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Texas Schools Face Record‑High Choice Rush
Texas, USAMonday, February 23, 2026
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Texas Education Freedom Accounts—a state‑run initiative that lets families choose schools outside their local district—has already attracted over 118,000 applications since its launch with a $1 billion seed fund. Families have until March 17 to sign up, giving just over a month to decide.
Record‑Breaking First Day
- 42,000 entries on day one
Busiest first‑day launch for any school‑choice program in the country.
A national advocacy group spent nearly $2 million on Texas marketing to explain how the accounts work and what parents can gain.
Arguments For & Against
| Pro‑Choice | Critics |
|---|---|
| Fixes problems caused by rigid district zoning. | Vouchers and savings accounts could drain money from traditional public schools, especially in rural areas where the policy has faced opposition. |
| Many public schools are “controlled by unions” and fail to meet students’ needs. | Concerns that the policy may weaken funding for existing schools. |
| Choice system offers a moral improvement and better educational outcomes. | Potential impact on school funding equity. |
National Trend
Parents increasingly willing to move children out of local schools in search of better options. Whether this will strengthen the overall education system remains to be seen, but the numbers show a clear demand for change.
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