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United States Education Department

The United States Department of Education is a federal agency responsible for overseeing and coordinating federal support for education across the country. It administers policies, allocates funding to schools and higher education institutions, and ensures equal access to quality education. The department also gathers data on schools, promotes educational research, and enforces federal laws related to education equity and student rights. Its goal is to improve educational outcomes, promote innovation, and ensure that all students have the opportunity to succeed regardless of background.