The U.S. Department of Education today announced the availability of an estimated $3 million in grants to help Native American youth become college- and career-ready. Funding for the new Native Youth Community Projects is a key step toward implementing President Obama’s commitment to improving the lives of American Indian and Alaskan Native children. The new … Continue reading U.S. Department of Education Announces $3 Million In Grants Available to Help Native Youth
High Schools to Compete for $100 Million in New Race to the Top-Style Contest
Here, from EdWeek. Today, the Obama administration will announce details of a $100 million competition for high schools that better prepare students for college and high-tech careers, U.S. Department of Education officials confirmed this morning. Washington Post also has coverage on this here. The government will award up to 40 grants to allow high schools … Continue reading High Schools to Compete for $100 Million in New Race to the Top-Style Contest