public school
noun
1
: an endowed secondary boarding school in Great Britain offering a classical curriculum and preparation for the universities or public service
2
: a free tax-supported school controlled by a local governmental authority
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Both of their sons attend public school.
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The municipality's public school district said that instruction at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School and Tumbler Ridge Elementary School was canceled through the end of the week and that mental support for students would be made available.
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Dennis Romero, NBC news, 11 Feb. 2026
But a growing share of families are also seeking alternatives to public schools.
—Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
Their daughters have thrived, taking advantage of excellent public schools.
—Naomi Jackson, Curbed, 11 Feb. 2026
An education consultant, Wilson has worked as an educator and administrator in Broward and Miami-Dade County public schools and has served as a regional lead for the Florida Department of Education.
—Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
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Dennis Romero, NBC news, 11 Feb. 2026
But a growing share of families are also seeking alternatives to public schools.
—Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
Their daughters have thrived, taking advantage of excellent public schools.
—Naomi Jackson, Curbed, 11 Feb. 2026
An education consultant, Wilson has worked as an educator and administrator in Broward and Miami-Dade County public schools and has served as a regional lead for the Florida Department of Education.
—Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2026
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“Public school.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/public%20school. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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