Compare and Contrast Essay Between Successful Public Schools and Charter Schools Education is a way of learning thereby acquiring knowledge and skills. This knowledge is passed on from generation to generation and with it one can face life's challenges. So that it could be passed down from generation to generation, schools were created and children attended them to learn. Over time, schools have become public and private in order to improve the quality of education. Parents are faced with the mandate to decide what type of system best suits their children. There are various comparisons and contrasts between these schools. Charter schools essentially receive public funding but operate independently. They are governed by a group under a legislative charter within a state. According to Gabriel Isla “they operate independently of traditional public systems” (27 April 2012). Those involved in opening schools create a charter plan that would help guide and improve performance measures. So, once a state approves the charter, it begins to finance it based on the pro-pupil principle. Before admission, parents do adequate research on where to take their children. The pros and cons of a certain system are therefore crucial to help them make sensible decisions. Charter schools have some advantages, their students fare much better than those in public schools. Furthermore, they have greater freedom to direct resources towards students' specific needs. According to Carolyn Thompson, “these schools benefit students who come from families who are not very well off financially” (June 25, 2013). Just like any other institution, they also have their disadvantages. Lack of sufficient facilities and resources, especially…half of the paper…education and not discriminating in any way. Secondly, they all receive funding from the government. Ultimately they strive to please the community for reputational purposes. Ultimately, it is always up to the parents when it comes to deciding what type of school they want their children to attend. When making judgments they must consider all the pros and cons of these schools. Finally, they must consider their financial capabilities and choose what best suits them and their children. References: Duffett, Ann, Farkas, Steve. “Waiting to be won over: Teachers talk profession, unions and reform.” Education Sector Report. April 28, 2010. Eskenazi, Stuart. “Learning Curves” The Houston Press. January 21, 2008.Lyons, Linda “Americans More Receptive to Charter Schools.” January 28, 2011. Research Center: “Charter Schools. Education Week”. January 1, 2008.