The primary debate in the text is whether parents should be more involved in the educational process in considering the diversity of religions, political ideologies, and controversial perspectives found within families. Some parents are seeking to exclude their children from public schooling so that they can have complete control over what they learn. These parents have concerns regarding what their children are being taught in school despite having no say in this issue.  

Who are the main players in the conflict?
Parents, educational systems, and the government would be the primary players in the fight. Due to sensitive subjects, parents who want to keep their kids out of public schools encounter several detrimental impacts. Since it was absolutely against the law in Germany in the nineteenth century, parents who kept their kids out of school caused a lot of legal problems, which led to police officials fining the families while forcing them to go back to school. 
In your opinion, Are the decisions and responsibilities of a child’s education up to the parent, the teacher, the community/tax payers, the government, the church, or a combination of all of these stakeholders?  I think that the instructors should be primarily responsible for making decisions and carrying out tasks related to a child's education. It is crucial for children to be led by educators because they are the ones who attend school to become experts in their field. That said, there may be a few instances where parents have the right to intervene and object to what is being taught, but this does not necessarily warrant parents withdrawing their children from public education over a minor issue. The majority of the world's brightest people were produced through public education systems, and I think it is important for kids to learn directly from teachers.      
Why (do you feel your answer is justified)?

Since public school systems have far more resources than a parent at home does to give children the greatest education possible, I believe my response is reasonable. It is crucial that kids receive the most guidance possible during their primary school years.
Who plays a bigger part or should have a bigger say in these decisions? Although I do think it is vital for a child to go through the public education system, I think it is important to give parents the final say in whether or not their child attends school or is homeschooled. Since the child is theirs and they get to determine what they want to do for them, parents should always have the final word in this subject.       
Why (do you feel your answer is justified)?    
Because it is of the utmost importance for a parent to be permitted complete access to what they feel is best for their child, I think my response is suitable.  Although I oppose the idea of pulling kids out of public schools, I also think it would be unfair to prevent parents from making their own choices in this regard. The parent should pick what they want to do as long as the child is receiving an education.      

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The major conflict being discussed in this reading is whether the parents of children should have the right to decide how to go about their children’s education, or if it should be controlled by the state. This conflict started when parents were unhappy about how school systems were teachers their children, and thought it was only causing negative impact to their children. For example, a parent, Mr. Romeike, saw his son’s textbook used slang terms and foul language. He described that he did not raise his children this way, and said it went against his Christian morals. Aside from what the parents think, the state is still forcing those children to attend school. 

 

Who are the main players in the conflict?

The main players in the conflict are the parents of the children and the state authorities. The parents of children believe that school systems are not properly teaching their children, and therefore they are not following school guidelines. The state authorities are also a main player in this conflict because they have rules saying children must attend school because of the law put in place. 

 

In your opinion, Are the decisions and responsibilities of a child’s education up to the parent, the teacher, the community/tax payers, the government, the church, or a combination of all of these stakeholders?

In my opinion, I believe a child’s education is in hands of their parents. I say this because everyone has a different way of how they want to raise their kids, and nowadays there are many options to give your children an education. While homeschooling was banned a while back, it is not now, and that is a great option for students if they don’t do well in a school setting. Parents also have the decision of where to send their children to school. Whether it be a public or private school, there are many ways children can learn. I think it is important for children to attend school, and more importantly for them to be put in the right school that is beneficial for them. 

 

Why (do you feel your answer is justified)?

My answer is justified because parents know their children better than anyone and for some people being forced to go to public school is not healthy for children. The parent ultimately knows what is better for their kid, while state authorities look at children as a group of children, rather than fitting to their individual needs. The sudent would also be the one hurting in this process if they are not happy with where they are at, and most times being unhappy leads to a decrease in mental health and would also decreases their performance in school. 

 

Who plays a bigger part or should have a bigger say in these decisions?

Parents should have the bigger say in these decisions because children are at school for the majority of their day. I believe it is important for all children to attend school, however, it should be up to the parents to decide where they should go. 

 

Why (do you feel your answer is justified)?

My answer is justified because parents are sending THEIR children to school, and they should feel comfortable with their decision knowing they only want the best for their children. Parents also raised their children, and they know where their best interest will be at, which can vary for every student. 

