WHEREAS, all children in Alaska should have access to the highest-quality education possible; and
WHEREAS, the State of Alaska recognizes the important role that effective education plays in preparing children to be productive, successful adults. Educational opportunities are critical to our state’s economic future; and
WHEREAS, we must exercise creativity in providing a multitude of excellent educational options for parents to choose from due to our State’s unique geographical challenges. Offering educational variety creates ways to diversify and enhance the vibrancy of our communities; and
WHEREAS, Alaska is home to high-quality teaching professionals that offer traditional and creative educational opportunities because they are committed to educating our children. Today’s students are tomorrows leaders; and
WHEREAS, School Choice Week is a national celebration recognized by millions of students, parents, educators, schools, and community leaders to raise public awareness of the need for effective educational options and encourage support for family access to educational choices.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Mike Dunleavy, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, do hereby proclaim January 26- February 1, 2020 as:
School Choice Week
in Alaska, and encourage all Alaskans to support and promote the many different forms of education available to our children.
