A good education is foundational for a child’s future. By setting the stage for success, quality K-12 education can be a difference maker in strengthening communities and safeguarding the future of our nation. Unfortunately, many parents across America have little say over their children’s education due to socioeconomic status or a lack of options where they live.To make matters worse, challenges stemming from lack of access to quality education have been exacerbated by learning loss from COVID-era school closures.
As a member of Congress, I recognize my responsibility to find ways to help more families pursue the best possible educational opportunities for their children within a federal system which rightfully leaves most day-to-day details of education to the states.
To accomplish this, we need to think differently and take advantage of new ideas. To improve K-12 student outcomes, increasing the number of options available to families across America is key to improving education for students in public, private, homeschool, and other settings.
