In honor of the holiday season, Ed Money Watch will be on vacation for the next two weeks. We will return with commentary and coverage of education finance issues on Tuesday, January 6th.
Until then, we will leave you with this quote from new Secretary of Education, Arne Duncan:
"Whether it's fighting poverty, strengthening the economy or promoting opportunity, education is the common thread. It is the civil rights issue of our generation and it is the one sure path to a more equal, fair and just society. While there are no simple answers, I know from experience that when you focus on basics like reading and math, when you embrace innovative new approaches to learning, and when you create a professional climate that attracts great teachers -- you can make a difference for children."
Happy Holidays!
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