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A message for all
Time for Education Reform
"Any reason is the right reason."
"Any reason is the right reason."
Collecting the days
Who said it?
Events
On January 26, 2024, we arrived on a Friday, in the rain at the War Memorial. The first ever New Jersey School Choice Expo was a success, and we look forward to the next.
"Any reason is the right reason."
Why is a Virtual Choice important to us?
We need this for many reasons. Some kids learn better with less distractions, because bullying is a problem, mental health issues or immunity issues, other health issues like severe food allergies and schools still suck at making fair accommodations for these children, and because we parents should have a say and option!
Anonymous Family
My son has a mental disability and we are unable to afford an online school. Most every other state offers free virtual learning. This is ridiculous that NJ won't help us! I AGREE everyone with any disability should have access to free virtual learning!
Anonymous, Ewing Twp, NJ
My son has been bullied and treated as the problem after nothing was done about the bullying. He's been in crisis twice this last school year and the district made him jump through hoops to be able to get back into school. I'm just trying to do what's best for him.
Anonymous, Mount Holly, NJ
About Us
New Jersey Parents for Virtual Choice is a coalition of parents united in advocating for the adoption of a permanent virtual learning option within New Jersey's public school system. As of 2023, thirty-five states have successfully implemented a virtual education model, providing families with this essential choice.
Despite this, our state government remains resistant to such an option, partly due to the lack of a pre-2020 model, which led to challenges during the initial shift to online learning. This issue highlights the need for our state to adapt and offer diverse educational choices.
Our mission is to expand school choice and enhance learning opportunities for all New Jersey students. We believe that incorporating a virtual learning option is a crucial step in achieving this goal.
Before & After Virtual School - Ian
Before & After Virtual School -- Ian
Before: Ian was bullied, got suspended, and was even sent to the hospital for an emergency psychiatric screening. Eventually his parents found him a special ed school with a smaller setting, but it was not the right fit and Ian continued to struggle. The school system was failing him.
After: Ian is thriving in the virtual setting. He learns better without the distractions of other students, his sensory issues, his anxiety, or other issues interfering. He has had perfect attendance and participation and perfect grades through this year of virtual school. Ian now has more time to pursue music – his passion! – and he has positive social interactions with his bandmates.
Ian has always struggled with the traditional in-person school setting. Families should have a choice in what works best for our children’s education!
33 states have permanent free public virtual school options. When will New Jersey get with the times and join them? New Jersey needs to offer a virtual choice.
Which story are you?
Tell us your story
“My daughter has a rare genetic syndrome that involves a compromised heart, lungs, and immune system. She is too young to be vaccinated (and a vaccine might not even produce antibodies for her) and her team of specialists agrees that in-person school is unsafe for her. She has an IEP and would lose services if I had to pull her out of the district and homeschool her. Her sisters are also too young to be vaccinated and have been attending remote school as well. Sending them back in person would jeopardize her health.”
33 states have permanent free public virtual school options. When will New Jersey get with the times and join them? New Jersey needs to offer a Virtual Choice!
If you'd like us to share your story, please send us an email at njpfvc@gmail.com. We will post quotes anonymously unless you choose to use your name. It's your choice!
Get in Touch
New Jersey Parents for Virtual Choice is committed to helping parents obtain Virtual Learning. Questions, comments or special requests? We’d love to hear from you, so don’t hesitate to reach out today. Your contact request is confidential.
