National School Choice Week (January 25–31) is an ideal time for parents to reflect on their rights and responsibilities in directing their children’s education, Attorney General Todd Rokita said today.
“When parents aren’t in control of their children’s education, bureaucrats and ideologues step in to fill the void — indoctrinating our kids with divisive ideologies instead of teaching core fundamentals,” Attorney General Rokita said. “That’s just one reason school choice is essential: it empowers Hoosier parents to select the best path — public, charter, private, faith-based or homeschool, ensuring education aligns with family values rather than one-size-fits-all government mandates.”
To support parents navigating K-12 education, the Attorney General’s Office first released the Parents’ Bill of Rights in 2021. Now in its fourth edition, this comprehensive guide covers key areas such as curriculum transparency, medical decision-making, school choice and religious liberty.
Additionally, in February 2024, Attorney General Rokita launched the Eyes on Education portal, an online tool for parents, teachers and citizens to report concerning classroom materials or curricula. Attorney General Rokita invites Hoosiers to visit the Eyes on Education portal and submit any materials that raise concerns.
“Here in Indiana, we are blessed to have many great schools and outstanding teachers,” Attorney General Rokita said. “But we are not immune from the troubling trend nationwide of left-wing indoctrination creeping into our kids’ classrooms. We must remain vigilant and fight back when necessary. And we must exercise our rights to choose where our kids get their schooling in the first place.”
Both the Parents’ Bill of Rights and the Eyes on Education portal are available at the Attorney General’s website.
State Fire Marshall to investigate Sumner building fire
Lawrence County raises solar project fee
Lawrence Unit #20 hires new elementary dean of students
USPS proposes maintenance, repairs during Mailbox Improvement Week
Three handed prison terms in Lawrence County
INDOT Knox County road construction to begin
Extensive rainfall in region leads to Embarrass River flood warning
Exposure to animals, biting pests can lead to several illnesses
Oakland City University releases statement on rumors of closing
Indiana Natural Resources Commission to hold public hearing for bobcat rule changes
Illinois State Museum Route 66 exhibit to open May 23
Lawrenceville votes to raise sewer rates and hire engineering firm for new sewer plant
May 15 is National Peace Officers Memorial Day
St. Francisville City Council takes action on annual budget
Unit #10 Special Education meeting
Chevron hosts annual former Texaco refinery open house
Bill signed to prohibit cell phones, wireless devices in schools
