Empowering Every Kid: 2024’s Path to Transforming Education
September 17, 2024
2023 saw historic progress in education freedom, and 2024 kept the momentum going. Several states passed transformative policies, empowering families and students nationwide. These changes are popular – as demonstrated by family demand and broad support from elected officials. Key Wins: New ESA Programs: Alabama & Louisiana both passed programs that are on the path to ensuring every family in their state has access to full educational freedom. Program Expansion: Missouri and West Virginia both saw significant program expansion, West Virginia expanding the Hope Scholarship to all school-aged children starting in 2026. More States Champion No More Lines: Over 700,000…
It’s time for education freedom in Missouri
September 13, 2024
Mike Kehoe has been a champion for education freedom and Missouri families," said Shannon Pahls, public affairs director, yes. every kid. "No one knows the unique needs of a child better than their family; Mike Kehoe understands that. It's time to empower every student and family in Missouri with education freedom." A recent poll conducted by yes. every kid. foundation. found that a majority of Americans (63%), including Democrats, Independents, and Republicans, support expanding access to education savings accounts. That same poll found that Americans believe increased educational options would improve education overall. https://youtu.be/SIjmw5oIfQs
Expand Education Freedom Account eligibility in New Hampshire
April 10, 2024
The New Hampshire Legislature has an opportunity to give more children an opportunity to access a best-fit education. HB 1665 would expand eligibility for the state’s Education Freedom Account (EFA) program to 500%, ensuring more than 60% of New Hampshire kids can use the program. Currently, fewer than half of students in New Hampshire are eligible for the EFA program, which is limited only to students from families that earn no more than 350% of the federal poverty level. That comes to $109,200 for a family of four—less than the average annual household income of a firefighter married to a…
