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LYON, France, December 30, 2020 -- EDAP TMS SA (Nasdaq: EDAP) (the Company), the global leader in robotic energy- based therapies, announced today two new Focal One sales to leading U.S. healthcare institutions. The company announced a bundled sale of Focal One and Exact Vu to the University of California, San Francisco Medical Center (UCSF) and a Focal One sale to Cleveland Clinic. Both sales were completed during the fourth quarter.

Marc Oczachowski, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of EDAP, commented: We are excited to welcome UCSF and Cleveland Clinic to our large and growing roster of renowned health institutions that have implemented our cutting-edge Focal One HIFU technology. These sales reflect the growing adoption of HIFU in prostate cancer management, and the growing interest in non-invasive and quality of life preservation technologies. We are also pleased to have completed these transactions in the context of a resurgence in COVID-19 cases. We strongly believe it is important for hospitals and healthcare systems to invest in ambulatory technologies that lead to minimal side effects, limit the risk of ICU care and keep patients safe. With these sales completed during the fourth quarter, we are poised to enter 2021 with renewed momentum.

EDAP will provide a further update on these sales and other corporate developments during its regularly scheduled Q4 2020 results conference call in March.

About EDAP TMS SA

A recognized leader in the global therapeutic ultrasound market,EDAP TMSdevelops, manufactures, promotes and distributes worldwide minimally invasive medical devices for various pathologies using ultrasound technology. By combining the latest technologies in imaging and treatment modalities in its complete range of Robotic HIFU devices,EDAP TMSintroduced the Focal One inEuropeand in the U.S. as an answer to all requirements for ideal prostate tissue ablation. With the addition of the ExactVu Micro-Ultrasound device, EDAP TMS is now the only company offering a complete solution from diagnostics to focal treatment of Prostate Cancer. EDAP TMS also produces and distributes other medical equipment including the Sonolith i-move lithotripter and lasers for the treatment of urinary tract stones using extra-corporeal shockwave lithotripsy (ESWL). For more information on the Company, please visithttp://www.edap-tms.com, and us.hifu-prostate.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

In addition to historical information, this press release contains forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, including matters not yet known to us or not currently considered material by us, and there can be no assurance that anticipated events will occur or that the objectives set out will actually be achieved. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the results anticipated in the forward-looking statements include, among others, the clinical status and market acceptance of our HIFU devices and the continued market potential for our lithotripsy device, as well as the length and severity of the recent COVID-19 outbreak, including its impacts across our businesses on demand for our devices and services. Factors that may cause such a difference also may include, but are not limited to, those described in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission and in particular, in the sections "Cautionary Statement on Forward-Looking Information" and "Risk Factors" in the Company's Annual Report on Form 20-F.

Company ContactBlandine ConfortInvestor Relations / Legal AffairsEDAP TMS SA+33 4 72 15 31 50bconfort@edap-tms.com

Investor ContactJeremy FefferLifeSci Advisors, LLC212-915-2568 jeremy@lifesciadvisors.com

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Additional data on first non-invasive medical device cleared by the FDA for OCD demonstrated that 73% responded positively to Deep TMS, anddurability of therapeutic effect was shown

Results to be Utilized in Companys Efforts to Secure Reimbursement in OCD

CRESSKILL, N.J. and JERUSALEM, Nov. 11, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BrainsWay Ltd. (NASDAQ & TASE: BWAY) (BrainsWay or the Company), a global leader in the advanced, non-invasive treatment of brain disorders, today announced the publication of new positive data from a post-marketing study at 22 twenty-two clinical sites patients suffering from obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in the Journal of Psychiatric Research.

The patients were treated with BrainsWays proprietary H7-coil deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (Deep TMS) system, the first non-invasive medical device cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for OCD. Response to treatment was defined as at least a 30% reduction in the Yale Brown Obsessive Compulsive Scale (Y-BOCS) score.The data showed that 58% of those who completed the full 29-session course of therapy achieved response. In addition, 73% of patients, including those who did and did not complete the full course of therapy, demonstrated response at least once prior to the conclusion of treatment. Furthermore, a secondary endpoint of the study showed that 52% of patients demonstrated sustained response for at least one month following treatment, thereby showing that the therapeutic effect from Deep TMS can be maintained for weeks.

It is gratifying to see the real-world utility and efficacy of Deep TMS for OCD under clinical conditions, stated Aron Tendler, M.D., Chief Medical Officer of BrainsWay. This important study involved 219 patients at 22 centers across the U.S., and we believe these compelling results are indicative of the benefit this innovative technology can have on patients within a practical treatment setting.

