KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Government Teachers’ Union (KGKS) has shown its complete backing for the idea of bringing back caning as a punishment for unruly students in schools.
KGKS President Murkam Hj Hussien thinks that the recent incidents of rape involving students in Melaka make a strong case for reintroducing caning in schools.
He mentioned that this form of punishment isn’t just about physical discipline; it’s meant to help teachers keep control of the classroom, especially when they face stubborn and challenging students.
“The rape incident that took place in a school classroom in Melaka should act as a wake-up call and a lesson for everyone, especially teachers and parents.
“In the past, corporal punishment was indeed a part of school life. But lately, it seems like the ministry is leaning more towards the opinions of parents or the public,” he said in a statement today.
Murkam stressed that it’s time for the ministry to take a firmer stance on undisciplined students for the good of everyone involved.
The Sabah Government Teachers’ Union (KGKS) has expressed its full support for the proposal to reinstate caning punishment for undisciplined students in schools.
KGKS President Murkam Hj Hussien believes that the recent cases of rape involving students in Melaka justify the reimplementation of caning punishment in schools.
He stated that such punishment is not merely a physical penalty, but is intended to assist teachers in managing the classroom, especially when dealing with stubborn and difficult students.
“The rape case that occurred in a school classroom in Melaka should serve as a wake-up call and a lesson for everyone, particularly teachers and parents.
“In the past, corporal punishment was indeed present in schools. However, recently, the ministry seems to prioritize the views of parents or the public,” he said in a statement today.
Murkam emphasized that it is time for the ministry to adopt a stricter approach towards undisciplined students for the benefit of all parties.
