Louisiana launching new Course Choice program-WVUE FOX 8While many are familiar with Louisiana's so-called voucher system which allows parents of some students to pay for private education with public dollars. Now, the Louisiana Department of Education is working to get the word out about the state's new Course Choice program.
The system is the first of its kind in the nation.
It enables students to access public money to pay for individual courses to reach their personal goals.
Families may use Course Choice to pay for career and technical education, higher education classes, virtual classes and even apprenticeships.
The program benefits both high achieving students and those who need remedial help.
The Louisiana Department of Education is hosting two webinars to spread the word about the program.
The first will be held Wednesday, June 27 from 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
To participate log on to http://tinyurl.com/7pnre4a
You may also connect by telephone by dialing 1-888-621-7121. When prompted enter Event Number: 701635
To participate Thursday, June 28 from 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Log on to http://tinyurl.com/6rw7fmy
Or call 1-888-621-7121 and when prompted, enter the Event Number: 553505
For more information about the Course Choice program, visit www.louisianaschools.net/coursechoice, call 1-877-453-2721, or mailto:emailcourschoice@la.gov.
