Expressing support for the designation of the week of January 25 through January 31, 2026, as National School Choice Week.
Summary
This House Resolution expresses support for designating January 25-31, 2026, as "National School Choice Week." It aims to raise public awareness of the benefits of diverse educational options. The resolution encourages parents to explore available education choices for their children.
Expected Effects
If passed, the resolution would formally recognize and promote National School Choice Week. This could lead to increased awareness and discussion about educational options. It may also encourage more families to consider alternatives to traditional public schools.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness of educational options for parents.
- Recognition of the efforts of students, parents, teachers, and school leaders in various educational environments.
- Encouragement for parents to actively engage in choosing the best education for their children.
- Promotion of diverse educational environments including public, charter, private, and homeschooling.
- Celebration of the benefits of educational choice through planned events.
Potential Disadvantages
- The resolution is largely symbolic and does not allocate funding or enact specific policies.
- May be perceived as promoting alternatives to traditional public schools, potentially drawing resources away from them.
- Could create division among those who support different educational approaches.
- May not address the underlying issues of inequitable access to quality education for all students.
- The focus on choice might overshadow the need for overall improvement in the public education system.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with the general principles of promoting the general welfare and securing the blessings of liberty, as stated in the Preamble of the US Constitution. While the Constitution does not explicitly address education, the Tenth Amendment reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states or the people, which could include education. The resolution does not violate any specific constitutional provision.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).