Letters | As Hong Kong schools reopen, give students space and time to catch up
With virus transmissions showing signs of abating, the Education Bureau announced on May 5 that schools would be allowed to reopen in phases, starting with senior secondary classes, to be followed by junior secondary and older primary school pupils.

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In times of hardship, encouragement and emotional support are key to helping students catch up on their studies. An upbeat spirit and positive thinking could serve as driving forces. Teachers should avoid pressuring students who encounter difficulties catching up with lessons. Only with a caring learning environment and step-by-step guidance can all students regain their direction and strive to achieve learning goals.
Gary Lam, Sheung Shui
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