Christian Parents Want Education Quality and Their Values Too, According to New Stride, Inc. Survey
August 03 2022 - 8:30AM
Business Wire
As a new school year approaches, only a slim majority of
Christian parents prefer public education
Many Christian parents are hesitant to send their child back to
public in-person school and are considering other options, citing a
misalignment with personal values and concerns over school quality
as reasons to keep looking.
That’s according to a new survey by Stride, Inc., a leading
provider of innovative, high-quality, and tech-enabled education
solutions, which found that less than half (43%) of Christian
parents in the U.S. with children enrolled in public school are
satisfied with how public education aligns with their beliefs.
Further, two thirds (66%) of the parents surveyed are concerned
about the quality of public education in general.
The survey also revealed that Christian parents report
significant interest in online school programming, with nearly half
saying they are very likely (21%) or somewhat likely (23%) to
enroll their children in a free online school or program for the
upcoming school year if they had access to one.
“Given the challenges families have encountered in pursuit of
quality education these last few years, it’s no surprise that many
are frustrated and looking for options,” said Tony Bennett, Senior
Vice President of School Management at Stride. “With online
learning, families can access an education that not only meets
their child’s academic needs, but one where they can create a
learning experience aligned with their personal values.”
Stride, Inc. has delivered online education to more than two
million K-12 learners over the last two decades and has worked with
schools and districts across all 50 states to develop local
solutions that meet personalized online and blended learning
goals.
Stride has recently partnered with Faith Academics to provide a
comprehensive learning platform and world-class online education
experience to the faith-based education community through its
network of FaithPrep schools, including FaithPrep Academy. This
includes an adaptable curriculum in core subjects, as well as the
platform, tools, and resources necessary for successful online
learning.
“We are proud to offer faith-based school programs for families
alongside the leader in online learning solutions,” said Chuck
Wolfe, Founder and CEO at Faith Academics. “We look forward to
helping students develop Christian character while they prepare for
their life’s calling of service to others.”
Interviews for this research were conducted July 1-5, 2022, from
a sample of 1,595 parents or guardians who identify as Christian
and have kids in public school, grades K-12. For complete survey
results and information about K12-powered faith-based schools,
visit K12.com.
About Stride, Inc. At Stride, Inc. (NYSE: LRN), we are
reimagining learning—where learning is lifelong, deeply personal,
and prepares learners for tomorrow. The company has transformed
millions of people's teaching and learning experiences by providing
innovative, high-quality, tech-enabled education solutions,
curriculum, and programs directly to students, schools, the
military, and enterprises in primary, secondary, and postsecondary
settings. Stride is a premier provider of K–12 education for
students, schools, and districts, including career learning
services through middle and high school curriculum. For adult
learners, Stride delivers professional skills training in
healthcare and technology, as well as staffing and talent
development for Fortune 500 companies. Stride has delivered
millions of courses over the past decade and serves learners in all
50 states and more than 100 countries. The company is a proud
sponsor of the Future of School, a nonprofit organization dedicated
to closing the gap between the pace of technology and the pace of
change in education. More information can be found at
stridelearning.com, K12.com, galvanize.com, techelevator.com, and
medcerts.com.
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Stride, Inc. eriordan@K12.com
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