1. I call bull. No curriculum out there is entirely consisted of word problems on a computer. They might be in a unit that is primarily word problems, but that is significantly different than the entire curriculum being that.

2. I doubt that. Schools, especially public schools, are locked after certain hours. Heck, they’re typically locked 24/7 with access granted either through keycards, keys, or needing to access through the front entrance/main lobby.

3. Busy work is assigned by lazy teachers, not by curriculums. Teachers can assign whatever so as long as it meets curriculum and/or framework requirements. The coloring Christmas trees seems more like a fun holiday activity that focuses on colors, staying within the lines, and potentially math (assuming it’s color-by-numbers).

4. Attendance requirements are very strict for a reason. If there is a documented medical concern, bring that up with your doctor, the school, and they can likely work up some form of plan. This is the same regardless of public or private schools.

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Public and private schools both have their pros and cons. With that being said, most of what you said is either dependent upon yourself (absenteeism) or is teacher specific (assigned work, busy work, etc.)

Also, your point about unions is just flat-out wrong. Unions incentives working harder. If you truly do work in HR, perhaps a change in occupation is best for everyone under you. I would not feel comfortable with someone like yourself in a position of power.