Meshack MtangoProfessor KimokotiFinal Paper27 April 2014“Private vs. public”Education is fundamental in today's society. It has become a sought-after means of achieving success. Many careers have established specific educational requirements for a person to be considered for employment. The education you receive can be obtained through different types of institutions. Many parents face the conundrum of sending their children to the right institution that will help them in their child's future success. The choices seem to be in abundance, but many people find themselves limited to a short list of obtainable institutions. Parents have a lot to think about. This may require factors that need to be considered. Some of the factors include the following: curriculum, class sizes, costs, and quality of the school, but these are a few questions that stand out. Does the type of school really help performance? Are there factors that prevent one type of institution from thriving? These decisions are crucial and, for the most part, will determine the type of institution from which the child will receive his or her knowledge. Education is defined as "the discipline concerned with methods of teaching and learning in school or school-like environments". as opposed to various non-formal and informal means of socialization.” (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2008). If you really look at education, you will realize how broad it is. Education goes beyond the idea that it is merely aimed at knowledge alone. It is crucial to look at education from an analytical perspective. Smith suggests that “we must also ensure that students develop critical thinking skills.” Critical thinking is absolutely necessary... halfway... in school rather than public schools." (School Vouchers, 2013) These scholarships provide the opportunity for low-income or disabled students to have a business alternative for his education. The scholarship opportunity allows those who cannot afford a private education to experience attending a higher achieving school, but is this a guarantee? they are governed by regulations that “inhibit performance.” (Christopher and Weitzel, 2008) It is true that public schools are governed by federal regulations, but they still offer a competitive advantage over their private school counterparts with much joy. The controversy over using vouchers to “redirect public funds to private organizations, including religiously affiliated private schools.” This controversy shows a depiction of the connection between church and state.