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Congressman Ron Barber

Representing the 2nd District of Arizona

Education

Tucson Classroom

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


I am committed to ensuring that every student in Arizona has access to a high quality education from early childhood through college. Promoting effective reforms begins with what is best for students, and we all have a role to play.  I will continue working with my colleagues in Congress to support policies that give our teachers the tools and resources they need and prepare our students to compete in a global economy.



See also information on student financial aid. Click here to see educational resources for students and teachers.

Commitment to Education

As the father of an educator, Congressman Barber hears firsthand about obstacles to success in the classroom, and he is committed to addressing our educational system’s shortfalls. Federal policies can either hamper or promote success. The No Child Left Behind law has created obstacles for K-12 students’ success, and we can do better than that.  Congressman Barber will continue to work to improve these federal policies, while protecting critical funding for programs that are effective, like Pell Grants for college students and Individuals with Disabilities Education (IDEA) Act programs.

STEM Education

Arizona’s students must have access to an education that strengthens our state’s ability to compete in the global economy. Education is key to creating good jobs here in Arizona.  That’s why Congressman Barber is a member of the Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Education Caucus. Strengthening STEM education at all levels: K-12, higher education, and in the workforce will provide our country with scientists, engineers, and capable technical workers who can thrive in the increasingly high technology industries that are critical to the economic growth of our country.

Student Loans

More than 7 million students, including more than 450,000 in Arizona, rely on the federal student loan program to help pay for college. Federal student loans are an important tool for ensuring that educational opportunities remain open to as many Americans as possible. Congressman Barber is committed to keeping this program strong for generations to come.

On July 1, 2013, the interest rate for Stafford student loans expired and rates automatically doubled from 3.4 percent to 6.8 percent. On July 31, 2013, Congressman Barber voted for a bipartisan compromise bill to that brought down loan rates and created certainty for students as they enter this school year. This legislation was signed into law on August 9, 2013. Congressman Barber believes we still need a long term solution that will protect students from high interest rates and ensure that rates remain stable.

More on Education

U.S. REP. RON BARBER WELCOMES $120,000 IN FUNDING FROM NATIONAL ENDOWMENT OF THE ARTS

Dec 3, 2014 Press Release
WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber today welcomed an announcement that five Tucson organizations have received a total of $120,000 in grants from the National Endowment for the Arts.

U.S. REP. RON BARBER WILL PRESENT 91-YEAR-OLD VETERAN WITH MEDALS, REPLACING ITEMS STOLEN BY THIEF

Oct 31, 2014 Press Release
TUCSON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber on Sunday will present a 91-year-old World War II veteran with medals, patches and ribbons replacing military decorations that were stolen from him earlier this year.

U.S. REP. RON BARBER WILL ATTEND EVENTS FOR SPECIAL OLYMPICS AND TUCSON METRO CHAMBER TOMORROW

Oct 29, 2014 Press Release
TUCSON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber will attend a Special Olympics event, the Tucson Metro Chamber of Commerce’s Copper Cactus awards and a scholarship event for the University of Arizona College of Public Health during the next few days.

U.S. REP. RON BARBER WELCOMES FELLOWSHIP GRANT FOR UA STUDENT IN TREE-RING LAB

Oct 22, 2014 Press Release
TUCSON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber today welcomed an announcement that a University of Arizona student has been awarded an $84,000 fellowship from the Environmental Protection Agency to research the possible effects of climate change on forests of the Navajo Nation.

U.S. REP. RON BARBER WELCOMES EXPANSION OF SCHOLARSHIP TO SPOUSES OF SERVICE MEMBERS KILLED IN ACTION

Oct 21, 2014 Press Release
TUCSON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber today welcomed an announcement that the VA soon will begin accepting applications for an expanded scholarship that Barber worked to get approved by the House.

U.S. REP. RON BARBER WILL SPEAK TO RETIRED MILITARY OFFICERS

Oct 21, 2014 Press Release
TUCSON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber will speak tomorrow to a group of retired military officers, highlighting his strong support of issues affecting veterans and members of the armed forces. Barber will be recognized for his 100 percent voting record on issues that affect the Military Officers Association of America.

U.S. REP. RON BARBER WILL FOCUS ON EDUCATION AND JOBS IN UPCOMING EVENTS

Oct 6, 2014 Press Release
TUCSON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber will focus on education and jobs as he speaks in the next several days at a town hall at a Tucson school and also at the dedication of a school that has been extensively remodeled in the Continental Elementary School District in Green Valley.

U.S. REP. RON BARBER ANNOUNCES THAT BENSON AND VAIL SCHOOLS HAVE BEEN NAMED NATIONAL BLUE RIBBON WINNERS

Sep 30, 2014 Press Release
TUCSON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber today announced that two Southern Arizona schools have been named National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2014, the highest national honor bestowed by the Department of Education.

U.S. REP. RON BARBER WILL SPEND SATURDAY AT EVENTS FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

Sep 26, 2014 Press Release
TUCSON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber tomorrow will take part in three events for children and families as he reads at the Tucson Children’s Museum, visits Fiesta Sahuarita and attends the annual gala for Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Rep. Barber: Merits over politics: I've implemented a process to ensure the best from Southern Arizona have this opportunity.

Sep 22, 2014 In The News
As a son of an airman who was stationed at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Tucson and a member of the House Armed Services Committee, it is my honor to nominate young people to our military academies.