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National School Choice Week 2013
Posted: 01.27.2013 at 4:08 PM
Kate Fox

Kate Fox is a Multi-Media Journalist for 7 & 4 News. You can see her work on 7 & 4 News at 5 and 6.

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January 27th through February 2nd being recognized as National School Choice Week, the world's largest celebration of education reform.

Right now, studies show that one student drops out of an American high school every 26 seconds, and 1.3 million students fail to graduate from an American high school every year.

This week is designed to shine a spotlight on these stats and raise awareness on the need for effective education options for all American children. Over the next 7 days, more than 3,500 events will take place in every corner of the nation.

Everyone from kids, parents, teachers, community leaders to celebrities and sports figures will participate in this bi-partisan celebration.

For more information on National School Choice Week and to find out events going on locally CLICK HERE.

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