EDUCATION
“If we want America to lead in the 21st century, nothing is more important than giving everyone the best education possible — from the day they start preschool to the day they start their career.”
Education
To prepare Americans for the jobs of the future and help restore middle-class security, we have to out-educate the world and that starts with a strong school system.
Making College More Affordable
President Obama has expanded support to help more students afford college, while calling for a shared responsibility in tackling rising costs
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Preparing our Kids for Success
Educating every American student to graduate from high school prepared for college and for a career is a national imperative.
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Higher Education
Higher education is not a luxury. Earning a post-secondary degree or credential is a prerequisite for 21st century jobs, and one that everyone should be able to afford.
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Supporting Great Teachers
We need great educators to teach our children the math and science skills that will enable them to compete for jobs in
the future.
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Helping Early Learners
A child’s first years offer a critically important window of opportunity to develop skills that determine their success.
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