A collection of articles on public schools, including charter schools and magnet schools. Includes history of the public schools, school lunch program, PTA, and other matters of interest to those who care about the public schools.

Public Schools Articles

The History of The PTA The Parent Teacher Association or PTA has been an important part of education since 1897. Many schools encourage PTA membership and participation. Knowing the history of the PTA will help you understand the importance of getting involved. Read more - The History of The PTA
Public School vs Home School Public School or Home School, Which is Right for You? Our comparison of public school versus home school may help you decide the best option for your child. Keep reading to discover the pros and cons of public vs. home school. Read more - Public School vs Home School
Integrating Homeschooling and Other Schooling Homeschooling can be enriched by integration with other types of schooling. This article provides information on combining homeschool with public school, private school, and higher education curricula through various means.  Read more - Integrating Homeschooling and Other Schooling
The History of the School Lunch Program Have you ever wondered why schools offer a school lunch program or when and why the school lunch program was created? Read this article for more information on the history of the school lunch program. You may be surprised. Read more - The History of the School Lunch Program
CoEd or Single Sex Education Will you choose coed or single sex education? Both coed and single sex schools have pros and cons. How do the two types of schools compare? In this article find different factors to consider when choosing between single-sex and coed private schools.   Read more - CoEd or Single Sex Education
Choosing a School Fundraiser Choosing appropriate school fundraisers for your school community is an important decision. What are your fundraising options? This article has information and resources for organizing a school fundraiser for your public or private school. Read more - Choosing a School Fundraiser
Public School Uniform Debate The public school uniform debate has been an issue for educators, parents, and students for years. This article has information on the pros and cons of public school uniform from educators', parents', and students' views.
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Public School Uniform Statistics Private schools often require students to wear school uniforms. Some public schools are now adopting uniform policies. Keep reading for information on public school uniform statistics and the ongoing school uniform debate. Read more - Public School Uniform Statistics
School Vouchers In the current climate of concern over the shortcomings of the public education system, school vouchers are a topic that has stirred a lot of heated debate. This article reviews the pros and cons of school voucher programs. Read more - School Vouchers
Private Schools vs. Charter Schools First article in series on school comparisons - private schools vs. charter schools. Find the characteristics of each and pros/cons. Is a charter school or private school right for your child? Also view statistics on charter and private schools. Read more - Private Schools vs. Charter Schools
Public Schools vs. Charter Schools This article explains the relationship of public schools and charter schools. If you are considering sending your child to a public or charter school, read this article to learn more about public schools in general and charter schools in particular. Read more - Public Schools vs. Charter Schools
No Child Left Behind (NCLB) No Child Left Behind (NCLB) is a piece of bipartisan education reform that was proposed by President George W. Bush during his first week in office, and passed by Congress on January 8, 2002. Read this article to learn more about this important law. Read more - No Child Left Behind (NCLB)
Public Schools vs. Private Schools Third in our school comparison series on Public Schools versus Private Schools. If you are having difficulty deciding between sending your child to a public school or a private school, this article has information to assist with your decision. Read more - Public Schools vs. Private Schools
History of Public Schools What does the term public school mean to you? Do you know the history of public schools? This article contains great history information on the early years in the history public schools as well as recent history of public schools. Read more - History of Public Schools
Year Round School Statistics How widespread is year round school? This article has information on year round school statistics for K-12 schools nationwide. The year round school statistics for the United States and beyond may surprise you. Read more - Year Round School Statistics
Public School vs. Christian School How do Christian schools compare to public schools? If you are trying to decide between public school versus a Christian school then this article can help. Find pros and cons of both Christian and public schools here. Read more - Public School vs. Christian School
School Dress Codes School dress codes are often a topic of debate. Allowing students to express their individuality while still maintaining a proper educational environment can be very difficult. This article covers basic dress code and school uniform issues. Read more - School Dress Codes
Magnet Schools Magnet schools are one of the many choices available to parents in some areas for their child’s education. A magnet school is a public school with a specific focus, such as science or performing arts. Read more about magnet schools in this article.
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Charter Schools Many parents want more choices in their children’s education, and charter schools are a relatively recent innovation in public schools meant to address that concern.  The pros and cons to charter schools are explored in this article. Read more - Charter Schools
Charter Schools vs. Magnet Schools Charter schools and magnet schools are similar in some ways and different in others. This article defines what a magnet school is and what a charter school is, and compares the popularity of charter schools vs. magnet schools.
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Public School Ratings Public school ratings are an important element of the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act. This article has an overview of public school ratings, examples of school plans, and statistics on public school ratings. Read more - Public School Ratings
Advantages of Public Schools When comparing homeschools, private schools, and public schools, it is important to look at the pros and cons of all of them. This article reviews the advantages of public schools compared to private schools or homeschools. Read more - Advantages of Public Schools
Compulsory Education Have you ever told your kids, “You have to go to school: it’s the law”? This article discusses the history of compulsory education, compulsory education requirements in the U.S. and how U.S. education requirements compare to the rest of the world. Read more - Compulsory Education
Free and Reduced Cost School Lunches Free and reduced cost school lunches can be provided by any public or nonprofit private school or day care. Federal income guidelines determine who is eligible for free and reduced cost school lunch. Learn more about this nutritious meal option for kids. Read more - Free and Reduced Cost School Lunches
School Lunch Programs School lunch programs are an important part of our public school system. Children and teenagers often rely on school lunch as part of a nutritional, healthy diet. Read this article to learn more about the school lunch program and why it is so important. Read more - School Lunch Programs
School Lunch Menu Nutrition The National School Lunch Program’s mission is to provide nutritious meals to America’s children, especially those from lower income groups. Though in many ways the program has been a success, there is growing concern among parents and doctors about the health of America’s children and the quality of the food provided by school lunches. Read more - School Lunch Menu Nutrition
School Choice Debate The debate about school choice is a complicated issue. School choice is a multi-faceted cluster of education reform items. Keep reading for an overview of the arguments. Read more - School Choice Debate
Why Have School Fundraisers Why have a school fundraiser? There are many reasons that prompt a school community to raise funds. This article lays out seven of the top reasons to have a school fundraiser. Read more - Why Have School Fundraisers
Types of School Fund Raisers There are many different approaches that can raise funds for a school. This article provides a number of ideas for a variety of types of school fundraiser, some one-shot and others ongoing. Read more - Types of School Fund Raisers
What Is School Ranking? School ranking is carried out by various organizations in order to allow parents and others to judge and compare the quality of schools. This articles explains the basics of school ranking. Read more - What Is School Ranking?
Secular vs. Sectarian Schools One way of categorizing kinds of schools is by whether they are secular (sometimes called non-sectarian) or sectarian. This article explains some of the key differences. Read more - Secular vs. Sectarian Schools
Private Preschool vs. Public Preschool Why do people prefer private or public preschools? Here is some information on the pros and cons of private and public preschools for your child. Read more - Private Preschool vs. Public Preschool
Types of Public School Educational Support What types of educational support are available in a typical public school outside of classroom instruction?  Here is an overview of some other school services. Read more - Types of Public School Educational Support
Box Tops for Education Review In this Box Tops for Education review, you can learn about the Box Tops for Education program and how you and your child's school can benefit from using the Box Tops for Education program. There are tons of products that use the Box Tops for Education program. Keep reading to learn more. Read more - Box Tops for Education Review
English Language Learners - ELL English Language Learners (ELL) describe the student population of the United States that are actively engaging in learning the English language after immigrating to the country. English Language Learners strive to learn and speak English accurately and fluently. Read more - English Language Learners - ELL