Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Data Current as of:  8/19/2015
 
Web Site:
www.mass.gov/doe
Mission:
The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (ESE) is committed to preparing all students for success in the world that awaits them after high school. Whether you are a student, parent, educator, community leader, taxpayer, or other stakeholder interested in education, we invite you to join us in this endeavor.
Governing Laws:
Statutes
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MGL C. 15 S. 1E-G 
 
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Department of Elementary & Secondary Education
 
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MGL C. 69 S. 1A-B 
 
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Department/Commissioner of Elementary & Secondary Education
 
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MGL C. 69 S. 1D-K 
 
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Department/Commissioner of Elementary & Secondary Education - general powers and duties
 
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MGL C. 71 S. 38G 
 
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Educator certification/licensure
 
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MGL C. 71 S. 89 
 
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Charter schools
 
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MGL C. 74 S. 1-37 
 
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Vocational Education
 
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MGL C. 71B S. 1-16 
 
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Special Education
 
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MGL C. 71A S. 1-8 
 
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English Language Acquisition
 
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MGL C. 70 S. 1-15 
 
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State Aid for Public Schools
 
Regulations
- 603 CMR 1.0
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Education Laws and Regulations