Opinion: School vouchers change the trajectory of students’ lives
Nic Antoine
Nic Antoine is the Superintendent of Schools for the Catholic Diocese of Memphis.
With the implementation of the Education Savings Account Program, families in Shelby County can receive nearly $8,200 toward tuition, fees and transportation to attend Catholic schools.
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