Education

Oregon Promise

January 18, 2020

Problem In the changing economy, it’s harder than ever to get a good-paying job with only a high school education, yet a growing number of high school graduates feel that they can’t afford a higher education. Unfortunately, it costs Oregon taxpayers an average of $14,000 per year for each […]Tobias Read | State Treasurer | Statewide, OR

Middle School Expanded Learning Time

January 18, 2020

Problem One of the biggest obstacles in preparing students–especially lower income kids–to contribute as thoughtful young leaders within our community is our antiquated school calendar. Solution Mayor Driscoll is leading a coalition of parents, teachers, and researchers to modernize education by redesigning and extending the school day in her city. […]Kim Driscoll | Mayor | Salem, MA 2014 Challenge Finalist

Race to the Tots

January 18, 2020

Problem Investing in a 4-year-old’s brain is the single best investment we can make for the longest term return on closing academic and achievement gaps, but it’s been difficult in many places to prioritize funding for preschool and test what works best. Solution Senator Ferguson has an innovative solution: “Race […]Bill Ferguson | Senate President | Baltimore, MD 2014 Challenge Finalist

The Education and Economic Engine Endowment

January 18, 2020

Problem Because many states continue to face budget challenges, many states have scaled back critical funding for education and entrepreneurship. Solution State Treasurer Cowell proposes the creation of a multi-billion dollar state-funded endowment using escheat money that pays for community college and university scholarships and invests in high-growth funds and […]Janet Cowell | Former State Treasurer | North Carolina

Education Empowerment Zones

January 18, 2020

Problem Good schools can greatly influence the economic vitality of a neighborhood by improving home values and attracting higher income residents. These residents in turn attract businesses and improve the overall economic development of the town. By channeling additional funds to a struggling school, the impact extends far beyond improved […]Eric Johnson | Mayor | Dallas, TX

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NewDEAL Statement on President Biden's Announcement of The American Jobs Plan

April 1, 2021

NewDEAL Statement on President Biden’s Announcement of The American Jobs Plan Proposal Represents Transformational Investment in America’s States and Cities Washington, D.C. – Today, the NewDEAL released the following statement on President Biden’s announcement of The American Jobs Plan: Forward-thinking leaders across the country recognize how lack of investment in infrastructure […]

NewDEAL Applauds Relief to States and Cities in American Rescue Plan

March 10, 2021

NewDEAL Applauds Relief to States and Cities in American Rescue Plan COVID-19 Relief Addresses Key Concerns of Top State, Local Leaders Washington, D.C. – With today’s vote on final passage by the U.S. House, the American Rescue Plan Act that heads to President Biden’s desk provides vital funding for states, […]

NewDEAL Leaders Join New Democrat Coalition Members to Discuss COVID-19 Relief for Communities

March 4, 2021

Members of Washington’s congressional delegation joined Washington members of NewDEAL to address the most urgent challenges facing Washington state, local, and tribal governments, and the importance of the relief proposed by President Biden and House Democrats in their American Rescue Plan legislation. The bill, which passed in the House on […]

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Education

Oregon Promise

Middle School Expanded Learning Time

Race to the Tots

The Education and Economic Engine Endowment

Education Empowerment Zones

Recent News

NewDEAL Statement on President Biden's Announcement of The American Jobs Plan

NewDEAL Applauds Relief to States and Cities in American Rescue Plan

NewDEAL Leaders Join New Democrat Coalition Members to Discuss COVID-19 Relief for Communities

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