Education Secretary Says New Initiative Isn't About The Money

U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan says the current administration's "Race to the Top" education program "isn't about the money." (0:39)
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New Education Department Initiative Will Help Teachers Touch Lives

Education Secretary Arne Duncan says that his department is trying to make a positive difference in the way teachers influence the lives of their students. He says his department's new Race to the Top educational reform competition will allow this to happen. (0:16)
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Education Secretary Says Competition Will Highlight Effective Schools

Education Secretary Arne Duncan says the Race to the Top education reform competition is about recognizing excellence in educational improvements in the states. He says teachers "don't go into education to make a million dollars," and that the program is intended to highlight those school systems that are making a difference. (0:21)
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Secretary of Education Calls For More College Graduates

U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan says that colleges should focus more on making sure students leave with degrees. (0:41)
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Education Sec. Optimisitc About Education Reform

Education Secretary Arne Duncan said today that he is optimistic about Education reform, despite the focus that has been payed to health care reform. (0:17)
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Duncan Criticizes "No Child Left Behind"

By Michael Combier-Talk Radio News Service

Education Secretary Arne Duncan tells how the program "No Child Left Behind" was very loose on goals and that the new policies will rise the bar of education by giving more autonomy to states and districts. (0:36)
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Duncan: Crisis Should Not Affect Students' Dreams

By Michael Combier-Talk Radio News Service

Education Secretary Arne Duncan tells high school students that even if their parents lose their jobs or face a 30 or 40% pay-cut, their college education is secured and that the money will be available to them. (1:00)
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