“We want to defend the freedom to be able to do what God’s called us to do.” ~ Aby Rinella
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Join us on this insightful episode of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast as Aby Rinella joins Yvette Hampton to discuss the critical and often misunderstood topic of school choice. Delving deep into what school choice truly means, Aby, a former public school teacher and seasoned advocate for parental freedom in education, shares her expertise on the implications, risks, and misconceptions surrounding this concept. Whether you’re a long-time homeschooler or just curious about educational alternatives, this episode provides a clear explanation of how “school choice” impacts families and why it’s such a contested issue among conservatives. Tune in to arm yourself with essential information that goes beyond the buzzwords.
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Recommended Resources:
School Choice: Unmasking the Euphemism (Article)
HomeschoolFreedom.com (Get involved in your state Homeschool Organization)
UNESCO – Global Education Monitoring Report
Related Podcast Episodes:
Zan Tyler – The Fight for Educational Freedom
The Truth about School Choice – Alex Newman
How Common Core and School Choice Affect Homeschoolers – Alex Newman
Embracing Educational Freedom: Alex Newman and Leigh Bortins
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Discussion Questions:
1. What is “school choice” and how is this term currently misunderstood according to Aby Rinella and Yvette Hampton?
2. Discuss the concept of “linguistic theft” as it pertains to the term “school choice.” How does its perceived meaning differ from its actual implementation?
3. Aby Rinella emphasizes the independence of homeschooling from government funding. Why does she believe government funding could compromise the autonomy of homeschooling?
4. Explore the relationship between government funding and educational freedom. Why might accepting government funds potentially reduce educational choice, according to the discussion?
5. Discuss the potential impacts of government-controlled funding on private and homeschool education as outlined by UNESCO. What are the long-term implications for parental control and educational freedom and quality?
6. The podcast mentions a motivation behind some proponents of school choice being financial benefits. How could this influence the integrity of the movement?
7. Aby and Yvette are cautious about the divisiveness of the school choice issue among Christians. Discuss the importance of unity within the church when tackling controversial topics.
8. Review and discuss the various terms associated with school choice funding, such as ESAs, tax credits, and vouchers. How do these mechanisms work, and what are their implications for educational freedom?
9. Based on the discussion, how do you think parents can discern and navigate the challenges posed by the “school choice” movement while maintaining educational autonomy?
10. Reflect on the suggestion by Yvette and Aby that the push for school choice since 2020 may have broader agendas. Discuss how societal events influence educational policy and parental choices.
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