MoCo schools loses out on Broad Prize

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Montgomery County public school system came up short Tuesday in its bid to capture on the of most prestigious education prizes in the country.

In April, the 144,000-student system was named one of five finalists for the 2010 Broad Prize for Urban Education. The annual prize, funded by a Los Angeles philanthropist, recognizes urban schools that have made progress in improving student achievement and closing the persistent achievement gaps that separate racial and socioeconomic groups. The winner receives $1 million for college scholarships.

Tuesday, Gwinnett County Public Schools (outside Atlanta) was named the recipient of the top prize.

Montgomery County received $250,000 for scholarships.

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