It is hard to discuss this without being political. Any position on this topic is basically flamebait.

I do believe the education system in America is designed to fulfill a few functions. The best interest of the children is not one of them.

The only people who can reasonably advocate for child welfare are parents, not teachers or politicians. Parents who take an interest in their children and attend school board meetings are being demonized. That should tell you all you need to know about the situation with schooling.