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Other States in Race to the Top, Part 2
October 1st, 2009
Louisiana is often talked about as a front runner in the Race to the Top grant competition. Here’s why. In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, the state implemented the Recover School District (RSD) to turnaround the state’s lowest performing schools. Today, the RSD oversees 112 schools and has implemented a number of reforms to...VIEW ARTICLE
Other States Enter the Race to the Top
September 25th, 2009
With $4+ Billion dollars in federal Race to the Top (RTTT) grants at stake, it’s no wonder that cash-strapped states are looking for ways to set themselves apart to win this race. While each state has its own strengths and weaknesses, some have already been recognized for being out in front. Colorado is widely seen to be a...VIEW ARTICLE
Open Letter to Secretary Duncan
September 2nd, 2009
Last month, I wrote a letter to Secretary Arne Duncan expressing support for the U.S. Department of Education's ambitious education reform agenda. With respect to the $4.35 billion Race to the Top grant fund, I encouraged Secretary Duncan to award funds to only the most aggressive states, as has been the intention since the competition was...VIEW ARTICLE