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September 28, 2010

An analysis of Colorado's failed Race to the Top application

Nancy Mitchell:

Colorado's failed bid for $175 million in federal Race to the Top funding was hampered by concern about the state's flat achievement data and fear that union opposition would prevent the spread of reform.

Evaluators also docked points for what they describe as the state's vague plans to ensure effective teachers and principals are in the neediest schools.

U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan on Tuesday announced winners of the federal grant competition, awarding nearly $3.4 billion to nine states and the District of Columbia. Colorado placed 17th out of 19 applicants for Round 2 of the Race to the Top; the state also was a finalist, but not a winner, in Round 1 of the contest earlier this year.

Posted by jimz at September 28, 2010 4:32 AM
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