How do you perceive that the federal government affects you?

Now that you have a general understanding of the federal role in shaping educational policy, complete the following assignment. Use the following guideline to format your paper.

Discuss the following in paragraphs 1-2—How do you perceive that the federal government affects you? You can answer this from the lens of your current position in education or in your position as a stakeholder in a school district, a state system of higher education, or another educational organization. Be sure to cite specific programs, policies, and initiatives.

Discuss the following in paragraphs 3-5—React to at least three timely topics. Is there a different perspective to the topic depending on the political party?

ESSA (Every Student Succeeds Act) implementation
Title 1 funding
School choice
Charter school programs
Transparency in school funding
Waivers/vouchers for charter/private schools
“Supplement, not supplant” issue
Graduation rates
Federal funding

In your concluding paragraph (6), relate your understanding of federal policy in education to your role in education. Specifically, answer the following: Based on what you’ve learned in this exercise, as well as your professional experience, discuss your understanding of the direction of the federal education policy.

Length: 3-5 pages not including reference pages

Resources: Support your paper with at least 2-4 scholarly resources. In addition to these specified resources, other appropriate scholarly resources may be included.