We are thrilled with the results of this post-marketing study and continue to view Deep TMS as an important treatment option for patients suffering from OCD, added Christopher von Jako, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of BrainsWay. We view the publication of these data in the prestigious Journal of Psychiatric Research as further validation of BrainsWays leadership position in TMS. Importantly, we intend to leverage these compelling results with payors in our efforts to secure reimbursement for Deep TMS in OCD.

OCD is a chronic and disabling disorder that affects about 2.3% of the U.S. population in their lifetime, or an estimated 1.2% of adults per year. The BrainsWay Deep TMS system provides patients suffering from this hard-to-treat disease with hope through a non-invasive treatment option that augments existing OCD therapeutic approaches, such as medication, psychotherapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT).

BrainsWay received De Novo clearance for the treatment of OCD from the FDA in 2018, following positive results from a randomized, placebo-controlled multicenter clinical trial.

More About the Study

BrainsWay collected real-world clinical treatment data from 219 patients as part of an ongoing post-marketing study. OCD patients were treated with BrainsWays H7 Deep TMS coil as an adjunct to other forms of treatment, and clinical outcomes were assessed using the Y-BOCS score, the gold standard in the field. Prior to each treatment session, patients underwent 3-5 minutes of individualized symptom provocation to activate their OCD circuitry. The primary endpoint was response at 29 treatment sessions, which was the same protocol used in BrainsWays previous pivotal multicenter study which led to FDA clearance. No significant adverse events relating to the treatment were reported.

More About OCD

More than 2.5 million adults in the United States suffer from OCD every year. It is a chronic psychiatric illness characterized by a pattern of obsessive thoughts and compulsive repetitive behaviors, which has a significantly destructive effect on patients day-to-day activities. Current treatment options include high dosages of SRI antidepressant medications (Clomipramine, Fluoxetine, Sertraline, Paroxetine and Fluvoxamine), a form of CBT called exposure and response prevention (ERP), or a combination of these treatment options. OCD is very difficult to treat since many patients do not respond or tolerate medications and ERP. OCD is usually comorbid with other conditions (such as depression or bipolar disorders), making the patient effectively treatment resistant and increasing the illness and treatment burden. As many as 1 in 2 OCD patients have suicidal thoughts, 1 in 4 will attempt suicide in their lifetime, and the risk of completed suicide is ten times higher with OCD than without.

About BrainsWay

BrainsWay is a commercial stage medical device company focused on the development and sale of non-invasive neurostimulation products using the Companys proprietary Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (Deep TMS) platform technology. The Company received marketing authorization from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its products for a variety of patient populations, including in 2013 for patients with major depressive disorder (MDD), in 2018 for patients with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and in 2020 for patients with smoking addiction. BrainsWay is currently conducting clinical trials of Deep TMS in various psychiatric, neurological, and addiction disorders. To learn more, please visit http://www.brainsway.com

Forward Looking Statements

This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements may be preceded by the words intends, may, will, plans, expects, anticipates, projects, predicts, estimates, aims, believes, hopes, potential or similar words. These forward-looking statements and their implications are based on the current expectations of the management of the Company only and are subject to a number of factors and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. Moreover, the data in this press release results from a real-world post marketing study of different patient groups treated under disparate conditions. By its very nature, this data is not blinded, the results as presented involve extrapolations from different data sets without necessarily distinguishing between primary and secondary endpoints, and the data was not reviewed by the US Food and Drug Administration and could be subject to different statistical analyses which could impact the results as expressed herein. The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements: inadequacy of financial resources to meet future capital requirements; changes in technology and market requirements; delays or obstacles in launching and/or successfully completing planned studies and clinical trials; failure to obtain approvals by regulatory agencies on the Companys anticipated timeframe, or at all; inability to retain or attract key employees whose knowledge is essential to the development of Deep TMS products; unforeseen difficulties with Deep TMS products and processes, and/or inability to develop necessary enhancements; unexpected costs related to Deep TMS products; failure to obtain and maintain adequate protection of the Companys intellectual property, including intellectual property licensed to the Company; the potential for product liability; changes in legislation and applicable rules and regulations; unfavorable market perception and acceptance of Deep TMS technology; inadequate or delays in reimbursement from third-party payers, including insurance companies and Medicare; inability to commercialize Deep TMS, including internationally, by the Company or through third-party distributors; product development by competitors; inability to timely develop and introduce new technologies, products and applications, and the effect of the global COVID-19 health pandemic on our business and continued uncertainty and market impact relating thereto.

