Many individuals harbor misunderstandings about charter schools in general and cyber charter schools in particular. They assume that children are set in front of a computer with no engagement, oversight, or guidance. Nothing could be further from the truth for students of PA Distance Learning Charter School. Students engage with their fellow classmates and the teachers for a dynamic learning environment. Students are regularly sent resources, such as paintbrushes, novels, and keyboards to enhance learning activities. PA Distance Learning Charter School provides students with a rich educational experience.

Throughout U.S. history, it’s been proven time and time again that when marketplaces grow, we all benefit. Competition encourages us to innovate, inspires us to grow, and enables everyone to reach greater heights. The same is true in education. School choice needs to be protected for families. Charter schools represent an opportunity for success in caring, structured environments. Upholding school choice protects the future for some of the most vulnerable children among us.

A number of insightful representatives stand with school choice, despite opposition from special-interest groups. Representative Mike Turzai, Speaker of The House, recently penned an op-ed in The Inquirer outlining what opponents of school choice are missing.

Legislators are in the midst of budget negotiations in Harrisburg. The funding that fuels educational transformation for students in charter schools is in jeopardy. Special interest groups are pressuring legislators to reduce funding for charter schools—or eliminate charter schools entirely. This is in spite of the fact that charter schools operate with greater oversight and less state funding than traditional school districts, making them a great investment. Now is the time to let your voice be heard! Let your legislators know that you value school choice.

We believe that finding the right school, or specifically the right cyber school, can be life-changing for a child. That’s why PA Distance is here to help create a unique and welcoming learning environment for each and every one of our students.