As you get ready for the November 3rd election, it is helpful to keep in mind that elected officials at every level of government make decisions about public education. Lots of people don’t know who does what, so this week we will give a little primer. Federal: Federal funding accounts for 8% of all public education funds. Federal education dollars are distributed through the U.S. Department of Education, the Department of Health and Human Services Head Start program, and the Department of Agriculture’s School Lunch program. Federal funds account for Title…
