האם ראוי להתיר תשלומי הורים בחינוך הממלכתי? בעקבות בג"ץ שמשון נ' משרד החינוך

In a recent case, Israel’s High Court of Justice upheld regulations issued by the Ministry of Education that permit fees in public schools as a prerequisite for admission to schools and participation in educational programs and courses. Despite acknowledging concerns about potential inequality, the court dismissed arguments against the regulations, asserting that they did not violate the rights to educational equality or free education. This article challenges the court’s decision, contending that public schools should not impose payments for educational services. While critique of the HCJ’s ruling serves as the entry point, the article transcends a mere analysis of this specific case. It undertakes a comprehensive examination of the legal, factual, and normative dimensions shaping the ongoing debate surrounding parental payments in public education.