The Pros And Cons Of Homeschooling Vs. Public Schools

Parents are given the option of putting their child in a public school or homeschooling them, and it is up to the parents to make the right choice, so their child has the best education possible. Although most parents choose to let their child attend a public school, there are few that choose to homeschool them. Some parents believe that if their child is homeschooled he or she will get a better education. A public school education provides a more diverse learning experience and stronger base than a homeschooling education.

Students who attend public schools are provided with the opportunity to participate in extracurricular activities, therefore they have more opportunities than homeschool students. Public schools are “...able to fund music …show more content…
Not only students, but also parents, benefit from many sources, such as: free school bus transportation to and from school, as well as an after school program where students whose parents work throughout the day can stay, until their parents are able to pick them up(“Pros and Cons of Public School Attendance”). Public schools also offer opportunities to students who need help. Reduced-priced lunches, along with academic assistance, is available to students who are under certain conditions(Chen). If parents choose to admit their child into a public school system, they are assured that the teachers are certified and qualify for the position(Chen). Therefore, parents know that their child is getting a good education. The way teachers choose to educate their students, prepares them for life beyond their high school career: “How students are educated today will substantially determine the kind of society we all will live in tomorrow”(Resnick). Students in highschool today, will be the leaders of our country tomorrow. Attending a public school comes with many benefits that help students achieve their goals and help parents support their children in every way …show more content…
However, students who attend public schools are exposed to different races, cultures, and religions everyday. Parents also choose to homeschool their children based on the fear that their child will get involved with drugs, alcohol, or violence. They feel as though their children would be safer at home(“Public School vs. Homeschool, What are the Differences?”). Although getting involved with drugs, alcohol, bullying, and violence at a public school is possible, students are able to deal with the pressures and learn how to get out of dangerous situations, which will prepare them for life beyond college. Parents also choose to homeschool their children because they want to “control what [their] children learn...”(Bennett). Even though some parents feel like they have to be involved in every aspect of their child’s life, many children benefit from the different learning techniques when enrolled in a public school and often enjoy what and how they learn at school. Some students struggle learning in a big group of people, therefore they need more one-on-one time with the teacher(Bennett). Even though specific students learn better one-on-one, many people benefit from the ability to learn in a larger group later in life. While many people believe homeschooling is