Puerto Rico Education Council
Agency of the executive branch of the government of Puerto Rico
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Their mission is to promote student achievement and preparation for global competitiveness by fostering educational excellence and ensuring equal access to all the students.
- Council on General Education
- Council on Higher Education
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| Formed | July 26, 2010 |
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| Jurisdiction | executive branch |
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Parent agency | Secretaria of Governance |
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| Website | www.ce.pr.gov |
The Council of Education of Puerto Rico —Spanish: Consejo de Educación de Puerto Rico (CEPR)— is an agency of the executive branch of the government of Puerto Rico and the governing body that administers public policy on education standards in Puerto Rico, as well as issuing licenses to establish and operate educational institutions in Puerto Rico.[1] Additionally, the Council guarantees that all Puerto Rican citizens and permanent residents have access to high-quality education at the level, in the format, and in the locations that they demand.[2]
History
The council was formed by consolidating the Council on General Education and the Council on Higher Education on July 26, 2010, as part of Reorganization Plan No. 2 of 2010.[3] It was formed by consolidating the Council on General Education and the Council on Higher Education as part of Reorganization Plan No. 2 of 2010.
The council is an agency of the executive branch of the government of Puerto Rico. It administers public policy on education standards in Puerto Rico and issues licenses to establish and operate educational institutions. The Council ensures that all Puerto Rican citizens and permanent residents have access to high-quality education at various levels and formats.
In addition to its regulatory functions, the council is involved in various initiatives to improve the quality of education in Puerto Rico. These initiatives include developing policies to enhance educational outcomes, supporting professional development for educators, and promoting research and innovation in education.[4][5]