dennis/An idea about education
Not a bad idea, but I see one flaw.
At the end of each year, these fees would be rebated based on each student's academic rating for the year, on a 10-point scale. For an 'A' level rating (9.5-10.0), the rebate would be 50% to parent, 35% to teacher, 15% to the school itself.
Competition for grades is one thing - and that is healthy. But when you get parents involved fighting over what a grade should be, then problems can erupt. "My kid deserved an A - give it to him so I can get my rebate." Heck, this would be worse than the the parental sideline umpires at baseball games.
Also, for those kids who try, and just can't get it should not be punished.
For instance, parents might get monthly refunds of their fees if the student(s) presented no disciplinary problems during the month and scored at a certain level on exams.
Great idea - maybe more parents would get involved to ensure their kid is good and not a trouble maker.
