HAIR today, school uniforms tomorrow, and sports teams or difficult exam papers the day after. The list of issues that have learners and parents’ hair stand on end is a lengthy one. Social media have become an outlet, protests a reality, and political interest and interference the norm.The recent events at Pretoria High School for Girls and a number of other schools across the country have again turned the spotlight on school rules. The education MEC immediately ordered a revision of the rules; the national Department of Education has announced the promulgation of new regulations on codes of conduct for schools, and political parties are asking for legislation. It appears the obvious answer to the hullabaloo is yet more rules, but is that really the best option?Granted, our country is extremely skilled in making laws, and setting regulations and rules. This not only applies to the state — over the years schools have also become competent drafters of rules and regulations. However, e...
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