Keeping Florida at the Forefront of Educational Freedom
June 2, 2025
Florida's commitment to educational freedom has positioned it as a national leader in school choice. With over 500,000 students benefiting from Education Savings Accounts (ESAs), families have the flexibility to tailor education to their children's unique needs. However, recent legislative proposals aim to cap ESA programs and introduce additional requirements, potentially hindering access for many families. Such measures could reverse the progress made in providing diverse educational opportunities. Maintaining and expanding educational freedom ensures that parents remain at the forefront of their children's learning journey, fostering environments where students can thrive.
Blueprint for Boundaryless Education: Lessons from Arizona
April 8, 2025
Arizona’s open enrollment system didn’t become a cultural juggernaut by accident—it’s a machine built on legal and practical gears that lawmakers elsewhere can study, tweak, or replicate. For lawmakers and their staff skeptical of disrupting traditional district models, Arizona offers a blueprint that’s worked for 30 years. It’s not perfect, and it’s not without faults, but it’s a functioning model that balances parental demand with district stability. Here’s how it works—and where it stumbles. The legal structure prioritizes clarity and portability. Arizona’s school funding formula allows state dollars to follow students across district lines with minimal complexity, reducing barriers to…
Championing Equal Rights in Education: Welcoming No More Lines Ambassador Imanee McCoy-Meadows
February 25, 2025
With five years of experience in industrial engineering and manufacturing, Imanee McCoy-Meadows brings a unique skill set to the table. Her background in problem-solving and efficiency isn’t confined to the factory floor—it extends into her passion for expanding educational opportunities for kids in her community. Imanee has successfully led impactful initiatives and fostered deep community engagement, and her analytical expertise now serves a higher purpose: ensuring that every child has access to the best possible learning environment for their needs. The Heart of Her Advocacy: Personal Experience and Professional Resolve Imanee’s journey into education advocacy is deeply personal. Growing up…
