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Language Arts
Purpose of the toolUse conjunctions (e.g., either/or, neither/nor)
Explanation of the toolDrag the word into the blank of the presented sentence.
Press the "Check" button to check if it is the correct word.
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Sophisticated quality, without the sophisticated price tag. This stylish, affordable monitor offers everyone the chance to enjoy everyday computing in a whole new light. The HP W2072a LED Backlit Monitor was built with a refined design in mind and quick set-up features for a simple solution when connecting to your HP desktop or notebook.
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Sports Tours 2018/19 Brochures
We are happy to announce the launch of our new Football and Rugby brochures for the 2018/19 season!
The brochures are a great way to discover all of the annual UK football tournaments and rugby festivals, as well as our popular European tour destinations.
Please request your own version of the brochure here, and a member of our team will be in touch with you soon.
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Berkeley Observed. San Pablo Park changed in 1906
In 1906 The West Berkeley Development Company, whose partners were involved with the Claremont and Northbrae subdivisions and were later part of the Mason McDuffie Company, subdivided the San Pablo Park tract in south west Berkeley. The residential subdivision begins one block east of San Pablo Avenue and is located between Russell and Ward streets.
The tract consists of an area of about 14 blocks surrounding a 15-acre park. A map of the subdivision shows that the corners of the blocks have been rounded rather than squared.
Oregon, Baker (now Mabel) and Mathews streets have been given a gentle curve to break the harsh grid of the ordinary street pattern.
A brochure for the subdivision proclaimed: "LOTS-$100 DOWN-$10 PER MONTH-NO INTEREST. All street work from sewers to sidewalks done free ... water mains laid ... trees planted ... the price you pay is the WHOLE price ... every bit of street work-concrete sidewalks and gutters, curbs, macadam pavement, sewers, water pipes ... even street trees."
As in other residential subdivisions deed restrictions prohibited "saloons, corner grocery or neighboring shack ... just read the restrictions contained in the contract. They're made for YOUR benefit and they WILL benefit you."
The brochure also had photographs of shingled bungalows that the developers would build for "$500 down and this house is yours ... a pleasant shingled, Swiss chalet-with dining room paneled in redwood ... a clinker brick fire-place, window seats ... an artistic bungalow of five rooms." Clapboard and Craftsman bungalows were constructed and today San Pablo Park is one of Berkeley's quiet hidden neighborhoods.
In 1910 the park was donated to the city. This is inconsistent with the brochure which states that the "Town of Berkeley has taken an option on four blocks in the very heart of San Pablo Park. It purposes to give those four blocks to YOU and YOUR CHILDREN."
It may be that the developers were not as generous as the story has been told, and they had initially intended to sell the land to the city rather than to donate it. It could be speculated that the city did not exercise their option to buy the land since bond measures for parks failed many times. The developers may have donated the park to the city to keep their promise to purchasers of their lots. At any rate, by 1914 a swing, see-saw, bars, and a football and a baseball field were installed. The Frances Albrier Community Center was built in 1970.
Susan Cerny is author of Berkeley Landmarks and writes this in conjunction with the Berkeley Architectural Heritage Association.


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For our second instalment in our digital interview series, we spoke to Chris Wade. Chris spent 13 years with Victim Support where he held several roles including Head of Volunteering, Head of Learning and Development, Regional Manager and Chief Executive of Victim Support Nottinghamshire. Chris is now the Director of Engagement at Motor Neurone Disease Association and is responsible for volunteering, HR and learning. Here he shares his thoughts and experience of digital in the sector.
What does "digital" mean to you?
Well, digital is such a big a subject isn't it? Digital gives us the ability to work better and more efficiently, and encourages a two way relationship with our stakeholders. Given the type of organisation that MND Association is, we are dealing with people who can be quite isolated and we can use digital as a tool to be better connected to our beneficiaries. Social media is definitely an example where anyone can engage with a wider audience; we have thousands of members and now we can hear from them directly, and by using it carefully you can make sure you don't just hear the loudest but hear the majority, not just to hear opinions but generate ideas.
I also see digital as a marketing tool - for example businesses like supermarkets will use digital systems to better understand their customers and tailor the shopping experience accordingly. We have to be ethical, but as a sector we can also use techniques to learn from our beneficiaries' or supporters' desires and adapt our services to better serve them. The charity sector can be at risk of losing pace with the commercial sector, and if we want to maximise donations and engagement then digital is a big part of that, both in terms of how we work efficiently and how we can drive impact.
What's the best use of digital you have seen – in or out of the sector?
This is an interesting question for me, as ultimately I think the hardest part is how you can make digital make an impact on your stakeholders. One example that has stuck in my mind is the world food programme – they did a pilot where they use iris scanning technology connected to blockchain to be able to accurately distribute aid to refugees, without the use of money and paperwork. I would love to come up with something like that!
You need the skills, but you also need a project management culture that encourages innovation. If we restrain people by policy and procedures we can hold people back; it is easy to talk about databases, websites and Twitter as all of those things are great, but to be really good at digital you need to think outside those boxes as well. Let's encourage big picture thinking.
As a Director how do you get people to think strategically about digital?
I don't know if I have this cracked, but for us a start was embedding digital skills throughout the organisation rather than creating a digital team that works in a silo. It reminds me of a saying: 'you don't have an electricity department why do you need a digital department'. For me that represents the fact that digital is a way of doing things - it's not what you do it's how you do it. For example, we wanted to increase our use of video and so rather than have just the communications team learn the editing software we rolled out the capability to a number of our staff across different teams. If you have digitally skilled staff you can create digital transformation throughout. But ultimately you have to know what you want to achieve – you do need a direction and an overall strategy, and it can't be just a scatter gun effect. We will be putting digital into our recruitment strategy as it is easy to look in the rear mirror with the number of volunteers registered and focus on what we've always done, rather than looking to the future and what you could be doing differently.
I do think one barrier is that people can struggle to see what they can do with digital; connecting teams and functions together can be really difficult especially in large and complex organisations. It's relatively easy to have a digital solution for one team but how can we make it work for a whole organisation? Overall for me it is not about overcoming strategic resistance to acting digitally, but rather a lack of imagination. Executives struggle to imagine what opportunities digital solutions can deliver or try to replicate non-digital solutions in digital ways.
So Chris, as you work in HR and volunteering, do you think there are people being left behind in the digital volunteering space?
I hear more often that volunteers won't use digital tools, but I rarely hear a volunteer tell me that. For a number of years the whole volunteer programme for marshalling the Tour de Yorkshire was done online, from skype interviews to engagement solely through a volunteers' portal. Of course volunteers have digital skills!
What we want to do is give volunteers the opportunity to shape and have an input in their involvement. At the moment organisations are at risk of doing things to volunteers rather than with them - it should be about balance. I see more sophisticated digital marketing campaigns in fundraising rather than volunteering, which is a shame. Volunteers have an impact and attracting a volunteer isn't about just putting out a job ad, you need to compete with a wider number of different demands on people's time; not just volunteering elsewhere, but meeting friends, looking after the family, caring for parents, or even watching the TV. Ultimately it's about marketing a choice.
I try and involve volunteers more now as I see that they want to have more ownership to what they are doing, and shape their destiny if you like! I think there is scope for technology to not only help us communicate better but to gather those ideas and for them to be able to shape their volunteering experience both with us but also laterally with each other, but there is a lot of exploring still to be done there.
Android or iPhone
For me it is iPhone every time. I like the way iPhone interconnects with other devices and yet some of the functionality is wisely locked down so you don't end up fiddling with something – sometimes less is more!


