Opening Doors for More Kids in 2026
January 26, 2026
by Danielle Trevino, director of communications After years of wins for education freedom, 2026 reflects sustained momentum and continued growth. Education freedom is no longer theoretical. It is real, established, and already making a difference in the lives of millions of children across the country. That momentum is showing up in states in different ways. Some are refining and expanding existing programs. Others are introducing new tools that give families greater flexibility and control. What unites these efforts is a shared confidence that education policy works best when families have meaningful options and clear pathways to access them. In Idaho, families responded quickly to the…
Iowans Want Lawmakers to Keep Moving Education Freedom Forward
March 2, 2026
by Meaghan O'Brien, government affairs director Iowa has taken important steps to expand education opportunities for students and families—and strong leadership has made that possible. Governor Kim Reynolds has helped position Iowa as a national leader in education freedom by championing policies that empower families and put students first. Her commitment to expanding opportunities has opened doors for families across the state and created new pathways for students to learn in environments where they can thrive. Across Iowa, more parents are finding learning environments that reflect their children’s individual needs, and more students are discovering places where they can grow, build confidence,…
Missouri’s Chance to Expand Public School Access
January 22, 2026
by Shannon Pahls, public affairs director During his 2026 State of the State address, Governor Mike Kehoe laid out a broad agenda for Missouri’s future. Among the priorities he highlighted was giving families more choice and flexibility within the public school system, specifically through open enrollment policies. In his address, he stated: “Open enrollment gives families the freedom to choose the public school that best meets their child’s needs, regardless of ZIP code. It’s about fairness. It’s about access. And it’s about making sure no child’s future is limited by their address.” This message speaks directly to what open enrollment…
