The US Board of Education and the Department of Education
The United States Department of Education is a cabinet-level department of the United States government. It oversees public education. The Board sets goals and policies for an effective school system, approves budgets, and approves the tax levy. These agencies meet regularly to make sure that public education is a priority.
Meetings are open to the public
Board meetings are open to the public and are not closed to members of the public. They take place regularly on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. However, closed executive sessions may be held for certain purposes (e.g., discussing a legal issue or personnel matters). No action by the Board may be taken during an executive session; all board actions must be taken during a public session.
Meetings are held in the district administrative office. Broadcasts are available on Education Channel 77 and on YouTube. Minutes of previous meetings are also posted …
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