Shaping Tomorrow: Policy Paths for a Choice-Driven System
May 7, 2025
Arizona’s progress toward a boundary-free education system illuminates three essential policy considerations for lawmakers aiming to replicate its success. First, Don’t Leave Your Backpack! Prioritize long-term equity over short-term expediency. Second, Crawl, Walk, then Run! Lay out a blueprint and capitalize on incremental reforms. Finally, Cheer on The Heroes! Acknowledge the importance of our public schools andreinforce gains through advocacy. These principles, drawn from 30 years of experience, offer a strategic approach to expanding student choice in public schools. Don’t Leave Your Backpack! There are few slogans easier to parrot and more difficult to implement than backpack funding for students.…
No More Lines: Empower Missouri Families
March 31, 2025
Every Missouri child deserves a fair shot. Currently, outdated school district lines limit a family's ability to choose the best public school for their child. These lines don’t reflect Missouri values —opportunity, fairness, and freedom for families to make decisions that work best for them. It’s time to break down these barriers. What’s the issue? Many students are assigned to a school based solely on their address, even if another public school nearby would be a better fit. These boundary lines often limit access, especially for working families and rural communities. What’s the solution? Open enrollment: a simple, common-sense policy that empowers families to enroll their…
Pass Senate Bill 2400: Expand Education Freedom in North Dakota
February 21, 2025
Education freedom policies are transforming opportunities for families across the country. Governor Kelly Armstrong has been a strong advocate for education freedom in North Dakota, working to ensure families have more choices and students have the best chance to succeed. Governor Armstrong and President Trump know that families—not bureaucrats—should decide how and where their children learn. That’s why they’ve championed policies that put parents in control. https://youtu.be/NINr-sryDMQ Now is the time for North Dakota to pass Senate Bill 2400 and expand education freedom, giving every family the opportunity to help their children thrive.
