I think maybe I know what you're getting at. Are you feeling guilt for having so much already when so many others have so little? And then even more guilt for asking for even more??!! I know I've felt this and I don't think this is just an education issue but an issue for every aspect of our lives.
I've been thinking about this in more global terms myself lately. I feel horrible for those suffering in other parts of the world but don't know what to do about it. I read something recently though that talked about doing what you can for people within your sphere of influence. That has helped me tremendously. I've been trying to do more for local charities and local things that I know need help. I can't fix the world's bigger problems, but I can do what I can do to help people I come in contact with.
As far as the education problem goes, the others are right. It isn't going to help anyone else by your not getting what your child needs. Kind of like cleaning your plate to help those starving in China. That doesn't help anyone in China, it just makes you fat!
Maybe try volunteering at your child's school and help those kids who need extra help. You could tutor or just help out a bit during the day. That way you can do what you CAN do and then maybe you won't feel so bad about things you can't fix. I know it helps me to try to give back where I can.
If I'm totally off here, sorry!!!!
