Podcasts about education savings accounts

In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker speaks with Erica Donalds about the current landscape of education reform in America, focusing on the surge of school choice and the importance of education savings accounts. They discuss the impact of competition in education, the role of the America First Policy Institute, and the pressing need to address the reading crisis. The conversation highlights the barriers to school choice, the grassroots support needed for state-level initiatives, and the importance of empowering parents with funding. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ravi dives into the breaking news of the day, from the Trump administration's continued attacks on due process and the political meddling at the Fed that could tank the economy, to the latest federal funding threats facing universities. He then sits down with Dana Goldstein of The New York Times to unpack the Trump administration's aggressive intervention in K-12 education, from targeting DEI efforts to threatening Title I funding and issue vague policies around civil rights law. They explore why it's caused conservatives to flip the script on federal overreach and invoke Brown v. Board to justify crackdowns on local initiatives. Finally, they take a closer look at the rise of Education Savings Accounts, the politics of school choice, and the aftershocks both parties may face from these rapidly evolving education policies. Leave us a voicemail with your thoughts on the show! 321-200-0570 Learn more about Ravi's novel and upcoming events: GARBAGE TOWN --- Follow Ravi at @ravimgupta Follow The Branch at @thebranchmedia Notes from this episode are available on Substack: https://thelostdebate.substack.com/ Lost Debate is available on the following platforms:  • Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lost-debate/id1591300785 • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7xR9pch9DrQDiZfGB5oF0F • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LostDebate • Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vTERJNTc1ODE3Mzk3Nw  • iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-lost-debate-88330217/ • Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/752ca262-2801-466d-9654-2024de72bd1f/the-lost-debate

04/18/25: Joel Heitkamp is joined by Nick Archuleta, the President of North Dakota United. He has been with NDU since being elected President in July of 2013. The North Dakota Senate approved a bill Thursday establishing Education Savings Accounts for private school students, but details are likely to be worked out by a conference committee. The Senate voted 27-20 in favor of an amended version of House Bill 1540, which would provide vouchers for families to use for private school tuition or other qualifying education expenses. The accounts would not be available to public school or homeschooled students. Read the rest of the article at KFGO.com. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In March, we recorded an episode live on stage at SXSW EDU in Austin, Texas. This disagreement is all about ESAs, or Education Savings Accounts. You may have heard of ESAs under a different name, like vouchers or school choice programs. Right now, 18 states have some sort of ESA program in place.The programs are becoming more popular across the country, but should they be? What accounts for the increasing support for ESAs? What risks and benefits do they pose for students and families? Does the rise of ESAs inherently harm our public schools?When we say ESAs, we are NOT talking about 529 plans or other college savings programs. We're talking about K-12 education. These programs create a government-authorized savings account for families, allowing them to take some quantity of the funding that would have supported their child in public school, and use those dollars in the way they see fit: whether that's to supplement private school tuition, parochial school tuition, tutoring, special needs services or for other educational purposes.Shaka Mitchell is a Senior Fellow at the American Federation for Children, an advocacy organization in the school choice movement. He has served in leadership roles at high-performing charter school networks, including Rocketship Education and LEAD Public schools in Nashville.Jaime Puente is the Director of Economic Opportunity at Every Texan, an advocacy and public policy organization striving to expand opportunities for all Texans. He currently oversees their work on education. Previously, Jaime served as Legislative Director for members of the Texas House of Representatives.This episode is moderated by The Disagreement's co-host and co-founder Catherine Cushenberry.Sign up for our newsletter at thedisagreement.substack.com

Charters. Education Savings Accounts. School Vouchers. If you've been wondering how government-funded education programs impact faith, family, and freedom, don't miss this interview with Israel Wayne. Israel is an author, a popular conference speaker, and the founder of ChristianWorldview.net. He and his family have been featured in Time Magazine, World Magazine, The New American, Court Report, and the Wall Street Journal. He has his wife Brook are second generation homeschoolers with 11 homeschooled kids of their own. Israel has done some impressive research on the true impact of government-funded education. What are the dangers? The false promises? The ultimate tax implications for everyone? Discover how you can best protect freedom, faith, and family on today's show. #familyrenewal #cvcu #homeschoolingworks K to 12 Rescue Mission: https://www.academicrescuemission.com Christian Community College: https://www.veritascc.us CVCU degree programs: https://www.cvcu.us Book Dr. Lisa to speak: https://www.DrLisaDunne.com @DrLisaDunne

This month Wyoming became the 15th state to give students universal school choice. Beginning in the 2025-26 school year, any K-12 child in Wyoming may apply for an Education Savings Account of $7,000 per student. The new law also includes preschool children from low-income families.The Steamboat Legacy Scholarship Act allocates $30 million to Education Savings Accounts that will initially serve about 4,000 students. Education Savings Account programs allow parents to use a defined amount of funding on behalf of their children for education-related expenses like school tuition and fees, classes, tutoring, textbooks, and transportation.Wyoming's new ESA law will empower parents to choosethe educational environments that best help their children succeed. When parents have choices, students have more opportunities for their individual learning needs and goals to be met. Every child should have access to an effective, meaningful, and empowering education. Wyoming has taken a major step to make that happen.

