### Question
What is the definition of local educational agency?


### Answer
The definition of **local educational agency** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 9832*:

> given such term in the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 [20 U.S.C. 6301 et seq.].

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 9832*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 105-COMMUNITY SERVICES PROGRAMS > SUBCHAPTER II-HEAD START PROGRAMS**

