One Out of Four Kindergarteners is Hispanic

  At many of these celebratory events, Hispanic families proudly stood side-by-side other families in support of school choice. And as recent public polling has shown, it’s clear that Hispanic families are generally supportive of school choice and want more options when deciding the best school for their children. Take the story of Nydia from Arizona who was able to attend a more academically challenging school thanks to Arizona’s tax credit scholarship program. It’s likely that without this tax credit, Nydia’s single mother, and a native of Peru, wouldn’t have been able to afford the tuition to send her daughter to St. Mary’s High School in Phoenix. Nydia’s story is just one of the many that make up the increasing support and demand for greater educational freedom. Which is why if we are going to honor and build upon the legacy of the many men and women of Hispanic descent that make us all so incredibly proud to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, then it’s vitally important that we think about our future – one that depends on a vibrant and working educational system to fit the needs and demands of a new 21^st century. National School Choice Week will be held January 25 – 31, 2015, to learn more on how to get involved visit: schoolchoiceweek.com Related articles: Why STEM Education is Vital for Latino Students Los Graduados A Film About Latino Students Latino Heritage: Gratitude Achievement Purpose Hispanic Heritage Inspiration Celebrated