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George W. Bush

Federal News in Brief A Believer Still, Bush Stands Tall On NCLB Law
The law he championed has been replaced, but former President George W. Bush sees reasons to stand up for the No Child Left Behind Act.
Sean Cavanagh, April 23, 2018
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There are sharply differing views on how much impact President Donald Trump and Education Secretary Betsy DeVos had on K-12 during his first year.
Carolyn Kaster/AP-File
Federal Year-One Presidential Scorecards on K-12
Here's some highlights of President Donald Trump's impact on education in his first year—and a look at what his five predecessors did.
Alyson Klein, January 17, 2018
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President-elect Donald Trump and Betsy DeVos pose for photographs at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster clubhouse in Bedminster, N.J., on Nov. 19, 2016. 
<i>President-elect Donald Trump and Betsy DeVos pose for photographs at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster clubhouse in Bedminster, N.J., on Nov. 19, 2016. </i>
Carolyn Kaster/AP-File
Federal Year One Check-In: What's Trump Done on K-12 Compared to Other Presidents?
President Donald Trump doesn't seem to have gotten as much accomplished on K-12 as his recent predecessors.
Alyson Klein, January 15, 2018
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President Donald Trump listens as U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos speaks during a meeting with parents and teachers at the White House Feb. 14. The event, which included a mix of public, private, and home-school parents and educators, was the first joint appearance for Trump and DeVos since she was sworn in after a bruising confirmation process.
President Donald Trump listens as U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos speaks during a meeting with parents and teachers at the White House Feb. 14. The event, which included a mix of public, private, and home-school parents and educators, was the first joint appearance for Trump and DeVos since she was sworn in after a bruising confirmation process.
Evan Vucci/AP
Federal Trump's First 100 Days: How Does He Stack Up to Obama, Bush on K-12?
President Donald Trump has made some notable moves on K-12, but his early days look different than those of his two immediate predecessors.
Andrew Ujifusa, April 24, 2017
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Former President George W. Bush visits patients at a clinic in Zambia to promote the Bush Institute’s cancer-fighting initiative, Pink Ribbon Red Ribbon. The clinic, which offers cervical and breast cancer screening, was refurbished with the foundation’s assistance.
Former President George W. Bush visits patients at a clinic in Zambia to promote the Bush Institute’s cancer-fighting initiative, Pink Ribbon Red Ribbon. The clinic, which offers cervical and breast cancer screening, was refurbished with the foundation’s assistance.
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School & District Management George W. Bush's Think Tank Advances Education Policy Agenda
The former president has promoted a robust set of policy ideas in the last few years using his Dallas-based think tank, the Bush Institute.
Tom Benning, The Dallas Morning News (MCT), July 19, 2012
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Federal George W. Bush Institute Examines NCLB Waivers
Transitions and turnaround schools in state waiver plans raised eyebrows over at the George W. Bush Institute.
Alyson Klein, June 28, 2012
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School & District Management News in Brief New Bush Institute Initiative Takes on Middle 69´«Ã½
The George W. Bush Institute has unveiled a new education initiative that focuses on improving middle schools.
Erik W. Robelen, February 22, 2011
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69´«Ã½ & Literacy Bush Institute Tackles Middle School Learning
The institute will select 10-15 schools later this year to participate in the project, dubbed Middle School Matters.
Erik W. Robelen, February 9, 2011
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President George W. Bush collects letters from students at General Philip Kearny School in Philadelphia on Jan. 8, the seventh anniversary of the No Child Left Behind Act.
President George W. Bush collects letters from students at General Philip Kearny School in Philadelphia on Jan. 8, the seventh anniversary of the No Child Left Behind Act.
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Federal As Bush, Spellings Exit, They Put Last Signatures on No Child Left Behind
Outgoing Secretary Spellings approves more states for flexibility and tells each state where it stands under the federal education law.
David J. Hoff, January 21, 2009
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President George W. Bush collects letters from students during a visit to the General Philip Kearny School in Philadelphia on Jan. 8, to mark the anniversary of the No Child Left Behind law.
President George W. Bush collects letters from students during a visit to the General Philip Kearny School in Philadelphia on Jan. 8, to mark the anniversary of the No Child Left Behind law.
J. Scott Applewhite/AP
Federal Bush Calls for Resolve on NCLB Renewal
President George W. Bush acknowledged criticism of the law, but called to continue to hold schools accountable for students’ progress.
Alyson Klein, January 8, 2009
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President Bush speaks about "No Child Left Behind" at Waldo C. Falkener Elementary School in Greensboro, N.C., on Oct. 18, 2006.
President Bush speaks about "No Child Left Behind" at Waldo C. Falkener Elementary School in Greensboro, N.C., on Oct. 18, 2006.
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Federal Bush Impact on 69´«Ã½ to Outlive Term
NCLB is Bush’s top domestic legacy. The president pressed for the school accountability law from the beginning.
David J. Hoff, December 8, 2008
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Law & Courts Federal File Kennedy Faults Bush Justice Dept.
Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, D-Mass., has published an article criticizing the Department of Justice’s civil rights division, including its oversight of school desegregation cases and other education issues.
Mark Walsh, October 7, 2008
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Federal Democrats Aim to Resist Bush Budget
The outcome of this year’s budget showdown could hinge on the November election, not on a compromise between the White House and Capitol Hill.
Alyson Klein, February 7, 2008
9 min read
School Choice & Charters Bush’s Latest ‘Voucher’ Idea May Face Same Fate as Others
The ‘Pell Grant for Kids’ plan is being criticized by lawmakers on both sides of the aisle.
Alyson Klein, February 5, 2008
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