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Sign the Petition to Save the US Department of Education

Sign this petition to demand that Congress protect the U.S. Department of Education and uphold its mission of ensuring equal educational opportunities for all students. Stand with us—because when education funding disappears, our future suffers.

1. Find your representatives. Enter your zip code and you will get your representatives’ website, phone number, and email address.

2. Reach out to your reps— call, email, or fill out their online contact form—using the script provided below.

Script
Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I am a constituent from [Your City, State, Zip].

I am reaching out to express my deep concern regarding the proposed closure or hollowing out of the U.S. Department of Education. This decision threatens to dismantle critical programs that support millions of students, educators, and families in [Your City or State] and across the country. If the Department is shut down, states and districts will lose billions in funding for public schools, financial aid for low-income college students, and resources for students with disabilities.

From teachers in rural communities to students relying on Pell Grants, eliminating the Department of Education would have devastating consequences for American families and the economy. Federal education funding supports school meals, mental health services, career and technical education, and protections for students with disabilities. The loss of these programs will disproportionately harm the most vulnerable communities.

This move not only jeopardizes access to quality education but also undermines the nation's long-term economic competitiveness. A strong education system is essential to workforce development, innovation, and national security. Without federal oversight, states could see drastic cuts in essential services, deepening educational inequities and limiting opportunities for millions of students.

I urge [Senator/Representative] [Last Name] to oppose any efforts to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education and instead work to strengthen and improve our public education system. Education is the foundation of our nation’s future, and Congress must protect it.

Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter.

[Optional: I would appreciate a response from [Senator/Representative] [Last Name] regarding their position on this issue.]

Have a great day.

[Sign off]