Has your afterschool or summer program had an impact on your community? We want to know about it! Apply today to the #EngageEveryStudent Recognition Program for the chance to have your program celebrated! https://lnkd.in/eJW_Mkf7
U.S. Department of Education
Government Administration
Washington, DC 660,986 followers
The official LinkedIn page for the United States Department of Education.
About us
Our mission is to promote student achievement and preparation for global competitiveness by fostering educational excellence and ensuring equal access. ED is dedicated to: • Establishing policies on federal financial aid for education, and distributing as well as monitoring those funds. • Collecting data on America's schools and disseminating research. • Focusing national attention on key educational issues. • Prohibiting discrimination and ensuring equal access to education.
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http://www.ed.gov/
External link for U.S. Department of Education
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1979
- Specialties
- elementary and secondary education, postsecondary education, vocational and adult education, safe and drug free schools, educational grants, educational civil rights, student aid, and vocational rehabilitation
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400 Maryland Avenue SW
Washington, DC 20202, US
Employees at U.S. Department of Education
Updates
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What's the difference between being an elementary school principal and a secondary school principal? We asked a few of National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) & National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP)'s State Principal of the Year finalists. #NationalPrincipalsMonth #WednesdayWisdom
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Take an out-of-this-world field trip - without ever leaving your classroom! NQuest is a free virtual & in-person STEM engagement, from NASA Ames Research Center, Chabot Space & Science Center, and NASA Office of STEM Engagement. Use code #019950 at stemgateway.nasa.gov to learn more and sign up.
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Visit ED’s Rural Education Resource Center for funding opportunities, technical assistance, and other resources tailored to rural communities: https://lnkd.in/dnys9etv
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Searching the web for all that teachers do? The list may be endless! As teachers work hard to support learning, here's what ED is doing to support our teachers: https://lnkd.in/g6nQ3RzV
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Ready to explore America? Submissions are now open for America250's #AmericasFieldTrip! Enter for the chance to explore America’s landmarks, such as NASA's Kennedy Space Center or the Smithsonian Institution’s Museum of Natural History: https://lnkd.in/eE6BVeGN
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Civics is for all of US! Use the National Archives' "Civics for All of US" education initiative to teach about civic literacy and engagement, with student programs, webinars, teacher workshops, and other resources: https://lnkd.in/gBBGtZNs #CivicsDay
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Occupational therapists play a critical role in our schools, helping students develop the skills they need in learning & life while serving as a resource for teachers & families. Thank you for your important & skilled work! #WorldOccupationalTherapyDay #WOTD
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Schools should support the dignity, safety, & well-being of all students, including those who are intersex, or have variations in physical sex characteristics such as anatomy, hormones, or chromosomes. More from ED's Office for Civil Rights: https://lnkd.in/dmWPGm_i #IntersexAwarenessDay
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Help students learn about Veterans & Veterans Day with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs 2024 Veterans Day Teachers Resource Guide. Download and share in your school and community: https://lnkd.in/e7924yBZ
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