Empowering Students Through Educational Choice
Education shapes our future, and the freedom to choose is a fundamental right. Step Up For Students holds that every child should have the chance to excel in an environment that meets their individual needs. Stories from our community, ranging from personal triumphs to broad advocacy efforts, are propelling the movement for accessible education across the nation.
Advocacy Stories That Inspire
Ashley's Journey: From Beneficiary To Advocate
Meet Ashley: Once a recipient of education choice, Ashley now leads the charge, advocating for a world where every family can choose the path to their child's success. Her story is a testament to the power of empowerment, illustrating how access to the right educational environment can ignite a lifelong passion for advocacy and change.
Rallying for Rights: The Voice of Unity
Rally in Tally: Spearheaded by the esteemed Martin Luther King, III, thousands took to Tallahassee to voice their support for the tax credit scholarship program. This gathering wasn’t just a march; it was a vivid declaration that when communities unite, they can safeguard opportunities for the less privileged, ensuring no child's educational destiny is dictated by their zip code.
Personalized Program Fuels Young Learner's Varied Passions
Cooper has Choices: Twelve-year-old Cooper Campen, a beneficiary of Florida's Tax Credit Scholarship, showcases the benefits of customized education through his diverse interests in subjects like history and music. Supported by the Personalized Education Program, Cooper excels in his homeschool environment, enjoying the freedom to focus on his strengths and explore potential career paths. The Campen family's experience underscores the importance of educational choice in fostering student success and advocating for tailored learning opportunities.
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Who Can Become an Advocate?
You don't need to be an expert or hold a specific title — advocacy is open to anyone who wants to share their story and support Florida students to choose the right learning environment for them and connect them with the resources they need to reach their full potential.
Why Become an Advocate
1. Empower Your Family
As a parent, guardian, or family member, you are directly impacted by the educational needs of your child. By becoming an advocate, you take control of your role in shaping your child's future.
Your voice can help expand education opportunities and ensure that your family — and other like yours — have access to the best possible learning options.
2. Fulfill the Promise of Equal Opportunity
Help open doors to a stronger future. Our mission is to provide scholarships that empower Florida students to choose the right learning environment and access the resources they need to reach their full potential. By advocating, you can help expand opportunities and empower students to thrive.
3. Join a Nationwide Movement
By becoming an advocate, you're not just helping students in your state — you're joining a national effort to ensure that all children, have the opportunity to thrive in an educational environment that works for them.
Your voice, combined with others, can champion school choice and support customized learning. With your support, you empower families to choose the right learning environment and connect with the resources their students need to reach their full potential.
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Get Involved
Want to get involved with Step Up For Students? Help us create better communities in your state by empowering families with the freedom to choose the best education for their children. Learn more about how you can share your story to make a difference. Supporting customized education for every child begins here.