and speaking of playing fair, we ourselves havent been playing fair. alothough the teachers themselves aren't playing. so, here's some solide evidence and support to back up our mouths

laws from : http://www.siiaonline.org/childrens_rights

- The views of a child that is capable of forming his or her opinion will be given due weight in deciding matters affecting himself/herself, in accordance with age and maturity. (Art 12);

- Freedom of expression (Art 13); Freedom of thought (Art 14); Freedom of association (Art 15); Freedom of access to information (Art 17);

Freedom of Expression and Consideration of Child’s Views:

English case law[2] (often considered and followed by Singapore courts) suggests that parental authority “exists for the benefit of the child” and is justified because it “enables a parent to perform his/her duties to the child.” However, when a child grows and becomes able to decide for himself/herself, parental authority must “yield to the child’s right to make his own decision.”

Singaporean courts have not accepted this standard. However, it can be argued that Singapore should adopt these principles as they accord with CRC Article 12 that guarantees a child’s right to expression and give effect to s 46(1) of the Women’s Charter that mutually bind husbands and wives to co-operate with each other in ensuring the wellbeing of their children.