Equal access to educational opportunities from an early age can have a lifelong impact on economic opportunity and help to reduce income inequality.  Funding for public schools comes from a mix of federal, state and local money with the local portion usually paid for by property taxes.

 

 

School Board - local school boards are responsible for ensuring that the education provided to the students is the best the community can afford. They also hire the district superintendent.

State Superintendent of Education - In 37 states, the head of a state's department of education can be appointed by the Governor.  In 13 states, this is an elected position.  The head of a state department of education oversees and coordinates the state's primary and secondary schools.

President - the President nominates the Secretary of Education who heads the US Department of Education which fosters educational excellence and equal access while implementing laws passed by Congress

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Find out who is on the ballot in your town

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