Churches Launch Christian Schools Amid Rising Demand and Voucher Support
State voucher programs facilitate the growth of church-affiliated schools, sparking debate over public funding and educational choices.
- Churches in states like Florida and Ohio are starting new Christian schools to provide education aligned with religious values.
- State school voucher programs, while not the primary motivator, have eased the start-up process by providing taxpayer funding for private school tuition.
- Advocates argue these schools offer parents more options and help instill Christian morals and values in students.
- Opponents express concerns over the diversion of public funds to private religious schools and potential church-state separation issues.
- Enrollment in conservative Christian schools is growing, with significant increases noted since 2019, reflecting a nationwide trend.