Some of these parents believe vouchers are the answer so proponents have rallied their support. Opponents of vouchers believe it is unlikely vouchers will be available to limited numbers of students and be too little money to help low-income families in many parts of the country. Families pay the rest. Nor do they cover transportation, field trips or books. And most of all, they don't guarantee that every child will get past the admissions office.
Vouchers are for private schoosls, and private schools are selective.
The voucher debate will likely continue nationally and locally, in courts of law and in the court of public opinion. And the debate will continue among all who are concerned about the future of education in our nation, including United Methodist Women members. Advocating for public education isn't new for United Methodists. The denomination, historically, has been a leader in supporting access to quality education for all children. We do not support the expansion or the strengthening of private schools with public funds.