Every Child Deserves a School that Fits

Finding the school that best fits your child’s needs is the most important part of ensuring they have a good educational future. In Missouri, your choice of school options depends largely on where you live. Check out our guide to what your options are and get tips on how to find the best school!

Whether your child attends a traditional district school, a charter school, or a private school, having good information on the schools' quality is vital to making sure your child is prepared for the future. Strong and transparent performance data is also key to ensuring the educational system is effective and efficient.

When families have educational options, they will be empowered to make a school choice that meets their student’s unique needs. A student’s right to an education should include all high-quality options that will meet their needs, including district, public charter, virtual, and private school options.

Wednesday, January 28th, the Missouri State Capitol became a vibrant celebration of educational opportunity as students, families, and educators gathered for “Freedom to Thrive,” a rally marking National School Choice Week (NSCW) that featured amazing student performances and a keynote by Governor Mike Kehoe. The event brought together ten schools and many supporters from across […]

The 2026 legislative session is off to a powerful start for school choice in Missouri. In just the second week of session, families and educators from across the state gathered at the Capitol to support expanded access to the MOScholars program, and their voices made an undeniable impact. The committee hearing focused on legislation sponsored […]

A recent opinion piece from The 74million raised a concern that hits close to home for many families: fewer parents are reading to their young children.  According to a recent HarperCollins survey, only 41% of children under age 4 are being read to daily. Even more concerning, 1 in 5 parents rarely or never read […]