Arlington, VA (January 30, 2025) — Parents for School Options (PSO) supports President Donald J. Trump’s executive order on school choice, a game-changer for families seeking better education options for their children. This decisive action puts power back where it belongs—into the hands of parents—by expanding access to public, charter, private, magnet, and home education.

“For too long, parents have been told where their kids must go to school, even when that school isn’t the right fit,” said Letrisha Weber, National Board President of PSO. “This executive order flips the script by making sure families—not bureaucrats—get to decide what’s best for their children’s future.”

A key component of this order is its focus on expanding school choice for students in Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) schools, providing Native American families with greater opportunities to select the best education for their children. This long-overdue reform ensures that Native students—who have historically faced limited options—can now access schools that better align with their needs, aspirations, and cultural values.

This is a major victory for students, especially those in underserved communities who have been trapped in failing schools with no way out. By removing barriers and increasing options, this order ensures that every child has a real shot at a high-quality education, no matter their background or ZIP code.

PSO calls on lawmakers at all levels to build on this momentum and continue supporting policies that put students first. Education isn’t one-size-fits-all, and families deserve the freedom to choose the best path for their kids.