TPPF's Brian Phillips and Derek Cohen react to this week's nearly 24-hour marathon of testimony and debate over Texas House Bill 3, on Education Savings Accounts.2:56 Hot Take: Which American product or service would you promote from the White House Lawn?9:10 Texas House Pub Ed Committee hearing on HB3 reaction23:35 Department of Education “vacates”30:59 Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar will be the next chancellor of the Texas A&M University System 36:19 Texas Lawmakers aim to supplant Delaware as corporate HQ hub with new pro-business bill40:06 Survey Says: Texans say they get their political news from social media46:37 What to Watch For

Lawmakers in Bismarck are considering a number of school choice bills which would, in various ways, make public dollars available for parents to use toward private school tuition. The most important one, perhaps, is Senate Bill 2400, introduced by Sen. Michelle Axtman, and it does a whole lot more than just fund school choice. As currently amended, it would create what's called education savings accounts, making at least $1,000 available for every student in North Dakota who attends a public school or is home-schooled. For students attending participating private schools, there would be $4,000 available per student for families making 300% of the federal poverty level or less, $2,000 for families making up to 500% of the poverty level, and $1,000 for everyone else. These funds could be used not just for tuition, but other things as well, like a STEM camp or tutoring, but there's a big price tag attached. The most recent fiscal note attached to the legislation estimates its cost at north of $200 million per two-year budget cycle. Sen. Axtman joined Plain Talk to discuss this legislation, including its cost, the impact it may have on funding for public schools, and the process through which North Dakotans would access these funds. Also on this episode, co-host Chad Oban and I talked about the status of culture war bills in the Legislature, as well as Rep. Lori VanWinkle's vile comments about infertile women. This episode is brought to you by the North Dakota Petroleum Foundation, providing education and outreach opportunities related to the petroleum industry, advancing quality of life initiatives, and promoting and enhancing the conservation heritage of North Dakota. Learn more at www.NDPetroleumFoundation.org. If you want to participate in Plain Talk, just give us a call or text at 701-587-3141. It's super easy — leave your message, tell us your name and where you're from, and we might feature it on an upcoming episode. To subscribe to Plain Talk, search for the show wherever you get your podcasts or use one of the links below. Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | Pocket Casts | Episode Archive

A bill to establish funding for private school and homeschool students died in committee. We hear from both sides of the school choice issue as proponents and opponents consider the next moves.

House Bill 1140 could bring Education Savings Accounts to Washington, offering school choice for low-income and special needs students. Explore the story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/gop-lawmaker-pitches-portable-student-funding-for-kids-trapped-in-failing-schools www.ClarkCountyToday.com. #Vancouver #ClarkCounty #LocalNews #EducationReform #SchoolChoice

NYC Parent Blog, on the SHSAT and Chancellors regulations on privacy; https://nycpublicschoolparents.blogspot.com/2024/12/comments-on-shsat-and-chancellors.html Class Size Matters, Presentation to CPAC: Problems with the DOE's failure to implement class size reduction https://classsizematters.org/problems-with-does-implementation-of-class-size-reduction/ Class Size Matters, Video of CPAC presentation, ten minutes in: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XmQinnJyThkJon Valant bio https://www.brookings.edu/people/jon-valant/ Brookings Institution, Project 2025 and education: A lot of bad ideas, some more actionable than others, https://www.brookings.edu/articles/project-2025-and-education-a-lot-of-bad-ideas-some-more-actionable-than-others/ Brookings Institution, Be wary of what you read in the school voucher debatehttps://www.brookings.edu/articles/be-wary-of-what-you-read-in-the-school-voucher-debate/ AP, A push for school choice fell short in Trump's first term. He may now have a more willing Congress https://apnews.com/article/election-2024-trump-school-choice-congress-019f50fb5ad7994434573c2244fd1b62 Ed Week, What a National School Choice Program Under President Trump Might Look Like https://www.edweek.org/policy-politics/what-a-national-school-choice-program-under-president-trump-might-look-like/2024/11Reuters, Trump eyes 'school choice' tax break, a longstanding conservative goal https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-likely-expand-school-choice-longstanding-conservative-goal-2024-11-21/ AP, Trump wants to end ‘wokeness' in education. He has vowed to use federal money as leverage, https://apnews.com/article/trump-woke-education-24f864d83e2f5745d12a79ebac0d7cc4 NEA, Protections Against Discrimination on the Basis of Sex, Including Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity, and Pregnancy and Related Conditions Under the New Title IX Final Rule , https://www.nea.org/resource-library/title-IX-final-rule-protections-against-discrimination Ed Week, How Trump Could Roll Back Access to Free School Lunches, https://www.edweek.org/policy-politics/how-trump-could-roll-back-access-to-free-school-lunches/2024/11

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On this week's episode, IRA Financial's Adam Bergman Esq. answers questions about the Coverdell Education Savings Account (ESA) including opening multiple Coverdell accounts, saving with both an ESA and a 529 plan, and why choose a Coverdell over a 529 plan?

