Web Site:

www.mass.gov/doe

Organization Chart

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

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
  


• Program Evaluations
  


• Board Reports
  


• Legislative Reports