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2017 Ram 1500 Rebel White Bear Lake MN
When it comes to a light-duty, full-size pickup optimized for the taking on the back woods, a 2017 Ram 1500 Rebel near White Bear Lake MN is one of the best options in the market. Not only does this pickup come with some of the best off-roading features, but it has the cabin quality and suspension design to also be comfortable in the daily commute. Whether you spend your life doing hard work off the road, or just want a go-anywhere trucks for weekends, the 2017 Ram Rebel can fit the bill.
The 2017 Ram 1500 Rebel comes standard with a 3.6-liter V6 engine that can deliver 240 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque, but even more oomph is available. Truck owners can upgrade to a 5.7-liter HEMI V8 and reap the benefits of 305 horsepower and 269 pound-feet of torque. Owners can tow between 8,000 and 10,150 pounds with this truck, depending on equipment. Standard tow hooks also mean this power can help get you (or other vehicles) out of sticky situations.
Air Suspension
The 2017 Ram 1500 Rebel comes standard with the Class-Exclusive Active-Level Four-Corner Air Suspension. With five available ride heights and automatic leveling, this suspension offers a responsive and butter-smooth ride whether you are flying down the highway or climbing rocks amid the lakes.
Off-Roading Features
While other trucks may be available with advantages like a Class IV receiver hitch, front and rear Bilstein monotube shocks, a locking tailgate, tow hooks, and all-weather mats and features, all of these advantages come standard in a 2017 Ram 1500 Rebel. A full-size spare tire is also standard.
Special Editions
Two special edition models are available with the 2017 Ram 1500 Rebel. The Mojave Sand limited edition features an exclusive pale paint job and a black interior with Light Slate Gray accents. The Black Edition has an all-black interior and black trim throughout the exterior and interior.
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The new model year didn't bring any huge changes to the Ram Rebel, but that doesn't mean that this truck didn't pick up a few new tricks, mainly related to new high-value standard content. The 2017 Ram 1500 Rebel near White Bear Lake MN features the 8.4-inch Uconnect infotainment system, dual-zone automatic climate control, remote start, a rear backup camera, a security alarm, and rear parking assistance. Carried-over features include LED foglights, heated front seats, and 17-inch wheels with all-terrain tires.
The 2017 Ram 1500 Rebel is a bold and confident truck that will tackle any terrain without breaking a sweat. It looks great, and performs just as well. To learn more about the 2017 Ram Rebel or to schedule a test drive at the Fury Ram Truck Center at Lake Elmo MN, contact a member of our sales team or fill out the form on this page.


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For many drinkers, well-aged wine and spirits are the height of pleasure for their quality and smoothness. Now, entrepreneurs are using innovative technologies to speed up time-honored aging methods to mimic the qualities of beverages aged several years. read more »
Articles by Larry Wu
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Lawrence Wu, Jr. graduated with a Food Science Degree from the University of Washington and received an MBA from Bellamine University. Larry has over 30 years experience in the food and beverage industry working in the areas of product ideation, development and commercialization. Larry has held multiple leadership positions within Research & Development at Starbucks, Brown-Forman, Campbell Soup, Kraft Foods and Bossa Nova Beverages, Iconoculture and Sky Valley Foods.


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The vibration of all that is dormant beauty sheds its heavy winter coat, calling for the world to awaken. What was hidden within the bark, within the ground, within the seed now demands attention. Spring knows how to birth herself but she seeks the loving touch of a human heart. The insects, the animals, the birds do their part as the warm breezes, and the spring showers set free what is hidden. Within the seed of all life lives a dynamic blueprint for the totality, the complete evolution and the fulfillment of each species. Within a single seed of a great oak lives its fullest potential to become all that it can become. That seed does not contain half of an instruction but contains the entirety of divine instruction to fulfillment the oak trees destiny from birth to death. Within the seed of each human being lives the same instructs, an entire holographic blueprint that houses the unlimited potential of each person. Each human has the ability to fulfill these instructions to their completion or any part thereof. It is a personal choice; it is a divine directive. All life holds the entirety of its potential.
As Spring comes into her peak beauty take time to plant a new idea, a new seed, a new desire, a new dream. knowing without a shadow of a doubt that the seed will come into completion holding the fullness of the bloom. Do not plant anything in your life if you doubt its ability to bloom, whether grass seed, flower seed, or a money-tree. If you doubt its ability to fulfill its potential then do not plant at all. Plant this seed of hope with an undiluted knowing that it will reach its full potential.
As you move more and more into your co-creator awareness the question arises are you a part time God or a full time human. Do you doubt yourself more hours than you believe in yourself? As spring comes plant your dreams and hopes in the fertile soil of a deep belief system. Each seed you plant represents a celestial commitment. Plant as a creator, without doubt.


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A fire arrow dispenser is a dispenser that fires arrows through a curtain of lava so the arrow will become lit with fire and deal more damage to enemies on contact.
What you need:
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- Signs* **
- Bucket of lava* **
- Redstone**
- Dispensers**
- 1 - 64x9 arrows.
- Lever (you can click it faster than buttons)
- Can be other (Lava Blocks, Glass, Stone)
- Depends on how long it is or how many rows.
How to make it
- Build a row of Cobblestone and fill a trough of lava in it.
- Quickly wall off the lava on all sides (except one side where you put signs)
- The cobblestone side, remove and add dispensers instead of cobbles.
- Put redstone connecting the dispensers.
- Fill with as many arrows as needed/wanted.
It is recommended to build on top of a castle or something high (like a wall) so when you activate it, it would look like a rain of fire arrows.
Be careful dealing with lava, sometimes it might spread to some flammable things and burn your whole (wooden) house or melt your ice castle.
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"Language as a tool to manipulate both mind and heart...snapshot of the human condition; of our mortality reflected in nature; the staying of time." Alice B. Fogel Why poetry matters "Poetry will bring you significant new interactions with the world around you, with ideas and sensations, with yourself and others," poet Alice B. Fogel wrote… Continue reading New Hampshire Poet Laureate Alice B. Fogel on How to Explore Poetry's Strange Terrain
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How poetry ignited a long-term online friendship: a conversation with Violet Nesdoly
Are you interested in writing poetry, and connecting with other writers? Are you wondering whether there are any benefits to writing and reading poems? To explore these questions, I'm inviting you to eavesdrop on my long, virtual conversation with Violet Nesdoly, as we cyber-talk (or, more accurately, as we type back and forth) about… Continue reading How poetry ignited a long-term online friendship: a conversation with Violet Nesdoly
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lohkeii posted a topic in Canadian CreditHi, I am fairly ignorant in the details of credit ratings and loans etc etc and I have a few questions but first a little background i suppose. I am currently 25 years old and from 18 - 23 or so I was completely irresponsible and careless with my credit/finances and messed my credit up pretty bad. Recently I have gotten back on track somewhat and my current situation is looking like this: I have a current credit rating of 658 (equifax) I have zero debt at the moment however and one credit card with a 6k limit i got 6 months ago. I make roughly $120k a year and have been with my current employer a little over a year. My question really is how long is it going to take to repair my credit rating, what should i be doing and are their any ways i can speed this process up? Also I would like to purchase a new vehicle soon as my current one could seriously call it quits anyday. Will my other factors help overcome my poor rating (no debt, 120k income) or would i simply be wasting my time trying to finance a vehicle with 658 rating? I really dont want to go in there looking for a vehicle if im essentially wasting my time. Thanks in advance.


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I read quite a few blogs. It's a time sink that I enjoy. I learn a lot of cool stuff from these blogs. And some chilling things, as well.
Something Kate Collins posted on The Cozy Chicks a few days ago concerns fluoride in our water and toothpaste. Did you know there's no real evidence that fluoride helps keep your teeth from getting cavities?
Kate said, "Ask your dentist if those fluoride treatments really do any good. I did. My dentist said very quietly, 'No, they really don't.' P.S. He didn't want anyone else to hear."
I'm not surprised. As a kid, I went to a dentist who gave me fluoride treatments every six months. We brushed and we still got tons of cavities . . . until we changed dentists. Then suddenly we stopped getting cavities and having our molars reamed. Of course, by then, the damage was done.
I currently have 12 crowns and a bridge. Most of those teeth that were filled have cracked, because there was very little tooth left. I have thousands and thousands of dental work in my mouth -- work that never should have needed to be done.
Am I pissed about this fluoride deception? You bet. And angry that an unscrupulous dentist not only scammed my parents (who only wanted to do the right thing for their children), but ruined my teeth forever.
I now brush my teeth with a non-fluoride toothpaste. You might want to do the same thing.


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There are a few factors we are considering during this endeavor. First off, we want our children to be able to get through college debt free. They must save 45% of all money they make, that will help toward any college expenses. We will pursue any aide available and they know they will have to work part-time while attending college.
We are considering other options that could cut the cost of a
degree too. Our oldest did College Plus, there are other online options, and then there is technical college. The tech college could either be help in getting the general requirements done or as an option for getting a skill that would cost less and take less time.
All of these options would allow the girls to live at home, eliminating the room and board fees of attending a four year college.
Secondly, we want to guard our daughter's hearts. They each have the desire to be a wife and a mother, so we do not want to feed a career heart that will cause a battle within. We are open to God's calling on their lives, but at this point there is no direction beyond the high calling of being a mother.
Ultimately, we desire clear leading from God by His creating a
passion for our daughters to pursue. They must learn to listen to their Heavenly Father and trust Him to guide their steps. There is a bit of a time line. Decisions will have to be made by December of this year.
Each of our daughters is going to require our seeking the Lord
and allowing Him to speak on their behalf. Our girls are all very different from one another, a cookie cutter after High School option is not going to work for them. We are excited to be
trusting the Lord and look forward to seeing where He leads our beautiful maidens.
What about our son? We have slightly different expectations for
him. It is very important to my husband for our son to get a four year degree. Knowing he will someday be the provider for his family, we feel he will be best served by having a degree. Beyond that our desire for him is the same. We pray he will be lead by the Lord and have a passion for whatever he pursues. He has a
few more years before he is faced with some of these decisions, but we are already praying for him. Life is a constant spiritual battle; we don't want to lose any ground.


