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How Iowa’s School Money Helps Families Pick the Right Classroom

April 27, 2026

Many Iowa families now have a new way to pay for private school or other learning options, thanks to a program called Education Savings Accounts. Instead of being stuck in one school just because it’s close to home, parents can use about $8, 000 per child each year to cover tuition, books, tutors, o

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A Waukegan school turns sunshine into student support

April 3, 2026

A high school in Waukegan made a smart move by putting 932 solar panels on its big roof. The school used to pay a lot for electricity—now it saves over $94, 000 every year. That money now helps teens from families with fewer resources go to college instead of going toward power bills. The panels do

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Parents Decide: Why Louisiana Should Fund the GATOR Program

February 15, 2026

The idea is simple: parents should guide their children’s schooling, not the state. Louisiana lawmakers are urged to approve Governor Landry’s request for full funding of the GATOR initiative, a popular school‑choice program. Last year, the Senate President hesitated to meet the budget request, but

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North Texas Private Schools Embrace State Funding

January 17, 2026

A significant shift is happening in North Texas' education landscape. Over 250 private schools in the area have enrolled in a new state program. This program allows them to receive public funds. The program is similar to school vouchers. It was approved by Governor Greg Abbott last year. Starting in

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Iowa's Democrats Push for Change: Health Care Over School Vouchers

January 15, 2026

Iowa's Democrats have a bold plan. They want to use money from education savings accounts (ESAs) to help with health care. Right now, 41, 044 students use these accounts to pay for private school. That costs the state $327. 9 million. Democrats say they could use some of that money to help over 100,

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Texas' New School Voucher Program: What Families Should Know

December 23, 2025

Texas is set to launch a new education savings account (ESA) program in the 2026-27 school year. This program will allow families to use public funds for private school tuition, homeschooling, or other educational expenses. The application process for families will open on February 4, while accredit

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Maryland's Bold Step: Modernizing Education with a New Office

August 3, 2025

Maryland is shaking things up! The state is looking for a fresh, modern office space for the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). This isn't just about a new address. It's about giving educators a better workspace and saving money. The current building, the Nancy S. Gransmick Building, is

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Texas School Choice: A New Path for Education

May 4, 2025

Texas has taken a big step in education with a new program that lets families use public money for private school. This program, known as an Education Savings Account (ESA), is almost open to everyone. It's expected to be one of the largest of its kind in the country. The governor, Greg Abbott, sig

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Texas Schools: Big Changes on the Horizon

February 21, 2025

Texas is buzzing with education talks. Lawmakers are looking to shake things up with a bunch of new bills. One big issue is money. Schools are feeling the pinch with budgets that haven't changed since 2019. Inflation is making things tough, and some districts are even talking about closing schools.

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Texas Lawmakers Push for School Choice: A New Era for Education?

February 21, 2025

Texas is buzzing with talk about school choice. The state's House Speaker, Dustin Burrows, recently declared that this legislative session is all about pushing for a private-school voucher program. He believes that the time has finally come for families to have more options in education. Burrows ma

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