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…
When Education Leadership Becomes Legacy
January 30, 2026
by Danielle Trevino, director of communications Education decisions matter most when they empower families—not just today, but over time. Across the country, governors have advanced education policies that center on family decision-making and expand access to learning options statewide. For a number of governors now serving their final year in office, education freedom will be a defining feature of their legacy, shaping real outcomes for families and kids for years to come. Alabama Governor Kay Ivey Alabama’s CHOOSE Act established statewide access to education choice, creating a durable framework that empowers families to direct resources toward learning environments that fit their children. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Florida’s education choice framework is widely regarded as the most…
Looking Ahead to 2026 Legislative Sessions & Midterms
December 22, 2025
by Matt Frendewey One week ago, yes. every kid. foundation. released its fourth national poll for the year, on the heels of 14 state polls, and more than 60 interviews with parents across the country. Taken together, the findings point to a simple conclusion: public opinion is ahead of the public policy landscape, and that gap creates both a legislative and political opportunity heading into 2026. As state legislatures convene and campaigns begin to take shape, lawmakers will face frustrated families, tighter budgets, and declining trust in institutions. The question is no longer whether the K-12 system needs to change. It is…