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Winter Warrior 2019 taken out by Woolgoolga High School
THERE was mud, sweat and cheers as Winter Warrior 2019 was run and won at Lake Keepit today, about 100 teenage students from across the state taking part.
It took the winning team three hours and 11 minutes to cross the finish line after several gruelling challenges and obstacles.
Lake Keepit Sport & Recreation centre manager Heath Roods said "a great day" was topped off by a well-earned barbecue lunch.
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The competitors travelled from as far as Sydney, Trangie and Woolgoologa, but Mr Roods said no local schools had taken part, unfortunately.
"It might be due to a local perception that Lake Keepit has run dry," he said.
"In town, every time I tell people where I work, they want to tell me that we've closed down."
Mr Roods said both were far from true - in fact, Winter Warrior had included a kayaking leg for the first time.
Another new addition this year was a golfing challenge, in which contestants had to try and hit their ball closest to the marker.
The first-past-the-post 15km endurance race also included a 5km bush run, 2km log-and-tyre carry, and an obstacle course with dozens of mud pits.
"Crawling through the mud seemed to be their favourite part, and kayaking on the river; they liked that because it felt like an Iron Man race," Mr Roods said.
Woologoolga High School took out the boys' and mixed section; Burwood Girls High School won the girls' race and the fancy dress competition.
The next big event on the Sport & Recreation calendar is Keepit Commando, usually held the weekend after Winter Warrior.
This year, however, it will be held in warmer weather - on October 13.
Discuss "Winter Warriors lap up the water, mud, lugging and golfing challenge"
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The Coordinating Commission offered testimony on 10 higher-education-related bills currently being considered by the State Legislature. Interim Executive Director Carna Pfeil spoke on behalf of the commission for five of the bills; the commission submitted testimony in letter form for the others. Below is a brief description of those bills, as well as a link to the commission's submitted testimony.
- LB 779 - Neutral - Changes duties of CCPE relating to transfer-of-credit policies
- LB 781 - Neutral - Change a date relating to a community college comprehensive audit
- LB 787 - Proponent - Provide an income-tax deduction for loan principal payments on graduate degrees
- LB 826 - Proponent - Provide for a study relating to education incentives for high-need occupations
- LB 835 - Neutral - Extend a pilot project relating to college entrance exams (ACT)
- LB 1055 - Proponent - Provide for tuition-free credits for veterans and military personnel as prescribed
- LB 1069- Proponent - Change provisions relating to private postsecondary career schools
- LB 1077 - Neutral - Adopt the Shared Responsibility for Access and Success Act (financial aid)
- LB 1103 - Proponent - Provide for a strategic planning process for education
- LB 1106 - Proponent - Change provisions relating to career academies
The Legislature is scheduled to finish its 60-day session on April 17.


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Sam started training her a dancer when she was young and is now a Level 3 Qualified Personal Trainer.
Alongside her dance and strength training background, Sam has also been teaching barre for 3 years, spin and circuits classes.
If you are determined to work on posture, balance and your booty make your way down to Sam's classes. Don't let her sweet persona fool you, she will put you through a KILLER workout to the beat of top 40 pop hits and classics like Stevie Wonder that leave you feeling the burn!


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Then and Now…
Novo Federal Credit Union was chartered in 1963 under the name CRC Federal Credit Union with $750.00 in assets on the day it opened for business.
Today, the credit union proudly serves over 1900 members with assets of just under 9 million dollars.
Novo Federal Credit Union is clearly different and better than other financial institutions because we not only know your name – we know you!
Our Mission
We know who you are and we are committed to you. Together, we are awesome.
Who can join?
The credit union's field of membership serves the employees of the California Rehabilitation Center in Norco (CRC), employees of the California Institution for Women in Chino (CIW), employees of the California Institution of Men in Chino (CIM), employees of California Patton State Hospital, employees of Division of Adult Parole Operations Diamond Bar and employees of Case Records South in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. Also, eligible are retired employees from the State of California Department of Corrections and immediate family members of all members of Novo Federal Credit Union.
Benefits of Membership
You aren't just a number to us, we pride ourselves on getting to know you. Because we exclusively serve correctional institution employees, we provide banking tools made just for you! Banking with us is like banking with family.
Click here for the Membership Application.
Electronic Services
Make your own banking hours with our free Mobile App! Check your balances, view your statement, set up notifications for deposits and find the closest ATM to you for deposits and surcharge-free withdrawals. These same conveniences can be found on our Home Banking site which is located on our home page under Member Login. Whether you are using the App or Home Banking, for your first login use your account number and last (4) of your social. Download our free app here:


