YES: Harold Smith, parent of three children
The first five years of a child's life are so important. It's when youas parents develop their values and ideals. It's up to parents toinstill self-esteem and self-worth in their offspring. Parents wanttheir children to develop to their full potential and parents must teachtheir children respect for others. One of the most important aspects istaking responsibility for your actions. We all have reasons to be bitterand twisted but it's up to you to choose the way you live. Parentswho've got problems themselves won't be able to bring up their childrenproperly.
NO: Rona Tutt, immediate past president, National Association of HeadTeachers
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