President Donald J. Trump has officially proclaimed January 26 to February 1, 2025, as National School Choice Week, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to empowering parents with the freedom to choose the best educational options for their children. In a proclamation issued today, President Trump emphasized the importance of educational freedom in fostering prosperity, safety, and innovation in America.
In his proclamation, President Trump highlighted the critical role of education in shaping the future of the nation. “Throughout our Nation’s history, our schools have been the gateway to the American Dream, the portal to American prosperity, and the foundation of the American spirit,” he stated. “During this National School Choice Week, we reaffirm our commitment to empowering American parents with the freedom to choose the education that best suits their values, matches their children’s needs, and equips their families to lead long, flourishing, and fulfilling lives.”
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The president underscored the progress made during his first term, noting that dozens of states enacted school choice programs that empowered millions of parents and inspired children to pursue their dreams. However, he acknowledged that more work remains to be done. “As we return authority over education from Washington to the States, and from bureaucrats to parents, I recommit to working with State and Federal lawmakers to provide educational freedom for every American family,” Trump declared.
President Trump outlined the tangible benefits of school choice, including higher graduation rates, improved academic performance, and increased competition among schools. He also linked school choice to enhanced safety, as it allows parents to play a primary role in protecting their children.
“Freedom in education leads to higher graduation rates, increased competition among schools, and improved reading and math scores,” the proclamation stated. “School choice is also closely linked to school safety, as it allows parents to play a primary role in protecting their children.”
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Additionally, the president highlighted the economic benefits of school choice, noting that it generates up to $23.8 billion in net fiscal savings for American taxpayers. “As we begin bringing down costs for families, educational freedom proves far more efficient than the outdated system we have been stuck with,” he said.
President Trump pledged to continue fighting for every American child to receive a world-class education, regardless of their background or circumstances. “Whether their education is through homeschooling or charter, public, or parochial schools, we will renew safety, security, and sanity in our classrooms,” he affirmed.
The president also emphasized the broader cultural and societal impact of educational freedom. “This National School Choice Week, we resolve to promote a Nation, a culture, and a future that empowers our children, fortifies our freedom, secures our destiny, and unleashes the full potential of American ingenuity for many years to come,” he said.
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President Trump’s proclamation reflects his administration’s ongoing efforts to prioritize parental rights and educational freedom. By shifting authority over education from federal bureaucracies to states and families, the administration aims to create a more dynamic, responsive, and effective education system.
“America’s golden age begins in the classroom, and when we rebuild the best education system in the world, the future will truly be ours,” the president concluded.
National School Choice Week, observed annually, serves as a platform to celebrate the diverse educational options available to families and to advocate for policies that expand access to quality education. This year’s proclamation underscores the Trump administration’s dedication to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to succeed.
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