Ogden, Utah — In a move that has raised both concerns and support, President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at dismantling the U.S. Department of Education (DOE). This action is expected to have significant implications for schools across the nation, including those in Utah, where the federal government provides essential funding for various educational programs. The DOE currently supports K-12 schools through programs such as Title I, which allocates federal funds to schools in high-poverty areas. In Utah, these funds amount to approximately $81 million annually, helping over 180,000 students. These funds are primarily used to hire teachers,…
