<P> State governments set overall educational standards , often mandate standardized tests for K -- 12 public school systems and supervise , usually through a board of regents , state colleges , and universities . Funding comes from the state , local , and federal government . Private schools are generally free to determine their own curriculum and staffing policies , with voluntary accreditation available through independent regional accreditation authorities , although some state regulation can apply . </P>
<P> State governments set overall educational standards , often mandate standardized tests for K -- 12 public school systems and supervise , usually through a board of regents , state colleges , and universities . Funding comes from the state , local , and federal government . Private schools are generally free to determine their own curriculum and staffing policies , with voluntary accreditation available through independent regional accreditation authorities , although some state regulation can apply . </P>
who is in charge of public schools in america
who is in charge of public schools in america
State governments
State governments