The Council of Chief State School Officers

The Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) is a nonprofit organization based in Washington, District of Columbia. The organization is comprised of public officials who lead departments of elementary and secondary education across the United States. With a staff of 109 employees, CCSSO generates an annual revenue of $50 million. CCSSO provides leadership, advocacy, and technical assistance to its members on prominent educational issues facing the nation's schools. The organization facilitates collaboration among its members, seeking consensus on key issues and representing their collective views to a variety of stakeholders, including civic and professional organizations, federal agencies, Congress, and the general public. CCSSO serves as a central resource for its members, offering expertise and support on a wide range of educational topics. The organization's mission is to advance effective education policy and practice at the state level, ultimately striving to improve educational outcomes for all students. For more information about CCSSO and its work, please visit their website at ccsso.org.