National School Choice Week is coming up next week, and there are several celebrations planned to celebrate school choice options in Michigan.
This annual awareness campaign is designed to let parents and families know about their educational options and celebrate the many ways you can legally educate your children in your state.
According to SchoolChoiceWeek.com, “Families in Michigan can choose from traditional public schools, public charter schools, public magnet schools, private schools, online academies, and homeschooling.”
On Thursday, January 27th, an event is planned at the State Capitol in Lansing where students and educators will be sharing what makes their schools unique. During the event, families can explore displays, hear from speakers and supporters of educational choice, and meet legislators. The event is sponsored by Parent Advocates for Choice in Education.
As alternatives to the traditional public school system, St. Clair County has four charter schools: East Shore Leadership Academy, Landmark Academy, Virtual Learning Academy, St. Clair County Intervention Academy, and Success Virtual Learning Center. It is home to several private schools through religious organizations both denominational and non-denominational. The county also has a homeschooling support group for home educators called Christian Home Educators of the Blue Water Area.
Reporting for WGRT – Jessie Wiegand
