Category Archives: Photos

Answering the Call of Martin Luther King, Jr. Service Day

Posted on January 20, 2011 by jjohnson

In celebration of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service and in honor of Dr. King’s life and legacy, Secretary Duncan and Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights Russlynn Ali participated Monday in memorial events and community service projects. In … Continue reading →

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Duncan Hears the Success Story of “Fantabulous” Sousa Middle

Posted on January 6, 2011 by jjohnson

U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan met for the first time with a coalition of District of Columbia education leaders and held a panel discussion including parents, teachers, and students at a D.C. middle school that is producing dramatic gains … Continue reading →

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Nebraska Schools Use Niche Tactics to Claim Academic Victories

Posted on December 27, 2010 by jjohnson

Each of Nebraska’s Blue Ribbon Schools has its own strategy for creating a culture of academic excellence. Continue reading →

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Two Rock Elementary ’s Community Is at Heart of School’s Success

Posted on December 15, 2010 by jjohnson

Parent involvement and team teaching help create a strong sense of community at Two Rock Elementary School, where “each student is everyone’s responsibility.” Continue reading →

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Arabic Teacher Supports Duncan at Tomorrow’s Foreign Language Summit

Posted on December 7, 2010 by jjohnson

Teaching Arabic, Chinese, and other critically needed languages is important for national security, world leadership, and a well-rounded education, writes Arabic teacher Steven Berbeco. Continue reading →

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ED Staff Give to Charity, with a Boost from Secretary Duncan

Posted on December 7, 2010 by jjohnson

Like many of their colleagues throughout Federal government, U.S. Department of Education employees are showing their holiday spirit by lending their support to the Combined Federal Campaign, the annual charitable giving drive for employees in the Federal workplace. CFC provides … Continue reading →

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‘No Excuses’ Defines Success at Springfield, Illinois, Schools

Posted on December 7, 2010 by pkickbush

“We don’t use poverty as an excuse for low achievement.” That message was seen and heard during a day of visiting Springfield, IL, schools. Continue reading →

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Duncan, Van Roekel and Hite Discuss Strategies to Turn Around Low-Performing Schools

Posted on December 1, 2010 by jjohnson

Secretary Duncan and NEA President Dennis Van Roekel visited a Prince George’s County school for a roundtable discussion on strategies for turning around low-performing schools. Continue reading →

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Black Educators Share Teachers’ Concerns and Hopes

Posted on November 30, 2010 by jjohnson

Teacher evaluation and student tests were among the themes at the annual conference of the National Alliance of Black School Educators. Continue reading →