Introduction by Dr. Gary Houchens, PHD, a former teacher, principal, and school district administrator now serving as the director of the educational leadership doctoral program at Western Kentucky University. He has served as a policy advisor to several education reform organizations and was a member of the Kentucky Board of Education from 2016-2019.
Kelley Paul, a native of Russellville, KY, author, speaker, political consultant and wife of Senator Rand Paul.
Jenean Hampton, Kentucky’s 57th Lt. Governor, US Air Force Veteran, Kentucky’s first black statewide office holder and only the third African American female to serve as Lt. Governor in any U.S. state. Hampton shares her own story of education and how a school can change your life.
Walter Blanks, Jr., a native of Columbus, OH where he was a direct beneficiary of school choice. Today he works for the American Federation for Children and travels the country to promote educational opportunities for every family.
Ashley Cornwell, a concerned Warren County parent who came to understand that the current once size fits all education system can not possibly work for every student.