"Teachers matter," said the President. "Instead of bashing them, or defending the status quo, let's offer schools a deal. Give them the resources to keep good teachers on the job, and reward the best ones. In return, grant schools flexibility."

The President unveiled a new blueprint that gives hard-working, responsible Americans a fair shot. Education plays a key role in the President's blueprint.

ED released 12 state-specific reports profiling first-year progress on comprehensive education reform under Race to the Top.

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