“Our progress as a nation cannot be faster than our progress in education. The human spirit is our fundamental resource” John F. Kennedy (1917-1963), thirty-fifth president of the United States. An estimated 4 million children are currently homeschooled, with an annual growth rate of 15-20%. According to a California study by researcher Brian [D.] Ray, 92 percent of school principals believe that home learners are emotionally unstable, deprived of adequate social development, and overly critical of the world around them. surrounded. The latest complaint against homeschooling suggests they are potential child molesters. Mr. Ron Barnard, a teacher at Holly High School, says he would prefer public school for his children because of the peer socialization, after-school and required programs. Public school is more effective in educating our young people than traditional homeschooling. The most important reason why public schools provide excellent education is that teachers must be highly qualified and suitable for the job. When asked if public schools were a wise investment for the government, Barnard replied: 'Yes, not all parents [very few in fact] are trained and able to educate their students'” (Barnard). In particular, they must acquire and maintain a license to teach. In order to earn this teaching certification, they must demonstrate mastery of all core skills, study their field in depth, and learn effective techniques for instructing all types of learners. They must also undergo on-the-job training under the guidance of an experienced teacher. They must motivate students to learn and have a passion for teaching, to maintain their license, and to continue their own education and training through...... middle of paper...... eenhaven Press, 2005 . Opposing points of view. Gale Opposing viewpoints in context. Internet. October 2, 2014.Jalsevac, Meg. “Educational social protection must be monitored.” LifeSiteNews.com (March 7, 2007). Rep. in home education. Ed. Myra Immell. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2009. Current Controversies. Gale Opposing viewpoints in context. Internet. October 2, 2014. "Public opinion on whether home-schooled children should be allowed to attend certain classes in local public schools, 2007." Education: Meeting America's Needs?. Sandra M. Alters. 2008 ed. Detroit: Gale, 2010. Information Plus Reference Series. Gale Opposing viewpoints in context. Internet. October 2, 2014. Homeschooling is problematic. " Homeschooling. Ed. Noah Berlatsky. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2010. Opposing Viewpoints. Gale OpposingViewpoints In Context. Web. October 2, 2014. Barnard, Ron. Personal interview. October 2. 2014.