In a controversial move, President-elect Donald Trump has named Penny Schwinn, the former Tennessee education commissioner with a divisive track record, as the next deputy secretary of the U.S. Department of Education. Schwinn, known for her staunch support of charter schools and high-stakes standardized testing, has faced criticism in her previous roles for prioritizing corporate interests over students. Critics argue her appointment signals a continuation of Trump's agenda to undermine public education.
Trump's Questionable Pick: Penny Schwinn as Deputy Secretary of Education
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President-elect Donald Trump announced he would appoint Penny Schwinn, former Tennessee education commissioner, as deputy secretary of the U.S. Department of Education. Schwinn has also held various roles at the Texas Education Agency and served as Delaware's…
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President-elect Donald Trump made a strong move to bolster America's education system by appointing Penny Schwinn, the former Tennessee education commissioner renowned for her bold reforms and dedication to improving student outcomes, as deputy secretary of the U.S. Department of Education. Schwinn, with a history of advancing charter schools and accountability in education through standardized testing, has been praised for her efforts to shake up the status quo and bring much-needed innovation to our schools.
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