Alaska School Choice Week

WHEREAS, all children in Alaska should be free to choose the highest quality education possible; and

WHEREAS, the State of Alaska recognizes the important role that an effective education plays in preparing all students in Alaska to be successful adults; and

WHEREAS, we must prioritize providing a multitude of educational options for parents that align with the values and needs of families, and help overcome the obstacle of our State's unique geographical challenges; and

WHEREAS, Alaska has many teaching professionals who are committed to high-quality education in traditional public schools, public charter schools, magnet schools, private schools, online learning, and homeschooling; and

WHEREAS, quality education that gives students the choice to pursue vocations in which they have natural skills and passion helps prepare and diversify our workforce, enhances the vibrancy of our communities, and is critically important to the economic vitality of Alaska; and

WHEREAS, School Choice Week is celebrated across the country by millions of students, parents, educators, schools, and organizations to raise awareness of the need for effective educational options and to encourage support for further access to educational choices.

NOW THEREFORE, I, Mike Dunleavy, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, do hereby proclaim January 26 - February 1, 2025 as:

Alaska School Choice Week

in Alaska and encourage all Alaskans to support, promote, and increase the different forms of education choices available to our children and commend Alaska's educators for their dedication to teaching our youth.

Dated: January 26, 2025