In my opinion, I believe the decisions and responsibilities of a child’s education should be more up to the parents. Depending on the nature of a child’s personality, desired or comfortable way of learning, or desired occupation, the parents should be able to dictate where their children should receive an education that is in their best interest. This day and age specifically, there are numerous different ways for children to acquire an education, and in different forms. 

4. Why do you feel your answer is justified?
I feel as though my answer is justified for the reason being that most parents base their decisions on the best interest of their child. Personally, my parents allowed me to transfer to a private high school because it was in my best interest in terms of curriculum, religion, future occupation, and it was a better environment for me to learn in.

5. Who plays a bigger part or who should have a bigger say in these decisions?
I think that parents should have a bigger say in the decisions around their children’s education. Because parents are typically the ones choosing to and how to raise their children, they should be able to dictate what kind of education they want their children to receive. I personally feel as though children should have a formal education to a certain point in order to acquire basic skills and be able to communicate/be prepared in society, but ultimately it should be up to the parents.

6. Why do you feel your answer is justified?
I feel as though my answer is justified because I was fortunate enough to experience education as I desired because of my parents and how they chose to raise me/place me in school. Parents make decisions in favor of their children and what they think is best for them.

The main player discussed in this conflict is political scientist Melissa Harris-Perry. Several court cases were also mentioned in relation to this conflict such as Uwe and Hanalore Romeike who illegally homeschooled their kids because they did not like the language that was in their school texts.

In your opinion, Are the decisions and responsibilities of a child’s education up to the parent, the teacher, the community/tax payers, the government, the church, or a combination of all of these stakeholders?

I think that the decisions and responsibilities of a child’s education is solely up to the child’s parent(s). The church and other completely unrelated people should not get any say in the matter.

Why (do you feel your answer is justified)?

I feel my answer is justified because I would not want anyone telling me how to raise my own child, especially not some random taxpayer or the church. If they did not birth my kid, then they have no say in how I choose to educate them.

Who plays a bigger part or should have a bigger say in these decisions?

I believe that the parent should have the only say (along with the child in discussion as well, depending on their age).

Why (do you feel your answer is justified)?

I feel this answer is justified because it is up to the parent to determine what is best for their child. If the child is old enough to make decisions for themselves, I believe they should be allowed to have a say in the matter as well, but the parent has final say. 

 

 

 

1.     What is the major conflict being described in this reading?

a.     The major conflict being discussed in the reading is weather of not the state should have complete control over public education, or if parents should be able to have a say. When asking “To whom do children belong”, what is really being asked is “Who is controlling the education of children? Who is shaping their minds?”. The conflict is seen when parents become unhappy and have concerns regarding the content being taught in the public school curriculum or the way in which it is taught. 

2.     Who are the main players in the conflict?

a.     The main players in this conflict are the parents or guardians of young children receiving an education and the government who regulates the public school curriculum. Parents are fighting the public school system, organized by the government, because they feel it does not do justice for their child’s education.  

3.     In your opinion, Are the decisions and responsibilities of a child’s education up to the parent, the teacher, the community/tax payers, the government, the church, or a combination of all of these stakeholders?

a.     I think the decisions and responsibilities are up to a combination of all of these parties. A parent has the right to choose where to enroll their child in school. However, unless it is homeschooling, they do not get to micromanage the entirety content being taught in the classroom. They could choose a more religious school, a sports focused school, or a public school for example, but you would not see a parent instructing the teacher on what to communicate in the classroom. 

4.     Why (do you feel your answer is justified)?

a.     I feel this is justified because the same schooling is not right for every child and family. I would personally not want my child to be forced into a certain form of education if I disagreed with the form of teaching or content being taught, but I also respect teachers and the schooling they have gone through to specialize in education children. I went to public school. My parents made that decision for me. However, I did not receive an education from them. I received an education from my teachers who were delivering the curriculum they were required to teach.

5.     Who plays a bigger part or should have a bigger say in these decisions?

a.     I think the parents should have a bigger say is the decisions, again for the reasons listed above. The parents should be able to decide what kind of schooling they would like their child to be in, maybe even making appeals or requests to the school if there is a part of the curriculum, they are extremely uncomfortable with. But in the end, the education they are receiving in the classroom is at the discretion of the teacher and the curriculum they have been provided. 

