The feds not only fund programs for the most vulnerable children, but also Pell grants, manage state compliance with federal law, like Title IX.

In order to scrap the agency, the incoming Republican president would need congressional approval.

President-elect Trump has repeatedly pledged to dismantle the Department of Education, a decision that could radically reshape learning across America. Why it matters: The Department of Education plays a crucial role in making education access and quality more equitable for students across the country.