The impact of the upheaval could vary greatly across the country. New York, for example, is not feeling significant effects so far, but district leaders are watching closely.

The Department of Education threatened to cut federal funding from K-12 public schools if they fail to comply with “anti-discrimination obligations.” On Thursday, the agency sent letters to state commissioners overseeing K-12 State Education Agencies giving them 10 days to send confirmation of compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act,

Board member Jennie Earl said the letter affirms Utah’s willingness and capacity to manage education within the state, including financial resources that go toward services such