Any forward-looking statement in this press release speaks only as of the date of this press release. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by any applicable securities laws. More detailed information about the risks and uncertainties affecting the Company is contained under the heading Risk Factors in the Companys filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

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BrainsWay: Judy HuberSVP and Chief Financial OfficerJudy.huber@brainsway.com

Investors:Bob YedidLifeSci Advisors646-597-6989Bob@LifeSciAdvisors.com

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NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hudson Capital Inc. (NASDAQ: HUSN) and FreightHub, Inc., a North American transportation logistics platform company focused on US-Mexico cross-border shipping, have continued to make progress in their plans to merge. On November 12, 2020, Hudson Capital filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), a Registration Statement on Form S-4, including a preliminary joint proxy statement relating to the planned merger between Hudson Capital and Fr8Hub. In addition, on November 12, 2020, Hudson Capital received a notice from NASDAQ Regulation informing Hudson Capital that for the last 10 consecutive business days, from October 29 to November 11, 2020, the closing bid price of Hudson Capitals ordinary shares had been $1.00 or greater per share and accordingly, Hudson Capital had regained compliance with Listing Rule 5550(a)(2) and the issue with maintaining a minimum bid price of its shares was now closed.

About FreightHub, Inc.

FreightHub, Inc. (Fr8Hub) makes shipping simple, transparent, and efficient. A transportation logistics platform company, Fr8Hub focuses on truckload freight for US-Mexico cross-border, domestic Mexico and domestic US. As an established digital freight marketplace, broker, transportation management system (TMS) and public API, Fr8Hub uses its proprietary technology platform to connect carriers and shippers and significantly improve matching and operation efficiency via innovative technologies such as live pricing and real-time tracking.

About Hudson Capital Inc.

Incorporated in 2014, Hudson Capital Inc. (formerly known as China Internet Nationwide Financial Services Inc. (NASDAQ: HUSN)) commenced its business by providing financial advisory services to small and medium size companies. The traditional business segments include commercial payment advisory, intermediary bank loan advisory and international corporate financing advisory services which help clients to meet their commercial payment and investment needs. For more information, about Hudson Capital, please see the documents filed by Hudson Capital with the SEC at http://www.sec.gov.

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TORRINGTON Six Torrington Middle School (TMS) students were recognized among their peers as Blazers of the Quarter on Monday, Nov. 9, in the TMS library.

TMS Principal Marv Haiman, teachers Kelli Johnson, Robb Nicolay, Terra Ochsner and Kelsey Walker presented certificates to sixth-grader Brendan Bogaczyk, seventh-graders Haley Defoe and Brooklyn Asmus and eighth-graders Madison Copenbarger and Ivy Palfy for their honorable behavior shown throughout the first quarter of the school year.

One student, TMS sixth-grader Carter Groene, was absent due to illness, but was recognized during the ceremony.

Student of the quarter has to do with you being great representatives of what our school is all about, and our school is about two things: respect and responsibility, Haiman explained.

Teachers at TMS were tasked with choosing students who exemplified the ethos of the school.

They didnt select you because you were the best student in the grade; its not about being the best, Haiman said. Its about demonstrating the qualities that we think are important. In other words, walking the talk and being very respectful and very responsible.

Haiman told the students there were three reasons why people do what they do; they try to stay out of trouble, do something because it benefits them or do something because it is good for other people.

You folks have been selected because you are good for other people; youre good role models, Haiman said.

Haiman showed the students framed pictures of them and told them the pictures would be displayed in a display case at the school.

The ceremony was attended by the recognized students and their families.

TMS teachers Kelli Johnson, Robb Nicolay, Terra Ochsner and Kelsey Walker read the nomination letter for each student and presented them with a certificate.

Haiman told attendees the school had decided to refrain from holding large assemblies due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This small assembly was the first group assembly of the year.

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Greenbrook TMS Inc. (TSX: GTMS) ("Greenbrook" or the "Company"), today announced its third quarter 2020 ("Q3 2020") operational and financial results. All values in this news release are in United States dollars, unless otherwise stated.

THIRD QUARTER 2020 FINANCIAL AND OPERATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS

Quarterly revenue increased by 42% to $12.0 million, up $3.5 million from the third quarter of fiscal 2019 ("Q3 2019"), representing our second highest quarterly revenue results to date.

