But the rural communities I know support their local schools. They work in their local schools, (some rural towns outside of ag the public school is the largest employer), and they aren't fighting the fights that are driving the Metro/Suburban parents for the door. They are Friday-night-lights communities that show up to football games even though they have no kids in school.

I could see where some of the rural folks might push for homeschooling so the kids can get to work but still bet that is not as much as one might think. And honestly, if the kid is looking to continue the family business all power to them. Whether that be out on the farm or as a mechanic or electrician or whatever else the family business might be...

Let folks live their lives as they see fit. Especially when it doesn't impact you.

Huge fan of the show Pioneer Woman and am absolutely loving that her kids are coming back to help run the ranch! Let other families make those same decisions that are best for them.

Some of those ranchers/farmers know way more about producing a product than those college professors that would be teaching their kids...