Talk to children
I was shocked when I read an article in Gulf News that reported a father being jailed because his daughter failed an exam ("Jailed dad's freedom tied to test in Ohio," Gulf News, May 18). As a life coach I am a big critic of a schooling system wherein everybody is obliged to perform, without caring for an individual's aspiration and vision. The young Brittany passed four parts and failed in mathematics. Maybe she doesn't like the subject? What is more important is that we sit down with our children and see what they value the most and work accordingly.
From Mr Camil Al Khoury
Dubai
No admissions
A friend of mine has been trying to admit her son to a British curriculum school. Since the child's grades are slightly below average, all 15 or more schools have either directly declared "admissions closed" or rejected his admission. Where will such children go if no reputable schools are willing to grant them admission?
From Ms Tasmeea K.
Sharjah
Risk free
A short while ago, I was waiting at a bus stop. I saw a school bus so full that some students were standing right next to the driver's seat. It was a shocking sight. I urge all involved to take up this issue for the safety of the school children. It is impossible to think how worried the parents of school going children must be to send their children to schools under these conditions. All children must have a risk free environment.
From Mr Peer Ansar
Sharjah
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