Category Archives: Civil Rights

Title VI: In Pursuit of Equity in Education

Posted on August 2, 2012 by Russlynn Ali

Last Monday, we had the opportunity to spend the morning with an impressive group of high school students from New York and Washington, DC. These students came together to learn more about Title VI of the Civil Rights Act and … Continue reading →

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Shooting Hoops to Celebrate Title IX

Posted on June 22, 2012 by Cameron Brenchley

Secretary Duncan and his family joined Interior Secretary Ken Salazar, Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius, U.N. Ambassador Susan Rice, members from the women’s basketball teams of Georgetown, George Washington and Howard universities, current and former WNBA players, and … Continue reading →

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Duncan Enlists Sharpton’s Civil Rights Network in Education Reform

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Guest Blogger

“You are all partners and allies in reforming public education,” Secretary Arne Duncan said last week at the National Action Network’s 14th Annual Convention in Washington. “An excellent education for very child is a moral and civic imperative, as well … Continue reading →

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Back-to-School Bus Heads to the Great Lakes

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Cameron Brenchley

During last week’s #AskArne Twitter Town Hall, Sarah, a third grade teacher, asked if it is possible for Arne to “tour and sponsor real town halls with educators.” This week, ED announced that Secretary Duncan and his senior staff will … Continue reading →

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Ensuring Technology Is Accessible for All Students

Posted on June 3, 2011 by Russlynn Ali

Schools across the country are taking steps to improve their learning models to include emerging technologies that our nation’s young people so heavily use.  The U.S. Department of Education recognizes that this initiative will better prepare students for success in … Continue reading →

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Strengthening Our Response to Sexual Assault in Schools and on College Campuses

Posted on April 4, 2011 by Cameron Brenchley

“When it comes to sexual abuse, it is quite simple: no means no,” said Vice President Biden at an event earlier today at the University of New Hampshire.  Secretary Duncan joined the Vice President on the campus of UNH to … Continue reading →

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