also, another developing story, yankee star alex rodriguez has been contacted by federal investigators regarding a canadian doctor accused of selling an unapproved drug. rodriguez apparently quoted on monday saying he was aware of the investigation and cooperating. this coming in from the ap. arod not the only player in part being contacted by this session. reyez met with officials last week regarding the doctor accused of selling an unapproved drug. president obama unveiling $900 million proposal to help states close down or reform their worst performing schools. it is part of a move to put a dent in our nation's dropout rate. >> this is a problem we cannot afford to accept and we cannot afford to ignore. the stakes are too high for our children, for our economy and for our country.