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In Executive Order 13969, issued by the President of the United States, it is noted that many children suffered significant educational setbacks due to school closures during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Executive Order highlights the particular challenges faced by children with special needs and those from low-income and minority backgrounds, as well as the economic impact on families. To address these issues, the Secretary of Health and Human Services is directed to use Community Services Block Grant funds to offer emergency learning scholarships to disadvantaged families. These scholarships can help pay for private schooling, homeschooling, or special education services, to ensure that more children have access to quality educational opportunities.

During National School Choice Week in 2025, President Donald J. Trump proclaimed the week of January 26 to February 1 as a time to support educational freedom in the United States. The proclamation highlights the progress made in increasing school choice during his first term, emphasizing the importance of empowering parents to choose the best educational paths for their children, whether in homeschooling, charter, public, or parochial schools. It argues that school choice leads to better educational outcomes, increased safety, and financial savings, aiming to return decision-making to parents and create a more efficient education system. The intent is to inspire a focus on improving America's education for a prosperous future.