Department of Education

American  

noun

1. the department of the U.S. federal government that administers federal programs dealing with education: created in 1979, largely by transfer from part of the former Department of Health, Education, and Welfare. ED

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Department of Education Cultural  

1. A department of the federal executive branch responsible for providing federal aid to educational institutions and financial aid to students, keeping national educational records, and conducting some educational research.

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Example Sentences

Asked for comment by AFP, the city's Department of Education said their regulations are only the first step, promising a more comprehensive guidebook later this year.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

The Department of Education in Northern Ireland said schools are advised to develop, and regularly review, policies for supporting pupils with medical needs and to make reasonable adjustments to ensure those needs are met.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

The Department of Education offers an online simulator to help borrowers sort through their options.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

The Lullaby Trust, which exists to keep babies safe and supports bereaved families, has been working with the Department of Education to bring about stricter regulations on safe sleeping.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

“All these people, in conjunction with the State Department of Education in Tallahassee, have helped to devise this emergency relocation plan.”

From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor