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SUMMARY:Georgia Charter Advocacy Visits
DESCRIPTION:This spring\, Freedom to Choose Schools (FCS) brought together passionate advocacy teams of teachers\, school leaders\, parents\, and students for an inspiring series of visits to the Capitol. Together\, they met with lawmakers to share firsthand what makes their charter schools so wonderful — and why these schools are vital to families and communities across Georgia. \nEach week\, a new group of schools joined the movement to make their voices heard: \n\nWeek of February 10: Ivy Prep School\nWeek of February 27: Utopian Academy\nWeek of March 10: KIPP Strive & PEACE Academy\nWeek of March 17: Kindezi 04W\, Gideon\, & West Schools\nWeeks of March 24 & March 31: Liberation Academy\n\nThese visits celebrated the dedication and impact of charter schools and the communities they serve — reminding everyone that student success and educational freedom deserve a strong voice.
URL:https://chooseschools.org/event/georgia-charter-advocacy-visits/
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SUMMARY:FCCS and BMI hosting THIRTY: Community Town Hall Discussion
DESCRIPTION:A community discussion about the future of Texas’ Education with local leaders\, school parents\, and community members.
URL:https://chooseschools.org/event/fccs-and-bmi-hosting-thirty-community-town-hall-discussion/
LOCATION:Beatrice Mayes Institute\, 5807 Calhoun Rd\, Houston\, TX\, United States
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SUMMARY:Annual Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Event
DESCRIPTION:FCS sponsored the annual Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce event this year! It was a great turnout and we were happy to see some of our charter colleagues there\, like Harmony Schools\, Latinos for Education\, and KIPP. \nOur CEO Jay Artis-Wright\, along with FCS Action board chair\, Victor Evans\, met with several TN lawmakers to discuss education and the future of our work.  Huge thank you to state Representatives Slater\, White and Love for taking time to meet with us.  \nFCS CEO\, along with our partners\, CBED- Sharif El Mekki\, Brightbeam- Chris Stewart and Energy Converters- Dr Charles Cole presented findings and research at the Charter School Growth Fund summit in West Palm Beach.
URL:https://chooseschools.org/event/annual-houston-hispanic-chamber-of-commerce-event/
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SUMMARY:Georgia House Representative Sheila Jones visits Westside Atlanta Charter School
DESCRIPTION:FCCS builds bridges between school leaders and lawmakers! We brought Representative Jones to tour and hear from the community at WACS. We look forward to continuing the relationship!
URL:https://chooseschools.org/event/georgia-house-representative-sheila-jones-visits-westside-atlanta-charter-school/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250522
DTSTAMP:20251009T201820Z
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SUMMARY:Georgia House Representative Omari Crawford visits PEACE Academy
DESCRIPTION:FCCS is a bridge builder! Bringing Representative Crawford to PEACE Academy to tour the campus\, speak with students and staff\, and hear from the school’s leaders to ensure the value of our schools is known.
URL:https://chooseschools.org/event/georgia-house-representative-omari-crawford-visits-peace-academy/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250604
DTSTAMP:20251009T202308Z
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SUMMARY:FCS 3rd Annual Legacy Award Gala Honoring Sarah Carpenter
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for an Evening of Excellence and Impact \nThe Freedom Coalition for Charter Schools invites you to our 3rd Annual Legacy Award Gala as we honor the extraordinary Sarah Carpenter—a visionary leader whose tireless dedication has transformed educational opportunities for countless students and families. \nOn June 3rd\, 2025\, in Memphis\, TN\, we’ll gather to celebrate Sarah’s remarkable legacy of service\, leadership\, and advocacy in the charter school movement. This inspiring evening will feature distinguished guest speakers including Rosalyn Freeman\, Emma Bloomberg\, Dr. Steve Perry\, Dorsey Hopson\, Kenneth Campbell\, and former NBA player Elliot Perry. \nBe part of this special celebration as we recognize those who are paving the way for educational freedom and excellence. Your presence and support help us continue building a brighter future for students across our community.
URL:https://chooseschools.org/event/fcs-3rd-annual-legacy-award-gala-honoring-sarah-carpenter/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250617
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SUMMARY:Georgia Sine Die and Scoops!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating Legislative Success and Building Connections \nJoin us for our Georgia Sine Die and Scoops celebration! As the legislative session comes to a close\, we’re bringing together charter school leaders and Georgia lawmakers for an evening of ice cream\, conversation\, and community building. \nThis special event offers a unique opportunity to connect with the legislators who champion educational choice and freedom\, while celebrating the progress we’ve made together this session. It’s more than just a social gathering—it’s about strengthening the partnerships that help our schools thrive and ensuring student voices are heard in the halls of the Capitol.
URL:https://chooseschools.org/event/georgia-sine-die-and-scoops/
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SUMMARY:Get Out the Vote: Voter Pledge Drives
DESCRIPTION:FCS’ “Get Out the Vote” voter pledge drives at multiple charter schools in Atlanta\, GA led to more than 100 new voters engaging in the November 4 school board elections and subsequent runoff!
URL:https://chooseschools.org/event/gotv-voter-pledge-drives/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251002
DTSTAMP:20260306T180847Z
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SUMMARY:Latino Leadership Forum
DESCRIPTION:Freedom to Choose Schools hosted an important conversation around Latino families’ access to quality schools and the power of representation in the classroom with Houston area advocates and community members.
URL:https://chooseschools.org/event/latino-leadership-forum/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260220
DTSTAMP:20260306T181145Z
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SUMMARY:Texas Talk: Education and the Power of the Vote
DESCRIPTION:Freedom to Choose Schools and Beatrice Mayes Institute Charter School hosted the Texas Talk Town Hall to bring together community members and leaders to discuss the impacts of the 89th Texas legislative session\, the future of education in Texas\, and the power of the vote!
URL:https://chooseschools.org/event/texas-talk-education-and-the-power-of-the-vote/
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DTSTAMP:20260306T181504Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Georgia Gubernatorial Candidate Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join FCS for the 2026 Georgia Gubernatorial Candidate Forum on Saturday March 14 for a discussion centered on education topics affecting parents\, students\, and community stakeholders!
URL:https://chooseschools.org/event/2026-georgia-gubernatorial-candidate-forum/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTSTAMP:20260607T130817Z
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SUMMARY:Houston Voter Engagement Campaign
DESCRIPTION:We partnered with families and school communities across four Houston-area charter campuses to expand voter education\, strengthen civic participation\, and empower parents to become informed advocates for their communities. \nOutreach efforts helped build stronger connections between parents\, school communities\, and local civic initiatives\, laying the groundwork for ongoing collaboration and engagement beyond election cycles. \nBy combining voter education with relationship-driven community outreach\, this initiative successfully expanded civic awareness\, increased parent participation\, and strengthened pathways for long-term community engagement throughout Houston-area school communities.
URL:https://chooseschools.org/event/houston-voter-engagement-campaign/
LOCATION:Houston\, TX
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260404
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260412
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SUMMARY:Teacher Appreciation Events with Georgia State Senator Sonya Halpern
DESCRIPTION:State Senator Sonya Halpern joined us for visits to four schools across the community in Atlanta\, GA. These visits created meaningful opportunities for Senator Halpern to connect directly with educators\, school leaders\, and students within her legislative district. \nThroughout each campus visit\, school leaders shared their impact\, challenges\, and vision for supporting students and families\, helping to deepen understanding around the needs and successes of schools in the community.
URL:https://chooseschools.org/event/teacher-appreciation-events/
LOCATION:Atlanta\, GA\, Atlanta\, Georgia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261112
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DTSTAMP:20260710T173411Z
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SUMMARY:FCS 4th Annual Legacy Award Gala Honoring David Hardy
DESCRIPTION:Freedom to Choose Schools invites you to save the date for our 4th Annual Legacy Award Gala honoring the founder of Boys’ Latin of Philadelphia Charter School and President of Girard College\, David Hardy\, in Philadelphia\, PA. \n\n\nMORE INFO & TICKETS
URL:https://chooseschools.org/event/fcs-4th-annual-legacy-award-gala-honoring-david-hardy/
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