The cost of school dropouts affects us all. Well-supported public schools can engage all students in learning and graduate productive and competent citizens. Children are our nation's future. Their development affects all of us. Good education is not cheap, but ignorance costs far more.
Public education is a worthy investment for public funds.
We can invest now . . . The National PTA supports and encourages excellence in public education and has since its founding in 1897. The National PTA believes that public education provides a common experience for building and maintaining a commitment to the basic values of a democratic system of government. A strong public education system is vital to America's well-being. The National PTA believes that three key components to excellence in our public systems of education are parental and community involvement, competent and caring educators, and adequate funding.