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EPISODE · Apr 18, 2025 · 25 MIN

US Department of Education: Leveling Setting

from LinkedUp: Breaking Boundaries in Education · host Jamie Saponaro

Think you know the role of the U.S. Department of Education? Think again. In this episode, Collin Earnst from the EdTech Leadership Collective challenges assumptions and sheds light on what the Department of Education really does. From funding and oversight to policy and support, Collin helps us break down the facts, bust common myths, and better understand how this federal agency impacts schools, educators, and students across the country.We also examine the political debate surrounding the idea of eliminating the department altogether. Collin offers thoughtful analysis on where that conversation stems from, what's at stake, and how such a move could reshape the future of education. Whether you're a school leader, policymaker, or simply curious about the infrastructure behind public education, this episode offers an eye-opening look at the vital role federal support plays in our schools.---ABOUT OUR GUESTCollin Earnst is the founder of The Ed-tech Leadership Collective and has twenty years of experience in the ed-tech industry, spanning public, private, and PE-backed organizations.Collin is a leader with extensive cross-functional experience. He has served as CEO and in C-level roles responsible for Revenue, Operations, and Human Resources. He has held leadership roles at growth-stage companies, including Lexia, LearnWell, and BookNook, and corporate leadership roles at Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.---SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠YouTube Music⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Overcast⁠⁠⁠FOLLOW US: ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink provides one-click single sign-on into web and Windows applications, and instant access to files at school and in the cloud. Accessible from any computer, tablet, or smartphone, ClassLink is ideal for 1to1 and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠classlink.com⁠⁠⁠.

Think you know the role of the U.S. Department of Education? Think again. In this episode, Collin Earnst from the EdTech Leadership Collective challenges assumptions and sheds light on what the Department of Education really does. From funding and oversight to policy and support, Collin helps us break down the facts, bust common myths, and better understand how this federal agency impacts schools, educators, and students across the country.We also examine the political debate surrounding the idea of eliminating the department altogether. Collin offers thoughtful analysis on where that conversation stems from, what's at stake, and how such a move could reshape the future of education. Whether you're a school leader, policymaker, or simply curious about the infrastructure behind public education, this episode offers an eye-opening look at the vital role federal support plays in our schools.---ABOUT OUR GUESTCollin Earnst is the founder of The Ed-tech Leadership Collective and has twenty years of experience in the ed-tech industry, spanning public, private, and PE-backed organizations.Collin is a leader with extensive cross-functional experience. He has served as CEO and in C-level roles responsible for Revenue, Operations, and Human Resources. He has held leadership roles at growth-stage companies, including Lexia, LearnWell, and BookNook, and corporate leadership roles at Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.---SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠YouTube Music⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Overcast⁠⁠⁠FOLLOW US: ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink provides one-click single sign-on into web and Windows applications, and instant access to files at school and in the cloud. Accessible from any computer, tablet, or smartphone, ClassLink is ideal for 1to1 and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠classlink.com⁠⁠⁠.

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