Texas School Voucher Program: An Overview from Comptroller Kelly Hancock

Texas Education Savings Account (ESA) Program

• 💡 The Texas ESA program has enrolled over a thousand private schools statewide, with more expected as enrollment opens.
• 🎯 The program aims to make Texas the number one education state by fostering competition and driving improvements across all school types.

Eligibility and Enrollment

• 🏫 PreK schools are very excited about the program, with over half of enrolled schools currently being PreK institutions.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 While PreK students are eligible, the primary focus for K-12 funding is on low-income and special needs students, as prioritized by the legislature and the Comptroller's office.

Addressing Concerns and Program Philosophy

• ⚠️ Some schools with potential conflicts with state law or directives, including those with possible ties to foreign governments or certain organizations, were asked for an attorney general's opinion.
• 🚫 The program is not blocking non-Christian schools; the enrollment includes a diverse range of institutions.
• 🤝 The program emphasizes educational freedom, with no mandate for schools or parents to participate.
• 🌟 The ultimate goal is to empower families and encourage school improvement through competition.