Why Local Education Organizations Matter, and Why They Matter More Now

Why Local Education Organizations Matter, and Why They Matter More Now

Americans have good reason to be concerned about the Trump administration’s dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education. For decades, the agency has done important work that states and local agencies simply cannot do on their own, such as conducting national assessments, ensuring schools and districts protect children’s civil rights, and helping college students secure financial aid.  But even as the department is weakened, some of its work …