National Parents’ Day in America was yesterday. 

What does that have to do with Convention of States? 

Everything. 

National Parents’ Day is a time to honor the role that parents play in raising, guiding, and protecting their children. It reminds us that families are the first and most important place where values are taught and futures are shaped. 

But today, many parents feel that their voices are being pushed aside by decisions made far away in Washington, D.C.

That is where the Convention of States movement comes in.

At its heart, Convention of States is about restoring the proper balance of power in our country. It seeks to limit federal overreach and return authority to the states and the people – especially parents. 

One of the clearest examples of this is education.

For decades, the federal government has grown its role in America’s schools. Policies, funding rules, and mandates often come from agencies that are far removed from local communities. Many parents believe that they have little say in what their children are taught or how schools are run, and there are too many parents who have lived that frustration in real time. 

One goal of the Convention of States movement is to eliminate needless federal bureaucratic institutions such as the Department of Education. This would return control of schooling to parents, local school districts, and state governments. It would not mean the end of education standards or quality learning. Instead, it would mean that decisions are made closer to home, where families can have an authentic and authoritative voice.

It is important to understand that a Convention of States would not directly change school curricula. It would not decide what textbooks are used or what lessons are taught. What it would do is shift who is in a position to make those decisions – in other words, who decides. 

That distinction matters.

When decisions are made locally, parents can attend school board meetings, speak with teachers, and work with their communities. They can be heard. When decisions are made at the federal level, that connection is cut.

This idea goes beyond education. Parents should have the primary role in guiding their children’s healthcare choices, moral upbringing, and religious beliefs. These are deeply personal matters that should not be controlled by the unelected and uncaring.

National Parents’ Day reminds us that parenting is not just a private responsibility – it is a cornerstone of a healthy society. When parents are empowered, children thrive. When families are strong, communities are stronger.

The Convention of States movement stands for these same principles. It seeks to ensure that governments respect the rights of parents and do not overstep their bounds. It is about trusting families and local communities to make the best decisions for their children.

If you believe parents should have a stronger voice in their children’s education and future, now is the time to act.

Sign the Liberty Pledge today!