Friday, March 16, 2012

Louisiana Catholic Bishops back Governor Jindal's education plan

STATEMENT IN SUPPORT OF THE GOVERNOR'S SCHOLARSHIP
AND TAX REBATE PROPOSALS
BY THE
LOUISIANA CONFERENCE OF CATHOLIC BISHOPS

Because of the scholarship program already in place, Catholic schools are often the only opportunity for economically disadvantaged young people to receive a quality education.

The Louisiana Conference of Catholic Bishops therefore supports Governor Jindal’s plan to expand statewide the Student Scholarships for Educational Excellence program for the 2012-13 school year. Annual surveys show parents and students in Orleans Parish are very happy with this effective program.

We also support the Governor’s plan to create a rebate for donations to nonprofit organizations that offer scholarships to low income students to attend private school. These organizations have successfully helped parents place their children in private schools in other states.

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