In the summer of 1744, Indian chiefs from the six Iroquois nations came to Lancaster to meet with representatives of Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia to resolve land disputes.
The primary functions of the Department of Education are to establish policy for, administer and coordinate most federal assistance to education, collect data on US schools, and to enforce federal educational laws regarding privacy and civil rights..
The role of the Ministry of Education. The Ministry of Education is the Governmentâs lead advisor on the education system, shaping direction for education agencies and providers and contributing to the Governmentâs goals for education. 1  Our purpose and behaviours. 2  Strategic leadership in the sector. 3  Support and resources for the community.