Statement On President Trump’s Executive Order Calling for the Closure of the US Department of Education

The following is a statement from Educators for Excellence Co-Founder and CEO Evan Stone, following the Trump Administration’s Issuing of an Executive Order Calling for the Dissolution of the US Department of Education:

“This executive order is a symbolic effort, as the damage is already done—the layoffs announced last week are just the latest step in a broader, systemic effort to dismantle the Department of Education. But it’s also a slap in the face to American families and teachers who believe in our public education system.”

“This move is not just irresponsible—it’s completely misaligned with what educators and the public want. Our latest survey shows that the vast majority of teachers oppose this Administration’s education policies, and 63% of Americans reject the idea of abolishing the Department. Now, it is up to Congress to protect the critical functions the Department provides—ensuring civil rights protections, funding for schools that need it most, and research that drives evidence-based improvements in education. Instead of gutting the very systems that expand access to high-quality education, we should be investing in a stronger, more equitable future for all students and educators.”

Evan Stone

Evan Stone is the Co-Founder and CEO of Educators for Excellence.