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Columbus, OH — Today, in a Franklin County Court decision, Judge Jaiza Page ruled that Ohio’s EdChoice private school voucher program is unconstitutional, asserting that the program unlawfully diverts state funds from public schools.
School Choice Ohio (SCO) — a statewide non‑profit advocating for educational freedom — strongly disagrees with this decision and believes it fails to consider the fundamental rights of families to choose the best educational setting for their children.
“While we profoundly respect the judicial process, we vehemently disagree with the court’s interpretation of Ohio’s Constitution and believe the EdChoice program remains a constitutionally sound mechanism to empower families,” said Eric “Yitz” Frank, President of School Choice Ohio. We are confident of prevailing on appeal and will continue to stand alongside Ohio families who rely on these important programs. We do appreciate Judge Page staying the ruling, allowing EdChoice to continue uninterrupted during the appeals process.”
Ohio’s scholarship programs have given families and students access to the best educational fit for each individual student. Over 143,000 students used the EdChoice scholarship programs to access school choice in FY2025.
About School Choice Ohio
School Choice Ohio is dedicated to empowering Ohio families by expanding access to public, private, charter, and homeschooling options. Since 2005, SCO has served as a leading advocate for choice in education, working at the state and local levels to promote equitable access for all students.
