#public-education

#public-education

Quality of public education in the US has declined despite increased resources.

American students are performing poorly in math and reading compared to international counterparts. [ more ]

Charter schools receive government funding but operate independently from the Department of Education.

There are 274 charter schools in New York City. [ more ]

Public education in the US is failing children and there are stark gaps in educational equity.

Public charter schools face higher accountability standards and scrutiny compared to district schools. [ more ]

Ten Republican-led states have passed universal school choice since 2021

Republican lawmakers who are teachers-union allies may need to be defeated in primary elections for school choice to pass

Opponents of school choice argue that rural areas have few private options, but universal school choice would create new private options and improve public education through competition. [ more ]

Consider the impact on public education if religious-run institutions were dropped into public schools.

The same is true for nursing homes and care facilities. [ more ]

Lawmakers failed to extend the state-sponsored tax credit scholarship program, Invest in Kids, which provided low-income families with better education options.

Supporters believe it was the first time a voucher program has been discontinued. [ more ]