Reforming Education: Empowering Local Schools

This chapter explores the potential reforms to the Department of Education, particularly focusing on the implications of reducing federal involvement in K-12 schooling. It discusses the challenges parents face in obtaining necessary services for their children, especially under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and the proposed solution of block granting funds directly to states. The conversation also touches on the historical context of federal education intervention and the need for effective evaluation of educational programs.