Equal Education Now!

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.

School choice initiatives are making progress in both houses of the Missouri legislature. Last week, the Senate Ways and Means Committee approved SB160. This bill will create Missouri’s first ever Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA). It is expected to be heard on the Senate floor next week. On Tuesday, the House Education Committee approved HB581. This […]

It is that time of year again. We are not talking about buying roses and chocolates (although you should do that). No, sadly, it is time of year when the education bureaucracy starts filling inboxes and legislator’s heads with tons of misinformation in order to protect the status quo and their bottom lines. This week […]

Rural and urban. Conservative and liberal. Parents and school administrators. Teachers and nonprofits. Men and women. Black and white. On Tuesday, people from almost every demographic and sector spoke before the Missouri House Education Committee with one clear message: “Help more Missourians have access to charter schools!” The hearing focused on HB581 which would increase […]