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Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
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www.mass.gov/doeOrganization Chart
Mission:
The mission of the Massachusetts Board of Elementary & Secondary Education is to strengthen the Commonwealth's public education system so that every student is prepared to succeed in postsecondary education, compete in the global economy, and understand the rights and responsibilities of American citizens.Governing Laws:
Statutes
- MGL C. 15 S. 1E-G
- Department of Elementary & Secondary Education
- MGL C. 69 S. 1A-B
- Department/Commissioner of Elementary & Secondary Education
- MGL C. 69 S. 1D-K
- Department/Commissioner of Elementary & Secondary Education - general powers and duties
- MGL C. 71 S. 38G
- Educator certification/licensure
- MGL C. 71 S. 89
- Charter schools
- MGL C. 74 S. 1-37
- Vocational Education
- MGL C. 71B S. 1-16
- Special Education
- MGL C. 71A S. 1-8
- English Language Acquisition
- MGL C. 70 S. 1-15
- State Aid for Public Schools
Regulations
- 603 CMR 1.0
- Education Laws and Regulations
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