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Storing up for the crisis Seeing the two sides of the coin
School uniforms have long been a contentious subject for discussion among educators, parents, and students. While some contend that wearing school uniforms fosters a sense of cohesion and discipline, others think they inhibit individuality and innovation. After giving it some thought, it is evident that school uniforms offer more advantages than disadvantages.
among peers, while others contend that they stifle individuality and expression.
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All students wear the same clothing regardless of their socioeconomic position, which can lessen social and economic inequalities that occur in schools. Also, wearing uniforms can lessen the pressure kids feel to dress posh or fashionable in order to blend in with their friends.
School attire promotes professionalism in the classroom in addi tion to cultivate fairness. Students who wear a uniform are more
Global rice shortage is one of the biggest problems that nations fear to face, such as the Philippines, and a study predicts that it will come this year. Even if it does not seem that way as of now, we all need to prepare for what is to come.
Rice production is set to have its greatest shortfall in the last two decades, that is 8.70 million tons, according to Fitch Solutions. This food one of the most consumed grains in the entire world, satisfying the hunger of Filipinos, which is present in every one of our meals. Its absence in our plates would be unimaginable for us, because without it, we would be starving as we crave for it.
Along its the shortage, comes high prices that will make it harder for citizens, especially the ones belonging in the low-class society to provide rice on their tables to feed their selves and families. Demands for rice will also increase, and it could possibly run out.
A report by the CNBC, formerly Consumer News and Business
Channel, stated that the strained supply of rice due to the ongoing war in Ukraine, and weather woes such as heavy rains and severe floods in rice-producing economies like China and Pakistan. “Given that rice is the staple food commodity across multiple markets in Asia, prices are a major determinant of food price inflation and food security, particularly for likely to treat others with respect and conduct responsibly. They are also more likely to take their academics seriously. In the end, this may result in better academic performance and a more positive school climate.
In spite of these advantages, others contend that the use of uniforms in schools restricts students’ freedom of expression. It’s viduality through their hairstyles, accessories, and other finishing touches.
Even while wearing a school uniform may have certain problems, the advantages outweigh them by a wide margin. Uniforms encourage fairness, professionalism, safety, and eventually result in a more wholesome educational environment. Because of this, it’s critical that teachers, parents, and students all acknowledge the value of school uniforms and encourage their adoption in classrooms.
From 1954 to now, hazing has caused injuries and even fatalities among students throughout the nation. Universities in Manila, the Visayas, and Mindanao have all reported an increase in cases. Several deaths attributed to hazing have also been linked to fraternities at the University of the Philippines (UP). During the last seven decades, hundreds of people have been killed in a wide range of such instances and in institutions like police and military academies.
Republic Act (RA) No. 8049, often known as the Anti-Hazing Law, banned hazing in the initiation rituals of fraternities, sororities, and other organizations
TELEGRAM the poorest households”, said Charles Hart, Commodities Analyst of Fitch Solutions.
Hazing is any action taken or situation created, whether on or off campus, to cause mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule; it includes, but is not limited to, physical brutality such as paddling, whipping, beating, and so on. With the recent death of John Matthew Salilig, a chemical engineering student, do you think that hazing fosters brotherhood?
So that we will not feel the brunt of the issue, we should avoid wasting rice, save money in case its price starts rising and store it. We should save rice before the crisis comes.