Regarding The DOE

As discussions continue regarding dismantling the Department of Education (DOE), I felt it was important to understand what the Department actually does and to mention a recent poll found that nearly two-thirds of Americans are opposed to eliminating the department.

The DOE gives every child across our country a fair shot. From small towns to big cities, it ensures the right to education for all. This especially comes into play for kids whose families have a low income and for youth with special needs who require additional support. Much of this comes in the form of federal funding called “Title I” funds that schools can use to provide things like tutoring and afterschool and summer programs for students who need the extra help but whose parents could not otherwise afford it.

Important stats to consider:

In Michigan, federal funding comprised 13.8% of K-12 education funding in fiscal year 2023.

In Detroit, home of the largest public school district in our state, 82% of students are from low-income households and 34% of the Detroit Public School Community District’s revenue comes from federal Title 1 funds.

The DOE also does a ton of other vital things like teacher training, research, etc.

I fear the real casualties of all this will be the children and that is unconscionable.

Stand up for your beliefs... whatever those look like.

Contact your political leaders and make your wishes known. Be heard during this very important time in history.

Be kind to one another.

With respect,

GemX Grant Consulting