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Not all learners are equally well served by the availability of expert advice on how they might benefit from the inclusion of some form of foreign language learning in their curriculum.
That is not to say that learners not represented elsewhere on this site cannot benefit from language learning. Indeed this website is built on the premise that all but a very, very few children can benefit from exposure to other languages and other cultures.
An investigation into foreign language learning in special schools and mainstream units in Scotland in 2002 found that...
Although, overall, pupils with severe, profound and complex learning difficulties (SLD) and those with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties (SEBD) are somewhat more likely than others not to be included in modern language programmes, pupils of all abilities, including those with SLD and SEBD, are represented in the programmes described in this survey. The decision whether or not to offer modern languages appears to relate to adult expectations of pupils' capabilities and to staffing resources rather than to the ability of pupils to benefit.
(Modern Languages in Special Schools and Mainstream Units in Scotland 2002, page 5: Key findings.)
This is a 'catch-all' page for links to information about other learners who may have additional support needs but for whom there appears to be little information relating to foreign language learning. You will find here links to information about various low-incidence disabilites, about teaching boys, about teaching learners with profound and complex needs.
Some of the information relates specifically to foreign language learning; other links are to generic advice that can help foreign language teachers to devise suitable programmes.
Qualification and Certification at Access levels in Scotland
SQA does not currently make provision in Modern Languages at Access 1 'Independent Units' or 'Supported Units'. Some ideas for including learners working at those levels can be found in this download. Please note that the ideas are not 'official' in any way, and cannot be certificated nationally. They may, however, be useful as a means of including learners who are working towards Access 1 (Derived Units).
Some thoughts about how learners with profound and complex needs might be included in a progressive programme of communication leading towards participation in cultural and linguistic studies. Download
Research Report: Modern Languages in Special Schools and Mainstream Units in Scotland 2002
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Program 1. Virgil Cândea. Romanian testimonies abroad. Romanian creations and sources about Romanians in foreign collections, 8 vol. (2008-2018). Coordinated by Ioana Feodorov. Prioritized program of the Romanian Academy.
Research group: Ioana Feodorov, Andrei Pippidi (final revision), Andrei Timotin,
Mihai Ţipău, Iuliana Deac, Elena Herda, Cătălina Vătăşescu, Elena Siupiur, Daniel
Cain, Anca Popescu, Andreea Dunaeva, Carmen Crişan, Mihai Mitu, Constantin
Program 2. Ethnicity and socio-economic practices in the Balkans (2016-2018). The program is associated with a bilateral research project with the Institute for Ethnography and Folklore of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Ethnicity, People and Environment on the Danube (2018-2020). Coordinated by Stelu Șerban.
Planned works:
- Stelu Șerban: The Ethnicity of Romanians in Northern Bulgarian. Current Perspectives (2016-2018).
- tefan Dorondel: Ethnicity, Politics and Access to Natural Resources in South-Eastern Europe (2016-2018).
Program 3: Traditional culture, social history and the history of languages in South-Eastern Europe (2017-2019). The program is associated with a bilateral research project with the Institute for Balkan Studies and the Center for Thracian Studies of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences: Culture traditionnelle, histoire des langues du Sud-est de l'Europe (2017-2019). Coordinated by Cătălina Vătășescu.
Planned works:
- ătălina Vătășescu, Viorel Stănilă, Kanuni i Leke Dukagjinit, the Unwritten Albanian Code of Laws and Customs. Translation and notes (2017-2019).
- Cristina Codarcea, Family and Property in Wallachia in the 17th and 18th Centuries. A Comparison with the Ottoman Empire and Central Europe (2017-2019).
- Cristina Feneșan, Conversions to Islam in the Carpatho-Danubian Area. Case Studies (Conversions of Prisoners, Slaves, Youths Taken through Devișirme, Conversions Owed to Dervishes) (2017-2019).
- Mihail-George Hâncu, The Origin and Signification of the Image of Battle of Military Saints (Saint George, Saint Theodore Tiron, Saint Demetrius) with the Dragon (2015-2019).
- Simona Nicolae, Archaizing Tendencies and Influences of the Spoken Language in the Epistles of Demetrius Cydones and Manuel Palaeologus (2017-2019).
Program 4: The Critical Bibliography of the Revue des Études Sud-Est européennes and of the Revue historique du Sud-Est européen (2018-2019). Coordinated by Andrei Timotin.
Planned works:
- Andrei Timotin (coord.), Mihail-George Hâncu, Oana Iacubovschi, Ștefan Petrescu, The Critical Bibliography of the "Revue des Études Sud-Est européennes (1963-2017) (2018)
- Andrei Timotin (coord.), Mihail-George Hâncu, Oana Iacubovschi, Ștefan Petrescu, The Critical Bibliography of the "Revue historique du Sud-Est européen" (2019)
Program 5. European Reintegration and Modernization in South-Eastern Europe (16th – 20th centuries) (2017-2019). Coordinator: Andrei Pippidi.
Planned works:
- Andrei Pippidi and Andrei Timotin. Unpublished writings about South-Eastern Europe from the L. F. Marsili Fund in Bologna (2017-2019)
- Viorel Panaite, Western Merchants and Commercial Practices in the Ottoman Mediterranean: Law and Abuse (Late 16th Century – Early 17th Century) (2017-2019)
- Petre Guran, The Geopolitics of Orthodoxy (2017-2019)
- Ligia Livadă Cadeschi, Hygienism vs Social Eugenism in 20th-century Romania. From Discourse to Practice (Sanitary and Social Protection Legislation, Public Institutions, Private Settlements) (2017-2019)
Program 6. Politics and Culture in South-Eastern Europe (19th-20th centuries) (2017-2019). The program is associated with a bilateral research project with the Institute for History of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences: À la recherche du passé utile. Le passé comme ressource pour le présent (2017-2019). Coordinated by Daniel Cain.
Planned works:
- Daniel Cain, Ethnicity and Citizenship in the Old Kingdom.
- Virginia Blînda, Written Culture in South-Eastern Europe; the Paradigm of Modernity (First Half of the 19th Century).
The working collective is formed of Daniel Cain, Virginia Blînda, Ștefan Petrescu, Constantin Iordan and Elena Siupiur.
Program 7. Historical Sources, Memory and Imaginary (Cultural, Political, Identity)
(2017‐2020). Coordinated by Lia Brad Chisacof.
- Lia Brad‐Chisacof, the edition of Iordache Golescu's Register of the Romanian Language (Ms. rom.1595 BAR) (2018‐2020)
- Mihai Ţipău, The Historical Writings of Athanasios Komninos. Translated in Romanian with Historical and Philological Notes (2017‐2020)
- Florin Ţurcanu, The Quadrilateral 1913 – Military, Political, and Cultural Aspects of the Appropriation of Southern Dobruja by Romania (2017‐2019)
- Ştefan Petrescu, South-Eastern Europe in the Romanian Press (1877‐1923) (2015‐2019).
- Simona Nicolae, The Correspondence of Demetrios Kydones and Manuel Palaeologus. Romanian Translation (2017‐2019)
Program 8. Institutions, Religion, and Colonization in Greek Antiquity (2017-2020). Coordinated by Vasilica Lungu.
Planned works:
- Vasilica Lungu: The Signification of Dionysiac Representations in the History of Religions in the West-Pontic Region (2017‐2020).
- Adrian Robu: The History and the Epigraphy of Megara (5th century BC – 5th century AD) (2018‐2020)
This program is also associated with a series of cooperation projects based on international agreements and financing or on extrabudgetary projects: the European program "Ramses", the European program KELAINAI, the cooperation project with the Institute for Museum Ecology in Tulcea and the Louvre.
Other projects:
- Pottery of Labraunda: Looking for a Carian Facies;
Vasilica Lungu is a member of the Labraunda research team:
- Lesbos: Grey Ware Pottery. Black Sea lac Ionien ou mer Aeolien? (Greek-Canadian program)
- Kelainai: Anatolian Pottery (European program)
- The PATABS program in cooperation with CNRS France
Program 9. Oriental Travelers in the Romanian Principalities and Russia. Paul of Aleppo, the complete edition (2018‐2020). This program is associated with a bilateral research program with the "A. Krymskyi" Institute for Oriental Studies of the Ukrainian Academy of Sciences in Kyiv (17th Century Historical Sources concerning Moldavia and Ukraine. Research on Paul of Aleppo's Travels of Macarius III, Patriarch of Antioch, 2018‐2020) and a common project with the Institute for Oriental Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences in Saint Petersburg (Documents concerning the relations between East‐European countries and the Patriarchate of Antioch (Syria) in the XVIIth century, 2018‐2020). Coordinated by: Ioana Feodorov.
Research collective: Ioana Feodorov (coord.), Mihai Țipău, Oana Iacubovschi, Zamfira
Mihail și Ovidiu Olar ("N. Iorga" History Institute).
Program 10. Bibliothèque de l'Institut d'Études Sud‐Est Européennes (BIESEE),
Containing works of the members or collaborators of the Institute for South-East European Studies, as well as works or study collections of important figures from the history of ISEES (2018‐2019).
Coordinated by Andrei Pippidi and Andrei Timotin.
Already planned works (Editura Publishing House – Museum of Brăila):
- N. Iorga, Histoire des États balkaniques, édition par Andrei Pippidi et Andrei Timotin (BIESEE 1).
- ‐Șerban Tanașoca, Études byzantines et balkaniques, édition par Oana Iacubovschi et Andrei Timotin (BIESEE 2).
- Viorel Panaite, News in England on the Great Turkish War (1683‐1699) (BIESEE 3).
- Virgil Cândea, Histoire des idées en Europe du Sud‐Est (XVIIe‐XVIIIe siècle), édition par Ioana Feodorov (BIESEE 4).
- Recueil d'études sur l'art byzantin et balkanique de Maria‐Ana Musicescu, édition par Oana Iacubovschi.
- Cătălina Vătășescu, Recherches lexico‐sémantiques sur le roumain et sur l'albanais.
- Recueil d'études de Paul‐Henri Stahl (Structures sociales en Europe du Sud‐Est), édition par Irina Stahl, Stelu Șerban et Andrei Timotin.
- Recueil d'études sur l'histoire du droit sud‐est européen d'Emanuela Popescu‐Mihuț.
- Andrei Timotin (coord.), Mihail‐George Hâncu, Oana Iacubovschi, Ștefan Petrescu, A Critical Bibliography of "Revue des Études sud‐est européennes" (1963‐2017).
Other works in preparation are also planned to be published by the end of 2019.


