Just a few days ago, the S.S.C. results were declared. The initial reaction was obvious - Jubilation and a tremendous sense of joy, because almost everyone seemed to have scored marks, way beyond their expectations. The cases of disappointment were probably one in a million. In those moments of exhilaration, I also joined in the celebrations and stuffed myself with all the 'pedas', that were free-flowing this year.
It didn't take me very long though, to sit back and evaluate the situation. Within a few hours, I realised that this joy, wasn't limited to just my school. It was a common feeling in every school across the city, and probably the State as well.
The newspapers the next day, provided the statistics of doom, that were a complete shocker. A 2% improvement in the pass percentage.
Why would anyone frown upon that? Only a cynic or someone out of their mind, would find anything wrong with what had happened. Believing that they'd worked wonders, the authorities were probably sitting back and relaxing, thinking they'd achieved something significant; because there were no cases of suicide reported, the helplines were unusually silent and almost everyone seemed to be over the moon with happiness.
The reality however, will soon dawn on all those who're at the receiving end of those unbelievable marks, namely the students. Their untainted joy will soon bear the blemish of uncertainty.
The reality however, will soon dawn on all those who're at the receiving end of those unbelievable marks, namely the students. Their untainted joy will soon bear the blemish of uncertainty.
I really feel for my students who think they've done so well, and achieved a real milestone. The State says there are enough seats and more in colleges, and no one will be left stranded. Of course, anyone with the ability to use rational thinking and logical reasoning would be able to reach the conclusion, that securing a seat in a "good" college, will be next to impossible, even for those thousands in the city, who've scored above 90% marks. They will have to settle for a seat in a mediocre college, which does not offer the best facilities and without the best faculty, despite the fact that they have the marks and deserve to be there.
The Department of Education probably thinks, that they've worked a miracle; but the reality of this debacle, will soon raise its ugly head and be there for all to see.
There is some light at the end of this dark tunnel though; and that is the Judiciary of this country. If they use their discretion and judge wisely, the foolishness that has been displayed in the declaration of these results and in the use of the 'Best 5' system, can be turned on it's head, and some kind of normalcy could return to this utterly chaotic and crazy situation.
One of my ex-students told me something in a casual conversation, a couple of days ago. He said, "Miss, shouldn't the Board be improving the system of Education and Exams, and bringing that on par with the other Boards, instead of just blindly doling out marks."
The Department of Education probably thinks, that they've worked a miracle; but the reality of this debacle, will soon raise its ugly head and be there for all to see.
There is some light at the end of this dark tunnel though; and that is the Judiciary of this country. If they use their discretion and judge wisely, the foolishness that has been displayed in the declaration of these results and in the use of the 'Best 5' system, can be turned on it's head, and some kind of normalcy could return to this utterly chaotic and crazy situation.
One of my ex-students told me something in a casual conversation, a couple of days ago. He said, "Miss, shouldn't the Board be improving the system of Education and Exams, and bringing that on par with the other Boards, instead of just blindly doling out marks."
I couldn't agree with him more. There are probably a number of ways, in which the different Boards could be brought on par with one another, to make sure that there are no differences, when it comes to admissions, and so that no one lags behind; but this system is definitely not the right way to do it.
As a facilitator of Education and a part of the system myself, this is just my two pence on the issue. I wonder if my point of view would have many takers in the Education Department though!!! 🤔
As a facilitator of Education and a part of the system myself, this is just my two pence on the issue. I wonder if my point of view would have many takers in the Education Department though!!! 🤔
6 comments:
First of all miss, great template. It looks much better. I didn't find this one when I was selecting mine :(
Getting back to your post, I couldn't agree more. I mean, last year, vocational batch of a top college closed at 94%
Can you imagine how much the cut-off percentage will be this year?
Its unthinkable!!!
I have scored 90% myself and unlike others, I know the gloomy reality that chances of me getting vocational in a mediocre college also hang in the balance. 13,000 students have got 90%, while there must be only 5000 seats of good colleges. Things are only becoming worse. This move is not to improve the education system, but to compete with ICSE and CBSE board. The whole idea now serves no purpose as even ICSE is going to get Best 5. The best move by the Judiciary will be to scrap the Best 5 system. Yes, it will decrease you percentage, like mine, but it will give you a chance to be in decent colleges.
Yeah, I liked this template, especially since it suits the monsoon season as well.Didn't know about the new templates. Only got to know about them, thanks to you.
Admissions are going to be a harrowing experience this year, that's what I think........The best way to deal with it would be to put in a number of colleges in your list for admissions, some very good and some relatively okay ones. That's the only way, you can probably ensure a seat....and of course, the quotas may prove to be a life-saver for many in the current situation.More than anything else, I think everyone needs to pray that things go well and they manage to get a seat in a college of their choice.
completely true ..... the other thing is that the education department in India has no scope for creativity .... in the skool itself music,sculpture,shop class etc. are not considered subjects while other art related subjects like drawing and craft are not given importance and looked on as fillers in the timetable
Sad and unfortunate state of affairs, I know......but things are changing; with colleges like Xaviers becoming autonomous, things are not going to be the same for long.......So, maybe our kids will reap the benefits of the changes.
ya i hope that the xaviers bcumin autonomous thing works out .... if i do gt there we mite have a different and more better portion...
It will coz they've been working on it for a long time, but it's only for the degree college. So, you'll be able to benefit from it, only if you stay in xaviers after the 12th. Upto the 12th, they will follow the Mumbai univ syllabus.
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