there are alternatives
At School Around Us, children are guided through real world situations to experience and truly learn concepts. Based on the current United States Election, children at SAU ran for president of our school. Having gone through the entire experience, the candidates and supporters are feeling how our Democratic process works.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holistic_education
Yes, there are many alternatives to public school. I think it’s important that families know that they don’t have to accept the traditional school format. My daughter is thriving in the holistic environment at School Around Us.