MONTPELIER, Vt., Jan. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Gov. Scott has
proclaimed Jan. 23-29 to be "Vermont
School Choice Week," recognizing the essential role K-12
educational choice plays in the lives of children, parents, and
teachers across the state.
In the Green Mountain State, this marks the fifth consecutive
year that School Choice Week has been officially proclaimed. Gov.
Scott's proclamation coincides with the twelfth annual National
School Choice Week, a public awareness effort that raises awareness
about options and opportunity in K-12 education. Nationwide, more
than 30 governors have issued proclamations in a bipartisan show of
support for the Week.
Vermont parents, schools, and
other organizers have planned 45 of the more than 26,000 events
planned across the country to celebrate School Choice Week. These
range from school pep rallies and open houses to at-home activities
and virtual contests. The celebrations aim to bring parents
actionable information about public, private, virtual, and home
learning options, so that every parent can find the best learning
fit for their child.
"We are excited that Vermont
parents are so enthusiastic about school choice, and we're grateful
to Gov. Scott for formally recognizing the Week," said Andrew Campanella, president of National School
Choice Week. "We wish Vermont
families the best as they explore their education options and work
to increase opportunities for all children."
National School Choice Week shines a spotlight on effective K-12
education options for children. As a not-for-profit effort, the
Week focuses equally on traditional public, charter, magnet,
online, private, and home education options. Every January,
participants plan tens of thousands of events and activities ––
such as school fairs, open houses, and student showcases –– to
raise awareness about school choice across all 50 states.
Year-round, National School Choice Week develops resources and
guides to assist families searching for schools or learning
environments for their children. The effort is nonpolitical and
nonpartisan and does not advocate for legislation.
For more information, visit schoolchoiceweek.com/vermont.
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