Revenue for the nine-month period ended September 30, 2020 ("YTD 2020") increased by 43% to $33.2 million, up $10.1 million from the nine-month period ended September 30, 2019 ("YTD 2019").

Despite the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, quarterly revenue increased by 23%, up $2.2 million from the second quarter of fiscal 2020 ("Q2 2020").

Quarterly regional operating income increased by 26% to $1.0 million, up $0.2 million from Q3 2019; however, YTD 2020 regional operating income decreased by 38% to $1.5 million, representing a decrease of $0.9 million from YTD 2019.

Added one active TMS Center during Q3 2020, with an additional 11 TMS Centers in development, bringing the total Company network to 125 TMS Centers, representing an increase of 18% as compared to Q3 2019.

Bill Leonard, President and Chief Executive Officer of Greenbrook commented:

"In Q3 2020, we proudly announce our second highest quarterly revenue results since our inception and a return to strong regional operating income, despite the challenging operating environment imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic. We continued to experience record monthly highs in new patient starts throughout Q3 2020, highlighting the essential need for TMS therapy during these challenging times. We believe these record monthly highs will support a continued strong upward trend into the fourth quarter of 2020."

Greenbrook also announced today that it has signed a non-binding term sheet with a third-party lender in respect of a secured term loan facility in an aggregate amount of up to $30 million. Completion of the proposed financing remains subject to customary conditions, including completion of customary due diligence and negotiation of definitive documentation; however, there can be no assurances that the financing will be completed on the terms set forth in the non-binding term sheet, or at all. Further details regarding the terms of such proposed financing will be provided if and when a definitive loan agreement has been entered into between the parties.

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SELECTED THIRD QUARTER FINANCIAL AND OPERATING RESULTS (1)

(US$)

Q3 2020(unaudited)

Q3 2019(unaudited)

YTD 2020(unaudited)

YTD 2019(unaudited)

Total revenue

12,006,570

8,459,103

33,215,627

23,148,860

Regional operating income

967,584

770,813

1,482,182

2,399,979

Loss before income taxes

(7,667,755)

(3,365,014)

(21,643,193)

(8,846,208)

Loss for the period and comprehensive loss

(7,667,755)

(3,365,014)

(21,643,193)

(8,846,208)

Loss attributable to the common shareholders of Greenbrook

(7,636,132)

(3,431,009)

(21,271,910)

(8,875,523)

Net loss per share (basic and diluted)

(0.11)

(0.06)

(0.34)

(0.17)

________Notes:

(1)

Please note that additional selected consolidated financial information can be found at the end of this press release.

As at September 30,

As at December 31,

(unaudited)

2020

2019

2019

Number of active TMS Centers(1)

114

94

102

Number of TMS Centers-in-development(2)

11

12

17

Total TMS Centers

125

106

119

Number of management regions

13

13

13

Number of TMS Devices installed

191

164

178

Number of regional personnel

286

253

273

Number of shared-services / corporate personnel(3)

47

36

44

Number of TMS providers(4)

