Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Web Site:

www.mass.gov/doe

Organization Chart

Mission:

The mission of the Massachusetts Board of Elementary and 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

 

Reports:

• Research Reports
  


• Education Research Briefs
  


• Program Evaluations
  


• Data Reports
  


• Board Reports
  


• Legislative Reports