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Classroom: The heartbeat of any school system

The last man standing in the continuing battle for improved learning outcomes is the teacher in the classroom. The classroom is the heart beat of any school system. Whatever is happening and not happening in the classroom defines the character of a school.

Granted, it is desirous to forge a network of alliances with business community and to motivate parental engagement. However, support from outside is indispensable.

With diverse talents at its disposal, a school can still stand on its feet and accomplish its purpose. If in the event of a worst case scenario, every external support system falters and performs less than anticipated, a self-reliant school, motivated by faith in the teaching prowess of its teachers, should prevail.

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Mob justice isn't just

A young man suspected of breaking into a car was seized by residents, severely assaulted, and died in the hospital within an hour. We unreservedly condemn this mob justice. It is not a solution to crime, but a criminal offence that turns citizens into murderers.Residents are understandably angry about theft. The person who raised the alarm at 4am acted lawfully, and the neighbours who rushed to help showed community spirit. But what followed was...

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