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On this week's Education Gadfly Show podcast, Devon Nir, a research assistant at the Thomas B. Fordham Institute, joins Mike and David to discuss the complexities of ensuring accountability for education savings accounts. Then, on the Research Minute, Amber examines a study exploring the financial returns of various non-degree credentials and degree programs.Recommended content: “The ‘à la carte education' accountability conundrum”—Michael J. Petrilli and Devon Nir“Finding the sweet spot on accountability”—Dale Chu" When Only Some Kids Can Afford Summer Camp — Why We Must Close the ‘Enrichment Gap'” —Michael J. Petrilli Jason Jabbari, Yung Chun, Xueying Mei, Stephen Roll, More Money for Less Time? Examining the Relative and Heterogenous Financial Returns to Non-Degree Credentials and Degree Programs, Annenberg Institute at Brown University (2024) Feedback Welcome: Have ideas for improving our podcast? Send them to Stephanie Distler at sdistler@fordhaminstitute.org.

Donald Kimball from the Washington Policy Center examines the recently released 2023-2024 K-12 Report Card, which shows low proficiency scores for Washington's public school students. He advocates for Education Savings Accounts as a solution to help students succeed. Learn more by visiting https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-50-3-of-washington-public-school-students-at-grade-level-in-english-39-7-in-math/ on ClarkCountyToday.com. Hashtags: #WashingtonSchools #EducationSavingsAccounts #standardizedtesting #studentlearning #WashingtonPolicyCenter #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #Vancouver

 Is it time for parents to get their children out of government run schools that teach them values that are the contrary to what is taught at home? This is the hot topic that is raging across the country that we discuss on this week's episode of CURE America with Star Parker. Ninety percent of the nation's K-12 students attend public schools. Over the last years, as parents became more aware of what is being taught to their children, a new movement has been awakened and parents are not only challenging what is being taught to their children, but are looking for policy solutions that would allow money to follow children to the school's parents want. Whether it is Critical Race Theory, transgenderism and sex education, or other value systems that contradict traditional values on race, marriage, family and life, the union-controlled education system is being challenged. In this episode, we learn from our special guest, Corey DeAngelis of the American Federation for Children and our panelists Jonathan Alexandre of Liberty Counsel Action, Terry Jeffrey of CNSNews.com and Andrew Handel of the American Legislative Exchange Council, that there are alternatives to public schools. This year, four states have already passed Education Savings Accounts and many more are considering options for dollars to fund students, not systems. Yes, it is past time for parents to take full responsibility for their children's future - and demand that they have the freedom and the money to select a school for their child that teaches their values and worldview, the school of their choice.

Ravi sits down with Andrew Clark, president of yes. every. kid., to discuss the future of education in America. They explore the state of education reform, changing demographics within alternative school models, and why calls for individualized learning have never been louder. Ravi and Andrew then turn to the political dynamics of Education Savings Accounts, the ongoing debate between public and private schooling, and how competition within education could lower costs and improve quality. Leave us a voicemail with your thoughts on the show! 321-200-0570 Subscribe to our feed on Spotify: http://bitly.ws/zC9K Subscribe to our Substack: https://thelostdebate.substack.com/ Follow The Branch on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebranchmedia/ Follow The Branch on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebranchmedia Follow The Branch on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thebranchmedia The Branch website: http://thebranchmedia.org/ The Branch channel: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/the-branch/id6483055204  Lost Debate is also available on the following platforms:  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lost-debate/id1591300785 Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vTERJNTc1ODE3Mzk3Nw  iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-lost-debate-88330217/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/752ca262-2801-466d-9654-2024de72bd1f/the-lost-debate

This episode of CURE America with Star Parker is brought back to you to highlight the critical importance of school choice, emphasizing that parents should have the freedom to choose the school that aligns with their values. After all, it's their children, not the government's children. Is it time for parents to get their children out of government-run schools that indoctrinate our kids? This is the pressing issue we discussed in this week's episode. Currently, ninety percent of the nation's K-12 students attend public schools. As parents increasingly recognize the harmful influences in public schools—such as the sexualization of children, promotion of fake Critical Race Theory, socialist indoctrination, and erosion of parental rights—a strong movement is emerging. These parents are not just pushing back against the radical agenda in the classroom but are also demanding policy changes that ensure funding follows their children to schools that align with their values.   The success of charter schools and private schools stems from the same principle that drives the success of private universities—students choose them because they are not forced into them by the zip code that would otherwise define their destiny. Whether it's Critical Race Theory, transgenderism and sex education, or other educational approaches that some parents believe contradict their values on family and life, the union-controlled education system is facing significant challenges.   In this episode, we hear from our special guest, Corey DeAngelis of the American Federation for Children, along with our panelists Jonathan Alexandre of Liberty Counsel Action, Terry Jeffrey of CNSNews.com, and Andrew Handel of the American Legislative Exchange Council. They discuss the alternatives to public schools and highlight the growing trend toward Education Savings Accounts, with four states having already passed such measures this year and many more considering options to fund students, not systems.

