Louisiana Kids Matter is excited to continue our work advocating for students to ensure they all have access to an equitable and high quality education. To keep you better informed on our efforts, today we’re launching the first issue of the Kids Matter Quarterly, where......
Newsletter Policy Goals
In 2026, Louisiana Kids Matter will work toward the following five policy goals to strengthen the education system in Louisiana: Louisiana Kids Matter will secure an additional $80 million for the GATOR Scholarship. Louisiana Kids Matter will create a charter facilities loan fund to expand......
Policy Goals
In 2024, LA Kids Matter continued to work to create more educational opportunities for students across our state. In 2024, we accomplished the following wins: In order to deliver every family the choice of school that best fits their needs, Louisiana Kids Matter passed the......
Policy Goals
As we recover from the Covid-19 pandemic, Louisiana’s students–so bright and full of potential–are struggling. According to the Louisiana Department of Education, the number of students achieving mastery on state tests fell from 34% in 2019 to 29% in 2021. These statistics are alarming. This......
Policy Goals
Louisiana Kids Matter recognizes that all students need a great deal of support to recover from the learning losses of the Covid-19 pandemic. That is why, in our first legislative session, our three policy goals seek to speed this recovery and ensure that students and......
Policy Goals