Exploring the Role and Structure of the Department of Education

What is the main purpose of filling out the FAFSA for college applicants like Alex?

• To request federal financial aid for college

• To apply for a spot in the college soccer team

• To register for college courses

• To improve their high school grades

What is the primary mission of the Department of Education?

• To promote student achievement and global competitiveness

• To oversee the military

• To manage the nation's infrastructure

• To reduce the federal budget

Who oversees the entire Department of Education?

• The President of the United States

• The Secretary of Education

• The Undersecretary of Education

• The Deputy Secretary of Education

Which event sparked a nationwide push to fund science education programs in the US?

• The founding of NASA

• The launch of Apollo 11

• The launch of Sputnik by the Soviet Union

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

What was a major goal of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965?

• To establish the Department of Education

• To increase the salaries of all teachers

• To provide funding to districts with high low-income populations

• To fund science education programs

Which initiative increased accountability by requiring schools to test students and report results?

• The Race to the Top

• The No Child Left Behind Initiative

• The Higher Education Act

• The Every Student Succeeds Act

Why is the federal education budget often contentious?

• Because it only funds private schools

• Because it focuses only on higher education

• Because some believe the federal government should not have a large role in education

• Because it is considered too small

How does the Department of Education impact students with disabilities?

• By supporting with federal funds

• By offering free college education

• By mandating school uniforms

• By providing specialized sports programs

What role do federal grants play in education?

• Paying for all students' textbooks

• Supporting innovation and research

• Funding school construction projects

• Hiring teachers for every school

What can constituents do to influence the direction of the Department of Education?

• Contact their members of Congress

• Vote in presidential elections

• Start a petition on social media

• Apply for a job at the Department