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On the recordFebruary 21, 2010
To spur reform and excellence in our schools, the President's Race to the Top competition rewards states that choose to adopt state-developed common standards that build toward college- and career-readiness.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Fact Sheet: Preparing Students for Success in College and the Workforce

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