We all have a crucial role in advocating for children’s right to quality public education and equal access to learning.
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Understand the Department of Education’s Responsibilities and Advocate for Public Education
States are primarily responsible for education, but the U.S. Department of Education is the federal agency that plays a vital role in establishing policies, ensuring accountability and promoting equal access to education. The establishment of the department as a Cabinet-level agency in 1980 emphasized the federal government’s commitment to, and our national prioritization of, education. The dismantling of the department will further erode the equality of education, upend protections for some of our most vulnerable students, and widen the educational opportunities gap for students from households with low incomes. Join us in advocating for public education that fosters excellence and equity.
Understanding the Role and Responsibilities of the Department of Education
By fostering educational excellence and ensuring equal access, the Department of Education is a vital federal agency for the future of our nation.
The Roles and Responsibilities of the President
This resource can help you understand the roles of the president, identify the powers and limits of the office, and learn how people can evaluate a president’s ability to fulfill the responsibilities of the office and hold them accountable.
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Learning From the Civil Rights Movement
The Civil Rights Movement is a story of people who believed they could bring about change. The resources in this series can help us learn from our history and examine today’s justice issues to answer the questions: “How can I make a difference?” “How can we make a difference together?”