Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the chief state school officer?

• A. Selecting state department of education personnel
• B. Supervising superintendents throughout the state
• C. Ensuring compliance with state school laws and policies
• D. Reporting on the status of education to the governor

Answer: (B)

The key idea is understanding what the head of the state education agency is tasked with at the state level. This role involves leading the department, hiring and overseeing its staff, and making sure the state’s laws and policies for education are carried out. It also includes communicating with the governor about how education is progressing in the state. Direct supervision of local superintendents across every district isn’t typically within this position’s remit; local superintendents answer to local boards and district-level governance, with state-level oversight handled through the department and the state board rather than through day-to-day supervision of every district leader. So, supervising superintendents statewide isn’t a standard responsibility, whereas selecting department personnel, ensuring compliance with laws and policies, and reporting to the governor fit the role.