We have scheduled a Claremont Fair, bringing us to three (3) fairs in October and November! Claremont and Pittsfield are both having budgetary problems, to say nothing about their academic performance. Our fairs help families meet with education providers in their areas (and with EdOpt!) to explore their actual options. Explore all your education options, … Read more
We have scheduled a Claremont Fair, bringing us to three (3) fairs in October and November! Claremont and Pittsfield are both having budgetary problems, to say nothing about their academic performance. Our fairs help families meet with education providers in their areas (and with EdOpt!) to explore their actual options. Explore all your education options, … Read more
We’re very excited that our next 2 EdOpt fairs have been scheduled. Explore all your education options, including private schools, micro schools, charter schools, learning centers, home education, and more! The first fair will be in the Candia/Pittsfield/Concord area. Monday October 27, 5-7:30pmCandia Congregational Church, 1 South Road, Candia NH If you’re an interested education … Read more
Recent claims have caused confusion about EdOpt’s work and mission, and especially its terms of use. As a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping families explore education alternatives in New Hampshire, we want to clarify the facts. EdOpt follows terms of use. EdOpt uses a variety of tools, including AI-supported web searches, to gather publicly available … Read more
What’s going on in Claremont is a crisis. The administration did not do their jobs for years, including not giving enough information to the school board. Now the board is making some hard decisions. What makes it harder is that the people who spoke at the public hearings were not happy. These people want it … Read more
I was surprised to learn that a lot of people don’t know what charter schools are. All charter schools in New Hampshire are public schools that operate independently of traditional school districts. They are tuition-free and open to all students, and managed by an independent board (not elected). These schools often have specialized curricula or … Read more
In 2012, U.S. Army Master Sergeant Cedric King woke up from a coma in Afghanistan to discover that his legs had been amputated. Today, 8 years later, Cedric says if given the chance, he’d do it all over again. You’ll hear his story of finding tremendous growth in tragedy by relinquishing control and expectations. In … Read more
You’ve probably seen the news that more than 10,000 New Hampshire students are enrolled in Education Freedom Accounts (EFAs) this year, hitting the cap. According to the way the law was written, that means next year the cap will go up to 12,500, a 25% increase. There are about 300 students on a waiting list. … Read more
This week, the New Hampshire Department of Education announced that schools are doing better academically! That’s fantastic. Or is it? They reported that in 2023, 35 percent of 8th-graders tested proficient in math and 39 percent of 7th-graders tested proficient in math. This is in contrast to 45 percent proficiency in eighth-grade math and … Read more
I came across this article and want to share it with you. I wish I would have written it, but why duplicate work? It covers so many important points. The approach is made up of five steps. Step 1: Investigate the school’s pedagogy. Through stories and clear explanations, they walk you through these types … Read more
Brentwood Expo is postponed EdOpt has decided to postpone the Brentwood expo. It was originally scheduled for July 7. We apologize for the short notice, but a family situation came up. Stay tuned for the new date! Want an expo in your area? Reply to this email or contact us if you want to organize … Read more
Listen to Jody on Freedom to Learn podcast Jody Underwood talked about EdOpt on the Freedom to Learn podcast on June 12. New Hampshire is now the 17th state to offer education freedom accounts (EFA) to all K-12 students, regardless of their family income. Jody discusses how her organization helps New Hampshire families navigate their … Read more
I just came across this article. It makes some strong claims. “According to a study by New York University, 49% of kids report chronic school-related stress, and 26% report symptoms of depression. Video games and social media often get blamed, but experts increasingly believe the soaring rates of childhood mental health disorders may have roots in the classroom.” Read … Read more
Looking for better education options for your child? Three new expos can help! There will be activities for children at these events. Come explore ALL your options, including homeschooling, charter schools, learning co-ops, EFAs, and more. Free entry, but registration is encouraged to help us plan! Register for the North Country event Register for the … Read more
I am sharing this article to show that new learning centers are opening across the country in response to the demand. EdOpt wants to support education entrepreneurship in NH. Reach out to us if you’re interested, and please share with your friends! –jody Education Entrepreneurship Across the US A case study of unconventional learning models … Read more
The Honorable Glenn Cordelli and I were guests on Manchester Public TV’s Rock, Paper, Hand Grenades yesterday talking about Education Options in New Hampshire, and what our organization is doing. These conversations are always fun, and the time passes quickly. Check it out: Subscribe to our email list, follow our FB page, and share this … Read more
