Christians have long believed that government schools could be neutral, fair, and uphold Christian values without offending others. However, this belief is misguided. The idea that simply reforming the system by electing Christian school boards or implementing conservative policies can save government schools is a myth. The culture in schools has shifted drastically toward anti-Christian ideologies despite Christian involvement at various levels.
Efforts to reform public schools over the past 50 years have led to little improvement. Cultural Marxism, Socialism, and secular agendas have deep roots in the system. Even if Christian teachers and school boards were in place, the systemic issues—ranging from curriculum policies to state laws—would remain largely unchanged. Reform alone is insufficient.
The most effective way to challenge the government school system is to withdraw from it entirely. Enrollment numbers directly impact school funding; removing children from public schools disrupts the financial structure that keeps these systems afloat. This is the quickest way to enact meaningful change.
While school choice and vouchers appear promising, they ultimately keep the same system in place. These solutions give the illusion of improvement while still funding the very people and ideologies that oppose Christian values. Real change requires a complete separation from government-controlled education.
The culture of government schools is designed to undermine Christian values. Reforming it only perpetuates a broken system. True education starts at home, where parents can teach Biblical principles and values.
If you genuinely want to see cultural change, it starts with removing your children from a system that cannot be redeemed. Instead of trying to make the government schools better, focus on alternative education options that align with your beliefs.
Dr. McMillan is a nationally recognized speaker on the principles of liberty and the author of multiple books on the impact of Cultural Marxism on education. She offers weekly webinars at WhyLibertyMatters.com to equip families with tools for educational freedom.