In too many urban areas, “choice” is a code word for takeovers and closures that force students and families out of the school communities they know and love.
Most Americans believe in freedom, equality, and equal opportunity for all. We believe that everyone should have a say over how their communities and country is run, and we believe that your own talent, skills and effort should determine how far you go in life—not who your parents are, or your background, or other things you can’t control.
How does a school community stop their school from being closed, and even secure additional resources to create the school they’ve envisioned? By coming together and taking action.