Texas is rolling out a new education program called the Texas Education Freedom Accounts. This program, which starts in the 2026-27 school year, is like a voucher system. It lets parents use state money for private school or homeschooling. The Texas Educational Agency is holding meetings to explain
Texas is about to start a big new school voucher program called the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA). This $1. 1 billion initiative, supported by Governor Greg Abbott, will start taking applications on February 4. Families have until March 17 to apply, but there's a cap of 90, 000 students fo
Arkansas public schools are seeing fewer students than they have in two decades. The state's education department reports that the number of K-12 students in public schools has dropped to 465, 421 this year. That's nearly 9, 000 fewer students than last year. The decline isn't just happening in one
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
A significant change in education funding is on the horizon. A proposal to allocate $5 billion for private school tuition, home-schooling resources, and online learning programs is gaining traction. This move could see every state in the country offering vouchers for the first time. This is a big
A major debate is brewing in Washington as House Republicans push for a $5 billion yearly fund. This money would go towards scholarships for families wanting to send their kids to private or religious schools. This is a big deal because it's the first time such a large amount of public money is be
The early hours of Thursday morning brought a significant victory for school vouchers in Texas. This win marked a pivotal moment, as Texas was the last major Republican-led state to adopt this policy. Now, the focus shifts to the national stage, where voucher supporters are pushing for broader accep
In a move that will change the education landscape, Tennessee's lawmakers have expanded the use of vouchers. This expansion happens because Tennessee's Governor Bill Lee has pushed for a larger school voucher program. He has the same views that many Republicans have. This group has shown
In the United States, the debate surrounding education has been a longstanding issue. With the rise of voucher programs, churches are taking matters into their own hands. Vouchers, which provide financial assistance to families who want to send their children to private schools, have given churches
