School vouchers are government-funded certificates that allow parents to use public education funds to pay for tuition at private schools instead of traditional public schools. The idea behind vouchers is to give families more choices in their children's education and to encourage competition among schools to improve quality. Supporters of school vouchers argue that they promote educational freedom and help low-income families access better schooling options. Critics, however, contend that vouchers can divert funds from public schools, potentially harming their resources and quality. The debate over school vouchers continues in many regions across the United States.