovation in Education Symposium

 

SALT LAKE CITY — Today Sutherland Institute announced an upcoming event, “Innovation in Education.” It will be held Wednesday morning, Feb. 6, at the Hinckley Institute of Politics.
 
This event is open to media who RSVP to Kelsey Witt at kelsey@sifreedom.org.
 
Leading education innovator Dr. Clark Gilbert will keynote. Gilbert currently acts as president of BYU-Pathway Worldwide. Following President Gilbert, contributing authors of Sutherland’s newest policy guide Innovation in Education and Utah policymakers will discuss a wide array of topics including competency-based education, flexible spending accounts, restorative justice in school discipline, costs of higher education, public/private partnerships, industry pathways, and the future of teaching as a profession. Details for the two panels and their participants can be found below.
 
You can sign up here to receive a free digital download of Innovation in Education – coming Feb. 6, 2019.
 
This event is also being offered to licensed educators as a professional learning activity for two license renewal points (2 hours). Printed certificates will be made available at the event.

 

EVENT DETAILS
 
*This event is open to the media*
 
WHEN: Wednesday, February 6, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. MST
 
WHERE: Hinckley Institute of Politics, University of Utah, 260 Central Campus Drive, Gardner Commons Bldg., Room 2018, Salt Lake City, UT 84112

ABOUT DR. CLARK GILBERT:
Clark G. Gilbert became the first president of BYU-Pathway Worldwide on May 1, 2017. BYU-Pathway was built to bring education to those who otherwise might not have access to a traditional university. BYU-Pathway serves over 40,000 students in 500 locations around the world.
 
Prior to his new assignment, President Gilbert served as the 16th president of Brigham Young University-Idaho. As president of BYU-Idaho, he focused on increased access, student mentoring, and the growth of the university’s online programs.
President Gilbert previously served as CEO of Deseret News Publishing Company and Deseret Digital Media, where he was recognized as the Innovator of the Year by multiple media associations.
 
Early in his career, President Gilbert taught as a professor of entrepreneurial management at the Harvard Business School. He recently co-authored the book Dual Transformation in Harvard Business School Press, and has also published in MIT, Sloan Management Review, Harvard Business Review and Oxford University Press.
 
President Gilbert graduated from Brigham Young University with a bachelor’s degree in international relations. He earned a master’s degree in East Asian studies from Stanford University and a doctorate degree in business bdministration from the Harvard Business School.
 
President Gilbert was born in California and raised in Arizona. After serving as a missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Japan, he married his wife, Christine. They are the parents of eight children.
 
PANELS:
Panel One:

  • Lindsey M. Burke, The Heritage Foundation
  • Amy Cummings, American Enterprise Institute
  • Paul Meyers, Standard School District
  • Jonathan Butcher, Heritage Foundation/Goldwater Institute

Panel Two:

  • David L. Buhler, Commissioner of Higher Education
  • Sydnee Dickson, State Superintendent of Public Instruction
  • Senator Ann Millner, Utah State Senate
  • Representative Jefferson Moss, Utah State House of Represent
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  • Reviews.org just released its new report on the 10 Cities with the Least and Most Property Crime for 2019, and Salt Lake City, Utah, is no longer #1 for most dangerous city for property crimes. It has slipped down to #2.

    Crime decreased from 75.4 crimes per 1,000 people to 70.82, helping SLC to relinquish its #1 spot to last year's runner up, Springfield, Missouri.

    Check out the full report here: https://www.reviews.org/home-security/best-home-security-systems/#Property_Crime_Stats

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    Named “Best iPhone Docks 2019” by Macworld UK, udoq organizes multiple devices and cables with an innovative patented process which allows users to quickly and neatly move and slide back and forth all the charging cables (including Lightning, Micro USB, USB-C, 30-Pin, with Adapter for Apple Watch) from multiple devices in one station without the mess and disorganization of tangled cables and lost devices.
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  • Teeth-Whitening Products Could

    Cause Bigger Problems Than Yellow Teeth

     

    Are you thinking that your teeth don’t look nearly as white as the movie stars you see? If so, perhaps you’re thinking about purchasing one of those over-the-counter teeth- whitening products.  

     

    But buyer beware: Cosmetic teeth-whitening is a $3.2 billion-dollar industry that is not regulated by the Food And Drug Administration because it is considered a cosmetic procedure.

     

    The sheer number and types of whitening products can be overwhelming. They include whitening toothpastes, gels, whitening strips, whitening pens, whitening mouth rinses and even paint on bleach.

     

    “It is best to consult your dentist before purchasing over-the-counter whitening products,” says Dr. Anita Myers, a dentist and author of the book Stunning Smiles: A Dental Guide To Improve the Way You Eat, Smile & Live (https://dranitamyers.com).  “Some of these products can lead to thinning enamel, gum irritation and recession, and make teeth overly sensitive.”

     

    Some whitening strips contain chlorine dioxide, which can destroy the enamel on teeth.   Chlorine dioxide is the same acid that is used to disinfect swimming pools. It whitens teeth by eating away at the surface of the enamel.

     

    “All stains are the same,” Dr. Myers says. “Some are mostly on the surface of the teeth and come from consuming lots of dark-colored liquids like coffee, tea and red wine, as well as foods with vibrant yellow spices like turmeric. The tar and nicotine from cigarettes are also huge culprits.

     

    “Often, surface stains can be diminished by routine brushing, flossing and biannual professional cleaning in the dentist's office. Unfortunately, there are deeper stains you just can't avoid by being careful about what you eat and drink. And some issues may remain after whitening. Porcelain or composite dental crowns and bondings will not lighten up. So if you change the color of the teeth around them, you might wind up with an uneven smile or need to replace old fillings and crowns.”

     

    If you are going to use an over-the-counter whitening product, Dr. Myers has these recommendations:

     

    Don’t leave the strips or gels on longer than recommended. This could lead to sore gums and other dental problems.

     

    Avoid acidic beverages. After you whiten, avoid soda, sports drinks, or other acidic beverages for a couple of hours to protect your teeth.

     

    Pregnant women or nursing mothers should delay applications.  Although no studies have shown this to be a problem, it is best to delay using those products, Dr. Myers says.

     

    Monitor Gums. If you use gel-filled trays, which you wear over your teeth like a mouth guard, it may bother your gums if they don't fit well. “Stop using the product if you start having this problem,” Dr. Myers says. “If you like the gel-filled trays, your dentist may be able to make one that better fits your teeth.”

     

    “If you are in doubt about what to choose as a teeth-whitening product over the counter, look for the The American Dental Association seal of acceptance,” says Dr. Myers. “At least you will know that the product has been evaluated by an independent panel of qualified dentists.”

     

    About Dr. Anita Myers

     

    Dr. Anita Myers, a dentist and author of the book Stunning Smiles: A Dental Guide To Improve the Way You Eat, Smile & Live (www.dranitamyers.com), is a graduate of the University of Texas Dental Branch and holds a bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University. She is an alumnus and visiting faculty member of the Pankey Institute for Advanced Dental Education. Dr. Myers is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Voted one of “America’s Top Dentists” from 2010-2019 by the Consumer’s Research Council, she is also a member of several local, state and national dental associations.