I was under the impression that my grandchild was attending a secondary school in Gozo, but it looks more like a military or police academy with the school adamantly insisting that students must wear the school uniform.

This uniform includes a thin, flimsy jacket and a light blazer, both of which are no protection against the recent cold spell. One has to realize that these children leave home early to catch the school bus, often in inclement weather.

Is it such a huge breach of discipline if they wear a thick waterproof jacket? Why are they made to take it off once they are in the school room, which obviously is not heated?

The teachers are well covered with coats and scarves as well as boots, but who speaks up for the children?

 

V. Cassar