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Sixth Grader Advocates for School Supplies – President Obama Responds
It’s no secret that schools around the country are facing deep budget cuts, often resulting in layoffs of staff and teachers and putting the burden on teachers to purchase much-needed supplies for their classrooms. The lack of school supplies caused … Continue reading
Increasing Educational Productivity: Innovative Approaches & Best Practices
Expectations for students and school systems continue to rise while many states face the toughest financial challenges of recent history. These dual realities mean that policy makers and practitioners must do more with the resources they have during these difficult … Continue reading
Secretary Duncan on Real Advice and Elevating the Teaching Profession
Secretary Duncan recently sat down to answer a couple of questions received on his Facebook page. He responds to a question about what ED is doing to provide real advice in these tough economic times. The Secretary states that “given … Continue reading
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Helping States Address Budget Pressures
Across the country, governments at every level are facing enormous financial pressures. Many school districts are facing layoffs, reductions in state funding, and massive budget deficits. Secretary Duncan calls these challenging financial times “The New Normal,” and to assist states, … Continue reading
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