[zcrackerz]

They really ought to, when possible. I can't count the number of times I've encountered a new word that I could trace back to a basic Latin root. I feel like it gives you a good foundation for any romance language and goes hand in hand with the history of western civilization.

[magic_beans]

Latin is indeed still taught in elite private schools across the country. But let's be realistic: we'll never, EVER see a widespread push to get Latin into American education.

[mattkrause]

My regional public high school offered four years of it; I don't think it's that rare.

[dghughes]

It's great for plants and animals when you want to know its official name and not the dozens of names many dozens of countries use.