National School Choice Week (January 21-27, 2024) shines a spotlight on the importance of educational options for families across America. In Kansas, this celebration highlights the significance of education choice as parents, educators, and advocates come together to support expanded educational opportunities.
Current School Choice Options in Kansas
Kansas families currently have access to several educational options:
School choice programs empower Kansas families to select the educational path that best suits their children's needs. This personalized approach can lead to:
- Improved academic outcomes
- Greater parent satisfaction
- Increased educational innovation
- Enhanced opportunities for underserved communities
Special Events in Kansas
This year, Kansas is hosting two major events to celebrate educational freedom:
Exploration Place Celebration: WISE (Wichita Innovative Schools & Education) is organizing an interactive event at Exploration Place, bringing together families, educators, and community leaders to explore various educational options available in Kansas. The event is on January 30th from 9 am to 3 pm for students from non-traditional learning environments.
Capitol Rally: An uplifting gathering showcasing the support for school choice in Kansas. This event will take place at the Kansas State Capitol, where advocates will gather to voice their support for educational freedom and discuss the future of education in the state. The event is being held on January 28th from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm.
There are several ways to participate in National School Choice Week in Kansas:
By participating in National School Choice Week, you're joining thousands of Kansans in supporting educational freedom and helping to shape the future of education in our state.
At Lily Lake, we believe every family should be empowered to choose the educational path that best suits their families. We are here to provide your family with the support needed to make those choices. We foster a child-led learning environment, a supportive homeschool space, and a network of families who share our vision of “childhood untrammeled.”