What You Need to Know About President Obama’s Plan to Provide High-Quality Early Education for AllChildrenThe beginning years of a child’s life are critical for building the early foundation needed for success later in school and in life. Leading economists agree that high-quality early learning programs can help level the playing field for children from lower-income families on vocabulary, social and emotional development, while helping students to stay on track and stay engaged in the early elementary grades. Children who attend these programs are more likely to do well in school, find good jobs, and succeed in their careers than those who don’t.
Obama Administration Launches College ScorecardFollowing the State of the Union, the Administration released an interactive “College Scorecard” that empowers families to make smart investments in higher education. As the President said in his State of the Union Address, we want to help families get the most bang for their educational buck.
The College Scorecard – part of President Obama’s continued efforts to hold colleges accountable for cost, value and quality – highlights key indicators about the cost and value of institutions across the country to help students choose a school that is well-suited to meet their needs, priced affordably, and is consistent with their educational and career goals.
Open for Questions: The State of the Union and Education
Last week, Secretary of Education Arne Duncan sat down to answer questions about President Obama’s State of the Union Address and what it means for education.
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