To everyone supporting summer learning, this week & every week throughout the school break: Thank you! #ThankYouThursday #SummerLearningWeek
U.S. Department of Education
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The official LinkedIn page for the United States Department of Education.
About us
Our mission is to promote student achievement and preparation for global competitiveness by fostering educational excellence and ensuring equal access. ED is dedicated to: • Establishing policies on federal financial aid for education, and distributing as well as monitoring those funds. • Collecting data on America's schools and disseminating research. • Focusing national attention on key educational issues. • Prohibiting discrimination and ensuring equal access to education.
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http://www.ed.gov/
External link for U.S. Department of Education
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1979
- Specialties
- elementary and secondary education, postsecondary education, vocational and adult education, safe and drug free schools, educational grants, educational civil rights, student aid, and vocational rehabilitation
Locations
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Primary
400 Maryland Avenue SW
Washington, DC 20202, US
Employees at U.S. Department of Education
Updates
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As someone who has studied chemical engineering & public policy, ED intern Chelsea knows the twists & turns a student's career journey can take. Her solution? Instead of asking students what job they want, ask them who they want to be: https://lnkd.in/eYmsihSs
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With books, you don't have to travel far to visit faraway places. So whether you're on vacation, stay-cation, or dreaming about a future trip, take some time today to let a book carry you away on Day 3 of our #EDSummerReading Challenge. 📖🏖️ #SummerLearningWeek
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🚫 Myth: Teachers have the summer off. ✅ Reality: For many educators like 2023 National Teacher Hall of Fame Inductee Kirsten Record, summertime means professional development and trainings, lesson prep, & staying connected with students. #SummerLearningWeek #WednesdayWisdom
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Students who fall behind over the summer are less likely to graduate from high school or go on to college. Help prevent summer learning loss – known as the “summer slide” – with tips from the National Summer Learning Association: https://lnkd.in/endaYETR
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Educators: Looking for professional development opportunities that are effective, engaging - and free? Check out these educator #PD programs from federal partners like the @Smithsonian, @NIST, and more!: https://lnkd.in/eHK-85ZF #SummerLearningWeek #TeacherTuesday #TipTuesday
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Activities like playing sports & pursuing new hobbies are great ways to learn during the summer. Need more unique #SummerLearning ideas? Members of GENYOUth's National Youth Council shared ways they're keeping their minds active during summer break. #SummerLearningWeek
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All students should have the supports they need to realize their full potential. Learn how your school can support students with ED's Engage Every Student initiative: https://lnkd.in/gmscec63 #EngageEveryStudent
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It's Day 2 of our ED Summer Reading Challenge! Reading aloud can build language skills & confidence, so our challenge for today is to read out loud - to friends, family, or just by yourself. Share your progress with #EDSummerReading. #SummerLearningWeek