Rod Paige: First Black Education Secretary
Update: 2025-12-10
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Rod Paige, the first African American U.S. Education Secretary, passed away at 92. Known for his work on No Child Left Behind, he was a trailblazer in education, from coaching at Jackson State to leading Houstons school district. His legacy includes challenging low expectations and advocating for equal educational opportunities.
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