What role does the state government play in public education?

The role of state government in public education primarily involves addressing public policy and financing. State governments are responsible for creating and implementing educational laws and regulations that shape the overall framework of the education system within their jurisdiction. They also determine how education is funded, allocating resources to school districts and ensuring that public education is accessible and equitable for all students. This includes setting budgets for schools, providing funding for various educational programs, and establishing standards for educational facilities.

In contrast, while setting classroom rules is typically the responsibility of individual schools or teachers, and directly teaching students falls within the purview of educators, monitoring individual student performance is generally handled by schools and teachers through assessments and evaluations rather than by state government.