Race to the Top: Executive Summary

Race to the Top: Executive Summary is a 15-page legal document that was released by the U.S. Department of Education on November 1, 2009 and used nation-wide.

FAQ

Q: What is Race to the Top?
A: Race to the Top is a competitive grant program initiated by the U.S. Department of Education.

Q: What is the purpose of Race to the Top?
A: The purpose of Race to the Top is to encourage education reform and improvement across states.

Q: Who is eligible for Race to the Top grants?
A: States, including the District of Columbia, are eligible to apply for Race to the Top grants.

Q: How are Race to the Top grants awarded?
A: Race to the Top grants are awarded based on a competitive application process that evaluates each state's proposed reform plans.

Q: What are some areas of focus for Race to the Top grants?
A: Areas of focus for Race to the Top grants include improving teacher effectiveness, adopting rigorous standards and assessments, and turning around low-performing schools.

Q: Are the Race to the Top grants limited to K-12 education?
A: No, Race to the Top grants also cover early learning and postsecondary education initiatives.

Q: When was Race to the Top launched?
A: Race to the Top was launched in 2009.

Q: Has Race to the Top been successful?
A: There is mixed evidence on the effectiveness of Race to the Top, with some positive outcomes in certain areas and limitations in others.

Q: How much funding has been allocated to Race to the Top?
A: Over $4 billion has been allocated to Race to the Top since its inception.