BOSTON (WWLP) - State Auditor Diana DiZoglio has released an audit report on Tuesday of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE).

According to the auditor's report, DESE did not ensure that it received and investigated reports of child abuse and neglect involving licensed educators. The audit also found that DESE did not investigate and resolve special education complaints within the federally required 60-day time frame.

“Every child deserves a strong start and a fair chance at success,” DiZoglio said. “That opportunity has been put at risk due to several issues that require urgent and consistent attention at the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Each day these challenges go unaddressed is another day a student may miss out on the supports they need to

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