Education Secretary to Speak at Club Today

U.S. Secretary of Education to address education priorities at NPC Speakers Event on October 1.

By Debra Silimeo

U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan will speak at the Club Tuesday on his efforts to provide preschool education for all 4-year-olds and to develop a new higher education agenda, including a ratings system for colleges' affordability and value.

The event will follow the format of the Speakers' luncheon though no meal will be served. Remarks begin at 1 p.m.

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