Discipline and assistance
Student discipline critical for life
DISCIPLINE is a complex phenomenon It's normally the practice of training people
To obey rules or a code of behaviour This is a simplistic way of defining discipline
Discipline is not just a moral value
It is a powerful virtue for success
If a child is not disciplined
He/she will not be able to Implement plans in real life
Which can cost a lot later in life Communication is an important key Children must face consequences for misbehaviour
Respond firmly but fairly
The birthplace of discipline is home Where parents instil virtues of discipline Children have already imbibed some discipline
Before they enter the gates of school Elders must always provide opportunities for problem solving
By always using appropriate language and strategies
The focus here is on student discipline It appears that students' discipline is declining
This affects their overall learning capacity
Learning is beyond technical knowledge Let's be ready to build on our talents And nurture our behaviour and character
Degree, Diploma or Certificate is still partial knowledge
What we make of our talents and life matters in the final analysis Discipline is a firm assertion to achieve The best of all goals
Instead of controlling, defining acceptable behaviour is crucial
The critical questions are
What is acceptable behaviour?
Who defines acceptable behaviour? How do we implement acceptable behaviour?
Acceptable behaviour is a relative concept
What is acceptable to one group May not be acceptable to another group We need to view this with deeper perception
Seeds of humanity and respect are sown when we are young
Discipline is an integral aspect of education
Benchmark of discipline are role models and other successful people
There is a need to change our mindset That discipline cannot be nurtured through fear and force Discipline comes with mutual respect, humility, dignity and love Discipline teaches students to be focused and motivated
Towards their studies as well as other fields of their life
Discipline is defined by words and actions students exhibit
A disciplined student can be more successful than an intelligent one Discipline is not just for school
But for life as a whole.
BHAGWANJI BHINDI
Laucala Beach Estate, Nasinu
Laptop assistance
IT is really commendable that the Fiji National Provident Fund (FNPF) has made the decision to allow laptop purchases as part of their educational assistance.
Working parents in lower income brackets will now be able to afford laptops for their children, supporting their secondary and university studies.
It is my fervent hope that the members will not misuse this withdrawal provision.
DINESH KUMAR
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