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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Ayscue attended public school in Union County before attending high school at Phillips Academy in Andover, Mass.
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Diamy Wang, Charlotte Observer, 13 June 2026
The school is part of the Journalism for All initiative, which aims to revitalize journalism education in New York City public schools.
—Chris Wragge, CBS News, 12 June 2026
Under existing law, the tax will sunset in 2030, an outcome the CTA argues would cause at least a $10 billion annual reduction in state funding to public schools and community colleges.
—Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 12 June 2026
Four public schools in the Miami-Dade district are being recommended for closure and consolidation at an upcoming school board meeting.
—Sarah Perkel, USA Today, 12 June 2026
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Diamy Wang, Charlotte Observer, 13 June 2026
The school is part of the Journalism for All initiative, which aims to revitalize journalism education in New York City public schools.
—Chris Wragge, CBS News, 12 June 2026
Under existing law, the tax will sunset in 2030, an outcome the CTA argues would cause at least a $10 billion annual reduction in state funding to public schools and community colleges.
—Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 12 June 2026
Four public schools in the Miami-Dade district are being recommended for closure and consolidation at an upcoming school board meeting.
—Sarah Perkel, USA Today, 12 June 2026
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“Public school.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/public%20school. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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