6.     Why (do you feel your answer is justified)?

a.     I feel this is justified because while the parents have a say in where they are having their child receive an education, not all parents are qualified to control every aspect of their child’s education. Again, they have every right to choose where to educate their child, however may not have the specific skill set or existing knowledge to actually teach their child themselves. 

 

 The major conflict being described in this reading is who should be in control of children when decisions need to be made about school. Should it be the state or should it be the child’s family. There are various reasons for both sides to be chosen but the choices vary from different countries.

Who are the main players in the conflict?

 

 The main players in the conflict would be the Romeike family and Melissa Harris-Perry. The Romeike family wanted to remove their children from school due to inappropriate words in their school textbook that did not align with their religious beliefs. The parents wanted to pull them out of school to begin homeschooling which was illegal in Germany at the time. On the other hand, Melissa believes that parents should not be able to pull their children out of the school system, and if anyone is going to make that decision it should be the state.

In your opinion, Are the decisions and responsibilities of a child’s education up to the parent, the teacher, the community/tax payers, the government, the church, or a combination of all of these stakeholders?

 

 I truly believe this decision should be the parent’s decision since they are the legal guardians of the child. But one thing is not every child comes from a good home environment and the parent’s decision might not be putting the child’s best interest first. I think a combination of everyone would help make a better decision for the child and only wanting what is best for the child.

Why (do you feel your answer is justified)?

 

 I feel that my answer is justified because I am using all those stakeholders not just one person’s opinion. This way a bunch of different views are mixed, and they must come to a final decision. I think this would make a well thought out decision for the child putting the child’s best interest first.

 
Who plays a bigger part or should have a bigger say in these decisions?

 

 I think the parents should have the bigger say in this decision. Just because they are the legal guardians of the child, so the child is their responsibility. Parents oversee and are in charge of making large decisions for their children why would schooling be any different.

 
Why (do you feel your answer is justified)?

 

 I feel my answer is justified because the parents have a biological relation to the child which the other categories would not have. Therefore, the parents decision would be more personal since they are related. And having the other categories pitch in would be a big help to ensure that it is the right path for the child.

 

 

 

The major conflict in this article is the discussion of whether the government has control over a parent’s child, or if the parents are the ultimate authority. This is mostly a discussion of children’s education, and whether homeschooling is a morally correct and legal right for parents.

Who are the main players in the conflict?

The primary players would include the parents of the children, as well as the government or any state authorities. There have been many a court case and argument/discussion between parents and the political community on their children’s education and how it ought to be taught.

In your opinion, Are the decisions and responsibilities of a child’s education up to the parent, the teacher, the community/tax payers, the government, the church, or a combination of all of these stakeholders?

I actually believe it should be a combination of the parents and the teachers/government. Yes, the parents should be able to call out curriculum that they do not believe their child should be witnessing, but they should also not pull them out of their education to play around all day or do something that is not in the best interest of this child’s general education.

Why (do you feel your answer is justified)?

Because there is greed and wrongdoings on both sides – parents will most of the time want what is best for their child, and if that means they want to shield them from the school’s curriculum, then so be it. However, the government also is just trying to educate these children, and a basic education is a human right.

Who plays a bigger part or should have a bigger say in these decisions?

I believe the parents play the bigger part, so they should definitely have a larger say. While it is important for a child to receive a basic education, the parents did have THEIR children so they should be able to have control.

Why (do you feel your answer is justified)?

Because these kids have one set of parents (most of the time) – not hundreds of thousands. Those parents chose to have these children, and chose to send them to school. They get the final say.