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Starting from Val Tramontina it's easy to reach:
- cities as Udine (60 km), Trieste (130 km), Venezia ( 140 km in 2 h – 1 by car, 1 by train) and Ljubljana in Slovenjia (215 km);
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Top 7 Square Alternatives
Square has made itself a giant of commerce, rising from a simple mobile point of sale (mPOS) app to a full business eco-system with an mPOS, tablet-based POS systems, eCommerce integrations, developer tools, and a lot more. It's a favorite of cafes, quick-serve restaurants, artists, and traveling business people. So even if you haven't investigated Square for yourself, the odds are pretty darn good you've at least heard about Square.
Is it worth all the fuss?
In a nutshell, yes. Square offers incredible value for small and medium-sized businesses, and even some larger companies are finding it worthwhile to switch to Square. A suite of software solutions, including niche POS systems, that address a huge assortment of business needs is nothing to sneeze at, especially once you factor in clear, transparent, predictable pricing. Affordable hardware, a pay-as-you-go pricing model, and plenty of third-party integrations are enough to seal the deal.
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|Easy integration with popular platforms plus API for customization
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But Square isn't right for everyone — whether you want better pricing at high volumes, better stability, or an even more robust feature set, there are plenty of reasons why merchants don't want to choose Square.
Maybe Square does not provide the best value for your business type. Square angered a lot of merchants with its September 2019 price change, when the longstanding 2.75% credit card processing fee became 2.6% + 10¢, for all merchants. Square's fee change favors merchants that have larger ticket sizes—roughly $67 and up—while small-ticket merchants will see their credit card processing costs go up (on purchases less than $67) under the new pricing model. On a $5 purchase—for example, a typical coffee-cart purchase—the new fee is nearly double the old fee.
For those merchants looking for a complete Square replacement, it's important to note that Square's platform is complex and layered and caters to many kinds of businesses. So it's difficult to point to just one service and say, "Yes, this company has everything Square offers." Instead, if you're looking for alternatives to Square, we've broken them down by different aspects that draw people to (or maybe turn people away from) Square. Depending on your needs, you may have to find a provider that can offer core mobile processing services, and then use third-party software integrations to fill any gaps. To that end, you can check out "The Best Alternatives To Other Square Services" below for more on some of the supplemental alternatives.
Wondering if Square is right for you? Check out our in-depth Square review for a closer look at the Square platform. Otherwise, read on for our favorite alternatives to Square in all its many forms. Have questions? Have you already found an alternative to Square that you love? Leave us a comment; we always want to hear from you!
Learn More About Our Top Picks
Other Featured Options:
- SumUp: If Square's latest pricing change hit you where it hurts, you should definitely check out London-based SumUp. At 2.65% on all card-present transactions, SumUp's fee is even lower than Square's original 2.75% rate.
- PayPal Here: PayPal Here is a good option for low-volume merchants, though you will still face the account stability issues inherent in third-party processing.
Read more below to learn why we chose these options.
Top Square Competitors & Alternatives
You've likely heard these names before–Paypal Here, Shopkeep, and Lightspeed. So how exactly do they (and the rest of the alternatives listed below) stack up to Square? Let's dive in.
1. Best for Coffee Shops & Quick-Serve Businesses: ShopKeep
ShopKeep POS
For coffeeshops and quick-service restaurants looking to upgrade to an iPad POS, ShopKeep is a system that offers a great feature set for small, food-centric businesses. And if you qualify for their free plan, you may end up spending a lot less overall for ShopKeep compared to Square, with more features to boot.
ShopKeep has excellent inventory tracking features for food-service, including raw goods tracking, low-stock alerts, profitability reporting, and more. The app also makes it easy to send orders to the kitchen and split and merge tickets as needed. Plus, the ShopKeep system automatically syncs and updates tickets on every register, giving a new meaning to the idea of mobile. ShopKeep also has retail features and can be suitable for establishments that sell both food and non-food products. For retail, the ability to bulk upload products via CSV spreadsheet will save time, as will the Bluetooth barcode scanners. ShopKeep doesn't have its own loyalty program, but it does integrate with AppCard to provide one.
Shopkeep offers a free starter plan, and paid plans are offered via personalized quotes. Generally, monthly pricing for these plans is reasonable and comparable to Lightspeed Restaurant. Square also has Square for Restaurants, which, like Square for Retail, is a solid iPad POS that has a rather limited feature set. You can read ShopKeep vs. Square for a more in-depth comparison of pricing and features.
As for payment processing, ShopKeep Payments uses interchange-plus pricing that is customized for each merchant. You will likely get a better rate on processing small-ticket items than you would with Square, as ShopKeep was designed for coffee shops and QSRs. ShopKeep also integrates with outside merchant accounts if you don't want to use their in-house processor.
ShopKeep Fast Facts
- Monthly Fee: $0 for starter plan; call for quote on paid plans
- Processing Rate: Interchange-plus (call for quote)
- Notable Because:
- POS features for coffee shops and QSR
- Free plan available
- POS features for coffee shops and QSR
2. Best For Advanced POS Users: Lightspeed Retail
Lightspeed POS
If you have a growing retail store, you might be ready to upgrade from Square to a fully featured POS system that includes features like purchase ordering and advanced inventory management. Even though the $60/month Square for Retail is a solid POS, there are definitely more advanced iPad POS solutions out there, and Lightspeed Retail is one of them.
At $99/month, Lightspeed Retail is a cutting-edge mobile POS system that, in addition to iPads, can also be run from a web browser on a desktop, laptop, Mac, or any other internet-connected device. This advanced POS system offers a myriad of features including multi-tender options, the ability to create store credit, matrix inventory management, the ability to buy items in bulk and sell them individually, purchase ordering, employee management, eCommerce integration, CRM, reporting, and multi-store capability. When compared to Lightspeed, Square for Retail has a more pared-down feature set—its purchase-ordering and goods-costing systems are especially lacking. Square for Retail is also iPad only, while Lightspeed can be used on a desktop.
Lightspeed Retail includes in-house payment processing with Lightspeed Payments at the same rate as Square's, though it also integrates with outside merchant accounts, including Vantiv Integrated Payments (Mercury), TSYS, and iZettle. Lightspeed also offers 24/7 customer service support and live chat from 11 am to 8pm EST.
You should know that if you don't have much experience using POS systems, there will be a significant learning curve for Lightspeed Retail. This POS could be too complex (and too expensive) for very small businesses with minimal POS experience.
Lightspeed Retail Fast Facts
- Monthly Fee: $99 (larger plans also available)
- Processing Rate: 2.6 + 10¢
- Notable Because:
- Advanced retail POS features
- Can use with desktop or iPad setup
Get Started with Lightspeed POS
3. Best For Stability: Payment Depot & SwipeSimple
Payment Depot Mobile
For many merchants, Square is not a good fit because of its account stability issues. Square has long been dogged by complaints of chargebacks, withheld funds, account freezes, and even sudden account terminations. While Square has made strides to improve these problems, such issues are unavoidable with a third-party payment processor like Square that does not give each merchant their own dedicated merchant account.
For merchants looking for a more stable Square alternative, Payment Depot's Mobile Plan (via SwipeSimple) is an excellent option. Payment processing costs are the same as Square's, and the provider also offers a comparable feature set and great customer service. You will pay $10/month, but you will get your own merchant account and the account stability that comes with it. Note that SwipeSimple is offered by other merchant service providers as well, but we prefer Payment Depot's rates and terms for this app.
Though the SwipeSimple feature set is a little more basic than Square's, you still get things like basic inventory management, SMS/email receipts, offline mode, sales reporting, a customer database, and a virtual terminal. You can use this mobile register on iOS and Android with a free chip card reader, and it also supports external hardware, including Star Micronics' mPOP with integrated cash drawer and receipt printer. As you may know, Square only offers a free magstripe reader; their chip readers cost $49.
Payment Depot/SwipeSimple Fast Facts
- Monthly fee: $10
- Processing Rate: 2.6% + $0.10 per transaction
- Notable because:
- Includes dedicated merchant account
- Free chip card reader
Payment Depot offers more full-fledged merchant service plans as well, with a higher monthly fee but lower transaction fees. If you process more than $10,000/month and are looking to graduate from Square to a more robust alternative, you might look into a higher-volume plan with Payment Depot.
Get Started with Payment Depot Mobile
4. Best For High-Volume Merchants: CDGcommerce
Higher-volume merchants processing more than $5,000 a month will typically benefit from using a dedicated merchant account instead of Square. As mentioned, a merchant account provides better account stability and service, often with lower processing fees as well. For those businesses that have graduated from Square and are ready for a merchant account, CDGcommerce is an excellent provider of online merchant accounts and can address all of your sales channels, from eCommerce, to retail POS, to mobile sales.
Merchants processing $5K–$10K per month will benefit from CDGcommerce's Simplified Pricing plan. This plan has a $10 monthly support fee and a payment processing rate of 1.70% + 25¢ per transaction on most cards. International and premium cards, i.e., luxury cards like the Mastercard Black Card, will incur a non-qualified transaction rate of 2.90% + 30¢. For nonprofits and merchants processing above $10K/month, CDG offers Advanced Pricing, i.e., interchange-plus pricing. You'll have to contact them directly for a personalized quote.
CDGcommerce also has no monthly minimums, no setup fee, no gateway fee, no PCI compliance fee, and early termination fee (because CDGcommerce has no long-term contracts; all contracts are month-to-month). Over time, a CDGcommerce account will save you a lot of money.
As for mobile compatibility, CDG offers a free iPhone/Android app and a free EMV card reader. However, you might consider upgrading to their wireless terminal, which has a built-in thermal printer and can accept NFC, for $79/year.
CDG Commerce Fast Facts
- Monthly Fee: $10
- Processing Rate: 1.70% + 25¢ (on most cards)
- Notable Because:
- Lower processing fees than Square
- Includes dedicated merchant account
- Free chip card reader
5. Best For Multi-Channel Sellers: Shopify Lite
Shopify Lite
The fact that an eCommerce platform like Shopify felt the need to develop its own proprietary POS software tells you just how important the ability to sell across multiple channels (brick-and-mortar stores, mobile pop-ups, online) is becoming. Shopify's "Lite" plan gives you both eCommerce features and an mPOS for iOS and Android, all for a very reasonable $9/month. This plan doesn't give you a full webstore, but you get "buy" buttons (a la PayPal) and a Facebook store.
In addition to the monthly fee, you'll pay 2.7% for swiped, dipped or tapped transactions, and 2.9% + $0.30 for online transactions through Shopify Payments. Shopify's in-person card processing fees are better than Square's if your average transaction is less than $100, while Shopify's processing fee for eCommerce sales is the same as Square's. It's worth pointing out that Shopify Payments is a white-labeled Stripe service, meaning it's another third-party processor with a certain amount of account instability.
Shopify is a great starter option if you'd like to test the waters for online sales, or if you already sell online and want to test the water for in-person sales on your smartphone. Shopify's platform scales so easily that when you're ready for a full webstore, upgrading will be quick and painless.
Shopify offers a free Bluetooth-enabled magstripe/chip card reader. It's listed at $29 in the Shopify store, but new merchants who sign up are eligible for one free reader. A charging dock is included at no additional charge. Shopify's tap & chip reader can be purchased for $49. If you'd like to add support for receipt printers, PIN access for staff members, and a few other features, you'll need one of the full-fledged eCommerce plans.
Check out our Shopify vs. Square article for a closer look at these two side-by-side.
Shopify Lite Fast Facts
- Monthly Fee: $9
- Processing Rate: 2.7%
- Notable Because:
- Lower processing fees than Square
- Includes "buy" buttons and Facebook store
- Free EMV reader
6. Best For Small-Ticket Merchants: SumUp
If Square's latest pricing change hit you where it hurts because you are a small-ticket merchant, you should definitely check out London-based SumUp. At 2.65% on all card-present transactions, SumUp's fee is even lower than Square's original 2.75% rate. No, SumUp doesn't have as many features as Square—for example, there is no in-app invoicing, discounts, or advanced reports—but if you just need basic mobile payment processing then you probably won't miss those bells and whistles. SumUp is a third-party processor, so it is subject to the same account stability issues as Square.
While SumUp's website does look remarkably similar to Square's (see above screenshot), this provider is not just some lesser Square knockoff. SumUp has been around since 2012 and is already well-established as a top option in Europe, which means it has experience with pay-as-you-go processing, EMV, and NFC. It finally expanded to the US in 2017, but it's still one of the few options in this list that has any sort of global reach.
Some useful features of SumUp include "quick sale" mode, refunds, tipping, cash reporting, item library, item variants, and multi-tax rates. You can use SumUp on iOS or Android, and there is also a virtual terminal. SumUp's pocket-sized card reader is highly affordable at only $19, and it accepts swiped, dipped (EMV/chip cards), or tapped (NFC/contactless/mobile wallet) payments.
To sum up (ha ha ha ha), SumUp isn't the most advanced mobile processor out there, as that award goes to Square. However, for small businesses selling small-ticket items (farmer's market vendors, artists, smoothie carts, etc.), SumUp could be a great fit and will save you money over Square. Read Square vs. SumUp for a more in-depth comparison of the two mPOS systems.
SumUp Fast Facts
- Monthly Fee: $0
- Processing Rate: 2.65%
- Notable Because:
- Lower processing fees than Square
- Affordable EMV/NFC reader
7. Best for Low-Volume Merchants: PayPal Here
PayPal Here
PayPal Here—the online payments behemoth's answer to in-person payments—is probably Square's largest competitor when it comes to smartphone payments. PPH has no monthly fee and accepts cards on smartphones and tablets just like Square. And like Square, PayPal Here is a good option for low-volume merchants, though you will still face the account stability issues inherent in third-party processing. However, PayPal Here's fee structure (2.7% per swipe/dip/tap) gives it the advantage of lower processing fees for merchants with low-ticket transactions. PayPal Here also integrates with PayPal's existing suite of merchant services, and can be an especially suitable choice for mobile processing if you already use other PayPal services.
You can use PayPal's in-person payment processing with PayPal Here's proprietary card readers or for a more robust solution, you can use it with one of their POS partners: Vend, Touchpoint, or Lavu. Note that the basic PayPal Here mobile headphone-jack card reader is only suitable for very low-volume businesses that process less than $500 a month. Sales over $500 in a 7-day period made with the this card readers are subject to an automatic 30-day reserve. To avoid the automatic reserve policy, it's worth it to upgrade to the $24.99 chip-and-swipe reader (or you may even be able to get the chip reader for free if PPH is running a sign-up promotion). If you want to accept contactless payments, the chip-and-tap reader with a charging dock is $79.99.
PayPal Here Fast Facts
- Monthly Fee: $0
- Processing Rate: 2.7%
- Notable Because:
- Lower processing fees than Square
- Access to the rest of PayPal's merchant services
The Best Alternatives To Other Square Services
In addition to its core function as a mobile register, Square offers various add-ons, some free and some paid. If you stop using Square, you will also have to stop using Square's useful add-ons for functions like payroll, appointments, and invoices. Luckily, there are various third-party software apps you can use to achieve the same functionality. As follows are some web-based software services you can use to replace Square add-ons. Keep in mind these aren't all-in-one POS systems like Square, but rather services you will use alongside or in conjunction with your POS. Of course, you will need to check these services' compatibility with any other software you want to integrate with.
Alternatives to Square Marketing
- MailChimp – Email marketing with free plan and paid plans starting at $9.99/month.
- Constant Contact – Email marketing with plans starting at $20/month.
Alternative to Square Payroll
- Gusto – Payroll, benefits, and HR software. Payroll base price is $39/month, plus $6/month for each employee.
Alternatives to Square Appointments
- Appointy – Online booking software with free plan and paid plans starting at $19.99/month.
- Bookeo – Online booking software with free plan and paid plans starting at $14.95/month.
Alternatives to Square Invoices
- Zoho Invoice – Invoicing software with free plan and paid plans starting at $9/month.
- Invoice Ninja – Invoicing software with free plan and paid plans starting at $8/month.
- PayPal – If you have a PayPal Business Account, it's free to send invoices; you just have to pay a fee of 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction when you receive their PayPal payment.
Alternatives To Square Online Store
- Shopify – Online store for $29/month, or a Facebook shop for just $9/month. Shopify Payment processing is 2.9% + 30¢ (same as Square's online rate); can use a third-party payment gateway but Shopify adds on a 2% transaction fee.
- BigCommerce – Online store starting at $29.95/month and 2.9% + 30¢ for payment processing or lower rate for larger plans. Can also use with third-party payment gateway.
- Wix – Website builder software with eCommerce-enabled sites starting at $23/month. Can process payments with Wix Payments for 2.9% + 30¢, or with a third-party payment gateway.
- 3dCart – eStores starting at $19/month. Integrates with numerous payment processors (no in-house payment processing offered).
Which Square Alternative Is Right For You?
Square has a lot of advantages, but also some shortcomings. Merchants such as yourself may decide against using Square for a lot of reasons—whether you want a cheaper credit card processor, more advanced point-of-sale features, better account stability, or something else. Fortunately, many other POS apps on the market that your business can use to take payments on mobile devices. When deciding among the various Square competitors, here are a few questions to consider to get you started:
- Do I want/need a more stable account provider?
- Do I process enough card transactions to benefit from high-volume savings?
- Does this Square alternative have all the features I need?
- Are the cost of any add-ons justifiable?
Obviously, there are plenty more questions to ask based on your business. But these will hopefully get you thinking. And of course, we haven't covered all of the alternatives to Square. If you're just looking for payment processing, you can check out our merchant account comparison chart, or if you need a mobile solution, take a look at our mobile credit card processing comparison chart. If you want to know a little bit more about mobile hardware, we have our shortlist of the best credit card readers for small businesses.
So what's your favorite Square alternative? Why did you (or did you not) choose Square? Let us know in the comments!
A Last Look At Our Top Picks
- ShopKeep POS
Summary - ShopKeep has excellent inventory tracking features for food-service, including raw goods tracking, low-stock alerts, profitability reporting, and more. The app also makes it easy to send orders to the kitchen and split and merge tickets as needed.
- Lightspeed POS
Summary - Lightspeed Retail is a cutting-edge mobile POS system that, in addition to iPads, can also be run from a web browser on a desktop, laptop, Mac, or any other internet-connected device.
- Payment Depot Mobile
Summary - Though the SwipeSimple feature set is a little more basic than Square's, you still get things like basic inventory management, SMS/email receipts, offline mode, sales reporting, a customer database, and a virtual terminal.
- CDGcommerce
Summary - For businesses that have graduated from Square and are ready for a merchant account, CDGcommerce is an excellent provider of online merchant accounts and can address all of your sales channels, from eCommerce, to retail POS, to mobile sales.
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Information on TeleHealth
Clinical Resources - Telehealth - Top Web Content
We are committed to keeping you informed about the telehealth mandate effective January 1, 2016, through our provider newsletter and other communications. This section of our website is intended to provide the most current information and resources available related to telehealth.
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The New York state mandate applies to Commercial and Managed Medicaid members. Medicare Advantage members are excluded from this mandate; however, existing Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services rules apply.
New York state describes telemedicine, for purposes of commercial products, as the use of electronic information and communication technologies by a health care provider to deliver health care services to an insured individual while such individual is located at a different site than where the health care provider is located.
It is important to know:
- Telemedicine coverage requirements vary by line of business.
- Members receiving care by telemedicine should understand their financial responsibilities and provide permission before each visit. Standard cost-sharing will apply (deductible, copayments, coinsurances).
What is telemedicine?
Generally, telemedicine is the remote delivery of health care services and clinical information by use of such electronic technology as the Internet, wireless and satellite or the telephone.
What is the NYS telemedicine mandate?
New York became the 22nd state to pass legislation requiring a health plan to provide coverage for services rendered by telemedicine that are otherwise covered under a plan when rendered face to face.
When does the mandate go into effect?
The mandate goes into effect for policies issued, modified or renewed on or after January 1, 2016.
Who is covered by the mandate?
The mandate provides coverage requirements for Managed Medicaid, all fully insured individual/direct pay and small group (both on and off Exchange) and large group members, as well as Essential Plan and Child Health Plus products.
What is covered by the mandate?
Existing member benefits when provided appropriately via telemedicine can be reimbursable subject to reasonable utilization management and quality assurance requirements. Coverage requirements vary.
How is the Health Plan fulfilling the terms of the mandate?
The Health Plan has updated its Telehealth/Telemedicine Corporate Medical PolicyOpen a PDF and subscriber contracts to reflect the mandated required changes.
Does the patient need to consent prior to receiving services by telemedicine?
Yes, per our Corporate Medical Policy, the patient must provide consent prior to the telemedicine services being rendered. Although, we do not require a written consent form, we are providing an example of a telemedicine patient consent form that can be downloaded and adapted to your practice's needs. Please see the Resources Tab and document titled Example Telemedicine Visit Consent for example consent language.
How do I submit and get paid for telemedicine services?
Your normal claim process applies to telemedicine services. Modifiers GT and GQ are required when the code does not otherwise specify the delivery type.
What technology may I use for telemedicine visits?
Telemedicine services must be provided using HIPAA compliant technologies.
Who should I call if I have questions about submitting claims?
Questions about claims and billing may be directed to your Provider Relations Representative.
- American Telemedicine Association - Telemedicine Practice Guidelines
- Elimination of GT Modifier by CMSOpen a PDF
- Example Telemedicine Visit ConsentOpen a PDF
- March 2015 Medicaid Update from NYS Department of Medicaid - Telemedicine content starts on page 18Open a PDF
- Medicare Claims Processing Manual - see Section 190 starting on page 189Open a PDF
- Medicare Learning Network - Telehealth ServicesOpen a PDF
- New York Telehealth Mandate A02552
- Place of Service (POS) code 02 - CMS implements with effective date of 1/1/17Open a PDF
- Telepsychiatry Standards GuidanceOpen a PDF
- Univera Medical Policy for Telemedicine and TelehealthOpen a PDF
Effective January 1, 2017, CMS will implement a new Place of Service (POS) code 02 for use by the physician or practitioner furnishing telehealth services from a distant site. CMS describes the POS of 02 as "The location where health services and health related services are provided or received, through telecommunication technology." POS 02 will not apply to originating site facilities who are billing a facility fee. Learn more . . .Open a PDF
Codes not specific to telemedicine services should be identified utilizing the following modifiers:
GQ - Via asynchronous telecommunications system
GT - Via interactive audio and video telecommunications system


