237.20—What are the statewide panels?
(a)
Recipients of Christa McAuliffe Fellowships in each State are selected by a seven-member statewide panel appointed by the chief State elected official, acting in consultation with the State educational agency (SEA), or by an existing panel designated by the chief State elected official and approved by the Secretary.
(b)
The statewide panel must be representative of school administrators, teachers, parents, and institutions of higher education.