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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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  1. Pinned Tweet
    Mar 14

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

    145 replies . 926 retweets 2,332 likes
  2. 5h

    Happy Holidays from our family to yours! Wishing you peace & joy during this holiday season and into the New Year.

    7 replies . 12 retweets 123 likes
  3. Dec 24

    Watch and give their last holiday message from the White House:

    Merry Christmas from President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama
    Follow @WhiteHouse for the latest from President Obama and his administration.
    2,203 replies . 38,390 retweets 72,207 likes
  4. Dec 24

    Encouraged to see states focused on helping students who left college re-enroll and complete:

    2 replies . 53 retweets 85 likes
  5. Dec 23

    Adult learners are among the new normal students in . Supporting them leads to a better America.

    Learn how we can help thrive in our new campaign in USA TODAY! Read stories from & more:
    38 retweets 48 likes
  6. Dec 23

    Powerful words of wisdom from a 9 year old scientist.

    2 replies . 24 retweets 34 likes
  7. Dec 23

    Thank you President Hill for your leadership in driving socioeconomic diversity . Much deserved recognition:

    4 retweets 13 likes
  8. Dec 21

    The words a chooses can shape how we see ourselves, how we understand our past, and how we face the future.

    19 replies . 25 retweets 51 likes
  9. Dec 23

    Much deserved. ’s success was one of the brightest highlights this year. We need more of this. :

    9 retweets 52 likes
  10. Dec 22

    ICYMI: Morristown School District is a good ex. of the positive effects of diverse schools

    1 reply . 21 retweets 32 likes
  11. Dec 22

    Research shows kids & communities benefit from diverse schools. We must work to fulfill the promise of Brown v Board

    4 replies . 123 retweets 151 likes
  12. Dec 22

    Young people know the benefits of diverse schools. It's time for adults to catch on.

    2 replies . 81 retweets 110 likes
  13. Dec 22

    Among her many accomplishments, worth highlighting is Starr's work on a university-prison program.

    17 retweets 26 likes
  14. Dec 21

    Economists don’t agree on many things except the value of a college degree

    9 replies . 145 retweets 142 likes
  15. Dec 21

    It's time to unlock untapped human potential w/ new pathways to tech jobs. Start here.

    35 retweets 44 likes
  16. Dec 21

    Maribel's story is a powerful example of determination and commitment to public service through education.

    19 retweets 35 likes
  17. Dec 21

    Grateful to districts, schools, & educators working to ensure we as a nation: h/t

    2 replies . 55 retweets 65 likes
  18. Dec 20

    Proud of the progress made through Head Start & to improve the lives of hard working migrant families.

    2 replies . 55 retweets 138 likes
  19. Dec 20

    TY to the School Principals who joined me today for your continued work on behalf of your schools, students and communities.

    2 replies . 13 retweets 54 likes
  20. Dec 20

    It's time we all 'think deeper' & invest in school counseling as effective & meaningful support for our students:

    16 replies . 178 retweets 248 likes
  21. Dec 19

    The challenge isn't just to find new teachers but to prepare, support & retain great teachers where they can make the greatest difference.

    Nationally, low-income students & students of color are taught at disproportionate rates by inexperienced & ineffective teachers.
    12 replies . 83 retweets 110 likes

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