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The U.S. Education Department says New Jerseyis one of seven states that have won a share of $200 million in federal "Race to the Top" dollars. The funds are used to improve their K-12 education programs.

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NJ awarded share of 'Race to the Top' funds

The U.S. Education Department says New Jerseyis one of seven states that have won a share of $200 million in federal "Race to the Top" dollars. The funds are used to improve their K-12 education programs.

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