"The Trump administration says its plan to dismantle the Education Department offers a fix for the nation's lagging academics - a solution that could free schools from the strictures of federal influence. Yet to some school and state officials, the plan appears to add more bureaucracy, with no clear benefit for students who struggle with math or reading."
"The plan increases bureaucracy fivefold, Washington state's education chief said, "undoubtedly creating confusion and duplicity" for educators and families. His counterpart in California said the plan is "clearly less efficient" and invites disruption. Maryland's superintendent raised concerns about "the challenges of coordinating efforts with multiple federal agencies." "States were not engaged in this process, and this is not what we have asked for - or what our students need," said Jill Underly, Wisconsin's state superintendent."
The Trump administration proposes dismantling the Education Department and redistributing most of its work across four federal departments. The reorganization aims to give states more control over schooling and reduce federal influence, with the Labor Department taking over most funding and support while Education retains some duties including policy. Many state superintendents warn the move would multiply bureaucracy, complicate coordination, and create confusion for educators and families. Several states say they were not consulted and call for greater flexibility and fewer standardized testing requirements. The Education Secretary says federal funding will continue without disruption and schools will gain flexibility.
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