The major question being asked in this reading is, “who has primary responsibility for children and decision-making authority over them?”. The is debate over whether a child’s parent or the political community has control over their education. Who should get to decide what education a child will receive?
 2. Who are the main players in the conflict?  
The main players in the conflict are the parents versus the political community. The political community works to ensure every child is able to receive an education. However, the parents are the ones monitoring how well of an education their children are receiving. Parents know their children the best so they can tell if their child is growing and thriving in a school environment, or if it is causing more harm than good. 
3. In your opinion, Are the decisions and responsibilities of a child’s education up to the parent, the teacher, the community/tax payers, the government, the church, or a combination of all of these stakeholders?
 I think the decisions and responsibilities of a child’s education is up to their parents. I can understand that a teacher also does play a role as they ultimately decide how things are being taught in a school. However, parents are around their children the most and know what type of education is needed for their children to succeed.       
4. Why (do you feel your answer is justified)?  
I think parents should have control of their child’s education because not all children are the same. The community doesn’t know each child and how they learn best. If everyone was taught the exact same way, some would struggle, and some wouldn’t be challenged enough which is why I think parents should choose where their children get an education. For example, my brother and I used to attend our town’s public school until one day my mom had enough when my 7^th grade brother brought home a coloring assignment for homework. She felt as though we weren’t learning at our highest potential and that we weren’t being challenged enough, so she put us in private school. If it weren’t for my private school, I don’t think I’d have as many as the opportunities as I have today.       
5. Who plays a bigger part or should have a bigger say in these decisions? 
I think parents play a bigger part in these decisions as they truly care about their children and want what’s best for them. I also think children should have some say in these decisions. Children are people too and I think it is important that they deserve some input in their own education.       
6. Why (do you feel your answer is justified)?  
The community as a whole isn’t looking to make sure each and every child’s needs are met, but rather the majority of them. What happens to those not in the majority who are struggling? They need their parents to speak up for them which is why I believe parents play the biggest role. I think children should have a voice in this matter as well because, especially when they get older, children know what works best for their learning. If they don’t feel they are getting the most out of public education, they should be able to voice their concerns and be taken seriously.          

The conflict in this excerpt is the debate on whether parents should have the right to educate or homeschool their children. It goes into a discussion on whether parents or the state should hold control over the decisions of children's education. Examples included parents sending their kids to school and could see a decline in their children's health, including illnesses and foul language being used along with the school teaching values that didn't align with the family's beliefs. The family decided that home education would be more beneficial but the state would force the kids to attend school, leaving the family to feel as if they had little to no say in what their kids were being taught. 

Who are the main players in the conflict?
Main characters are the parents against the education system and the government. In the end the children are the ones who suffered the most. 

In your opinion, Are the decisions and responsibilities of a child’s education up to the parent, the teacher, the community/tax payers, the government, the church, or a combination of all of these stakeholders?
In my opinion, the decisions should be up to the parents and be what's best for the child. A child is still young and impressionable so depending on their needs and what would be best for the child. Their mental health, speed of education, and other factors should always be included. That being said whatever is being taught to the child should be approved by experts and would allow the children to understand the compulsory and foundations of the education. 

Why?
I was homeschooled for a few years due to it conflicting with my athletic training schedule. That being said I was still taught everything that was being taught in schools and maintained the requirements that allowed me to graduate and have the same knowledge as those attending schools. I also was allowed to learn at my own speed, in schools a lot of the 8-hour days are wasted by unnecessary things. The speed at which homeschooling was done allowed me to graduate a year early and further my education quicker. 

Who plays a bigger part or should have a bigger say in these decisions?
The child should always be included in the decision and whatever is best for them. The government should have a say on the curriculum and the parents should have a say on how their child is educated. 

Why?
Its very important for parents to have access and say in their children's life. Parents tend to know their child more personally and whats better suited for their needs.

Who are the main players in the conflict?
The main players in this conflict are Melissa Harris-Perry, a political scientist who suggests that children belong to the larger community, and those who hold the opposing view, emphasizing the role of parents and families in a child's upbringing. The Romeike family is also introduced as an illustrative case highlighting the impact of differing educational environments on children.

In your opinion, are the decisions and responsibilities of a child’s education up to the parent, the teacher, the community/taxpayers, the government, the church, or a combination of all of these stakeholders?
The decisions and responsibilities of a child's education should ideally involve a combination of all stakeholders mentioned. Parents play a crucial role in a child's upbringing, including their education. Teachers contribute expertise in imparting knowledge and skills. The community and taxpayers support the educational system and should have a say in its quality and values. The government establishes policies and ensures access to quality education. The church or religious institutions may also be involved in providing moral and ethical guidance, depending on individual beliefs.

Why (do you feel your answer is justified)?
A holistic approach involving parents, teachers, the community, government, and potentially religious institutions recognizes that a child's education is a multifaceted endeavor. Each stakeholder brings unique perspectives and resources to ensure a well-rounded and effective education.

