All schools should be private schools.

I believe that not all schools should be private schools.Public schools provide essential opportunities for less fortunate kids that they might not otherwise have. Public education acts as a great equalizer, offering access to education regardless of a family's financial situation. If all schools were private, including Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, and High School, the cost would be astronomical. Most parents rely on public schools because they do not have the means to afford private school tuition.Furthermore, public schools contribute to societal diversity and inclusivity. They bring together students from various backgrounds, fostering an environment where children can learn from one another and develop a broader understanding of the world. This diverse interaction is invaluable in preparing students for the realities of society.One counter-argument might be that scholarships could mitigate the cost of private schools. However, scholarships are limited and often highly competitive. Not every child in need will receive one. Moreover, scholarships usually cover only a portion of the expenses, leaving families to bear the remaining costs, which can still be substantial.Additionally, public schools often offer specialized programs and services that might not be available in private schools. This includes special education services, bilingual education programs, and free or reduced-price lunch programs, which are critical for many students.Moreover, public schools are accountable to the public. They must adhere to state education standards and undergo regular evaluations to ensure they are providing a quality education. This accountability can drive continuous improvement and ensure that all students receive a high standard of education.In conclusion, while private schools offer certain benefits, making all schools private would exacerbate inequality, limit access to education for many children, and undermine the diverse, inclusive, and accountable nature of public schooling. We must support and invest in our public schools to ensure that every child has the opportunity to succeed.

I understand your concerns about the challenges faced by public schools, but I believe making all schools private would create more problems than it solves.
First, public schools are held to strict state education standards, ensuring consistent education quality. While private schools can set their own curriculum, they lack the same level of accountability, which can lead to inconsistent education across different schools. Public schools undergo regular evaluations that help ensure a high standard of education, and they are more accessible to students of all socioeconomic backgrounds.
Regarding safety, while incidents like the one you mentioned are tragic, they are not exclusive to public schools. Public schools are actively working to improve safety through measures like increased counseling services, anti-bullying programs, and better security. Excluding vulnerable students from public education by making schools private would not solve these issues; it could just create barriers to education for those who need it most.
Inclusion and diversity are some of the greatest strengths of public schools. They bring together students from different backgrounds, teaching empathy, social skills, and preparing them for life in a diverse society. Private schools, by design, tend to be more homogeneous, limiting students' exposure to different perspectives. Public schools foster a learning environment that reflects the real world.
While scholarships and NGO partnerships can help some students access private schools, they can't provide universal access to education. Public schools ensure that every child, regardless of their financial situation, has the right to an education. If we make all schools private, many children would be left without access to education because their families cannot afford the tuition. Education should be a right for everyone, not just for those who can pay for it.
Lastly, public schools also work to improve the student-to-teacher ratio through better funding and support. Private schools may have smaller class sizes, but that doesn't necessarily guarantee better education. Public schools offer a wide range of specialized programs and services that are often not available in private schools, such as special education services and free or reduced-price lunch programs.
In conclusion, public schools provide an essential foundation for equality and diversity, ensuring that every child has access to education, regardless of their background. Rather than privatizing all schools, we should work to improve and strengthen public education systems, making them more accessible and supportive for all students.

At this point in the debate,it is clear that the opposition's biggest concern is equal opportunity.They have showed their willingness to sacrifice quality over quantity by failing to address concerns about the "volatile" standards that the public education system is highly dependant on for evaluation and  delivery,they have completely abandoned the greater importance of a competent education system over an available one.Moreover, despite having public schools already, the number of student graduates from these institutions in comparison to private schools is dwindling,surely they should see that entrusting societies most vulnerable to a crumbling government system is intentionally jeopardizing their future.

 The reliance on funding and support to run these institutions is also risky as donors and the government have shifting political agendas, more vulnerable to economic constraints and generally change priorities ultimately leading to budget constraints that significantly affect service delivery. Lastly,the public education system is not alien to homogeny as majority of students are of similar economic and social status.Also, students in private schools are given opportunity to interact with people of various backgrounds through community outreach programs and it's not like they interact among themselves at home as well,they have multiple chances to meet various people demographics outside school.To sum up,the government should partner with the private sector and inject funding into private school campuses to solve the problem of equality in education availability without sacrificing the more competent products that private schools churn out,it is also worth noting that although public schools exist to fill the gap it all comes down to student decisions.Descisions that widely available private schools are more likely to influence courtesy of the resources they possess to ensure quality, inclusive education all while making sure that students graduate with the highest levels of competency.This is why the proposition should win the debate thank you