Ravi welcomes Todd Rose, co-founder and CEO of Populace, back to the podcast to discuss the current political climate, from the topics most Americans care about that no presidential campaign has addressed to the state of the Israel-Hamas war and its influence on the 2024 election. Ravi and Todd then react to Columbia President Minouche Shafik's decision to resign and the need for universities to rethink their approach to identity politics and meritocracy. Finally, they take a closer look at emerging models of K-12 education, the potential of Education Savings Accounts, and what it means to create individualized learning experiences for students. Subscribe to Ravi's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RadioRaviG Leave us a voicemail with your thoughts on the show! 321-200-0570 Subscribe to our feed on Spotify: http://bitly.ws/zC9K Subscribe to our Substack: https://thelostdebate.substack.com/ Subscribe to Ravi's YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@RadioRaviG Follow The Branch on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebranchmedia/ Follow The Branch on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebranchmedia Follow The Branch on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thebranchmedia The Branch website: http://thebranchmedia.org/ The Branch channel: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/the-branch/id6483055204  Lost Debate is also available on the following platforms:  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lost-debate/id1591300785 Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vTERJNTc1ODE3Mzk3Nw  iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-lost-debate-88330217/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/752ca262-2801-466d-9654-2024de72bd1f/the-lost-debate

Tommy talks with Mary Beth Hughes, Director of Education and Workforce Development for the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry

It's Thursday, which means it's time to catch up on the week in politics with Stephanie Grace, editorial director and columnist of the Times Picayune/The Advocate.We'll get the latest on the effort to hold a constitutional convention this summer, as well as the status of a few other pieces of legislation. Louisiana is getting very close to becoming the latest Republican-led state to approve education savings accounts, more commonly known as ESAs. The accounts give parents tax dollars to spend on private school tuition and other expenses. It's Gov. Jeff Landry's signature education proposal and he's been pushing hard for it all session. Aubri Juhasz, WWNO/WRKF education reporter, joins the show with more on where the proposal stands. Hurricane season officially starts on June 1. We take a look at what state officials are doing ahead of a potential storm, and one local area's efforts to make preparing for a hurricane a family affair.We begin with Jacques Thibodeaux, director of the Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness. Corey Miller, community engagement director of the Pontchartrain Conservancy, also joins the show to discuss how residents can get ready for a major storm. ____Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Bob Pavlovich. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber; our contributing producers are Matt Bloom and Adam Vos; we receive production and technical support from Garrett Pittman and our assistant producer, Aubry Procell.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at 12:00 and 7:00 pm. It's available on Spotify, Google Play, and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

Tommy talks with Steven Procopio, President of the Public Affairs Research Council (PAR)

Gov. Parson of Missouri follows up his talk with his pen | Oklahoma textbook regulations push radical agenda through education | Iowa study shows modern school choice increases tuition costs | Missouri Republicans Run Run Run from ranked-choice voting  | Kansas abortion providers are required to ask why, and they are fighting that law | Detroit is BACK in a big way, and it's more than just cars | Generations old local newspaper is sold as River Front Times ends in St. Louis | Memorial Day Is here and we have a few facts about the holidaySources Include: The Heartland Collective, Missouri Independent, Kansas City Star, Axios, Iowa Capitol Dispatch, St. Louis Public Radio, and today.com Gov. Parson of Missouri follows up his talk with his pen https://missouriindependent.com/2024/05/20/parson-orders-state-agency-not-to-pay-legal-expenses-for-legislators-facing-defamation-suit/Oklahoma text book regulations push radical agenda through educationhttps://oklahomavoice.com/2024/05/21/new-criteria-for-oklahoma-textbooks-asks-for-traditional-gender-roles-reverence-for-religion/Iowa study shows modern school choice increases tuition costs https://iowacapitaldispatch.com/2024/05/23/study-links-state-esa-program-to-spike-in-iowa-k-12-private-school-tuition/Missouri Republicans Run Run Run from ranked choice votinghttps://theheartlandcollective.com/2024/05/22/the-missouri-gop-doesnt-want-ranked-choice-voting/Kansas abortion providers are required to ask why, and they are fighting that lawhttps://www.kansascity.com/news/politics-government/article288606572.htmlDetroit is BACK in a big way, and its more than just carshttps://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2024/05/20/detroits-brand-biggest-winner-of-population-increaseGenerations old local newspaper is sold as River Front Times ends in St. Louishttps://www.stlpr.org/2024-05-22/rft-sold-riverfront-times-rip-alt-weekly-staff-laid-offMemorial Day Is here and we have a few facts about the holiday https://www.today.com/life/holidays/memorial-day-facts-rcna143916 @TheHeartlandPOD on Twitter and ThreadsCo-HostsAdam Sommer @Adam_Sommer85 (Twitter) @adam_sommer85 (Threads)Rachel Parker @msraitchetp (Threads) Sean Diller (no social)The Heartland Collective - Sign Up Today!JOIN PATREON FOR MORE - AND JOIN OUR SOCIAL NETWORK!“Change The Conversation”Outro Song: “The World Is On Fire” by American Aquarium http://www.americanaquarium.com/