113

102

109

Number of consultations performed

7,718

5,560

8,039

Number of patient starts

4,017

2,888

4,080

Number of TMS treatments performed

141,584

104,096

155,343

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Snowflakes. Soy boys. And other pejoratives, many of which are unrepeatable in polite company. These are some of the lesser grievances that liberals have had to endure during the four years of the Trump administration. Barring unlikely and bizarre circumstances, President-elect Joe Biden will take over the White House, leading to much joy among the left. In this exuberance, its tempting to configure your long-term stocks to buy based on the election results.However, that would not be the wisest course of action. Dont get me wrong the transition to Democrats taking control of the executive office is wildly significant. As CNN reported, Biden plans to issue executive actions that will undo outgoing President Trumps policies. Among them, controversial issues such as immigration reform will be top on the list. With such promised large-scale changes, of course it will have an impact on long-term stocks.But its important to not get myopic. Although you might want to direct your long-term stocks toward companies that will largely benefit from Democratic rule and avoid those that perform better under Republican stewardship, Biden probably wont have full control of government. Even if he did, the Democrats cant afford to alienate Americans who did not vote for the former Vice President.InvestorPlace - Stock Market News, Stock Advice & Trading TipsTo be fair to Trumps non-stop accusations of voter fraud, the electoral race was tight. Despite the federal governments poor handling of the novel coronavirus pandemic, Trump still won over several million voters across all demographics, largely due to his economic policy strengths.7 Retail Stocks That Will Benefit From 2020s Holiday Shopping SeasonSo, dont buy into exclusively politically motivated narratives. Instead, for strategic portfolio allocation, consider companies that will do well irrespective of whos in office. 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Therefore, if youre not worried about day-to-day price swings, keep NVDA stock in your drawer.Brookfield Renewable Partners (BEP)Source: IgorGolovniov / Shutterstock.comJoe Biden is hardly what you would call a perfect candidate. Although he has proven himself to be mentally fit, at his age, cobwebs have inevitably developed. And theyve come out at some inopportune times. For instance, during the second and last presidential debate, President Trump hit him hard on his confused stance on fracking and other environmental issues.Nevertheless, as I mentioned earlier, Biden must answer to the Democrats. Consistently, the party has pushed issues such as addressing climate change. Therefore, one of the logical long-term stocks to buy is Brookfield Renewable Partners. Clearly, Biden would not be popular within his own party if he broke rank and decided to go all fossil fuel on everybody.Not surprisingly, BEP stock has put on a tremendous performance this year, gaining nearly 58% year-to-date. Further, the raging wildfires we suffered this year raises the importance of sustainability, which should bolster Brookfield.But I dont see BEP stock as being a catalyst levered exclusively to Democrats. The reality is that younger people care deeply about the environment. Therefore, the next generation of Republican leaders cant afford to alienate whole swathes of voters. Ultimately, thats great news for Brookfield and other sustainability oriented companies.On the date of publication, Josh Enomoto held a long position in F stock.A former senior business analyst for Sony Electronics, Josh Enomoto has helped broker major contracts with Fortune Global 500 companies. Over the past several years, he has delivered unique, critical insights for the investment markets, as well as various other industries including legal, construction management, and healthcare.More From InvestorPlaceWhy Everyone Is Investing in 5G All WRONGTop Stock Picker Reveals His Next 1,000% WinnerRadical New Battery Could Dismantle Oil MarketsThe post 7 Long-Term Stocks to Buy with the Election Behind Us appeared first on InvestorPlace.

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Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, announced that Atlanta-based broker Freight Scouts is using Descartes cloud-based transportation management and load tracking visibility solution to modernize its operations. With the Descartes Aljex transportation management system (TMS), fully integrated with real-time load tracking visibility solution Descartes MacroPoint, Freight Scouts is streamlining the transportation of truckload (TL) and less-than-truckload (LTL) freight for its own brokerage customers, and for shipments originating from fulfillment centers managed by its parent company, PBD Worldwide.

We are building a technology environment that makes it easier to deliver on our promise of Exceptional Service Every Time, said Jan Jones, VP/General Manager, Freight Scouts. The Descartes solution gives us a cloud-based, brokerage-focused TMS used to determine the most efficient transport option for our customers, and an automated tool for load tracking so we always know the status and location of our customers shipments. Our team loves how the integrated solution eliminates the headaches from our day-to-day operations and helps us to improve performance, minimize penalties, and keep our customers satisfied.

Descartes cloud-based solutions for freight brokers provide end-to-end capabilities that enable companies to deliver better customer service, enhance operational performance and maximize margin. The Descartes Aljex TMS automates and streamlines daily freight broker activities to boost operational efficiency, including order entry, lane rate comparison, covering loads, rate confirmation, carrier acceptance, dispatching and electronic data interchange (EDI). Through integration with Descartes MacroPoint, freight brokers also gain real-time visibility into load status by replacing time-consuming and ineffective manual check calls with automated status updates from carriers, which enhances service levels for shipper customers.

Were pleased to help Freight Scouts better manage the lifecycle of shipments from order creation through execution using Descartes transportation solutions, said Dan Cicerchi, Vice President and General Manager, Transportation Management at Descartes. By automating the many complex tasks performed by freight brokers, Descartes technology helps brokerages to cover more loads, increase visibility, move freight faster and source new carriers more effectively.

