Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Students- Coke Lite Games

When I was home last night, I heard a Fijian radio stations talk back show. A police inspector whose name sounded like Eremi..was talking about the implementations of certain regulations during the Coke Lite Games 2009...One thing that grabbed my ear was the two dogs that would be tied up on the front gate...why? well they are there to sniff out anyone who would be carrying drugs or even glue. Internet Cafes and game centres would be closing around 5pm and well the night clubs would be closely monitored for any underage child planning to look like an adult. Well students who were planning to pound one another after the game were invited to the ring for a boxing match.. Parents were advised to keep a close eye on their children... Been to a Coke Lite Game and felt that chill of excitement run down your spine where you want to break every law in the book? well I can't wait to see the two guard dogs during the game...will it be there?

Tuesday, April 28, 2009

Education in Fiji is a major priority, it is not only about getting a degree with a good job in a good environment but it is also about making your parents proud. Why is it that most children these days do not take their studies seriously? Most students just go to school for the sake of going, ignoring household chores or just to go and have fun with their friends. While other children out there do not have the luxury to study. Should parents be bothered about these type of children? should they keeping waiting for the day for their children to actually come to their senses? Despite the amount of reminders or request by the Ministry of Education that studies should remain a priority, still the message doesn't seem to get through. On April 20, 2009 during a press release on the Fiji government online portal, the Ministry of Education reminded students, parents and teachers that classroom work must remain an important aspect despite the end of the school term or the Coke Lite games. Well it is the last week of school and students are not even bothered but are more excited about the holidays and coming events..where are their books at this moment? The Education Ministry has called on the support of all parents and local authorities to assist and guide students in the right direction. You were a student once what would you be doing right now?