School Choice Forum
Schedule
Wed Jan 08 2025 at 06:00 pm to 07:30 pm
UTC-06:00Location
111 E. Main St., Murfreesboro, TN | Murfreesboro, TN
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Here are some key benefits of school choice:1. Empowers Families
• Parents can choose the best educational setting for their child, whether it’s public, private, charter, magnet, or homeschooling.
2. Promotes Innovation
• Schools are encouraged to develop unique programs and teaching methods to attract and retain students.
3. Improves Academic Outcomes
• Competition among schools often leads to higher academic performance and accountability.
4. Reduces Geographic Barriers
• Students aren’t limited to attending schools based on their home address, offering access to better educational opportunities.
5. Supports Diverse Needs
• Families can select schools that cater to specific interests, such as STEM, arts, or language immersion, or to special learning needs.
6. Encourages Equity
• Provides low-income families with access to schools that might otherwise be out of reach, leveling the playing field.
7. Enhances Parental Involvement
• Parents are more engaged when they have a say in where and how their children are educated.
8. Stimulates Economic Growth
• A better-educated population contributes to workforce development and economic prosperity.
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Where is it happening?
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