Charter school students and their parents will rally at the State Capitol building at 9 a.m. Monday, Jan. 22, celebrating the type of education they have chosen. A press conference will begin at 11 a.m.
WHAT:
- Rally and press conference at the Capitol
WHO:
- Roger Brainerd, president of Maine Association for Charter Schools
- State lawmakers and Capitol staff
- Parents and students
WHEN:
- Monday, Jan. 22
- Rally: 9 a.m.
- Press conference: 11 a.m.
WHERE:
- State Capitol building in Augusta
Held every January, National School Choice Week is an independent public awareness effort designed to shine a positive spotlight on effective education options for every child. Through thousands of independently planned events across the country, National School Choice Week raises public awareness of all types of educational choices available to children. These options include traditional public schools, public charter schools, public magnet schools, online learning, private schools, and homeschooling.
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Contacts:
Ryan Gough, 515-867-1997
ryan@publicschooloptions.org
