The Importance Of The Public Education System

The public education system in the United States of America serves as a modem for preparing our youth to enter the complex adult world. Schools ensure the advancement of all students regardless of race, sex, or social class. Not one child is ever “left behind” in our schools. With all the standardized exams and tests administered to students, we can make sure that everyone is on the same path for success. However, no matter how much emphasis we put into education we still see students failing and falling behind. Many soon drop out and are thrust into society with the skill set of a child. Although it may seem that our system of educating our youth focuses on the success of the individual child, it is not as it appears. Schools fail to meet …show more content…
Schools do not prepare children to face the obligations of our society and democracy. When they enter the world they are clueless. There are many contributing factors to this problem. For one we limit the growth of students as individuals, by reducing the diversity in courses offered. Schools also force rigorous, meaningless courses onto students. If we want our youth to grow up and be active participants in today 's society a change must be …show more content…
There are many ways to fix this problem. Schools should fire teachers who have a history of being lazy, and abusive. Courses should not be restricted and forced onto every single student. Instead they should be given the opportunity to take courses on subjects that they can use later on in life. Offering enrichment courses like the arts and athletics would not only make education interesting but profit a student 's individuality. If students are all given an equal chance to succeed they will rise to the expectations given. The only way to create an educated and active community is by ensuring they receive the best education