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More than 60% of U.S. parents of school-aged children considered sending at least one of their children to a different school last year, according to the National School Choice Awareness Foundation’s January 2025 survey. This census-balanced survey of 2,873 parents of school aged children found that military families, younger parents, and Black moms and dads […]
More than half (59%) of U.S. parents who identify as Asian-American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) indicated that they considered new schools for at least one of the children in their household last year, according to a new survey released by the National School Choice Awareness Foundation (NSCAF). The survey, of 585 AAPI parents, paints a […]
When it comes to K–12 school choice, Black parents are more likely to search for new schools for their children than any other demographic group. According to a recent survey of 552 Black parents of school-aged children in the United States, conducted by the National School Choice Awareness Foundation, 68% of Black parents said they […]
National School Choice Week (NSCW) is the largest celebration of education opportunities and highlights the importance of empowering families to choose the best educational environments for their children. This effort stands out due to its empowering approach, offering families information on learning options while celebrating the achievements of students and educators nationwide. The Week’s events […]
National School Choice Week 2025 is approaching in just a few weeks, and I am thrilled about what’s shaping up to take place across the country. Out of tens of thousands of events taking place in a single week, 67 large-scale “flagship” events are planned in 39 states. As the Director of Awareness Events on the […]
Parental involvement is a cornerstone of student success. When schools actively encourage and facilitate meaningful family participation, the entire educational community benefits. From improved academic performance to better behavioral outcomes, the positive effects of engaged parents are undeniable. Schools and districts nationwide are finding creative ways to inspire family involvement. The Importance of Encouraging Parental […]
The Pelican State’s K-12 educational opportunities are expanding! Louisiana has taken a significant step forward in providing better educational opportunities by enacting the Louisiana Giving All True Opportunity to Rise Scholarship (LA GATOR) Program (named after the official state reptile). This groundbreaking bill establishes a new private school choice program known as an Education Savings […]
“ESAs are private school choice programs in which parents are given access to funds to pay for approved educational expenses. This allows them to choose and customize an education that best fits their child’s needs.” Education Freedom Account, Education Scholarship Account, and Empowerment Scholarship Account—these variations of names reflect a growing type of school choice […]
As the school year comes to a close, it’s a great time to acknowledge and celebrate the achievements, personal growth, and special moments of students and families. From planning fun activities and thoughtful recognitions to creating time for reflection, here are ten creative and enjoyable ideas to make the end of the year meaningful and […]
Teacher Appreciation Week, celebrated from May 6th to May 10th, was a special time for schools to recognize the hard work and dedication of their educators. Our participating All Star schools went above and beyond, ensuring that the week was filled with memorable celebrations and heartfelt gestures of gratitude. From delicious treats to creative themes, […]
New educational opportunities for K-12 students in the Show Me state are on the horizon! Thanks to SB 727, a 176-page bill signed into law, more families across Missouri will soon have access to the MOScholars Empowerment program and public charter school opportunities than ever before. Let’s explore what this means for families statewide. What […]