### Question
How does the law define eligible entity?


### Answer
Under *20 U.S.C. § 8402*, **eligible entity** is defined as:

> a local educational agency, school, or a consortium of schools

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 8402*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 70-STRENGTHENING AND IMPROVEMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS > SUBCHAPTER XI-COORDINATED SERVICES**

