A Look at Arkansas’ Standing in the School Choice Movement

ASMSA Executive Director Corey Alderdice explores Arkansas’ position in the rapidly growing school choice movement, focusing on how the state is expanding access to private schooling through public funds. We discuss the LEARNS Act, which introduces education freedom accounts, and how Arkansas’s ambitious rollout sets it apart from other states. With data from FutureEd’s recent report, we break down key points, including the state’s focus on accountability and equity, its prioritization of low-income families, and the potential for nearly 90% of Arkansas’s students to benefit from these programs by 2025. We also reflect on how Arkansas’ approach could serve as a model for other states.For additional thoughts from Corey, visit coreyalderdice.com.You can also follow him on Twitter/X, LinkedIn, BlueSky, YouTube, Instagram, and Threads.