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Race to the Top Applications
See the narrative portion of applications submitted by 40 states and DC for Phase 1 of Race to the Top.

ARRA Supporting Over 300,000 Ed Jobs
Recovery Act funding continues to support over 300,000 jobs for teachers, principals, librarians, and counselors.

Budget Signals Bold Changes for ESEA
President Obama's budget signals a new direction for federal K-12 ed policy.

Use of Education Data
A report on schools and districts leading the way in using data to improve instruction and accountability.

2009 in Review
Read this review of the Obama Administration's education efforts in 2009.

Applying for Aid to Go to College?
Watch this video for tips on filling out FAFSA - the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.

Race to the Top: 41 Applications
40 states and the District of Columbia submitted applications to compete in Phase 1 of Race to the Top. President Obama announced plans to expand the program.

Let's Clean Up College Basketball and Football
A few bad actors are tainting college sports. Here are three ideas for protecting college basketball and football from abuses.

In Support of the People of Haiti
"I extend my heartfelt condolences to the people of Haiti," Secretary Duncan said. He expressed hope that ED will be able to "play a role in helping the people of Haiti rebuild their lives and...schools."

King's Vision and Education
On the 81st birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr., Secretary Duncan challenged America to realize King's vision through education.

A Streamlined FAFSA
Dr. Jill Biden joined Secretary Duncan and Senator Jack Reed to showcase the streamlined Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

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