School choice provides parents with the opportunity to select an educational environment that best meets the unique needs of their children. By allowing parents to choose from a variety of schooling options such as public, private, charter, or homeschooling, school choice fosters a sense of empowerment and involvement in a child’s education. It encourages healthy competition among schools, leading to improved quality of education and innovative teaching methods. Additionally, school choice promotes diversity and inclusivity, as it allows students from different backgrounds to access tailored educational experiences. Ultimately, school choice empowers parents to make informed decisions and ensures that every child has the opportunity to receive a high-quality education that aligns with their individual learning styles and aspirations.
“Hear My Heart” – A Must Watch!
Success Story from Goldsboro NC.
Video by: Parents for Educational Freedom in North Carolina
National, Long-term Success Stories:
Arizona is a Model for School Choice.
Florida Sets Shining Example on School Choice. Here’s How.
Mailer Sources:
Gov. Cooper FALSE Claim:
Most private schools are not better than our public schools.1
TRUTH:
National studies show private schools do have better outcomes. Private school students score better on standardized tests in almost all subjects. “On college entry tests such as the SAT, NAIS found that students in private schools consistently outperformed their public school peers in all subject areas.” 2
Voucher recipients of lower socioeconomic backgrounds were less likely to ever fail a course or be suspended from high school and were more likely to enroll in college within one year of high school graduation.2
Josh Stein FALSE Claim:
Vouchers Violate the NC Constitution3
TRUTH:
The North Carolina Supreme Court has ruled that the state’s Opportunity Scholarship Program is constitutional.4
Gov. Cooper FALSE Claim:
Voucher money is going to millionaires.5
TRUTH:
The Opportunity Scholarship prioritizes
low-income households. $44,299 was the average household income of Opportunity Scholarship program recipients for the 2021-22 school year.6
Josh Stein FALSE Claim:
Vouchers use public $ for small unaccredited schools with uncertified teachers, nonstandard curriculum & no public accountability.7
Truth:
Private Schools that enroll Opportunity Scholarship Program recipients are held accountable and must meet academic and financial requirements as stated in
North Carolina General Statutes § 115C-562.8 Private school grade K-12 Requirements.9
Gov. Cooper chose to send his child to private school – shouldn’t you get the same choice?10
Competition makes public schools better11, 12
Michael Lee is a strong supporter and primary sponsor of North Carolina’s Opportunity Scholarships, which prioritize low and middle-income families with scholarships to a school of their choice if the local public school doesn’t meet their needs.13
