The Office of the Secretary leads the Department and sets its overall direction. The Secretary is responsible for advising on education policy, overseeing the Department's principal offices, and representing the Department before Congress, the public, and other government agencies.
Sets the Department's priorities and works with Congress and the public on education policy matters.
Coordinates the work of the Department's principal offices, each responsible for a specific program area.
Browse USDEPT OfficesRepresents the Department in public statements, hearings, and official communications.
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