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Snowflakes. Soy boys. And other pejoratives, many of which are unrepeatable in polite company. These are some of the lesser grievances that liberals have had to endure during the four years of the Trump administration. Barring unlikely and bizarre circumstances, President-elect Joe Biden will take over the White House, leading to much joy among the left. In this exuberance, its tempting to configure your long-term stocks to buy based on the election results.However, that would not be the wisest course of action. Dont get me wrong the transition to Democrats taking control of the executive office is wildly significant. As CNN reported, Biden plans to issue executive actions that will undo outgoing President Trumps policies. Among them, controversial issues such as immigration reform will be top on the list. With such promised large-scale changes, of course it will have an impact on long-term stocks.But its important to not get myopic. Although you might want to direct your long-term stocks toward companies that will largely benefit from Democratic rule and avoid those that perform better under Republican stewardship, Biden probably wont have full control of government. Even if he did, the Democrats cant afford to alienate Americans who did not vote for the former Vice President.InvestorPlace - Stock Market News, Stock Advice & Trading TipsTo be fair to Trumps non-stop accusations of voter fraud, the electoral race was tight. Despite the federal governments poor handling of the novel coronavirus pandemic, Trump still won over several million voters across all demographics, largely due to his economic policy strengths.7 Retail Stocks That Will Benefit From 2020s Holiday Shopping SeasonSo, dont buy into exclusively politically motivated narratives. Instead, for strategic portfolio allocation, consider companies that will do well irrespective of whos in office. Based on large secular trends, these long-term stocks to buy should have an extended pathway to profitability.Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN)Disney (NYSE:DIS)Costco (NASDAQ:COST)PayPal (NASDAQ:PYPL)Ford (NYSE:F)Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA)Brookfield Renewable Partners (NYSE:BEP)Finally, a word of advice thats not financially related. Nothing is as bad as it seems nor is it as great as it seems. Besides, if Biden wants to make his stay in the White House last longer than four years, hes got some compromising to do. Therefore, approach these long-term stocks to buy agnostically.Long-Term Stocks to Buy: Amazon (AMZN)Source: Sundry Photography / Shutterstock.comUnder ordinary circumstances, the concept of Amazon being a leading candidate among long-term stocks to buy is almost sacrosanct. For one thing, you can look at the incredible resilience of AMZN stock over the years. Despite many bumps and bruises, against all manners of accusations of antitrust behaviors, the e-commerce giant has continued to forge ahead. Its the disrupter that is often the bane of small businesses, yet its our disrupter.Recently, though, Amazons status as the pinnacle of capitalistic success has put it in hot water. Sure, the companys CEO Jeff Bezos may have clashed with President Trump. Its no secret who Bezos supports. But just because Biden is in office doesnt mean its clear skies ahead for AMZN stock. No, Biden must answer to the Democrats. Traditionally, the left has championed workers causes, including unionization, which isnt favorable to Amazon.com.So, does that mean investors should axe Amazon from their list of long-term stocks to buy? Not at all. Indeed, when you look at the growing prominence of e-commerce, Amazon plays a pivotal role. No matter whos calling the shots, AMZN will remain a force to be reckoned with.Disney (DIS)Source: chrisdorney.Shutterstock.comAlthough the cruise ship and airliner industries arguably represent the face of suffering from the novel coronavirus, Disney has been one of the most deeply impacted names among long-term stocks. After all, people travel from all over the world to attend its vast theme park empire. In addition, the disruption to Hollywood hurt Disneys pocket badly, making DIS stock a questionable investment.Therefore, its no surprise that encouraging developments from Pfizer (NYSE:PFE) and Novavax (NASDAQ:NVAX) on the coronavirus vaccine front gave the Magic Kingdom a much-needed boost. Should a vaccine provide a viable solution, high-contact businesses could once again flourish, particularly from pent-up demand. Further, the return of theme parks is going to be vital for many local economies as Disney was forced to lay off tens of thousands of employees.But should the coronavirus worsen or an even scarier proposition, another pandemic arises in the near future Disney has unlocked the key to its potential success. From the companys Star Wars franchise was derived The Mandalorian, which has been a runaway success. But not many lay observers know that the production team filmed half the scenes in an ultra-advanced semicircular LED-based studio, which allows for real-time visualization thats far superior to greenscreen technology.7 Battery Stocks That Hold the Keys to Next-Gen InnovationsIn addition to the actors benefit, this LED system allows Disney to film in its own cocoon, sheltered from the outside world. That means the company can produce content even during a severe pandemic, which is a huge catalyst for DIS stock.Costco (COST)Source: ilzesgimene / Shutterstock.comDuring the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, millions of Americans rushed to their local Costco stores to pile up on the essentials. Cynically, the demand was great for the warehouse retailer on one hand because the company experienced Black Friday-like crowds every day. Of course, not all Costco members abided by the mitigation protocols, which made for interesting viewing on social media.Now, the U.S. is again making Covid-19-related headlines for all the wrong reasons. Recently, data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicated that on Nov. 6, new daily infections hit just under 133,000 cases. At time of writing, the seven-day moving average has breached the 100,000 case level. That is simply wild, which suggests that we could see greater demand for COST stock.However, Im not interested in Costco simply as a play on the pandemic. While the numbers look