Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Charter Schools Week", to be observed from May 10 through May 16, 2026.

Key Points

• This resolution officially recognizes the week of May 10 to May 16, 2026, as National Charter Schools Week. It is a way for the House of Representatives to show support for these schools and the families who use them.
• The document highlights that charter schools are public schools that do not charge tuition. They often use a lottery system to decide which students can attend when there are more applicants than available seats.
• It points out that charter school enrollment has grown significantly over the last 20 years. Today, about 3.7 million children attend roughly 8,000 charter schools across 45 states and several U.S. territories.
• The resolution mentions that charter schools are held to the same academic standards as traditional public schools. They are given more freedom in how they run but must show they are helping students succeed to stay open.

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