It calls for an expanded federal role in education, which somehow or other still respects the primary role of states, districts, and schools. (educationnext.org)
Sometimes people wonder why I'm so consumed with issues around educational equity, school choice, standards, accountability and the need for a strong federal role in education. (educationpost.org)
With the hands - on federal role in education policy set to scale back, states and districts examine ways to step up with their own approaches. (edweek.org)