bad, there is an argument to be made that people are getting used to the crisis. Further, with Biden at the White House, its possible that more folks will take the health crisis seriously.No, my interest in COST stock is that the underlying company caters to the well off. If we have a K-shaped recovery, this is one of the names that should belong in your list of long-term stocks to buy.PayPal (PYPL)Source: JHVEPhoto / Shutterstock.comAnother company among long-term stocks that has direct exposure to the Covid-19 pandemic, PayPal has seen its profile rise as people added one more reason to avoid cash: potentially, handling physical money could result in higher risk for coronavirus transmission. To be clear, we dont know precisely how long the coronavirus sticks to surfaces such as paper money.However, this is more of a common-sense approach. Cash is germ friendly so unless were Scrooge McDuck, we shouldnt be handling it too often. Still, this is just a one-dimensional factor for PYPL stock.I say this because whether were dealing with a pandemic or not, society is increasingly becoming cashless. Sure, there is the odd cash-only business that is still viable, such as your neighborhood pizzeria. But with digitalization comes multiple contactless payment options. At a certain point, youd imagine that such business luddites will eventually go out of business if they dont adapt.10 Cheap Stocks to Buy in November Under $10Further, PYPL stock is a compelling opportunity because of how the underlying company addresses the unbanked and underbanked communities. Lack of access to the financial system is a detriment to our connected ecosystem. Thus, PayPal is doing some social good by helping to even the playing field.Ford (F)Source: Proxima Studio / Shutterstock.comPrior to the election when the opinion polls showed Biden having a consistent lead over President Trump, many investors had the same idea regarding long-term stocks to buy: pivot to companies that have strong clean energy implications. For many, that meant piling into electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA). To be sure, TSLA has absolutely dominated the markets. But in my view, this dominance also leaves the door open for Ford.True, American car companies have been languishing for years. However, Ford made a strong push to EVs with the Mustang Mach-E. Granted, automotive enthusiasts didnt care for an SUV wearing the iconic Mustang badge. Still, demographic and consumer trends indicated that two-door pony cars were on their last legs. For F stock, the electric SUV just made business sense.Over the long run, I believe Ford can capture significant market share from Tesla. After all, Ford is a car company first. Theyve been in the business for a long time and understand what motivates the automotive market. Further, the Ford dealership and service center empire is vast, providing superior support for customers. If you love contrarian thinking, you may want to give F stock a good look.Nvidia (NVDA)Source: Steve Lagreca / Shutterstock.comOne of the true no-brainer investments among long-term stocks, Nvidia offers extensive exposure to relevant markets. First and foremost, the company is renowned for its advanced graphics processors, powering some of the most groundbreaking video game systems.For those that are not familiar with the industry, video games have transitioned from niche consumer segment into a mainstream giant. As the coronavirus disruption demonstrated, games are no longer just for entertainment purposes. For example, racing simulators help Formula 1 drivers acclimate to tracks with which theyre not familiar. That has been even more crucial this year due to global shutdowns of live sporting events.Additionally, Nvidia powers the future through various artificial intelligence and deep learning technologies. An area of increasing competitiveness is autonomous driving. With so many players, its difficult to know which one will emerge victorious. But the underlying platforms will require advanced processors, which should boost demand for NVDA stock.7 Penny Stocks That Are Ready to Take OffFinally, connectivity solutions will pave the way for smart city infrastructures. Again, Nvidia finds itself as one of the leaders in this space, a market which will likely only grow in importance. Therefore, if youre not worried about day-to-day price swings, keep NVDA stock in your drawer.Brookfield Renewable Partners (BEP)Source: IgorGolovniov / Shutterstock.comJoe Biden is hardly what you would call a perfect candidate. Although he has proven himself to be mentally fit, at his age, cobwebs have inevitably developed. And theyve come out at some inopportune times. For instance, during the second and last presidential debate, President Trump hit him hard on his confused stance on fracking and other environmental issues.Nevertheless, as I mentioned earlier, Biden must answer to the Democrats. Consistently, the party has pushed issues such as addressing climate change. Therefore, one of the logical long-term stocks to buy is Brookfield Renewable Partners. Clearly, Biden would not be popular within his own party if he broke rank and decided to go all fossil fuel on everybody.Not surprisingly, BEP stock has put on a tremendous performance this year, gaining nearly 58% year-to-date. Further, the raging wildfires we suffered this year raises the importance of sustainability, which should bolster Brookfield.But I dont see BEP stock as being a catalyst levered exclusively to Democrats. The reality is that younger people care deeply about the environment. Therefore, the next generation of Republican leaders cant afford to alienate whole swathes of voters. Ultimately, thats great news for Brookfield and other sustainability oriented companies.On the date of publication, Josh Enomoto held a long position in F stock.A former senior business analyst for Sony Electronics, Josh Enomoto has helped broker major contracts with Fortune Global 500 companies. Over the past several years, he has delivered unique, critical insights for the investment markets, as well as various other industries including legal, construction management, and healthcare.More From InvestorPlaceWhy Everyone Is Investing in 5G All WRONGTop Stock Picker Reveals His Next 1,000% WinnerRadical New Battery Could Dismantle Oil MarketsThe post 7 Long-Term Stocks to Buy with the Election Behind Us appeared first on InvestorPlace.

