DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — Governor Kay Ivey on Friday introduced the Siemens family of Dothan as part of her ongoing effort to highlight Alabamians using the state’s new CHOOSE Act education savings account program.
Brady and Hannah Siemens have three children—Gabriel, an 11th grader; Remington, a 7th grader; and Annalise, a 3rd grader. All three are now attending Northside Methodist Academy through the support of the CHOOSE Act.
“Brady and Hannah Siemens have been hoping for Alabama to have a program like the CHOOSE Act so that they can give their children the education that best suits their family. Now, that hope is a reality,” said Governor Ivey. “I look forward to the CHOOSE Act supporting many more Alabama families like the Siemenses for years to come.”
Before the program, the Siemens children were spread across three different schools. Gabriel had transferred from a private school, while Remington and Annalise attended separate public campuses. Their parents said the commute was difficult to manage. Brady works in sales, and Hannah is a medical assistant, often spending nearly two hours a day in the car for school drop-offs and pickups.
Hannah said she had been satisfied with the public schools her younger children attended but wanted the convenience of having them together. She also emphasized the opportunities the program provides.
“To other Alabama parents,” she advised, “100 percent do it! I have told so many people about this. A friend that is a single mom said this is something that changed her life.”
She added, “This is an amazing opportunity for taxpayers. I’m way more optimistic for my children’s future, and I am proud to give them a great start to life. With the CHOOSE Act helping my children receive a personalized education, I believe they can achieve college and more.”
The Siemens children are active on their new campus. Gabriel plays sports, Remington enjoys math and Boy Scouts, and Annalise takes part in dance and reading.
The Siemens are among tens of thousands of families statewide using the program. Last month, Ivey highlighted another family in Montgomery, and she has pledged to continue showcasing families benefiting from the CHOOSE Act.
