My name is Dr. Evelyn Nuñez and I am the proud CEO/Superintendent at Esperanza Academy Charter School. During the week of January 26, 2025, we joined in the National School Choice Week celebration, which is a time to recognize and empower families in making the best educational decisions for their children. At Esperanza Academy, we believe that education is the key to unlocking every child’s potential, and School Choice Week highlights the importance of ensuring every family has access to quality education. School Choice Week is not just about celebrating options—it’s about advocating for equity and opportunity for all students. Every child deserves access to an education that aligns with their unique needs, talents, and aspirations, regardless of their zip code or socioeconomic background.

Esperanza Academy is proud to be a part of the growing movement that prioritizes student-centered education. We strive to provide an innovative, inclusive, and supportive environment where every child can thrive. Our academy is dedicated to fostering academic excellence, character development, and a sense of belonging for all students. Thanks to school choice, families have been able to find schools like ours that match their values, goals, and expectations for education. For many of our students, Esperanza Academy has been a life-changing choice. It’s a place where learning is personalized, diversity is celebrated, and success is achievable.

Let us remember that at the heart of this movement is a commitment to our children and their future. While we celebrate the progress made, we also recognize there is more work to be done to ensure every family has access to high-quality options. I encourage parents, educators, and community leaders to continue advocating for policies that expand access to educational opportunities like the ones we offer at Esperanza Academy Charter School.