Arizona Department of Education

The Arizona Department of Education is the state education agency based in Phoenix and led by the superintendent of public instruction. It supports schools and educators through programs covering academic achievement, school improvement, accountability and educator development. Its responsibilities include educator certification, with services for initial applications, renewals and endorsements. The department also administers programs in special education, school nutrition, career and technical education, adult education and support for English learners. It operates the Empowerment Scholarship Account program, which allows participating families to use education funds for expenses such as private school tuition, curricula and tutoring.