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September 25, 2009 Federal 'Race to the Top' money could be used to realign the school system, write Theodore Hershberg and Claire Robertson-Kraft.

Turnaround Schools That Work

September 2, 2009 "An exclusive focus on changing the principal and teachers misses two-thirds of the larger school community, which also includes students and parents," writes Richard D. Kahlenberg.

'Race to the Top' Lessons From New Orleans

August 28, 2009 "It does not require a natural disaster to enact reforms like those under way in New Orleans," write Paul G. Vallas and Leslie R. Jacobs.

Branding Education, Government-Style

August 3, 2009 Shawn Maureen Powers examines titles and catchphrases from federal education efforts, and what their development means for our current approach to school reform.

Secretary Duncan: Use New School Money on Something New

July 29, 2009 “Putting more resources into technology and for-profit consultants provides jobs and lets politicians feel they are helping schools, but it doesn’t improve student learning,” write Gary W. Ritter and Robert Maranto.

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Stimulus Reporting Advances

October 15, 2009 Tracking how every dollar of education aid gets used—as detailed in the first reports slated to go public Oct. 30—is a tall order.

States Stung by Criticism on Use of Federal Aid

October 12, 2009 Singled out by the Education Department’s inspector general, states defend use of the money for plugging budget holes rather than reform.

Guidance Issued for Technology Funds in Stimulus

August 12, 2009 Focus on competitive grants could spur innovation in using technology in schools, experts say.

Proposal Sets Out 'i3' Rules

October 6, 2009 Districts and nonprofits seeking $650 million in stimulus aid would have to show evidence backing their proposals—and line up matching donors.

Stimulus Seeks Enriched Tests

August 12, 2009 Race to the Top money could serve as a down payment for scaling up tests that would better measure critical thinking, experts say.

Demand Soars for Stimulus-Backed Facilities Bonds

September 29, 2009 School districts left out of the loop for direct funding are lining up for some of at least $24 billion in construction bonds backed by the program.

Latest Challenge in 'Race to Top': Find Review Team for Applicants

September 23, 2009 Education Department officials are looking for candidates with expertise, but will weigh conflict-of-interest issues.

Expected Turnaround Aid Has Districts Eager, Wary

September 16, 2009 As the Education Department readies billions of dollars in Title I cash to transform low-performing schools, some question how much change will actually take place.

Proposed 'Race to Top' Rules Seen as Prescriptive

September 2, 2009 In formal comments, many states, school districts, and unions appear wary of a tight federal leash on the $4 billion in competitive stimulus grants.

Rural Areas Perceive Policy Tilt

September 2, 2009 Some see a policy tilt at the U.S. Department of Education, though federal officials vow to be balanced.

California Actions on 'Race to Top' Scrutinized

September 2, 2009 A special legislative session will weigh significant state policy changes in response to proposed requirements for the federal grants.

Tight Leash Likely On Turnaround Aid

August 26, 2009 School closures, staff firings, and other dramatic steps would be the ticket to a share of $3.5 billion in new Title I aid.

NEA at Odds With Obama Team Over 'Race to the Top' Criteria

August 25, 2009 The union says it cannot support core pieces of the Race to the Top Fund, such as the linking of test scores and teacher evaluation.

Duncan Sets Bar On Fund

August 20, 2009 Schools, districts, and nonprofits could get up to $50 million each under the stimulus program’s $650 million "i3 Fund."

Hurdles Ahead in 'Race to Top'

August 13, 2009 States face hundreds of hours of paperwork in competing for $4 billion in stimulus funds, when staff and budgets are already stretched.

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Featured Blog Posts

Education Department to Host ‘Race to the Top’ Meeting on Assessing ELLs
Learning the Language, Oct. 23, 2009

Does Merit Pay Make Sense?
Bridging Differences, Oct. 20, 2009

How Big Is the Stimulus Funding Cliff?
Campaign K-12, Oct. 19, 2009

Double Standards for Accountability?
Living-in-Dialogue, Oct. 15, 2009

Stimulus Funding Cliff Is a Reality
Living-in-Dialogue, Oct. 15, 2009

Duncan to Calif.: Don't Count Your Race to the Top Funds Yet
Campaign K-12, Oct. 13, 2009

National Academies' Board on Testing Offers Caution on RTT Rules
Inside School Research, Oct. 7, 2009

Innovation Grants: Prepare to Show Evidence and Matching Funds
Politics K-12, Oct. 6, 2009

Prepare to Show Evidence and Matching Funds
Politics K-12, Oct. 6, 2009

IES Plans Major Study of Stimulus Spending
Inside School Research, Oct. 2, 2009

Race to the Top Grants: Not Just a K-12 Thing?
Politics K-12, Sept. 29, 2009

Survey Asks Districts About Plans to Use Stimulus Funds for ELLs
Learning the Language, Sept. 29, 2009

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The Stimulus and You: How Has Your School/District Been Affected by Stimulus Funds?

Forum Discussion

Now that some federal economic-stimulus funding has made its way to states, how have these funds impacted your school or school district? Do you have the money you need to carry out education reforms, or are you having to put some of your plans on hold? Have jobs been saved in your school/district? What do you think?