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The 'unappealing' beautiful concept

They were a beacon of hope, perhaps the right panacea that the doctor had prescribed for teaching and learning.

But it remains a little mystery that a beautiful concept that offered a marvellous and ideal environment for teaching and learning ultimately waned and lost appeal. Now, their fortunes have changed completely. It is rather unfortunate that boarding schools have lost their special place and are no longer as fashionable as they were some four decades ago. Their purpose was academic excellence and many of them lived to expectations.

One is tempted to believe that boarding schools hold answers to the many vexing questions surrounding the delivery of quality and relevant education in schools.

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DIS must correct costly stalemate

More than P8.1 million has already been spent, yet there appears to be no lasting solution in sight. This is not simply a dispute between the DIS and a group of officers. It is a matter of public accountability. Every pula spent by government comes from taxpayers who expect public funds to be used wisely and responsibly, especially during economic hardships faced by many.The officers exercised their constitutional right to seek justice through...

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