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Parental Choice Symposium

parental choice symposiumThe Parental Choice Symposium is an intensive formation experience designed explicitly for Catholic school supporters. It was developed in response to the recommendation of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops:

“As the primary educators of their children, parents have the right to chose the school best suited for them.  The entire Catholic community should be encouraged to advocate for parental school choice and personal and corporate tax credits, which will help parents to fulfill their responsibility in educating their children.”

The Parental Choice Symposium aims to equip leaders with the skills and abilities needed to support parental rights and equity in education.

What will participants take away?

  • Working relationships with the nation's top parental choice thought-leaders
  • An increased understanding of the legal, social, constitutional, political, and moral dimensions of parental choice public policy in the United States.
  • First hand experience of parental choice's impact on families, communities, and educational systems.
  • The ability to advocate for parental choice public policy in their home states.

Who should apply?

  • ACE Advocates Members
  • Catholic School Leaders and Supporters
  • Members of Parent Advocacy Groups
  • Graduates of Alliance for Catholci Education Programs

Approximately fifteen individuals will be accepted into the program. Symposium participants will demonstrate intellectual ability, leadership potential, dedication to Catholic education, and a desire to be active in the school choice movement.

For more information, contact Ricky Austin: raustin1@nd.edu/ 574-631-1621.

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