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Parents must stop blaming teachers for children's indiscipline

By Hillary Muhalya·
Parents must stop blaming teachers for children's indiscipline
A teacher discusses a learner's progress with a parent and student during an academic consultation at Mawewa Upper Primary School. Cooperation between parents and teachers is essential in nurturing discipline and responsibility among children. Photo courtesy

A disciplinary dispute at Namugongo Girls' Boarding Primary School in Uganda has renewed debate over parental responsibility and the role of teachers in shaping children's behaviour. The article argues that parents should establish the facts before challenging school disciplinary decisions and work with teachers to promote accountability, respect and responsible conduct.

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