Beyond the Classroom: ESAs Empower Families to Learn and Play Anywhere

In today’s evolving educational landscape, the versatility of Arizona’s Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) program to cover sports fees and other public school offerings heralds a significant departure from the traditional view of learning as confined to the classroom.  As families seek out options to craft their kids’ education, public schools are a critical part of … Read more

Zoning Relief for Florida Private Schools 

For education entrepreneurs looking to open or operate a private school, finding a viable and affordable location to house a school is often very challenging. Thanks to a new bill that will amend private school regulations in Florida, some relief is on the horizon. HB 1285 will amend Florida Statute 1002.42 to enable private schools … Read more

OP-ED: Closure of West Virginia Microschool Is a Lesson in Accountability

When Hive Learning Academy didn’t keep its promises, parents moved their kids to other schools. District families don’t have that option. By Matt FrendeweyThis story first appeared at The 74, a nonprofit news site covering education. Sign up for free newsletters from The 74 to get more like this in your inbox. When The Hive … Read more

A Positive Shift: How Iowa’s Enrollment Trends Celebrate Family Agency in Education

In a significant development for education in Iowa, the latest enrollment figures for the 2023-24 school year from the Iowa Department of Education reveal a heartening trend. These numbers, especially in the context of the new Students First Education Savings Account (ESA) program, are not just statistics; they are a testament to the rising power … Read more

Clark on American Potential Podcast

Executive Director of yes. every kid. foundation., Andrew Clark, recently joined host Jeff Crank to discuss the transformative shift in K-12 education away from top-down dictates and towards individualized learning. They discussed how encouraging entrepreneurship and reducing the barriers to creating new options for families can foster an environment where education is personalized and efficient. … Read more

Education Entrepreneur Freedom Index

In response to the growing demand for alternative education options that cater to the individual needs of children, education entrepreneurs (also known as “edupreneurs”) are developing unconventional learning environments. These range from microschools and homeschool co-ops to tutoring centers and learning pods. The Education Entrepreneur Freedom Index aims to identify how regulations impact edupreneurs and to highlight key differences … Read more

Edupreneur Support: Navigating Building Codes and Local Ordinances

Growing an unconventional learning environment can come with challenges but there are pathways to ensure a new learning environment thrives. As an education entrepreneur (edupreneur), you’re not just shaping physical spaces; you’re crafting platforms for growth, empowerment, and meaningful connections. Of course, at the forefront of your venture is ensuring the safety and well-being of … Read more

Transforming Challenges into Triumphs for a Florida Microschool

Building an unconventional learning environment for his local community in South Florida, Joshua, an educational entrepreneur, faced a significant hurdle. Struggling against the complexities of legal and bureaucratic rules and regulations, Joshua was faced with circumstances that could potentially jeopardize the viability of his learning environment. Thankfully, by reaching out to the Edupreneur Support team … Read more

Parents Believe School Choices Benefit All Students   

If policymakers care about improving education, listen to parents   By Matt Frendewey, Vice President of Strategy at yes. every kid. foundation.   As the 2024 election season ramps up, education will remain a hot-button issue. While blaring education headlines indicate a political divide among politicians, there’s another side to the story. In fact, there is consensus … Read more