Who plays a bigger part or should have a bigger say in these decisions?
Parents should have a significant say in decisions regarding a child's education. They have a deep understanding of their child's individual needs, values, and aspirations. However, it's crucial that parents work in partnership with teachers, the community, government, and potentially religious institutions to create a supportive and enriching educational environment.

Why (do you feel your answer is justified)?
Parents are the primary caregivers and have an intimate knowledge of their child's strengths, weaknesses, and learning style. However, collaboration with other stakeholders ensures a balanced and comprehensive education that addresses not only academic needs but also social, emotional, and moral development. This collective effort leverages the strengths of each stakeholder for the betterment of the child's educational experience.

1.What is the major conflict being described in this reading? 

  

The major conflict that was talked about was who should be in charge when students need to make choices about their academics. The question is should it be the family or not? Should we let the government handle this? Both sides have different arguments and different supporters.
 
2. Who are the main players in the conflict? 

  

The main participants in the conflict would be the Romeike family and Melissa Harris-Perry. The Romeike family tried to have their kids removed from school due to inappropriate wording in their textbook that did not reflect their religious beliefs. The parents intended to remove children from school so that they could begin homeschooling them, which was at the time against the law in Germany. Melissa, on the other hand, is of the belief that the state should be the one to take parental control away from parents to remove children from the educational system.
 
3. In your opinion, Are the decisions and responsibilities of a child’s education up to the parent, the teacher, the community/tax payers, the government, the church, or a combination of all of these stakeholders? 

  

 

I believe that parents should make this choice because they are the child's legal guardians. Nevertheless, not every child is reared in an atmosphere of affection, and caregivers might sometimes not act in the child's best interests. Making the best decision for the child, who should always come first, would benefit from taking into account all of the information that is available.
 
4. Why (do you feel your answer is justified)? 

  

I think my response is appropriate since I considered the opinions of all relevant parties, not just one of them. In this manner, a variety of viewpoints are blended, and a judgment must be made. I believe that this could be a well-considered choice for the child, putting the child's interests first. 

 
5. Who plays a bigger part or should have a bigger say in these decisions? 

  

In my opinion, the parents' ought to have a stronger say in this choice. The child is their responsibility just because they are the child's legitimate guardians. Why should education be any different from other major decisions that parents supervise and are responsible for making for their children? 

 
6. Why (do you feel your answer is justified)? 

  

My opinion is supported by the fact that the parents have a biological connection to the child that the other types do not. Because they are linked, the parents' choice would therefore be more intimate. And it would be a huge help if the other categories contributed to make sure the youngster is going down the appropriate route. 

The major conflict described in this reading revolves around who should have primary responsibility over decisions made about children's education. The main question is should it be the parents who make these decisions or the state. This question stems from parents having concerns about what their kids are being taught in school curriculums.

The main players in the conflict are the parents sending their children to schools and the state authorities. The parents want some control over what their children are learning in schools while state authorities are responsible for actually regulating the curriculum, sparking the conversation in the reading.

In my opinion, I think that the decisions and responsibilities of a child’s education should be balanced, involving a combination of the parents, teachers, communities, governments, and sometimes churches. All these components play vital roles in making an effective educational system. I feel my answer is justified because having this input ensures a balance between individual needs, societal skills, and a cohesive quality/standard of learning in schools around the nation. If it were just up to the parents it would be impossible for children to be able to keep up in future upper level schools and universities. 

I think the government should have a bigger say in these education decisions. This is because it helps create consistent standards and quality in schools across the nation. I feel my answer is justified because this way all students have access to a similar level of education, no matter where they live. Government having the biggest say makes sure that rules are fair and that schools follow them, which benefits everyone.

The main players in the conflict are the parents, children, and state authorities. The parents want to control their children’s education, but state authorities are unsure how much control the parents should actually have. The state authorities want to make all of the decisions, so it is difficult to decide who should make the majority of the decisions for the children. 

3. In your opinion, Are the decisions and responsibilities of a child’s education up to the parent, the teacher, the community/tax payers, the government, the church, or a combination of all of these stakeholders? 
I think that the decisions should be up to all the stakeholders because they all can help the children in different ways. As long as everyone has the best interest of the children in mind, so, in my opinion, if they work together, they can find the best way to educate the children. Even though I think that everyone should have a say, the families should be responsible for most of the decisions.  

