Higher education decisions—such as whether to pursue a degree, which type, and at which institution— have lasting impacts on students and their futures. Unfortunately, too many students and families struggle…
The Obama Administration today announced that 61 higher education institutions and systems have committed to take the Fair Chance Higher Education Pledge, joining the 25 signatories that took the pledge…
Today, the U.S. Department of Education (the Department) released proposed regulations to implement the requirement in Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), as recently revised by…
Getting a higher education is one of the most important investments students can make for themselves, and it is best way to ensure a strong middle class. Since the start…
“A high-quality early education can unlock the potential in every child and ensure that all children start kindergarten prepared for success. Because of historic investments from the Obama Administration, states…
Preschool is a critical means of expanding educational equity and opportunity by giving every child a strong start. Studies show that attending high-quality early education can result in children building…
Statement by U.S. Secretary of Education John B. King Jr.:“It is extraordinary and inspiring that 30 communities across the country are participating in the My Brother’s Keeper Success Mentor program.…
Statement by U.S. Secretary of Education John B. King Jr.: “The number of children ages 5 to 17 in the U.S. who speak a language other than English at home…
Earning a college degree is an increasingly important step towards entering the middle class. Yet less than 10 percent of children born in the bottom quartile of household incomes attain…
Higher education continues to be the single most important investment students can make in themselves and the surest engine to enter the middle class. Since President Obama took office, he…