American Enterprise Institute Hosts Panel On Expanding School Choice |
posted by: Ruthie | January 28, 2014, 10:06 PM |
The Scholarship for Kids Act is designed to grant a $2,100 federal scholarship to low income students to attend any accredited school of their choice. “Education equality is a principal of our country, and a right of every child,” said Senator Lamar when introducing the measure. The plan will redirect 41% federal K-12 programs to the 20% of children considered impoverished. Senator Lamar continued to tout the merits of school choice in promoting competition among schools, growing career readiness in students, and increasing graduation rates. Similarly, Senator Scott spoke about his own experience with school choice growing up on a military base. Having failed out of high school, having a fresh opportunity to attend a school out of his military base zone allowed him to graduate and go on to start his own business. He also cited Indiana’s use of school choice to create opportunities and it’s wide success. Click here to watch the entire panel discussion. Click here to read more about the Scholarship for Kids Act. Are you celebrating National School Choice Week? Visit their website for more information.
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