Conference on Keeping Schools Safe and Drug-Free
Keeping schools safe, healthy, and drug-free is the focus of an ED conference August 2-4 in Washington, D.C.07.25.07
Statement on Center on Education Policy Report
In response to the Center on Education Policy report on curriculum, Secretary Spellings made the following statement: While the report is certainly interesting, its scope is too limited to draw broad conclusions and similar studies point toward different findings.New — Colorin Colorado
provides activities and information for parents and teachers who are helping Spanish-speaking children learn to read in English. Find activities to help children learn about sounds, letters, and words. Use a variety of materials and tips to help children develop skills in reading. (Available in English and Spanish.) (Colorin Colorado, Department of Education)New — Exploring the Moon
is a teacher's guide for learning about lunar geology and regolith (loose material on the moon's surface), distance to the moon, Apollo landing sites, and life support systems. Lessons focus on calculating the distance between scale models of earth and the moon, designing a spacecraft for travel to and from the moon, the locations and geology of the six Apollo landing sites, and calculating the diameter of the moon using proportions. (National Aeronautics and Space Administration)07.24.07
Secretary and First Lady Announce Grants to Libraries in Low-Income Schools
Secretary Spellings joined Mrs. Laura Bush to announce nearly $19 million in federal funds to enhance libraries in 78 low-income school districts across the U.S.Secretary’s Statement Following Congressional Black Caucus Education Summit
After participating in the Congressional Black Caucus Education Summit, Secretary Spellings issued a statement, saying "As we move forward with reauthorization of No Child Left Behind, we must remain vigilant against provisions that water down the ability of poor and minority students and ensure their progress toward grade-level success."07.23.07
Spellings Highlights Math and Science at Meeting with Teachers
Secretary Spellings spoke at a national town hall meeting with elementary school teachers from across the country about the growing importance of math and science skills.07.19.07
Technology
Learn how a car company is experimenting with nanotechnology in the quest for environmentally friendly vehicles, how a museum exhibit (created by an artist and a scientist) helps get the word out about the implications of nanotechnology for health care and other fields, and how GPS chips in some cell phones let businesses track delivery drivers and parents keep track of kids. (Online NewsHour, National Science Foundation)07.17.07
New — Search for Ancestors
looks at the history of the double helix, the science behind DNA test kits for people who want to learn more about their ancestry, an interactive map of human migration over 200,000 years, DNA analysis tracing African-American lineage, and how mutations found in DNA can unlock the past. (Online NewsHour, National Science Foundation)New — Technology
reports on how a car company is experimenting with nanotechnology in the quest for environmentally friendly vehicles, how a museum exhibit (created by an artist and a scientist) helps get the word out about the implications of nanotechnology for health care and other fields, and how GPS chips in some cell phones let businesses track delivery drivers and parents keep track of kids. (Online NewsHour, National Science Foundation)07.13.07
Statement on No Child Left Behind Act of 2007
"The NCLB Act of 2007 strikes a strong balance between preserving the fundamental accountability that is helping students improve, and responding to legitimate concerns raised by parents and educators," Secretary Spellings said in response to the introduction in the Senate of the No Child Left Behind Act of 2007.Statement on Center for Education Policy Report
"The Center for Education Policy's report adds to overwhelming evidence that Reading First is working," Secretary Spellings said in a statement.07.12.07
Language Instruction for English Learners in Elementary Grades
This ED practice guide is designed for school district administrators seeking to improve language instruction for English learners in the elementary grades.07.11.07
Statement on College Cost Reduction Act
Secretary Spellings issued a statement in support of the White House's Statement of Administration Policy (SAP) on the U.S. House of Representatives College Cost Reduction Act of 2007. In the SAP, senior advisors recommend that the President veto the bill in its current form.Low-Interest Loans to HBCUs in New Orleans
ED announced recent loans totaling nearly $400 million to four historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) affected by Hurricane Katrina -- Dillard University, Xavier University, Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) and Tougaloo College.Simon’s Remarks at Charter Schools Graduation
Deputy Secretary Raymond Simon highlighted the efforts of charter schools to empower parents and improve access to quality education for all students during a visit to Brighter Choice Charter Schools in Albany, N.Y., where he gave the keynote address at the 4th grade commencement ceremony.07.10.07
Spellings Speaks at Western Hemisphere Conference
Secretary Spellings spoke at the Western Hemisphere Conference in Washington, D.C.07.05.07
Spellings Approves Additional Growth Model Pilots
Secretary Spellings announced approval of two high-quality growth models, which follow the bright-line principles of No Child Left Behind. Alaska and Arizona are immediately approved to use the growth model for the 2006-2007 school year.07.03.07
Professional Development Grants to Improve Indian Education
Professional development programs in six colleges and universities have been awarded $2.9 million to provide training programs to recruit and graduate new American Indian teachers and school administrators.Grants to 13 States for Longitudinal Data Systems
ED's Institute of Education Sciences has awarded a total of $62.2 million in grants to 13 state education departments for the design and implementation of statewide longitudinal data systems.Grants for Alaskan Education Programs
Secretary Spellings announced the award of $3,514,590 in grants to eight Alaska organizations to help them support the unique educational needs of Alaska Native children and adults.07.02.07
Grants to Recruit, Prepare, and Support New Teachers
ED has awarded $22.1 million for 41 grants through the Transition to Teaching program to increase the pool of qualified teachers in high-need schools in high-need districts by recruiting non-traditional teacher candidates, preparing them through alternative routes to certification, and increasing retention through strong mentoring programs.
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