Families looking for a new K-12 education option this fall can find out about their choices and start the process of choosing through fun and family-friendly events taking place all across the state this January. Illinois schools and organizations are planning 1,049 celebrations out of the more than 27,000 events taking place nationwide to celebrate National School Choice Week’s 15th anniversary. School choice allows families to select the learning environment that works best for their children, whether it is traditional public school, public charter school, public magnet school, private school, online learning, homeschooling, or microschooling. With options expanding in many places, parents are better positioned than ever to find the place where their children will learn, thrive, and succeed. A January 2025 survey conducted by the National School Choice Awareness Foundation revealed that more than 60 percent of parents explored new schools for their children in the last 12 months, highlighting the high demand for K–12 education options in 2024. National School Choice Week takes place in January each year to encourage families to start their school searches early; the Week raises awareness and shares practical information for parents as they explore their local K–12 options. To download a guide or find a celebration close to you for coverage or photos, visit schoolchoiceweek.com/illinois.