Radford University has earned top national marks in an examination of university teacher preparation programs released this week by the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ).
The NCTQ’s inaugural Teacher Prep Review ranked Radford University as one of only 13 programs in the United States with “multiple strong programs.” RU received three out of four stars for its graduate programs that specialize in elementary and secondary education. According to the NCTQ, the study examined 1,130 institutions that prepare 99 percent of the “nation’s traditionally trained new teachers.” The program took eight years and 10 pilot studies to develop.
It’s just a few blocks on Main Street to a little slice of heaven, in the shape of a beauty salon and spa: the Norwood Salon, Main Street Radford’s business of the month for June. Since 1974, owner Tokie Kinser and staff at the Norwood Salon have been serving the Radford community. Now, 39 years later, the growth of the business has been remarkable.
Join us in a marvelous natural setting at twilight for these “family-friendly” multi-media presentations by local naturalists and photographers. Outdoor Classroom, Wildwood Park, Radford. WHEN: 7:30 PM on the map at http://www.radfordpl.org/wildwood/today/map.html Park at the Main Entrance to Wildwood Park at Main/Grove or the Sundell/Park Rd. lot. It is a 5 minute walk to the classroom in the center of the park. In case of rain: The lecture will move to Radford Recreation Center, an announcement will be posted on https://sites.google.com/a/rcps.org/summer-lecture-series by 6 pm.SPONSORS: Pathways for Radford, Radford City Schools, Radford Recreation Department
After a hard week at work there’s nothing better than heading outdoors with neighbors & friends on a Friday night to listen to live music and enjoy good food and beverages. Main Street Radford (MSR) is once again hosting the Radford After Five Concert series which begins this summer on Friday June 21 at the Norfolk Southern Lot across from the Radford Theater. Gates open at 6:00pm and the music starts at 6:30 pm.
In honor of Dr. John Blair Radford’s 200th birthday, the Radford Heritage Foundation will host “Celebrate Radford 2013” on May 25 at Glencoe Museum. “Celebrate Radford 2013” will be a celebration of the heritage and culture of the city and the region. For the event, the Radford Heritage Foundation will have living history demonstrations, hands-on
There is so much that goes into buying a home. The folks over at Primary Residential Mortgage, Inc., Main Street Radford’s Business of the month for May, want to help you understand all the intricacies. One notion that Tony Dunford, Branch partner of Primary Residential Mortgage, wants to impart is that you don’t have to go to a bank to get a loan. Primary Residential Mortgage is a lender that has a multitude of investors. With the ability to look over twenty different quotes, Primary Residential Mortgage can offer their clients the best rates, which makes them more flexible and able to meet borrower’s needs easier than a bank.
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Main Street Radford and the Radford Visitor’s Center invite you to dine at Sal’s in Radford located at 709 West Main Street on April 30th to raise funds for cancer research. They have pledged a portion of their profits in support of Relay for Life.
Additionally, fundraising ‘cupcakes’ will be available throughout the month at several locations in Radford. For only $1, you can support this worthwhile cause with a paper cupcake that will be displayed at the business. This ‘cupcake’ can honor the name of the donor or a loved one in support of cancer research. These ‘cupcakes’ are available at Crumb and Get It, River City Grill, Nagoya Sushi, Bondurant Reality, Garrett’s and Meg’s, Gilbert Real Estate, the Radford Public Library and the Radford Visitor’s Center inside Glencoe Museum.
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