THE Hauraki Plains Gazette With which is incorporated THE OHINEMURI GAZETTE. Motto: Public Service. MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, & FRIDAY. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 1924. EDUCATION.

Hauraki Plains Gazette, Volume XXXV, Issue 4767, 22 October 1924, Page 2

THE Hauraki Plains Gazette With which is incorporated THE OHINEMURI GAZETTE. Motto: Public Service. MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, & FRIDAY. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 1924. EDUCATION.

JjkThis district is fortunate in possessing two first-class High Schools where, according to the Education Board inspectors, the standard of the work continues very good, the tone and discipline pleasing, and the pupils cou>teous and well-behaved. With the near approach of the end of the yeai parents are naturally concerned about their children's education. Teachers are often placed at a great disadvantage through lack of co-operation, and we would urge parents to consult with the teachers of their children regarding the necessary preparation for the future. Over three million pounds are. spent annually on education in the Dominion, and each ratepayer should ask himself if the people are getting full value for that amount of money. Every child is entitled to a certain amount of schooling. Parents and guardians are compelled to provide the groundwork of an education for the young. It matters not whether a boy intends to study Jaw or to be a carpenter, to be a merchant, a farmer, or a doctor, he must attend school and receive the same lessons, up to a certain stage, as his sister, who intends to devote her life to housekeeping. It is contended by most persons who take an interest in education that children should be taught special subjects to fit them for their future at as early an age as possible. Teachers should know what particular branch of study would be most suitable for their pupils. A boy who is intended for carpentry should not spend many hours studying Latin or French. A manual training school is the place for him, and it is gratifying to know tlr.it the Education Department intends shortly to establish such an institution in Paeroa. Parents are urged to take every advantage of the facilities offered for the education of their children. The school committee lias done much for the cause of education. The school staff is anxious to do everything possible for the children, and it is clearly the duty of parents to co-operate for the good of their own families. School teacheis are always willing to advise parents, and an interview may mean the saving o f many hours of unnecessary study on the part of children,