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Education secretary: Early childhood programs key to state, nation
Investing in early childhood development reduces the dropout rate, teen pregnancy and prison costs while producing a better-educated workforce, U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan said Tuesday.
State fares poorly in federal report on disparities in nation’s schools
Arizona’s public schools do not fare well when it comes to access to experienced and certified teachers or to advanced math and science classes, according to new data from the U.S. Department of Education.
Arizona a finalist for ‘Race to the Top’ school grant
Arizona was named among the finalists Tuesday in the second round of the federal "Race to the Top" school reform grant competition, giving the state a chance to receive a share of $3.4 billion.
U.S. education secretary: Administration committed to helping rural schools
CASA GRANDE - The Obama administration is committed to improving the performance of rural schools, the U.S. secretary of education said Oct. 19. "There is significant underinvestment in rural communities, and we would like to right that balance," Arne Duncan told educators from eight counties.
