Where can I go beyond talking to people in my children's school district when I have questions about federal law, policy and initiatives? -- Need Answers
Answer: It can be difficult to contact the right source in the Department of Education for answers to questions on topics ranging from special education to No Child Left Behind to school choice. The easiest thing to do is to go online to the department's Web site at answers.ed.gov. This site has the answers to more than 100 commonly asked questions, as well as links to additional information both from the department and other sources. Here's an idea of the type of questions the department answers:
-Where can I find rankings of public school systems by state?
-What impact does testing have on children?
-How do I determine if a school is providing my special-needs child with an appropriate education and services?
-How do I get a copy of my high-school transcript?
-How can I find a legitimate online or distance education program?
-How can I find a quality after-school program for my child?