Why a public system is important P ublic education contributes to equity and social justice because it is accessible to everyone, regardless of wealth, geography, or other social factors. The public school is at the heart of every neighbourhood and public colleges and universities create communities of learning that are open to all.
Public education prepares students to be active participants in a democratic society.
First, students learn to read, write, think critically, analyze, work with numbers, and use technology. In high schools, colleges and universities they study subjects in greater depth and learn employment skills. Throughout the public education system, students learn to communicate, to understand, to respect different points of view, and to co-operate with people from many different social, ethnic and economic backgrounds. A public education system is responsible to students and citizens. Public Institutions accommodate the diverse interests, abilities and learning styles of students.