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Wood River man faces laundry list of charges
ALTON — Authorities piled up charges against a Wood River man who allegedly fled a traffic crash, dropped drug paraphernalia and ingested drugs in backseat of a police car.
The incidents happened April 12, with discovery of the alleged drug usage turning up two days later when an Alton police officer viewed surveillance camera images recorded inside the patrol car.
As a result, suspect Brian N. Pratt, 33, of the 500 block of Whitelaw Avenue, is facing felony charges of aggravated driving under the influence of a drug or controlled substance after having received court supervision or a conviction of the offense in 2002 and 2012; driving while license was revoked due to previous DUI and prior conviction of driving while his license was revoked; unlawful possession of a controlled substance, less than 15 grams of a substance containing heroin; and unlawful possession of a controlled substance, less than 15 grams of a substance containing morphine.
A judge set bond of $50,000 on those April 14 charges.
In addition, Pratt was charged with misdemeanor unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia, a hypodermic syringe and cotton-tipped swab used to ingest heroin. Police also cited Pratt with leaving the scene of a crash, failure to reduce speed to avoid a crash and resisting a peace officer for allegedly fleeing police.
An Alton police report, traffic tickets and Madison County Court charge sheets say Pratt was driving a Buick Le Sabre at about 1:15 p.m. April 12 when he was involved in a crash at Homer Adams Parkway and Alton Square Mall Drive. Pratt allegedly drove to the area of Muny Vista Apartments, 1710 Muny Vista Drive, then fled on foot as police pursued the suspect.
The report says Pratt entered the front door of the apartment building, which houses senior citizens and people with disabilities.
Pratt allegedly ran down a hallway and exited the building, in sight of some Muny Vista residents who told police the suspect had dropped "something" in the entryway, the police report says. Police took Pratt into custody and discovered a syringe and dollar bill lying in the foyer of the building, as the residents had reported.
An Alton police report says an officer viewed surveillance images taken of Pratt while in the back of a patrol car on his way to Alton City Jail. The report says Pratt placed a clear plastic bag with several clear capsules containing white powder on the car's backseat, then leaned over and put his head down over the pills. The report says Pratt allegedly put a pill in his mouth, then sat up, then did it two more times as the officer drove the car, according to the surveillance camera images.
The officer who wrote the report referred to the capsules as "buttons" of narcotics.
Pratt, who remained in the Madison County Jail as of Wednesday afternoon, also is facing two unrelated felony charges from January and February, retail theft over $300 and retail theft less than $300, second subsequent offense.
Bonds for those charges are $15,000 and $25,000, respectively.
Linda N. Weller may be reached at 618-463-2559 or on Twitter @Linda_Weller.