Gov. Parson of Missouri follows up his talk with his pen | Oklahoma textbook regulations push radical agenda through education | Iowa study shows modern school choice increases tuition costs | Missouri Republicans Run Run Run from ranked-choice voting  | Kansas abortion providers are required to ask why, and they are fighting that law | Detroit is BACK in a big way, and it's more than just cars | Generations old local newspaper is sold as River Front Times ends in St. Louis | Memorial Day Is here and we have a few facts about the holidaySources Include: The Heartland Collective, Missouri Independent, Kansas City Star, Axios, Iowa Capitol Dispatch, St. Louis Public Radio, and today.com Gov. Parson of Missouri follows up his talk with his pen https://missouriindependent.com/2024/05/20/parson-orders-state-agency-not-to-pay-legal-expenses-for-legislators-facing-defamation-suit/Oklahoma text book regulations push radical agenda through educationhttps://oklahomavoice.com/2024/05/21/new-criteria-for-oklahoma-textbooks-asks-for-traditional-gender-roles-reverence-for-religion/Iowa study shows modern school choice increases tuition costs https://iowacapitaldispatch.com/2024/05/23/study-links-state-esa-program-to-spike-in-iowa-k-12-private-school-tuition/Missouri Republicans Run Run Run from ranked choice votinghttps://theheartlandcollective.com/2024/05/22/the-missouri-gop-doesnt-want-ranked-choice-voting/Kansas abortion providers are required to ask why, and they are fighting that lawhttps://www.kansascity.com/news/politics-government/article288606572.htmlDetroit is BACK in a big way, and its more than just carshttps://www.axios.com/local/detroit/2024/05/20/detroits-brand-biggest-winner-of-population-increaseGenerations old local newspaper is sold as River Front Times ends in St. Louishttps://www.stlpr.org/2024-05-22/rft-sold-riverfront-times-rip-alt-weekly-staff-laid-offMemorial Day Is here and we have a few facts about the holiday https://www.today.com/life/holidays/memorial-day-facts-rcna143916 @TheHeartlandPOD on Twitter and ThreadsCo-HostsAdam Sommer @Adam_Sommer85 (Twitter) @adam_sommer85 (Threads)Rachel Parker @msraitchetp (Threads) Sean Diller (no social)The Heartland Collective - Sign Up Today!JOIN PATREON FOR MORE - AND JOIN OUR SOCIAL NETWORK!“Change The Conversation”Outro Song: “The World Is On Fire” by American Aquarium http://www.americanaquarium.com/

What's the real rationale for these education savings accounts?  Tommy thinks the governor is not being entirely truthful about why he's pushing them.

Tommy talks to Erin Bendily, Vice President for Policy & Strategy at the Pelican Institute

This week, Kaity and Adriane chat with Norton Rainey, CEO of ACE Scholarships. Norton is all in on opening doors to top-notch education for every kid, no matter where they come from. In this episode, Norton dives into how ACE Scholarships is making a huge difference for families and just how important it is for parents to stand up for their kids' learning.Episode 41 also explores: 

This month, Alabama became the most recent state to increase education options for students through Education Savings Accounts. Alabama's CHOOSE Act gives families access to up to $7,000 per child to use at participating private schools or for other education expenses. Families who homeschool may receive up to $2,000. Low-income students have first priority, with eligibility expanding to all children by the 2027-28 school year. Finding the right fit for their children's education is increasingly important to families. According to nationwide polling, seventy-one percent of voters say parents should “have the right to use tax dollars designated for their child's education to send their child to the public or private school which best serves their needs.” Counting Alabama, eleven states now have universal or near-universal school choice laws. Different educational environments help students learn in the ways that are most beneficial for them. Oregon should give parents the power to choose the best education options for their students, so every child has a chance for an effective and motivating school experience. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coffeewithcascade/message

Tommy talks to Steven Procopio, President of the Public Affairs Research Council (PAR)

Tommy talks with Daniel Erspamer, CEO of the Pelican Institute

Todd Hepworth is the co-founder of Orchard STEM School, a K-8 microschool located in a working orchard in his rural community of Santaquin, Utah that is scheduled to open this August. Todd worked as a public school teacher for more than a decade, as well as an administrator at a Waldorf-inspired charter school, before becoming an education entrepreneur. *** Sign up for Kerry's free, weekly email newsletter on education trends at fee.org/liberated.

