A resolution congratulating the students, parents, teachers, and leaders of charter schools across the United States for making ongoing contributions to education and supporting the ideals and goals of the 26th Annual National Charter Schools Week, to be held May 11 through May 17, 2025.
National Charter Schools Week Recognition
The Senate has officially passed this resolution to celebrate National Charter Schools Week. Because the Senate already agreed to the measure, no further action is needed in that chamber. The bill is now considered complete.
Legislative Progress
The Senate has already voted on and approved this resolution with support from both parties.
Key Points
- The Senate officially recognized the week of May 11 through May 17, 2025, as National Charter Schools Week to honor the work of students, parents, and teachers.
- This resolution highlights that there are now about 8,000 charter schools serving 3.7 million students across 45 states and several U.S. territories.
- The document notes that charter schools are tuition-free public schools that often use lotteries for enrollment and are held accountable for student performance.
- It mentions research showing that students from low-income backgrounds in charter schools often see faster progress in reading and math compared to those in traditional schools.
- This action is a formal way for the government to show support for school choice and the growth of the charter school system over the last 20 years.
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Milestones
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3003; text: CR S3012-3013)
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
A resolution congratulating the students, parents, teachers, and leaders of charter schools across the United States for making ongoing contributions to education and supporting the ideals and goals of the 26th Annual National Charter Schools Week, to be held May 11 through May 17, 2025.
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