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The '''Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development (OPEPD)''', in the [[Department of Education]], is responsible for providing data-driven insights and policy recommendations to guide the Department's educational initiatives. It focuses on improving the effectiveness of educational programs through rigorous analysis and evaluation. {{Official URL (simple)|url=https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/opepd/index.html}} ==Mission== OPEPD's mission is to use research, data, and evaluation to inform educational policy, support program effectiveness, and drive strategic improvements in education. By focusing on evidence-based practices, OPEPD works to ensure that educational policies are both equitable and impactful, promoting better educational outcomes for all students.<ref>U.S. Department of Education. "Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development". U.S. Department of Education, https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/opepd/index.html (accessed February 10, 2025).</ref> ==Parent organization== OPEPD is a principal operating component of the U.S. Department of Education, directly supporting the Secretary of Education in policy formulation and program oversight. ==Legislation== Established by the Department of Education Organization Act of 1979, OPEPD's role has evolved to meet the changing needs of educational policy and evaluation.<ref>U.S. Department of Education. "Department of Education Organization Act". U.S. Department of Education, https://www.ed.gov/about/overview/mission/organization-act.html (accessed February 10, 2025).</ref> ==Partners== * Other offices within the Department of Education for cross-departmental initiatives * Federal agencies for intergovernmental policy coordination * Educational research institutions and think tanks * State and local education agencies for policy implementation and feedback<ref>U.S. Department of Education. "Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development". U.S. Department of Education, https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/opepd/index.html (accessed February 10, 2025).</ref> ==Number of employees== OPEPD has approximately 150 employees, including policy analysts, evaluators, and researchers. ==Organization structure== OPEPD is organized into several key divisions: * Policy and Program Studies Service (PPSS) * Office of the Chief Data Officer (OCDO) * Office of Educational Technology (OET) * Grants Policy Office ===Leader=== The office is led by the Assistant Secretary for Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development, who directs the office's strategic focus and resources. ===Divisions=== * **Policy and Program Studies Service (PPSS)**: Conducts evaluations and policy studies. * **Office of the Chief Data Officer (OCDO)**: Manages the Department's data strategy and governance. * **Office of Educational Technology (OET)**: Advances educational technology policy. * **Grants Policy Office**: Oversees grant management policies and procedures. === Appointees === [[List of political appointee positions (Education)#OFFICE OF PLANNING, EVALUATION AND POLICY DEVELOPMENT]] ==List of programs== * Conducting evaluations of Department programs * Developing the National Education Technology Plan * Providing policy analysis for legislative initiatives * Managing data governance and privacy policies ==Last total enacted budget== The budget for OPEPD is not publicly itemized; it's part of the Department of Education's overall operating budget. ==Staff== Staff includes a mix of economists, statisticians, policy analysts, and education researchers. ==Funding== Funding for OPEPD activities is included in the Department's annual appropriation, covering the costs of policy analysis, evaluation, and technology development. ==Services provided== OPEPD provides analytical, evaluative, and strategic services to inform educational policy, enhance program effectiveness, and promote the use of technology in education. ==Regulations overseen== While not directly overseeing regulations, OPEPD's work significantly influences the development and amendment of educational policies and regulations through its research and evaluation findings. ==Headquarters address== 400 Maryland Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20202, United States ==History== Since its creation, OPEPD has been pivotal in shaping U.S. educational policy through data-driven insights, adapting to new educational challenges and technologies over the decades.<ref>U.S. Department of Education. "Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development". U.S. Department of Education, https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/opepd/index.html (accessed February 10, 2025).</ref> ==External links== * [https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/opepd/index.html Official OPEPD Website] * [[wikipedia:U.S. Department of Education#Office of Planning, Evaluation, and Policy Development]] ==References== <references />