Over the last couple years, a number of states have enacted new universal education savings account (ESA) programs. Republicans have led these efforts with near universal opposition from Democrats, but should more Democrats support ESAs, especially because ESAs would seem to more greatly benefit the urban areas that Democrats tend to represent than the rural […]

Over the last couple years, a number of states have enacted new universal education savings account (ESA) programs. Republicans have led these efforts with near universal opposition from Democrats, but should more Democrats support ESAs, especially because ESAs would seem to more greatly benefit the urban areas that Democrats tend to represent than the rural areas that Republicans tend to represent?On this episode of The Report Card, four Democrats—Marcus Brandon, Ravi Gupta, Bethany Little, and Graig Meyer—debate whether their fellow Democrats should support ESAs. Nat, Marcus, Ravi, Bethany, and Graig discuss whether ESAs are regressive, whether Democratic voters support ESAs, whether Democrats should focus on private school choice instead of public school choice, and more.Marcus Brandon is the executive director of CarolinaCAN and was previously a state representative in the North Carolina House of Representatives.Ravi Gupta is founder of The Branch and was previously the founder and CEO of RePublic Schools, a network of charter schools in the South. Bethany Little is a principal at EducationCounsel. She has spent twenty years working in government and non-profit organizations, including the White House and the U.S. Department of Education.Graig Meyer is a state senator in North Carolina and previously served in the North Carolina House of Representatives.Note: This episode is adapted from the most recent installment of the American Enterprise Institute's Education Policy Debate Series, which was held at AEI on February 29. A video recording of the debate can be found here.

Despite having a Republican governor and Republican supermajority in the Alabama House and Senate for over a decade, there had been no movement on school choice and education freedom.   In fact, Gov Ivey had been diametrically opposed to it, as has state House and Senate leadership, despite parental rights and education freedom being part of the ALGOP Party Platform.   That all changed this year.   Bryan brings on School Choice evangelist, Corey DeAngelis, to talk about the history of the school choice movement and why there has been such a shift across the nation with 13 states adopting Education Savings Accounts since COVID.   They analyze the CHOOSE Act that the state House passed and compare it to other states. (Update: The Alabama Senate also passed the CHOOSE Act and Governor Ivey signed it into law shortly after this recording.)   Corey also discusses the "bloodbath" on Super Tuesday in Texas for anti-school choice, NEA-sponsored, Republican-incumbent legislators his organization targeted.   To join the fight and become an 1819 News Member and have access to all of our behind the scenes content, click here: https://1819news.com/membership

Despite having a Republican governor and Republican supermajority in the Alabama House and Senate for over a decade, there had been no movement on school choice and education freedom.   In fact, Gov Ivey had been diametrically opposed to it, as has state House and Senate leadership, despite parental rights and education freedom being part of the ALGOP Party Platform.   That all changed this year.   Bryan brings on School Choice evangelist, Corey DeAngelis, to talk about the history of the school choice movement and why there has been such a shift across the nation with 13 states adopting Education Savings Accounts since COVID.   They analyze the CHOOSE Act that the state House passed and compare it to other states. (Update: The Alabama Senate also passed the CHOOSE Act and Governor Ivey signed it into law shortly after this recording.)   Corey also discusses the "bloodbath" on Super Tuesday in Texas for anti-school choice, NEA-sponsored, Republican-incumbent legislators his organization targeted.   To join the fight and become an 1819 News Member and have access to all of our behind the scenes content, click here: https://1819news.com/membership

Today is Mailbox Monday and we're going to be talking about everything from Education Savings Accounts to prenuptial agreements. Whether or not we think it's a good idea, let's find out. Let's see what the Bible has to say. Stick around for our Happy Hour extended podcast where I'll give a recap of the State of the Union address.  Show Notes: http://heidistjohn.com/blog/podcasts/mailbox-monday-3 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heidistjohn/message

Matt Syverson is a Certified Financial Planner and Certified Kingdom Advisor in Overland Park, Kansas. He's also a specialist in helping families understand and set up ABLE accounts.  WHAT ARE ABLE ACCOUNTS AND HOW DO THEY COMPARE TO 529 EDUCATION SAVINGS ACCOUNTS?ABLE accounts, akin to 529 education savings accounts in terms of contributions and tax treatments, are designed to assist individuals with disabilities by allowing for the accumulation of resources without affecting their eligibility for government assistance.ABLE accounts, initially referred to as 529A plans, are intended for individuals with disabilities, allowing them to save beyond the typical asset limits set by government assistance programs.These accounts enable the saving of funds for a broad range of needs beyond just educational expenses, providing a more flexible financial support system for people with disabilities. WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR AN ABLE ACCOUNT, AND WHAT ARE THE CONTRIBUTION LIMITS?ABLE accounts are specifically for individuals receiving or eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) due to a disability onset before age 26, with annual contribution limits matching the federal gift tax exclusion amount.Eligibility for ABLE accounts extends to individuals with significant disabilities with an onset before age 26, who are recipients of or qualify for SSI, allowing for a greater financial cushion without risking their SSI benefits.The annual contribution limit to an ABLE account is set at $18,000, aligning with the annual gift tax exclusion, enabling families and the individual to contribute without tax penalties and without affecting the individual's SSI asset limits. HOW DO ABLE ACCOUNTS AFFECT SSI BENEFITS, AND WHAT ARE QUALIFIED DISABILITY EXPENSES?ABLE accounts do not count towards the SSI $2,000 asset limit, and funds can be used for a wide array of disability-related expenses without impacting SSI benefits, offering significant flexibility and financial relief.Contributions to ABLE accounts and the savings therein do not affect an individual's eligibility for SSI as long as the account balance stays below $100,000, thus providing a secure means to save and support disability-related needs without jeopardizing SSI benefits.Qualified disability expenses are broadly defined, covering any costs related to living with a disability, including but not limited to housing, education, healthcare, and personal support services, thereby offering a versatile tool for financial planning and care. HOW ARE ABLE ACCOUNTS MANAGED AND WHAT ARE THE INVESTMENT OPTIONS?ABLE accounts are state-sponsored, similar to 529 plans, with investment options ranging from aggressive to conservative portfolios, as well as offering FDIC-insured options with debit card access for day-to-day expenses.Each state sponsors its own ABLE program, with only a few exceptions; individuals can choose to open an account in any participating state, often guided by the specific features and benefits offered by each state's plan.Investment options within ABLE accounts vary, allowing for tailored investment strategies according to the beneficiary's needs and risk tolerance, including the possibility of a portion being allocated to a checking-like account with FDIC insurance for immediate needs.ABLE National Resource Center:able nrc.org ON TODAY'S PROGRAM, ROB ANSWERS LISTENER QUESTIONS:I have a 401k from a previous employer and a portable pension; I'm wondering if I can roll these over into an existing IRA Roth, or if I need to consolidate them into a new IRA.My daughter is looking to buy a house or land and pay cash, but someone suggested delayed financing to get her cash back and then get a mortgage; I'm trying to understand what that is.We have a family business and are currently with a credit card processing company that does not share our Christian values. We are looking for recommendations on credit card processing companies that might be more aligned with our values. RESOURCES MENTIONED:Inspire InsightChristian Community Credit Union Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network as well as American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.comwhere you can join the FaithFi Community, and give as we expand our outreach.  Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.com where you can join the FaithFi Community and give as we expand our outreach.

