Fighting for a better educational system that puts parents at the center.
We believe theres a better way to educate children in America, and it starts with giving parents a choice in their child’s education.
What We Do
Promoting policies that remove barriers to school options.
We envision a world where every family has the freedom to choose the best education for their child. We empower families across the country to mobilize in support of policies that allow children to thrive in the classroom setting best suited to their needs.
Learn MoreKnow Your Rights
Parent's Bill of Rights
Parental participation in children's education is the most effective way we hold schools and policymakers accountable for delivering the best education possible to our children. Know your rights!
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The Issues
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Remote Testing
States need to allow virtual students to take high-stakes tests in the setting in which they are most comfortable.
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Expand the National School Lunch Program for Virtual Students
The National School Lunch Program must be updated to expand free lunch benefits to virtual public school students.
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Open Enrollment
Public school open enrollment policies help the greatest number of students.
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Money Follows the Child
Education money should follow the student to the school of their choice.
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PSO Scholarship Contest Rules and Guidelines
Learn about the eligibility requirements and application process for the 2024 PSO Scholarship. The deadline to apply is February 16, 2024.
PSO Scholarship Contest Rules and Guidelines
Learn about the eligibility requirements and application process for the 2024 PSO Scholarship. The deadline to apply is February 16, 2024.
Expand the National School Lunch Program to Include Virtual Students
It's time to update language in the National School Lunch Program to include full-time virtual school families who otherwise qualify for the program.
Expand the National School Lunch Program to Include Virtual Students
It's time to update language in the National School Lunch Program to include full-time virtual school families who otherwise qualify for the program.
Remote Testing Works for Students & Families
Learn why states must adopt a testing model that allows students to take high-stakes testing in the setting in which they are most comfortable.
Remote Testing Works for Students & Families
Learn why states must adopt a testing model that allows students to take high-stakes testing in the setting in which they are most comfortable.
Parents' Views of AI & Technology in K-12 Education
PSO partnered with Cygnal to conduct a national survey on parents’ attitudes towards artificial intelligence and K-12 education.
Parents' Views of AI & Technology in K-12 Education
PSO partnered with Cygnal to conduct a national survey on parents’ attitudes towards artificial intelligence and K-12 education.
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What Voters Want: Views on Education in Post COVID-19 Era
A national survey reveals voters on both sides of the aisle overwhelmingly support empowering parent with a choice in their child’s education, and they want to elect candidates that share this view.
What Voters Want: Views on Education in Post COVID-19 Era
A national survey reveals voters on both sides of the aisle overwhelmingly support empowering parent with a choice in their child’s education, and they want to elect candidates that share this view.
PSO National Survey on What Really Matters to Parents
A national survey of parents revealed what motivates parents to exercise school choice, and the criteria they consider when choosing a school and assessing a school’s quality.
PSO National Survey on What Really Matters to Parents
A national survey of parents revealed what motivates parents to exercise school choice, and the criteria they consider when choosing a school and assessing a school’s quality.
Reducing Inequities in Charter School Closures
Research shows charter schools started by African Americans or those that serve majority Black students are more likely to close, and that state-imposed closure rules exacerbate these inequities.
Reducing Inequities in Charter School Closures
Research shows charter schools started by African Americans or those that serve majority Black students are more likely to close, and that state-imposed closure rules exacerbate these inequities.
PSO National African American Parent Survey
A national survey revealed African American families overwhelmingly want a choice in their children's public school, including full-time virtual learning.
PSO National African American Parent Survey
A national survey revealed African American families overwhelmingly want a choice in their children's public school, including full-time virtual learning.