4. Why (do you feel your answer is justified)? 

Yes, I think my answers are justified because all these different stakeholders want to help the children and can all do so in different ways. Each stakeholder brings different things to the table, so working together will offer the children the best education. It may be easy for a parent to just think about what they want for their children, but sometimes something else may be best for the child, so all the people should work together. 

5. Who plays a bigger part or should have a bigger say in these decisions? 

I think that the parents and children should have a bigger say in the decisions. Since parents know their own child the best and have their best interest in mind, then they will make sure that their child is getting a good education. The parents can also work with their families and their children to figure out what the best decision should be since the family knows the child the best.

6. Why (do you feel your answer is justified)? 

Yes, I feel that my answer is justified because parents know their children better than anyone, so it is best that they make the majority of the decisions for their children. Parents all have different morals and values, so they should be able to make decisions on how their child is educated. Since the families know the children the best, it would be best for the families to make decisions together so they can discuss what the best option for the child is.

The major conflict being described in this reading is how much parents should be able to determine the path of their child’s education and if it should be dictated by the state or not. Parents were increasingly becoming more concerned with how the school system was negatively impacted their children. The family talked about in the texted ended up pulling their children out of school for this very reason. 

2. Who are the main players in the conflict?

The main players in the conflict are the parents, students and the 

State/school systems. The parents felt that the school system was having a negative impact on their children which means they were not doing their job correctly. This resulted in them pulling their children from school despite it being illegal at the time.

3. In your opinion, Are the decisions and responsibilities of a child’s education up to the parent, the teacher, the community/tax payers, the government, the church, or a combination of all of these stakeholders?

In my personal opinion, I believe a child’s education should be in the hands of the parents in most cases. Every family brings up their children differently whether it depend on household, culture or beliefs and should have a say in the shaping of young minds through education. It is important for the family to make these decisions based on what is most beneficial for their children.

4. Why (do you feel your answer is justified)?

I feel that my answer is justified because at the end of the day the parents know their children best and know what would be most beneficial for them whether it be a change of environment, learning styles, and individual needs. With an outside perspective looking in at the situation it is hard to determine what is best for each student individually rather than an entire group. Individual students needs should be catered to depending on circumstances so they can learn to the best of their ability.

5. Who plays a bigger part or should have a bigger say in these decision?

I think parents and teachers should both have a role in these decisions because they know the most about the student individually. They should be able to evaluate and decide where the student would thrive the most and where learning would be most beneficial. 

6. Why (do you feel your answer is justified)?

I feel that my answer is justified because teachers and parents know the most about what kind of learning environment that their children thrive in. Parents should be comfortable with the school system and what kind of hands their children are in. 

The major conflict being described in this reading is who should have control over children and their education. The reading shows battles between parents and the government/communities in regards to their children's education. Who should have the final say? Is it right for parents or the government to make decisions for children? 

The main players in the conflict are the parents and the government. (Also Harris-Perry's opinion).  I believe both are wrong to an extent; because the parents went against the law, but the government is trying to control what children learn and do in regards to their education. 

I believe the decisions and responsibilities of a child’s education are a combination of all of these stakeholders, but the government has the largest say in a child’s education. 

I believe the government has the largest say in a child’s education because regardless of what parents may want, they must follow what the law tells them to. In the example of the Romeike family, even though they wanted to homeschool their children, they weren’t allowed to because of the laws in Germany. Even though the parents have legal custody over their children, the government still controls what they can or can’t do. 

In my opinion I feel that parents should have the bigger say in these decisions. The only reason why the government should interfere with a parent's decisions is if it is not in the best interest of their child, or if their decisions are unhealthy physically or mentally for their child. Parents should have the right to make decisions for their kids, not the government. 

I feel parents should have a bigger say in these decisions because they are raising the children. They know more about their children than the government does. Maybe their child has a difficult time in classrooms, struggles with mental health, or has a learning disability that is only being worsened by going to a public school. I like to believe most parents have the best intentions for their kids, so if they feel a different education route is better for their kids, they should have the control and freedom to take that route.