Teachers report that while most parents are reasonable, some have unrealistic expectations regarding immediate responses outside school hours, often asking trivial questions. Education Minister Chan Chun Sing recently emphasized that teachers should not be required to answer work-related messages after hours and should use official communication channels instead of personal contact details. Teachers welcomed this clarification but expressed concerns about its practical implementation.
‘Very Challenging’ to Deal with Parents Who Expect Immediate Responses to Messages: Teachers
Updated on September 24, 2024