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@JohnKingatED

Taught HS social studies. Former principal. NYC roots. MD public school dad. Sometime softball coach. Equity, excellence, opportunity. Secretary

Washington, DC
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Joined June 2009
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    Mar 14

    Education saved my life. Feeling incredibly humbled by the honor to serve as Secretary.

    898 retweets 2,255 likes
  2. Nov 19

    TY . The work continues. We have a collective responsibility to protect & advance equity in schools for all kids.

    See how states are leading on school improvement, ed workforce in our State Spotlights
    28 retweets 39 likes
  3. Nov 18

    Diverse and inclusive college campuses benefits us all.

    58 retweets 78 likes
  4. Nov 18

    Watch Attorney General 's video statement on hate crimes in the United States:

    100 retweets 93 likes
  5. Nov 18

    We all have a responsibility to make sure that classrooms & campuses are safe and supportive places for all students.

    250 retweets 323 likes
  6. Nov 18

    Special emphasis on shifting from "whether we should do pre-k" to "how should we do pre-k." Quality matters.

    31 retweets 45 likes
  7. Nov 17

    Congrats for last night's . Your example & your work inspire me every day.

    61 retweets 149 likes
  8. Nov 17

    At a minimum, career training programs should train students to have meaningful careers that pay sustainable wages.

    83 retweets 129 likes
  9. Nov 16

    Great morning w today. Investing in arts benefits students and is a vital part of a well-rounded education.

    31 retweets 55 likes
  10. Nov 16

    This week & every week, let's help our students understand & value the diverse world in which we live.

    International Education Week 2016
    International education is about bringing people together from diverse backgrounds, exposing students to new ideas and perspectives, and empowering them to strive for their dreams and goals.
    220 retweets 312 likes
  11. Nov 16

    Congrats Natl Supe of the Year . Your leadership is an example for many working on behalf of schools across the country.

    11 retweets 37 likes
  12. Nov 15

    We're working to ensure more students access, afford & complete , including those w "non-traditional" paths

    37 retweets 61 likes
  13. Nov 15

    Ensuring that incarcerated citizens have access to an education means that they can re-enter and participate fully in society

    41 retweets 57 likes
  14. Nov 15

    More than half of incarcerated adults lack the basic numeracy skills necessary to pursue an education or get a job

    Join us for the Report Release Event via webinar today at noon!
    70 retweets 57 likes
  15. Nov 15

    TY for having me today and for your collective commitment to increasing college access and completion for all students.

    . Secretary urges focus on improving access and student success.
    13 retweets 29 likes
  16. Nov 14

    Saddened by the passing of – a fantastic journalist & a true trailblazer

    78 retweets 189 likes
  17. Nov 12

    We owe all kids schools that are free from harassment based on race, religion, or national origin:

    139 retweets 191 likes
  18. Nov 12

    Schools have a moral & legal responsibility to ensure safe environments for all students.

    I just published “Keep our children safe”
    166 retweets 287 likes
  19. Nov 11

    "We’ve cut veterans' homelessness almost in half." — at Cemetery

    1,152 retweets 3,133 likes
  20. Nov 11

    "Today, more veterans have access to health care and fewer are unemployed." — on

    410 retweets 871 likes
  21. Nov 11

    On this Veterans Day 2016 - and every day - we share thanks and gratitude for America's Veterans.

    135 retweets 181 likes

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