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When it comes to your health, you have a CHOICE. Whether you are looking for home health, hospice or mental health services, the right choice for you is Community Health and Counseling Services (CHCS). CHCS is a private non-profit organization that is proud to be both a Medicare and MaineCare certified Home Health Agency and a Comprehensive Community Mental Health Center, one of the few combined agencies of this type anywhere in the country making a difference to over 9,000 people each year in central, eastern, southern and northern Maine. CHCS's mission is to provide community health services, which are needed and valued by the communities and individuals we serve.
CHCS provides you with an array of services that offer you care in the comfort of your own home, school or community. Our belief is to serve you in a familiar setting while remaining close to family and friends who become part of your recovery process and offer additional support. It is important to have choices when you are going through the recovery process. CHCS's programs foster independence and choice with the ultimate goal of improving the quality of your life. Call us today to learn more about your choices and our services which are delivered right to your door. CHCS has been making a difference right here in Maine for 135 years. We are proud to live and work in the communities we serve.
Home Health Services
We provide in-home professional health services to patients as they recover from illnesses or injuries.
Skilled Nursing: Skilled nursing is provided by RNs or LPNs with training and experience in home care. Services may include evaluation of health care needs, performance of skilled nursing procedures, education of patients, family members and caregivers on disease processes, prevention strategies and self-care techniques, and coordination of care and services with physicians and other health care team members. Nurses ensure effective communication and advocacy for patients.
Physical and Occupational Therapy: Community Health and Counseling Services' Physical and Occupational Therapists help patients return to the activities they enjoy most, and stay safe and independent, in their homes, through a host of rehabilitation programs.
Speech Language Pathology: Speech Language Pathologists work as part of the home health team to assist in the recovery of conditions which affect the ability to speak, understand, and/or communicate. Conditions may include recovery from stroke, trauma, or other neurological conditions.
Home Heaalth Aides: Home Health Aides provide assistance with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, hair care, oral hygiene, skin care, foot care, feeding, toileting, and moving about the home safely. They may also perform simple wound dressing changes that do not require the skills of a nurse, assistance with exercise programs that do not require the skills of physical or occupational therapists, and assistance with prostheses, including artificial limbs.
Social Work: Social Workers help find resources that assist with money or emotional problems that may be hindering patient recovery. Social Workers have a unique ability to identify sources of assistance that help patients receive services for which they qualify.
Dietary Counseling: A Registered Dietitian provides screening, assessment, and education for patients in need of dietary counseling. The Dietitian is skilled in developing modified diets in accordance with patient needs and their age-specific characteristics. The Registered Dietitian educates patients and their familiesregarding nutritional needs and dietary modifications.
Home Health Programs
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Hospice care focuses on the care, comfort and quality of life when managing pain and symptoms of a life-limiting disease. Choosing hospice means that you have made a choice to continue living your life to the fullest without undergoing uncomfortable tests or seeking curative care.
Your hospice team is a group of specially trained professionals including your primary physician, nurses, social workers and counselors who will help assure that your wishes are honored.
Together, they provide support and teaching for you and your family while working closely with area hospitals, physicians and volunteer agencies to ensure that all aspects of your comfort in are managed appropriately.


