Most people with children care about the quality of their public schools. But K-12 education has far-reaching implications for a democratic society that extend beyond the choices parents make about how to educate their children. It’s important to think about the purpose of K-12 education, who influences what’s being taught, and whether or not funding disparities matter. What should children learn during their K-12 education? What should be available to every student, regardless of where they live or who they are? Who should support it, and who benefits from it?
