Team Herald
MARGAO: In a surprising turn of events, students will begin learning the syllabus for the next academic year—set to start on April 7—before the results of their previous class are declared. Many consider this an unusual and impractical approach.
Further complicating matters, students in several educational institutions continue attending classes after their exams but are reportedly left without actual teaching. Instead, they are simply asked to sit in the classroom, which many see as a waste of time—not only for students but also for working parents juggling tight schedules.
These developments have sparked growing concerns, with parents expressing shock over the apparent lack of consideration for students, teachers, and families, amid the implementation of the new National Education Policy in Goa.
Sources indicate that results for students in grades I to IX are expected to be released by the end of April, as teachers work to complete grading. However, they are simultaneously under pressure to commence the new academic year on April 7, as per the government’s directive. Balancing both tasks is proving to be a significant challenge for educators.
Speaking to O Heraldo, Jacinta Satnimano, a parent from Salcete, voiced her frustration, stating that authorities have overlooked the challenges faced by students, teachers, and parents.
“Students will be confused when they receive results for the previous class while already learning the next syllabus. This diminishes the value of what they previously studied,” she said. “What’s the point of a child sitting in class only to receive their results at the end of the month? It’s frustrating.”
Neeta Naik, another concerned parent, criticized the new system as an unnecessary source of confusion.
“Students, teachers, and parents all need time to refresh. With the constant pressure of studies and tough competition in education, adding more stress will only worsen the situation,” she stated.
Additionally, sources revealed that students who had completed their 11th-grade exams were also required to attend classes without any teaching taking place. “Teachers weren’t even entering the classrooms, so students sat there for hours and left without learning anything,” sources said.
A teacher, who requested anonymity, confirmed the confusion and pressure among faculty members, stating that they are struggling to adjust to the new system and the impending start of the academic year.