THIS WEEK: 366 Events and Activities in Connecticut to Raise Awareness About School Choice

Constitution State Parents Will Discover Education Options for Children During National School Choice Week

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Jan 18, 2019, 08:00 ET

HARTFORD, Conn., Jan. 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Students, parents, teachers, and community leaders are celebrating options in K-12 education during School Choice Week.

The Week will feature 366 events and activities across the Constitution State, including open house events at schools, school fairs, homeschool information sessions, and other celebrations.

Nationwide, 40,549 events and activities are being organized to raise awareness during National School Choice Week (Jan. 20-26, 2019), and 10.8 million Americans are expected to participate. It will be the largest series of education-related events and activities in U.S. history.

In Connecticut, there are many educational options, including traditional public schools, public charter schools, public magnet schools, private schools, online learning, and homeschooling.

On the local level, elected officials and community leaders are recognizing the importance of educational opportunity by officially recognizing the Week. The cities of Anosonia, North Canaan, and North Haven have issued proclamations recognizing School Choice Week in their community.

Celebrated since 2011, National School Choice Week is an independent public awareness effort. The Week is nonpartisan and nonpolitical, and it is not related to any legislative advocacy campaign.

"National School Choice Week provides a chance for Connecticut parents to evaluate the different schools for their children so that they can find the best match," said National School Choice Week President Andrew Campanella.

To download a guide to school choice or learn more about featured events in the Constitution State, visit schoolchoiceweek.com/states/connecticut.

National School Choice Week is an independent public awareness effort designed to shine a spotlight on effective education options for children. National School Choice Week celebrates all types of school options, including traditional public schools, public charter schools, public magnet schools, private schools, online academies, and homeschooling. Learn more at www.schoolchoiceweek.com.

SOURCE National School Choice Week