Christine Cooke Fairbanks
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Navigating Public Ed: Assisting parents with public school choice
A statewide public school choice navigator could make school transfers simpler, more transparent, and parent-driven.
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Utah’s unique opportunity in open enrollment policy
Utah’s strong open enrollment law could be strengthened by a statewide one-stop shop platform. Such a hub would help parents easily compare school options, access deadlines, and find district policies, creating more clarity and transparency in public education.
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Lessons from navigatED AZ about offering Navigator website for parents of students
Arizona’s navigatED AZ helps families explore and understand all education pathways from district and charter to private, micro, online, and homeschool.
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Parents, have a question about public schools? Meet Cassie Hays
Discover how Utah’s Parent Liaison helps families navigate public schools, parents’ rights, and resources for stronger parent-school partnerships.
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Does open enrollment work well in Utah? Parents share their stories
Parents in Utah report mixed experiences with public school open enrollment. See where improvements are needed to better serve families.
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Congressman Burgess Owens speaks about education changes
Rep. Burgess Owens joined our Congressional Series to discuss parental rights, education choice, and policy innovations.
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Don’t undervalue public education choice. It supports parent-driven education
From charter schools to open enrollment and online programs, families need flexible public education choices that fit their children’s needs.
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What’s the purpose of public education in 2025?
2025 offers a chance to redefine the purpose of public education, helping every child reach their potential by putting parents at the center.
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More districts earn Partners in Learning certificates by improving their website
This initiative supports parental rights and educational transparency, aligning with national efforts to empower families in public education.
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Are states moving toward constitutional protections for parents’ rights?
As states move to enshrine parental rights in education, what’s been done, what’s proposed, and where does Utah stands in the movement?