School choice programs have expanded dramatically over the past several years, in part due to the creation of education savings accounts (ESA). The movement for ESAs has been spearheaded predominantly by Republicans and met with widespread skepticism from Democrats. But should Democrats support ESAs? Ravi joined Marcus Brandon, executive director of North Carolina Campaign for Achievement Now, Graig Meyer, a North Carolina state senator, and Bethany M. Little, the managing director at Education Counsel, to discuss this very issue in a recent debate hosted by the American Enterprise Institute. Listen to their conversation and then let us know where you stand on the issue by leaving a voicemail! 321-200-0570 Subscribe to our feed on Spotify: http://bitly.ws/zC9K Subscribe to our Substack: https://thelostdebate.substack.com/ Follow The Branch on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebranchmedia/ Follow The Branch on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebranchmedia Follow The Branch on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thebranchmedia The Branch website: http://thebranchmedia.org/ Lost Debate is also available on the following platforms:  Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lost-debate/id1591300785 Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vTERJNTc1ODE3Mzk3Nw  iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-lost-debate-88330217/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/752ca262-2801-466d-9654-2024de72bd1f/the-lost-debate

Genevieve Collins is at the forefront of policy activism and political engagement in Texas. Recognized as an unwavering conservative fighter, Collins is the head of Americans for Prosperity (AFP) in Texas, leading initiatives focused on empowering Americans by advocating for the taxpayer on multiple levels. Her robust career includes impactful contributions to healthcare policy, education, and property tax reform, among other areas. As an accomplished businesswoman and a former Republican congressional nominee, she brings a wealth of expertise to conversations about state and federal policy. Her educational background from the University of Tennessee and SMU in Dallas is complemented by her impressive experience as an NCAA championship rower.Episode Summary:Andi Turner and Garrett Fulce welcome Genevieve Collins of Americans for Prosperity Texas to examine the intricacies of policy and political action in the Lone Star State. The discourse delves into the pressing and often contentious issues dominating state dialogue: school choice, border security, and healthcare reform. A tension-filled intersection of ideology and public welfare comes to life in this episode.After a welcoming introduction that immerses the audience in AFP's grassroots endeavors, Genevieve offers an illuminating overview of key legislative battles in Texas. She portrays the nuances of educational reform efforts, dissecting the collapse of a transformative school choice bill and reiterating AFP's commitment to revolutionizing the system in the sessions to come. Further adding grit to the dialogue, immigration and healthcare reform discussions peel back layers of complexity and reflect the profound need for informed action on both issues.Key Takeaways:Americans for Prosperity Texas is a nonpartisan organization focusing on taxpayer issues such as healthcare, education, and taxes.The school choice bill in Texas, which emphasized the creation of education savings accounts, did not pass due to legislators' opposition.Immigration remains a top concern for Texas voters, with AFP taking active steps to support meaningful border policy and security initiatives.Healthcare reforms proposed by AFP center on price transparency, increasing access to care, and addressing anticompetitive practices in the healthcare industry.Upcoming legislative sessions may see a renewed push for school choice and healthcare reform, driven by AFP's campaign for policy changes aligned with taxpayer interests.Resources:Follow Genevieve Collins on Twitter: @gcollinstxFollow AFP Texas on Twitter: @TexasAFPOfficial website for Americans for Prosperity: AmericansForProsperity.orgIf you'd like to share your thoughts or topics for the podcast to explore, email at hosts@seeingredpodcast.comFollow us on all socials at @theseeingredpod and online at our website Seeing Red Podcast

"What can we do to remove those barrier? ...to put that money directly in control of the parents." --James Franko on Education Savings Accounts and school choice. It is logical that we all learn differently and that means we all need options for learning.  When it comes to school and the development of kids it is important to provide meaningful choices for parents to help educate their child.  The Kansas Policy Institute has studied this issue and helped create solutions so that more kids have access to learn and develop.  Legacy Institutions should be a choice but it cannot be the only choice.  That is not logical.  Lets give parents and kids more opportunity to learn and the resources they need to do it.

