One affluent Gilbert family tried to use ESA voucher funds for a $16,170 cello until state Schools Chief Tom Horne’s office stopped it

PHOENIX — Should Arizona’s growing school voucher program pay for a $16,170 cello?

One affluent Gilbert family thought so – and fought the Department of Education to get it reimbursed.

State Schools Chief Tom Horne, a vocal supporter of Arizona’s Empowerment Scholarship Accounts, told the 12News I-Team that his office is cracking down on questionable ESA purchases, such as the purchase of a cello…

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