This article discusses the results of a pilot study which aimed at examining the institutional capability of ten cities in the state of São Paulo, Brazil in managing basic education. In the original investigation, the data were systematized and brought together into five categories: structure and functioning of the teaching system/network; human resources management; pedagogical management; financing and programs and projects. The last category was structured according to criteria based on the analysis of contracts, grants and partnerships with the federal and state governments, other municipalities, the private sector (for-profit or non-profit), universities, other secretariats and/or organs belonging to the municipal administration. Programs and projects implemented by the own Education Secretariat/board and their staff were also considered. This article will focus on the latter aspects.
Municipal education policies; Institutional capability; Government programs and projects
