who is in charge of public schools in america
Education in the United States State governments set overall educational standards, often mandate standardized tests for K–12 public school systems and supervise, usually through a board of regents, state colleges, and universities. Funding comes from the state, local, and federal government.[4] Private schools are generally free to determine their own curriculum and staffing policies, with voluntary accreditation available through independent regional accreditation authorities, although some state regulation can apply.
Homeschooling in the United States Homeschooling in the United States constitutes the education of about 3.4% of U.S. students (approximately 2 million students).[1] In the United States, the Supreme Court has ruled that parents have a fundamental right to direct the education of their children.[2] The right to homeschool is not frequently questioned in court, but the amount of state regulation and help that can or should be expected continues to be subject to legal debate.