The cuts are counterproductive and destructive, said the Knowledge Alliance CEO Rachel Dinkes
WASHINGTON — A federal research agency that tracks the progress of America’s students is being hit with almost $900 million in cuts after Elon Musk ’s Department of Government Efficiency found no need for much of its work.
The cuts raised alarm among advocates who said they could hurt the accountability of America’s education system, leaving the nation in the dark on schools′ effectiveness. Historically, achievement gaps have shown low-income students and students of color falling behind their peers. The range of contracts cut at IES varies widely, from academic studies to logistical support and contracts to participate in international studies. Several deliver research that was mandated by Congress.
The cuts appear to have been carried out under a clause allowing IES to end contracts at any time “for the government’s convenience,” according to notices obtained by the AP. Another small business lost multiple contracts after being hired to collect basic information on the nation’s schools. The company started laying off workers this week, according to an employee who spoke on the condition of anonymity for fear of retaliation.
“Without such research, student learning and development will be harmed,” according to leaders of the American Educational Research Association and the Council of Professional Associations on Federal Statistics.
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