Texas Reports Record Surge of School Choice Program Applications

The $1 billion program funds school vouchers and other options.
Texas Reports Record Surge of School Choice Program Applications
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott shares his plans for school choice at Power Empowerment Night in Tyler, Texas, on March 10, 2023. Courtesy of the Office of Gov. Greg Abbott
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Texas made history last week after more than 42,000 families applied for the state’s universal school choice program as soon as the application window opened, acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock announced.

“This record-breaking response shows a powerful groundswell across our state of parents who are excited about the freedom to choose the best possible education for their child, and we’re proud to deliver a program that puts students first,” he said in a Feb. 5 statement.

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