Late June and early July is the time when the education and training sector prepares for the enrollment season for the first grade. This is also the period when a quiet "race" accelerates. It's the "race" to get into prestigious schools and selective classes – where many parents hope to give their children a better starting point on their educational journey.
These days, in parent group conversations, information about the enrollment quotas for school A, school B, and which teachers will be teaching the class is heating up every day. Behind the phone calls asking for favors and the connections being mobilized lies an almost ingrained belief among many parents: if their child gets into a good school and a good class, they will have a good future!
What's thought-provoking is that in this race, the ones under the most pressure are the children. They didn't create the race, nor do they determine the finish line.
But it is the children themselves who carry the expectations of their parents. Many students are placed in learning environments that are beyond their capabilities. In a suitable classroom, they could be good, confident, and proactive students.
When entering an environment surrounded by high-achieving peers, the gap in abilities can easily lead to feelings of inferiority and low self-esteem. Constantly having to chase after the achievements and grades of their friends can create prolonged psychological pressure, reduce motivation to learn, and even affect mental health.
Many education experts believe that a child's success does not depend entirely on which school they attend, but rather on the compatibility between their individual abilities, the school's teaching methods, and the support of their family. When expectations exceed a child's actual capabilities or needs, pressure can become a burden, affecting their psychology and enjoyment of learning.
Experience has shown that many successful and accomplished students come from ordinary educational environments but possess a spirit of self-learning, perseverance, and proper family support. Conversely, many students, even those given the best education, lose motivation when burdened by expectations.
The school enrollment season marks the beginning of a new educational journey. It should be a time of active preparation and excitement for new experiences, rather than a stressful race right from the start. Parents need to choose not just a prestigious school, but also the most suitable environment where each child can develop according to their abilities, interests, and potential.
It's perfectly understandable for parents to want the best for their children. However, love shouldn't be measured by where a child studies, their class ranking, or whether they become a "source of pride" according to adult standards.
Each child has their own unique journey. What they need is not to be burdened with excessive expectations, but rather a suitable learning environment where they can grow, where they are encouraged when they progress, and where they are understood when they stumble.
Ultimately, the highest goal of education is not to produce top-performing students, but to nurture individuals who know how to learn, maximize their potential, and actively contribute to society.
BUI HANHSource: https://baohaiphong.vn/truong-diem-khong-phai-la-tat-ca-546173.html
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