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Departments of Justice and Education Reach Settlement to Address and Prevent Sexual Assault and Harassment of Students at the University of Montana in Missoula

May 9, 2013 - 2:40pm
The Department of Justice and the Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights obtained a comprehensive resolution agreement today with the University of Montana-Missoula in Missoula, Mont., to ensure that it responds swiftly and effectively to allegations of sexual assault and harassment by students.

U.S. Department of Education Goes "Back to School" as Part of Teacher Appreciation Week

May 9, 2013 - 12:44pm
U.S. Department of Education (ED) officials from across the country went "Back to School" today, shadowing teachers across the country.

Alejandra Ceja Appointed Director of White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanics

May 9, 2013 - 12:13pm
*Editor's Note: A Spanish-language version of this press release is provided below.

Join the Conversation for Change

May 8, 2013 - 11:49am
Members of the public are invited to participate in an online dialogue to examine the impact of existing federal regulations and legislation on the successful transition from school to work of youth and young adults with disabilities. The U.S.

U.S. Department of Education Hosts Google Hangout with African American Educators

May 7, 2013 - 11:17am
Yesterday afternoon, the U.S. Department of Education hosted a Google Hangout—"Celebrating African American Teachers in the Classroom"—at Howard University in Washington, D.C moderated by Tamron Hall of NBC News.

Statement by U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan Recognizing Teacher Appreciation Week, May 6–10, 2013

May 6, 2013 - 12:56pm
U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan issued the following statement today, recognizing Teacher Appreciation Week, May 6–10, 2013.

Statement by U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan Recognizing National Public Service Week, May 5–11, 2013

May 6, 2013 - 11:19am
U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan issued the following statement today, recognizing Public Service Recognition Week, May 5–11, 2013.

141 Students from Across the Country Named 2013 U.S. Presidential Scholars

May 6, 2013 - 11:05am
U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan today announced the 49th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, recognizing 141 high school seniors for their accomplishments in academics or the arts.