St. Louis and Kansas City have pioneered charter schools in Missouri, but state law does not allow this school choice option in rural towns. Changing Missouri statute to allow charters across the state would expand school choice opportunities for rural students.
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Elizabeth Morrison
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About the Author
Elizabeth Morrison
Elizabeth Morrison was a Research Assistant at the Show-Me Institute. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Regent University, where she majored in Communications Studies. Her interest in education reform grew from her passion to improve the lives of underprivileged children.
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