2024 House Resolution 177

Whereas, All children in Michigan should have the right to the highest quality schools possible; and

Whereas, Citizens across Michigan agree that improving the quality of education and expanding access to highly effective schools should be issues of importance to our state’s leaders; and

Whereas, Michigan recognizes the critical role that an effective and accountable system of education plays in preparing all children to be successful in a global economy; and

Whereas, There are a multitude of high-quality public schools, public charter schools, home schools, and nonpublic schools in the state of Michigan; and

Whereas, Approximately ten percent of all K-12 students in Michigan attend a public charter school; and

Whereas, Approximately another ten percent of all K-12 students in Michigan attend a private school; and

Whereas, Tens of thousands of students are homeschooled in Michigan; and

Whereas, Overall in Michigan, one in four K-12 students participates in school of choice by attending schools in neighboring districts; and

Whereas, Michigan has many outstanding teaching professionals across the state who are committed to educating children; and

Whereas, The vital cause of education reform is one that transcends ideology and political party affiliation; and

Whereas, Research in Michigan and across the nation demonstrates conclusively that providing parents with multiple schooling options improves academic performance; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare January 21-27, 2024, as School Choice Week in the state of Michigan. We call this observance to the attention of all our citizens; and be it further

Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be transmitted to the National School Choice Week organization with our highest esteem.