This Independence Day, Free Every Child from Invisible Lines
July 4, 2025
By Imanee McCoy-Meadows Two hundred forty-nine years ago, our nation was founded on a revolutionary principle: every individual has the inherent dignity to shape their own destiny. As we celebrate America’s birth in liberty this Independence Day, we must confront a persistent injustice: too many futures are bound by ZIP code. As a young girl, my dreams outgrew the boundaries of my neighborhood school, dictated solely by my address. Crossing a district line to access an advanced program was truly a lifeline to opportunity. That single choice unlocked doors to a future I could only imagine. Today, as a mother…
Beyond Boundaries: Arizona’s Choice-Driven Future
March 31, 2025
Education should be truly boundless, no matter a student’s address, ability, wealth, or family status. If you want to see this vision in practice, look no further than my home state of Arizona. Our three-decades-old, universal open enrollment policy has contributed to a sincere evolution in the culture of K-12 education. It’s turned education freedom into a statewide norm. For bold lawmakers and reformers eager to rethink education’s frontiers, Arizona offers a glimpse of what’s possible when environment drives culture—and how that culture paves the way for even bigger changes. For the last few years, the state has published an…
Republican Governors Lead the Charge for Education Freedom
February 14, 2025
Every family should have the freedom to find the education that best fits their child’s unique needs. Leaders across the nation are working to ensure that: Parents have the power to choose the right education for their child. Family income or ZIP code no longer determines access to educational opportunities. Policies prioritize students and families, giving them the tools they need to succeed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PiWOwhX51A This movement is about expanding choices and creating opportunities so every child can thrive.
