The article provides a weekly roundup of K-12 education news, highlighting the increasing special education population. It covers new interagency agreements aimed at supporting education initiatives. Additionally, it touches on education-related mentions in the State of the Union address.
Key Points
- Special education student numbers are rising in U.S. schools
- New interagency agreements announced for education support
- State of the Union includes education policy references
Implications for Educational Freedom
The rise in special education populations underscores the need for expanded school choice options, such as ESAs and vouchers, to empower parents in selecting tailored educational environments. This trend highlights potential government overreach in public schools, reinforcing the importance of parental rights in education decisions.
Source: Week In Review: The special education population is on the rise
