Credit to the US Department of Education

US Secretary of Education Linda McMahon visited Vertex Partnership Academies, a charter school located in the Bronx, New York. This marks her first school visit since taking on her new role as the head of the Department of Education, highlighting her commitment to advancing school choice across the United States. McMahon’s visit comes at a time when there is growing debate around the importance of educational options for families and students.
During the visit, McMahon emphasised the importance of school choice in providing students and parents the ability to select the learning environments that best meet their individual needs. She praised Vertex Partnership Academies for its community-driven approach to education, which is designed to cater to the unique requirements of its students and their families.
McMahon expresses support for school choice
“School choice is crucial for students and parents to access learning environments that best fit their needs,” McMahon said. “Touring Vertex Partnership Academies as my first K-12 visit was such a special experience – it is a perfect example of how a community can come together to build an education programme that serves the unique needs of its students and families.” Her words reflect the Department of Education’s broader efforts to strengthen educational opportunities across the nation, particularly within the realm of charter schools.
A significant milestone for Vertex Partnership Academies
Ian Rowe, the Founder and CEO of Vertex Partnership Academies, expressed his pride in the visit, noting the honour of having McMahon choose their school for her inaugural K-12 tour. “Out of 100,000 public schools across the country, we are honoured Secretary McMahon chose Vertex Partnership Academies as her first school visit,” Rowe said. “Public charter schools provide families the power to choose a world-class education for their children and empower our teachers to focus on driving educational outcomes.”
The visit signifies the Department of Education’s continued focus on fostering diverse educational options, with charter schools standing as a key player in shaping the future of the nation’s education system.