I think that many public education schools are working; many are not. I think that public education continues to try to improve its schools, has a way to assess its teachers, and endorses equality. I do think that pubic schools can do more to reflect the needs of its local communities. I would love to see the public education system do more to meet the needs of their students and families. I think private schools are able to do this freely and because of this adaptation to the community, they are in a better position to serve their community. I'm not sure why districts and states can't allow this same freedom. I also think public education has done a lot to try to provide its students/parents options and will continue to. I wish they could allow a greater diversity in the type of curriculum and material utilized in district classrooms. What will work in one school will not necessarily work in all schools, and this should be reflected in the school in order to meet the differing needs of the students.