The moral purpose of education

The article underscores the shift in educational priorities from fostering well-rounded, morally grounded individuals to focusing narrowly on test scores and job readiness. It argues that this change undermines the original purpose of schools, which was to cultivate free, thoughtful citizens. By highlighting this disconnect, the piece calls for a reevaluation of what we value in education, suggesting that a more holistic approach could lead to a more engaged and ethically aware society. This matters because it impacts not just students, but the broader community and future of democratic participation.