Improving America's Schools

Secretary Riley opened a regional conference on improving U.S. education. He criticized those who continually attack the value of public edu… read more

Secretary Riley opened a regional conference on improving U.S. education. He criticized those who continually attack the value of public education and that public education, both its students and teachers, should be better supported by the federal government so that schools can continue to improve. He focused particularly on the e rate federal program of providing grants to schools. He emphasized fixing failing schools, end social promotion and improve reading achievement. close

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  • Marsha Horton Associate Director Delaware->Education
  • James Kohlmoos Deputy Assistant Secretary Department of Education->Office of Elementary and Secondary Education
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Improving America's Schools

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Program ID:
97132-1
Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Speech
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Dec 17, 1997 | 3:56am EST | C-SPAN 1
Last Aired:
Dec 21, 1997 | 2:58am EST | C-SPAN 2

Airing Details

  • Dec 17, 1997 | 3:56am EST | C-SPAN 1
  • Dec 17, 1997 | 6:55am EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Dec 17, 1997 | 2:13pm EST | C-SPAN 2
  • Dec 19, 1997 | 5:27pm EST | C-SPAN 1
  • Dec 21, 1997 | 2:58am EST | C-SPAN 2
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