Christine Cooke Fairbanks
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Education policy needs less symbolic action, more real impact
The gritty work of education policy, which has real impacts on students, comes from states or from federal policies that expand the work that states are trying to accomplish. That’s why attempts by the current administration to reduce federal bureaucracy…
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What have we learned about education policy in 250 years?
Parents generally know best what their child needs to succeed academically, and policymakers at the state and local levels are more likely to create policy that reflects that.
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Virtual learning: From online schools to AI tools
As Utah policymakers navigate education technology, they should be guided by a simple principle: technology should expand educational opportunity for families while being evaluated honestly for its results on student learning.
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Christine Cooke Fairbanks written testimony for a U.S. Senate Committee hearing: The Future of K-12 Education in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
By prioritizing educational choice, institutional transparency, and robust data privacy, policymakers can foster an environment where technology safely expands human potential without eroding the foundational role of the American family.
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Prayer, Pluralism, and Public Schools
The legal and legislative landscape of recent years suggests a shifting dynamic between religion and public education, one that appears increasingly complex—and potentially more accommodating.
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What does the future hold for public schools?
To remain competitive, public schools should clearly communicate their unique value so parents can decide whether they are the best fit for their children.
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Why microschools matter
Their existence is evidence of a changing culture and policy framework. Understanding what they are in the education choice landscape is important for both parents and policymakers.
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Want to homeschool your kids? There are resources and policies to support you
While homeschooling can be an independent endeavor, it’s also a grassroots, community endeavor with strong networks to support families. In fact, many people find resources, ideas, co-ops, and more through online community groups on various websites and social media.
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Homeschooling Awareness Month is an opportunity for policymakers to learn
New and veteran lawmakers need to know the different ways families educate at home and which policies advance traditional homeschooling versus subsidized scholarship models.
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Key developments reshaping charter school policy, and what they mean for states
It’s National Charter School Week, creating the opportunity to evaluate how charter schools are serving students.