An increasing number of states are letting families take control of their tax dollars through Education Savings Accounts (and other similar programs) that provide funds for families who choose to homeschool or send their children to private school.Will your state let you use your education dollars at Veritas Press? Listen to today's episode for a complete list of states that are currently offering ESAs – and stay to the end to hear some exciting new ways that Veritas Scholars Academy plans to grow in the future!

About 10,000 low-income Illinois students get scholarships through a program called Invest in Kids, but it's now set to sunset after inaction by Democrats in the Legislature, as well as Gov. J.B. Pritzker. Meantime, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott keeps pressing state lawmakers there to pass his bill to create universal Education Savings Accounts, or ESAs, as rural Republicans balk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Washington Post just completed a deep-dive survey of parents who homeschool and their motivations for doing so. The Stigalls pour through the Post's sometimes interesting and sometimes insulting conclusions from the survey. Dr. Keri Ingraham joins the show to thoroughly explain what ESAs or "universal school choice" means by definition and what goes into the funding formula for those who live in states with "universal school choice." What does that mean for you as a parent to participate? What are Education Savings Accounts for your K-12 student and do you know how to access them? Those who live in states with true school choice won't want to miss this topic! Those who don't have access to school choice will want to hear why its such an important development for your family's success in education.Follow Dr. Keri D. Ingraham on X. Follow Making the Leap on Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.  You can also sign-up for our newsletter or send us an email hello@makingtheleappodcast.com.To learn more about the Herzog Foundation, visit HerzogFoundation.com. Like and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, or sign up to receive monthly email updates. 

Dr. Keri D. Ingraham joins She Thinks podcast to discuss this month's policy focus: Education Savings Accounts. We look at how K-12 public education has operated largely as a monopoly and how the COVID-19 epidemic exposed the lack of quality education. In return, parents spoke up and legislative changes were instituted across the country. We also […]

Dr. Keri D. Ingraham joins She Thinks podcast to discuss this month's policy focus: Education Savings Accounts. We look at how K-12 public education has operated largely as a monopoly and how the COVID-19 epidemic exposed the lack of quality education. In return, parents spoke up and legislative changes were instituted across the country. We also focus on how ESAs work, some of the hurdles, and what it means for your child.Dr. Keri D. Ingraham is a visiting fellow at Independent Women's Forum and a senior fellow of Discovery Institute. Prior to joining Discovery Institute, Dr. Ingraham spent nearly two decades leading within the field of education as a national consultant, requested conference speaker, classroom teacher, and athletic coach. Dr. Ingraham has been a guest on Fox News, and her articles have been published by The Wall Street Journal and The New York Post among other publications.--She Thinks is a podcast for women (and men) who are sick of the spin in today's news cycle and are seeking the truth. Once a week, every week, She Thinks host Beverly Hallberg is joined by guests who cut through the clutter and bring you the facts. You don't have to keep up with policy and politics to understand how issues will impact you and the people you care about most. You just have to keep up with us. We make sure you have the information you need to come to your own conclusions. Because, let's face it, you're in control of your own life and can think for yourself. You can listen to the latest She Thinks episode(s) here or wherever you get your podcasts. Then subscribe, rate, and share with your friends. If you are already caught up and want more, join our online community. Be sure to subscribe to our emails to ensure you're equipped with the facts on the issues you care about most: https://iwf.org/connect. Independent Women's Forum (IWF) believes all issues are women's issues. IWF promotes policies that aren't just well-intended, but actually enhance people's freedoms, opportunities, and choices. IWF doesn't just talk about problems. We identify solutions and take them straight to the playmakers and policy creators. And, as a 501(c)3, IWF educates the public about the most important topics of the day. Check out the Independent Women's Forum website for more information on how policies impact you, your loved ones, and your community: www.iwf.org. Subscribe to IWF's YouTube channel. Follow IWF on social media: - on Twitter- on Facebook- on Instagram#IWF #SheThinks #AllIssuesAreWomensIssues Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More than 30,000 students across the country are using Education Savings Account programs. Supporters say these programs give families the freedom to pursue education options best suited for their children's needs. Others say ESAs siphon dollars out of already-struggling public school systems. What are ESAs? What do they mean for families and for education as a whole? And how can ESAs help families find the best learning environment for their children? In this episode, Robert Enlow joins Kevin to discuss what families need to know about ESAs.

Host Jeff Crank sits down with Stacy Hock who has been an active advocate for Education Savings Accounts in Texas, taking a hands-on role within her community on an issue that's been building momentum across the country.   #americanpotential   Check out American Potential here: https://americanpotential.com