Yesterday, students of Litein Boys High School who had just reported back to school were once again sent home, this time accompanied by their parents.

The Board of Management had directed all parents to come with their sons to school today so that they could assess the damage caused during last week’s riots, which left several parts of the institution badly destroyed.
However, after the meeting, the parents were told to return home with their children and wait for further communication from the school. This unexpected move left many surprised, with some parents realizing that unlike before, this time each boy would have to account for himself in the presence of his parent.

What is painful is that parents are innocent, yet they are the ones left to carry the heavy burden whenever students misbehave. They pay for damages, cater for extra levies, and even lose valuable time just because of the actions of their sons. It is a reminder that discipline at home is just as important as discipline at school.
This incident should serve as a wake-up call. Parents need to talk to their children more seriously about respect, responsibility, and the cost of indiscipline. On the other hand, students should remember that their actions not only affect them but also their parents, who sacrifice so much to give them an education.

In the end, the message is clear: discipline is not just a school matter, it starts from home.