Jake Penwell, vice president of ACE Scholarships Montana, said: “Many working-class families cannot afford to move if they are struggling with the schools that their children are zoned to attend. , Scholarships ACE provides such an important resource: Families participating in ACE Scholarships are determined to make the necessary sacrifices to ensure that their children receive the education they need and provide the foundation for their success. I have.”

This program provides scholarships of up to $2,000 from private funding and fundraising under the Montana tax credit for qualifying educational contribution programs.

“Montana’s scholarship tax credit program has worked hard to meet the growing demand from families across the state for the best possible education for their children,” said Penwell.

ACE Montana offered hundreds more scholarships than last year, but Penwell said there are still 180 eligible families waiting for scholarships for their children this year, so funding is needed. said.

According to ACE, ACE Scholars have a 93% graduation rate, compared to 80% for their peers in the 2021-2022 academic year.

“All children are entitled to a quality education and there is no one-size-fits-all solution, especially in the wake of pandemic-related school closures, mandates and learning losses. ACE Scholarships CEO Norton Rainey said, “Scholarships and communities are realizing the need for alternatives. increase.

For more information or to apply, please visit www.acescholarships.org/become-a-scholar/montana/.