[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 17 (Monday, January 27, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E83]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                MARKING NATIONAL SCHOOL CHOICE WEEK 2020

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                          HON. JACKIE WALORSKI

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, January 27, 2020

  Mrs. WALORSKI. Madam Speaker, I rise today to mark National School 
Choice Week and recognize all the students in Indiana's 2nd District.
  I believe every child in America should have access to a high-quality 
education in a safe and welcoming environment. Nothing should stand in 
the way of a child receiving a world-class education, and parents 
should have the ability to make decisions about their children's 
education.
  School choice gives students the opportunity to find the path to 
success that works best for them, especially in the face of obstacles 
in their own school district. Look no further than the examples set in 
my community in northern Indiana, where students cross district lines 
to attend public schools that offer programs not available in their own 
school district. These programs equip students in Indiana with the 
tools to succeed and set them apart from their peers. Hoosier families 
have the freedom to put their children first so they can achieve their 
goals.
  Education is power, and all Americans have the right to tap into that 
power and put their best foot forward. It is important that our state 
and local governments are equipped to ensure teachers, students, and 
school administrators have the resources and tools they need to learn, 
teach, and grow.
  Madam Speaker, on behalf of 2nd District Hoosiers, I affirm that 
National School Choice Week is critical in the fight to ensure our 
children have limitless potential and bright futures.

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