I WASN’T going to address this issue but it has been nagging me. There are several teachers enrolled in graduate level education program who seem to think they are owed something for furthering their education and acquiring additional skills. I totally agree. But should not those rewards come after you receive the degree? One person went so far as to imply that “locals” should have some sort of exception as far as receiving funds is concerned.
This letter is to let those in the Legislature and at the CNMI Scholarship Office know that not everyone is looking for a hand out from the government. Some of the students enrolled in the Framingham State College’s masters in education program seem to believe that they are somehow “owed” the so-called scholarship funds from the CNMI government.
I am also enrolled in the Framingham program. I also received money from the Scholarship Office so I could attend school. The “scholarship” funds provided were enough to pay for tuition, books, and administration fees for five classes and I have a few dollars left over. Was I the only person informed that summer courses do not receive “scholarship” funds? I think not.
Moreover, as teachers, should we not teach the principle of responsibility, including financial responsibility? Yes, I know you have families. So do I.
As I see it these “teachers” are looking for something for nothing. At the risk of alienating some of my colleagues let me say that if you want to teach the concepts of honesty, justifiable pride in oneself and one’s accomplishments, as well as responsibility, perhaps you should stop whining and start practicing what I am sure you preach.JOHN DAVIS
Fina Sisu, Saipan
