Private schools have less students for a reason

As the Legislature debates a proposal that could expand access to a scholarship program for private school vouchers, the voucher program for a budget facing a shortfall of as much as $3 billion isn't often discussed.

People are wondering why private schools have less students, and it's because that is what parents are paying for in the long run. In all honesty, most children going to public schools don't have the financial stability or help to go to a private school and there for have no choice but to learn in larger groups.

It's also because private school enrollment has been falling for almost five years now, according to reports from the Florida Department of Education. A portion of the blame is going toward the nose-diving economy, but is that where it should be going?

A number of private schools are deciding to become charter schools, which receive public funding but aren't bound by all of the rules followed by most public schools. This might change the school system drastically. Only time will tell.

If you are interested in sending your students to The Broach Schools, please don't let the cost keep you from making the right decision for your student. The Broach Schools offer a variety of scholarship opportunities, including but not limited to McKay and Step Up for Students.

Call our main office today at (904) 637-0300 for more information about our schools and these scholarship opportunities.