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US secretary of education helps set national priorities in a system primarily funded and guided by local governments

The article from The Conversation discusses the role of the U.S. Secretary of Education in a predominantly decentralized education system. Despite the federal government's limited direct control over education, which is primarily managed by local and state governments, the Secretary of Education plays a significant role in setting national priorities. The article explains that while the Department of Education, established in 1979, has a relatively small budget compared to overall education spending, it influences education through funding, policy, and research. Key functions include administering federal aid programs like Title I, enforcing civil rights laws, and promoting educational equity. The Secretary can influence policy through initiatives like No Child Left Behind and Every Student Succeeds Act, which set frameworks for accountability and standards. Additionally, the Secretary's role involves advocating for educational issues, influencing public opinion, and providing guidance on national education goals, even though the actual implementation largely remains in the hands of local and state authorities.

Read the Full The Conversation Article at:
[ https://theconversation.com/us-secretary-of-education-helps-set-national-priorities-in-a-system-primarily-funded-and-guided-by-local-governments-245139 ]