There’s no question that Mosdos are struggling and so are parents. However, fundraising is no solution. People feel they pay enough tuition (which is indeed skyrocketing) and don’t want to contribute more. Cashing out on the same generous philanthropist, isn’t a long-term solution either. There is one answer. Government. We pay taxes like everyone else, school tax, we deserve better. If we would all decide tomorrow that we are enrolling into public school, far more money would be needed from their part. We have the schools, buildings and infrastructure ready, we just need that shot-in-the-arm. Let them give us half ($9,000!) of the amount they spend on each public school student and we’ll be fine with it. We need to get together B’Achdus and set guidelines for our candidates. We have a powerful block vote and it should be used. Frum Jews should make it clear, they would only support candidates who support private schools. No bribes and no earmarks will get them votes, money in our pockets will. It is high-time that something should be done and we should get our fair share.
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