This is a message from a concerned mother which highlights a deeply felt truth about Royal College, Colombo. We believe her words are genuine and accurate, reflecting a reality that needs to be addressed. It's important to remember that not all parents or Old Royalists are involved in these issues. It's a smaller group whose actions, unfortunately, tarnish the entire system just for their own children's benefit.
Let's talk about something important happening at Royal College, Colombo. You might think the problems, like unfairness or favoritism, are all because of the teachers. But honestly, that's not the whole story. The real issue, the one that’s causing most of the trouble, often starts much closer to home: it's the parents.
Imagine trying to get ahead, working hard, but then someone else, who maybe isn't as good, gets picked instead. Why? Because their parents know the right people or have given "gifts."
Here's how it plays out:
* "Gifts" and Favors: Sometimes, parents give teachers things like fancy presents, rides, or even daily meals. It feels nice, right? But it can make teachers feel like they have to treat those parents' kids better.
* Kids of Staff Get Special Treatment: Have you ever noticed how often the sons of teachers or people who work in the school office become prefects? It's almost always over 98% of the time! This makes you wonder if it's really about being the best leader or just about whose kid you are.
* Powerful Friends: Even people from the army or police sometimes use their power and resources to help the school, but often it’s done quietly, maybe to get things done without too many questions.
* Rich Parents' Influence: Then there are the parents with lots of money. They throw money at the school in different ways, and in return, their kids often get special advantages.
* Old Boys' Wives in Charge: And what about the "Old Royalists" – the dads who went to Royal College themselves? Especially if their wives are super involved in school groups or committees, it seems like their kids often get ahead, even if they're not the most deserving. People even say if an Old Royalist is too involved, they might be doing it for the wrong reasons.
The Parents' Playbook: Making Teachers "Corrupt"
It's easy to blame teachers for being unfair, but think about it: if parents are constantly offering them things, making promises, and bending the rules, it puts a lot of pressure on the teachers. It's like the parents are actually making the teachers act unfairly.
And get this: most of these parents who cause problems? They're often Old Royalists themselves! The very people who got so much from the school are now sometimes doing things that hurt its fairness, all to help their own kids. They might have never really given back to the school, but now they're super involved just for their sons.
These parents are usually the ones who are really happy with how the school is run – because it's working out perfectly for them and their kids!
What Happens to Talent?
Think about how captains, band leaders, or team members are picked. Is it always the kid with the most talent or the best leadership skills? Or is it often the child whose parents are constantly at school, managing everything, even doing the work for their kid?
When parents are always there, providing transport, topping up mobile phones, even encouraging extra tuition, they're spoiling teachers and building connections. They act super innocent and nice, but they might be quietly pushing talented students aside to make sure their own kids get chosen.
So, when a child becomes a leader, is it because they are truly leading, or because their parents are pulling all the strings? This means real talent gets overlooked, and the strong leaders Royal College needs aren't always the ones getting the chance.
The Real Problem: Our Choices
This isn't just about a few bad teachers; it's about a bigger problem where parents, especially those with power or who are Old Royalists, use their influence to get their kids ahead. This means less fair play and less focus on true talent.
For Royal College to be truly great, for every student to have a fair chance, we need to look at this honestly. It's time for parents, especially those who were once students here, to think about what kind of legacy they want to leave. Do we want a school where connections matter more than hard work, or one where every child can shine because of their own merit?
What do you think? How can we make sure fairness comes first at Royal College?
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