How does the US handle education policy?

The US education system is largely decentralized, with most decision-making authority resting with individual states and local school districts. However, there are some federal laws and policies that impact education in the US as a whole.

At the federal level, the Department of Education is responsible for developing and implementing policies related to education, and for enforcing federal laws related to education, such as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Title IX. Additionally, the federal government provides funding for education through programs like Title I, which provides funds to schools with high numbers of low-income students, and Pell Grants, which provide financial aid to college students.

Each state is responsible for developing its own education policies, including standards for what students should know and be able to do at each grade level, as well as requirements for teacher certification and professional development. States also provide funding for education, typically through a combination of state and local taxes.

Local school districts are responsible for implementing state and federal education policies, and for managing day-to-day operations of schools within their district. This includes hiring teachers and other staff, developing curricula, and managing budgets.