Clark Montessori Junior High and High School "is showing what is possible when teachers and students work together as a community of learners," Secretary Duncan said at the Cincinnati school's commencement.
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Report on Dropouts and Graduates
Findings that 25% of students -- and nearly 40% of black and Hispanic students -- fail to graduate high school on time underscore the need to turn around lowest-performing schools, Secretary Duncan said.
Common Core State Standards
The Common Core State Standards released by governors and chief state school officers are "an important step toward the improvement of quality education nationwide," Secretary Duncan said.
Lift Barriers to Reform
Secretary Duncan spoke to the National Conference of State Legislatures and addressed the critical role legislators play in education reform.
Study on School Crime and Safety
Statement by Attorney General Holder and Secretary Duncan on annual report examining crime in schools.
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