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Teachers support evaluations based on multiple measures: student growth, classroom observation and feedback from peers and parents.

From Arne Duncan

I think every student needs access to technology, and I think technology can be a hugely important vehicle to help level the playing field.

From Arne Duncan

A postsecondary education is the ticket to economic success in America.

From Arne Duncan

I worry when athletes are simply used by their universities to produce revenue, to make money for them, nothing to show at the back end. I grew up with a lot of players who had very, very tough lives after the ball started bouncing for them. And that's why I'm going to continue to fight.

From Arne Duncan

We've seen more reform in the last year than we've seen in decades, and we haven't spent a dime yet. It's staggering how the Recovery Act is driving change.

From Arne Duncan

There was nothing more important I could do than be supportive as a dad.

From Arne Duncan

Young people know how important it is for dads to be involved in their lives. As I travel the country and talk with students, some of them tell me that their lives would be totally different if their father was around.

From Arne Duncan

Almost 24 million children - one in three - are likely growing up without their father involved in their lives.

From Arne Duncan

Research shows that children do better in school and are less likely to drop out when fathers are involved. Engaged parents can strengthen communities, mentor and tutor students, and demonstrate through their actions how much they value their children's education.

From Arne Duncan

Whether it's in an inner-city school or a rural community, I want those students to have a chance to take A.P. biology and A.P. physics and marine biology.

From Arne Duncan

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