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When Tenino Middle School Principal John Neal took over in 2016 the school was performing below the state average and was designated by OSPI as a focus school. Neal said he was determined to improve the school.

Neal and Tenino Middle School Assistant Principal Teresa Jackson wanted to provide students with a more impactful learning experience and improve the school overall so they presented the AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) program to the school board as the engine for instructional improvement, Neal said.

My goal was to transform instruction, systems, and expectations at TMS to reflect our goal of becoming one of the best schools in the state, Neal said.

In 2017, the school board voted to invest in the AVID program and teachers began learning new teaching techniques and ways to keeps students engaged and excited about learning. Neal said that AVID is an international framework, originally designed to help at-risk students get to college but it shifted to being a framework around schoolwide instruction.

We were really excited when the school board was able to sponsor this because its not cheap, but its really rewarding to see the investment pay off. Its something that the district recognizes is important, Neal said.

There are 362 sites in Washington state that are AVID schools and Tenino Middle School was one of 12 to receive the honor of being named a Site of Distinction this year.

Its a pretty big deal. Weve been an AVID school for three years and we first had to work to become certified and then to be labeled as a site of distinction in only three years its a pretty cool thing for us and its something that we used to really turn our school around, Neal said.

Neal said that some of the top qualities the AVID program provides the schools are college and career readiness, academic language for teachers, and overall organizational skills. The AVID program provides common instructional strategies built around WICOR (Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, and Reading) which have been implemented schoolwide.

We saw the need here for something that would really push our teachers to be the best that they can be and luckily with our results here it migrated to the high school and we would be starting at the elementary school this year if it werent for COVID, Neal said.

Neal said that they are now losing fewer students to neighboring districts and have been focusing on shifting the negative perceptions around Tenino schools. He said that the school now has higher expectations for students and makes sure teachers are providing the needed support.

Were proud of that because it wasnt always that way, he said.

The staff attends a four-day AVID training during the summer to learn how to implement effective teaching strategies in the classroom. A representative from AVID does a walk-through of the school twice a year to assess how well the program is working and a group of Tenino Middle School teachers conduct a walkthrough of all of the classrooms once a month to make sure everyone is on track.

Weve received so much positive feedback from the AVID team and to couple that with the improved results of our standardized testing its just a different school and thats what we set out to do. Its remarkable how fast we were able to do it, Neal said.

Jackson said that she has seen a shift in the way students view the possibilities after graduation since implementing the AVID program. She said the middle schoolers have had the chance to visit colleges in the region including the University of Washington and the University of Oregon.

A lot of them havent ever left Tenino. We took them to Olympia and a lot of them had never seen the Capitol building. Theyre having a lot of ah-ha moments, Jackson said. Students really have a sense of accomplishment and pride.

Looking toward the future, Neal said the school will continue working to implement district-wide language about what effective instruction looks like and work toward being recognized as a Site of Distinction on a national level. For now, Jackson and Neal said they are waiting to receive the AVID School of Distinction banner to display their accomplishment to students, staff and the community.

In small towns, theres a large sense of pride around schools because this is who we are and its something that, traditionally a lot of that focus is around sports and athletics. This gives us something to really latch onto around the academic piece of school and be proud of, Neal said.

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