Don't Delay: Enter for Your Chance to Have the President Speak at Your School

The Race to the Top Commencement Challenge deadline is March 11.

Posted: 03/07/2011 02:22 PM EST
Filed Under Barack Obama

Time is running out to get President Barack Obama to speak at your high school graduation!

Applications are still being accepted for the 2011 Race to the Top Commencement Challenge, which invites public high schools across the country to show how their school best prepares them for college and a career. The winning school will host President Obama as their 2011 commencement speaker.

The application includes essay questions and statistical information that illustrate how schools are promoting college and career readiness for all students while establishing a culture of student success and academic excellence. 

Applications are due Friday, March 11, at 11:59 p.m. EST. (Apply here)

 

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