Home School Versus Public School

Home School vs. Public School

Tanika Lewis

Com/170

October 30, 2011

Theresa Kwan (Zangara)

Abstract

Public school vs. home school, which type of education is right for you? This subject brings

heat to debates throughout the world. It touches people with personal experiences, parents, and

teachers point of views. My comparison of public school vs. home school may help parents

decide what the best option for the family. Without Parent Participation the child could not

achieve a level of education. There are two very important things to follow before deciding on

the system of education. First, analyze the child, or children to be educated. Do the child

have special needs? Is the needs physically, socially, emotionally, or socially? Second, analyze

your own situation. If the choice is home school; ask yourself as parent, can you provide the

required needed environment of learning for this child or children? With you choosing public

school; can they provide the required needed environment of learning for a child or children?

With these considerations in mind, I can explain the advantages and disadvantages of each

education system.

There are advantages and disadvantages of both types of education system. As parents, take a

closer look at the different benefits both schooling are offering before making your decision.

Advantages of Public schools are kid’s being exposed to different diversity backgrounds.

Public schools are free. The public school follows state and federal standards with the

curriculum, grading and standardized testing. Kid’s learn with a group setting, and learn how to

become a team player. Children have access to computers, science labs, and sports. Public school

has availability to bus transportation and access to guidance counselors outside the family, and

experience getting scholarships to colleges. Also, Public schools has larger events and more...