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Relive the Insights: Videos from the Idaho Coalition of Charter School Families Policy Summit on Virtual Charter Schools

On Monday, November 3, 2025, the Coalition of Idaho Charter School Families hosted an in-person Policy Summit on Virtual Charter Schools at the Hilton Garden Inn in Downtown Boise. This important gathering brought together parents, educators, school leaders, students, policymakers, and advocates to dive deep into the challenges and opportunities surrounding virtual charter school funding and accountability in Idaho.

The summit's agenda featured thought-provoking sessions, expert presentations, panel discussions, and interactive Q&A— all centered on ensuring equitable funding that follows the child, exploring alternative accountability models, reforming Idaho's school funding formula, and highlighting the diverse needs of virtual school students.

Now, you can experience the key moments from the day through this comprehensive YouTube playlist, which includes full session recordings, expert talks (including from economist Ben Scafidi), school leader and student panels, and candid Q&A exchanges on topics like transportation funding, salary-based apportionment, extracurricular access, and more.

Whether you attended in person or are joining the conversation now, these videos capture the passionate advocacy for trusting parents, expanding school choice, and creating a fairer system for Idaho's virtual charter families.

Dive into the playlist and get informed for the ongoing fight for educational freedom: Virtual Charter School Forum Playlist

Which session or insight inspired you the most? Share your thoughts below! #SchoolChoice #IdahoCharters #VirtualCharters #TrustParents #IdahoEducation

AGENDA

  • Opening Remarks

  • Session 1: Understanding Virtual Charter School Funding

  • Session 2: Who Are Virtual School Students?

  • Session 3: What is Alternative Accountability and Why Should Policymakers Care

  • Session 4: Reforming Idaho’s School Funding Formula

  • Closing Remarks & Polling Insights

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