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CAPE was pleased to join members of Congress and school choice advocates at the Capitol yesterday in support of bringing educational choice to families nationwide!

Was honored to join representatives of Agudath Israel for lunch before they headed to Capitol Hill in support of school choice. Here CAPE Board member David Zwiebel introduces Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana, sponsor of the Educational Choice for Children Act.

Education freedom is on the move across the country! It’s very popular in most states because parents want the ability to choose the best education for their kids, including private schools.

ICYMI: Here’s a great video about the value of Catholic education!

Leaders of the TX House announced this week they have the votes to pass school choice! This would be the largest day-one launch of any ESA program in the country. During the recent committee hearing, @MattTisk, a board member of our TX affiliate, @TXPrivateSchool, testified:

PRIVATE SCHOOL SPOTLIGHT 🔦 At St. John Paul II Catholic School, students live out the Corporal Works of Mercy: From PreK/K preparing 150+ sandwiches for the homeless, to 7th grade upcycling clothes for charity—they're leading with service and compassion!

The debate over private school choice in Idaho heats up as lawmakers advocate for $50M in funding, while Governor Brad Little pushes for strict standards of fairness, transparency, and accountability. idahoednews.org/top-news/what-…

The U.S. Department of Education highlights diverse K-12 options for parents. Over 14 MILLION students benefit! ow.ly/hwwx50UOeWa.

CAPE was pleased to be on Capitol Hill today to hear @SenatorTimScott and @SenBillCassidy, and former counselor to President Trump Kellyanne Conway (@KellyannePolls), talk about the importance of school choice.

Thousands of K-12 students gathered at the Utah Capitol for National School Choice Week, advocating for education options that best fit their needs. Utah is expanding school choice and empowering families. ksl.com/article/512341…

“The temporary pause does not impact Title I, IDEA, or other formula grants, nor does it apply to Federal Pell Grants and Direct Loans under Title IV [of the Higher Education Act],” Education Department spokesperson Madi Biedermann said in a statement. cnbc.com/2025/01/28/edu…

Texas lawmakers are pushing for $1B in funding for school choice programs, aiming to give families access to private education options and empower them to choose the best fit for their children. cbsaustin.com/news/local/tex…

National School Choice Week is a chance to explore all the education options available to families. For parents like Bridget Busby, having choices like online school is empowering and helps find the best fit for their child’s needs. wsfa.com/2025/01/27/ala…

Private schools play a vital role in empowering parents to choose the best education for their children. This #SchoolChoiceWeek, let’s celebrate the freedom to find the right fit for every student, no matter their zip code. 🏫📚

First, the pandemic harmed student achievement. Second, the lowest performing students were hit hardest. Third, test scores for many groups—and especially for lower-performers—were already declining before the pandemic. aei.org/education/tims….

PRIVATE SCHOOL SPOTLIGHT🔦 Saint Viator, a 2024 National Blue Ribbon School, hosted its annual Alumni Panel with grads from 2022-2024. They shared valuable advice on college applications and life after high school. A great way to guide future leaders!

The Alabama Department of Revenue manages the CHOOSE Act, which provides ESAs to eligible K-12 students to help pay for school tuition, tutoring, educational therapies and other qualified education expenses at approved education service providers across the state.

South Carolina is hard at work finding a way to give families choices. youtube.com/watch?v=_Tw5Yv…

When it comes to a child’s education, the solution isn’t one size fits all. Private schools allow for personalized learning experiences necessary for any kid to excel! Ready to unlock your child’s potential?

Recent Title IX changes have been struck down by a federal court. Fisher Phillips offers insights below and what it means for your school ↙️ fisherphillips.com/en/news-insigh…