Its discipline
After the first quarter grade was released in my kids’ school, many who used to be PHLs (Principal’s Honor List) did not make it. The lists from all the levels are conspicuously trimmed down to almost half. It is the result of giving quizzes (sometimes unannounced) in lieu of mid-quarter exams.
I had expected it. That’s why I advised my kids at the start of the school year to always study in advance. Teachers will be giving quizzes left and right. And it was true. For where can they be getting the grades without the usual mid-quarter exams?
It was a big shock to most students and parents, especially those who used to be PHLs. They planned to complain but I’m not sure whether they pushed it or not.
I was so relieved when Raymund, now in Grade VI, passed his Science subject where most of his classmates failed. There are just three of them (the two are girls). I am curious though how his teacher computed the grade without quizzes and just basing the grade with the 1st quarter exam. Inspite of his grade (87), he was even the highest.
The varsity team in school where Raymund was a member is greatly affected, too. Some of his teammates, around four of them, failed in Science. Thus disqualifying them from the next competition which is DepEd. The kids should really study and maintain passing grades in order to be able to join next competitions.
With regards to study habits, I find Raymund studying only every Sunday morning. With his hectic schedule (MTAP 3x a week, basketball practice 2x a week), he hardly finds the time to study at the end of the day except to make assignments. And because he travels at least an hour to and from school everyday, his time is really very limited. So I think focus is very important in studying together with a relaxed environment. Peace of mind, happy environment, family support are all important factors. But the most important factor that the student must have is DISCIPLINE.
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