By Stephanie M Duncan
Monrovia-Liberian educator and proprietress of the Soltiamon Christian School System, Mrs. Tiangay Saba Koon Joah, has said she is considering taking legal action against the Government of Liberia over the Ministry of Education’s ban on corporal punishment in schools and changes to the national curriculum.
Corporal punishment refers to the use of physical force to discipline or correct a child or student. In schools, it may include hitting, spanking, caning, striking or other forms of physical punishment.
Speaking during the 21st graduation ceremony of the Soltiamon Christian School System at Paynesville City Hall, Mrs. Koon Joah argued that the government’s ban on corporal punishment is undermining discipline and moral education, particularly in faith-based schools.
She also raised concerns about aspects of the revised national curriculum, arguing that some of the changes do not adequately reflect the values and principles she believes should guide children’s education.
Mrs. Koon Joah called on parents, school proprietors and members of the public to support her planned legal action against the government.
The educator did not, in the remarks cited, provide details on the specific legal grounds or court she intends to use in challenging the Ministry of Education’s policy.
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