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Posted on July 31 2016
1. Maxi Dresses - We love maxi dresses because they are the easiest pieces in our wardrobe. Throw one on with a cute pair of sandals and you're all set.
2. Tummies Out - We've been working for our summer bodies all year, don't forget to show off all your hard work!
3. Bobs - In August, we're trading in our long manes for something much shorter and equally gorgeous.
4. Iced Coffees - We getting our caffeine on with coffee over ice.
5. Colorful Home Accents - Bring some color indoors with these Blue Agate Coasters from Mapleton Drive.
6. Succulents - It's that time of year again, time to put that green thumb of yours to work! With the warm weather comes beautiful fresh flowers and produce, tan lines and gorgeous outdoor parties. Bring that energy indoors by creating your own indoor garden! We recommend planting succulents, they're pretty, fun and impossible to kill!
7. Gifts for Yourself - Let's face it, you deserve to treat yourself from time to time. Right now we are obsessed with this watercolor watch from Ted Baker.
8. Plunging Necklines - This is the time of year where we can wear flowy tops and not have to be worried about being tied down by constricting bras. Show off your goods with your favorite low cut tops like this one from @meleponym.


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- Decorated additional room for relaxation
- Exquisite fittings such as American Standard bathrooms, Groehe faucets and marble floors
- Tastefully designed interiors with full air conditioning
- Spacious bedroom cabinets
Capita Lake Front is an exclusive, low density, high end residential building facing the North Banani-Gulshan Lake. It is a calm and quiet residence in a highly secured, upscale neighborhood with a beautiful lake view. The location of the building is advantageous for several other reasons such as its closeness to Gulshan and all the private clubs in the vicinity, international schools and universities, excellent hospitals and clinics, and a very wide selection of departmental stores and showrooms. Another uniqueness and advantage of Capita Lake Front is that it will have access to the new walkway with greenery around the lake.


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We all know that tobacco use is bad for our health. However, many people forget that smoking cigarettes and cigars or chewing tobacco is destructive to our dental health as well. Tobacco and nicotine affect the entire oral health system, by increasing risks for infections like gum disease and potentially deadly conditions such as oral cancer. Abstaining from tobacco use is advantageous to your overall wellbeing and dental health. If you do use tobacco or nicotine of any kind, bring this up with our dentist at your next appointment. This way, we can consider your lifestyle habits when we perform oral checkups and dental cleanings.
Tobacco and Your Gums
Tobacco products contain very inflammatory and irritating ingredients. For instance, cigarettes have hundreds of chemicals and carcinogens mixed in their formulas. The irritating nature of smoke and byproducts from smokeless tobacco can negatively affect soft oral tissues—especially the gums. Tobacco products contribute to gum disease by inflaming the gingiva. Inflamed gingiva is more prone to becoming diseased. Moreover, gums recede from teeth when inflamed. Gum recession exposes the roots of teeth to debris and bacteria that contribute to dental caries.
Gum Disease and Your Dental Health
Periodontal (gum) disease is one of the most common and severe threats to oral health. Those who smoke or chew tobacco have an increased risk for developing periodontal disease. Gum disease is the most common culprit behind tooth loss. This is because this condition destroys the gums and bone, and both of these structures support teeth. Lastly, periodontal disease involves a serious oral infection that can enter the bloodstream. Recent studies have shown that gum disease might contribute to cardiovascular problems, stroke, and impaired immunity.
Oral Cancer
Oral cancer is serious health condition. Since tobacco products contain carcinogens, those who use tobacco increase their risks for developing malignancies in the oral cavity. Since early detection is important for protecting one's health, we recommend that patients have annual oral cancer screenings.
Call us today to schedule an appointment with our dentist!


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The prize-winning bestselling historian delivers the first authoritative general account for thirty years.
This landmark work answers two fundamental questions - how, and why, did the Holocaust happen?
Laurence Rees has spent twenty-five years meeting and interviewing survivors and perpetrators of the Holocaust. Now he combines this largely unpublished testimony with the latest academic research to create the first accessible and authoritative account of the Holocaust in over three decades.
Through a chronological, intensely readable narrative, featuring the latest historical research and compelling eyewitness testimony, this is the story of the worst crime in history.
"This is by far the clearest book ever written about the Holocaust, but also the best in explaining both its origins and grotesque mentality, as well as its chaotic development "
Antony Beevor
"A masterpiece. Laurence Rees's best book yet. This riveting book traces every aspect of the Holocaust from its inception through to the liberation of the extermination camps. In compelling prose, Rees tells the full story of the most shameful period in the story of mankind"
Andrew Roberts
"Anyone wanting a compelling, highly readable explanation of how and why the Holocaust happened, drawing on recent scholarship and impressively incorporating moving and harrowing interviews need look no further than Laurence Rees's brilliant book"
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Super Powers is a Super Friends franchise that got its' start as an action figure line from Kenner called the Super Powers Collection, and from that, it spawned numerous other products such as books, games, puzzles, toys, and numerous other products.
At this point, the Super Powers name was used on multiple products, of course the last two seasons of Super Friends also used Super Powers in their titles, starting with Super Friends: The Legendary Super Powers Show, and ending with The Super Powers Team: Galactic Guardians, in which the Super Friends name was dropped altogether in favor of the Super Powers name.Super Powers products continued to be made even after the end of the animated series. There were even a number of knock-off action figure lines from other companies who attempted to capitalize on the popularity of the characters, such as the DC Comics Super Heroes line, although it was unsuccessful. Even ten years after the end of the toyline, another attempt was made using the Justice League characters, with the Total Justice line, although even those figures were often considered bland by comparison to the older toys.
Instances the Super Powers name was used
Toys and collectibles
- Super Powers Collection (most toys came with a mini-comic)
- Super Powers Cup holders
- Super Powers, Volume One (1984)
- Super Powers, Volume Two (1985-1986)
- Super Powers, Volume Three (1986)
- Super Powers, Volume Four (1986-1997)
- Super Powers by Tom Scioli (2016-2017)
- Super Powers! (2016)
Home video
- Super Powers Video Collection
- Legacy of Super Powers
- The Legendary Super Powers Show
- The Super Powers Team: Galactic Guardians
Coming soon!
More stuff coming soon!
- ↑ A DC Comics copyright.
- ↑ Pictured here are Michelangelo, Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael, Mister Freeze, Brainiac, Batgirl, Joker, Batman, Robin, the R-Cycle and Penguin.
- ↑ This comic was shown in the film, Batman vs. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2019).
External Links
- Super Powers at the DC Database
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$Facebook Community – ZUCKERBERG UNVEILS NEW TOOLS GIVING FACEBOOK A NEW MISSION
The giant social network, Facebook's CEO Mark Zuckerberg introduced several new $Facebook Community tools and updates to its existing features concerning safety, support, and donations at its second annual Social Good Forum in New York. Zuckerberg believes that Facebook's primary purpose is a social one- to make the world more open and connected. Now, he is ready to fulfill his mission through a string of new tools that will help those in need. He told the crowd that the Facebook's new mission is to "give people the power to build the community to help bring the world closer." The new features are meant to expand users' communities by connecting mentors or mentees together through a program created by nonprofit organizations. The new tools will enable people to connect with meaningful communities, which help people to find a common ground where they can share their new perspectives and become aware of different issues. Zuckerberg narrates these tools and features as an addition of Facebook's new mantra, new principles that will guide the company in a new direction over the next decade.
Zuckerberg's new $Facebook Community tool features are:
- Through these new tools, 100% of donations will go directly to charitable organizations by eliminating nonprofit fees.
- People can now create and synced up to Facebook fundraiser through charitable tools expansion in places like Europe, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
- A new tool, Community help API will help disaster response organizations access to community help data that gives useful information about the needs of people impacted by disasters.
- About 4 million Indian donors have signed up through Facebook's blood donation feature and are planning to expand it to Bangladesh in 2018.
- Mentorship and support, again a new tool that enables mentors and mentees to connect with the world through a program created by nonprofit organizations.
- The most important tool, suicide prevention artificial intelligence, which will flag posts and videos indicating thoughts of suicide and self-harm.
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