by Christine Cooke Fairbanks | Jan 17, 2024
The state of private and microschool enrollment Written by Signs of momentum toward a new education landscape are continuing into 2024. As the Utah Fits All Scholarship (UFAS) application date gets closer (Feb. 28), more parents than ever might be thinking about...
by Christine Cooke Fairbanks | Jan 11, 2024
Looking ahead: The state of district and charter school enrollment Written by With policymakers heading into the legislative session, reviewing the status of school types in our state is a valuable exercise. Last year, I wrote about the status of public district...
by Christine Cooke Fairbanks | Jan 4, 2024
2024 education policy preview: 4 ways to boost parent-driven education this year Written by Christine Cooke Fairbanks The new year of 2024 has begun, and the policy world is already in full swing. With the historic passage in 2023 of a universal education choice...
by Christine Cooke Fairbanks | Dec 29, 2023
What Democrats and Republicans have in common on education curriculum beliefs Written by Christine Cooke Fairbanks Originally published in Deseret News. New data from the 2023 American Family Survey reveals Americans diverge on what should be taught in public...
by Christine Cooke Fairbanks | Dec 6, 2023
A success story: Using Junior Achievement in home-school co-ops Written by Christine Cooke Fairbanks According to a 2023 report, Utah is the third-best state for home schooling. That’s great news for those who believe it’s the best option for their children....
