2/02/2018

Japanese elementary schools’ list of behavior requirements

To have Asian kids around is a delight. One of the most striking experiences is that you hardly ever, ever, see a small child in a screaming fit. Unlike western kids. The reason is education and, as far as I experienced, they are always attended. There is always somebody around. Someone from the family, friends, grandmother, or the neighbor.

Taking a small child in your arms when the mother is just busy packing her groceries or such is nothing unusual. It will not start screaming, instead look at you in a way that says, hey, you have a strange nose.

Anyway, below is a list of expectations regarding students’ behavior in elementary schools in Japan.

The 18-point list begins with:
“Before your student begins classes at the school, please make sure they are capable of the following. Also, as parents and family members, please follow the same conduct yourself.”
The 18 points are divided into two categories, starting with “Basic Conduct and Attitude,” which lists:

● Attentively listen when someone is speaking.
● Greet others and respond to questions in a clear, easily audible voice.
● Sit up properly in your chair.
● Have a clear understanding that what belongs to others does not belong to you.
● After taking off your shoes, arrange them neatly in the entryway.
● Make sure your clothing is clean and unwrinkled.
● Keep your desk and surroundings tidy and organized.
● Take responsibility to go to bed early and wake up early on your own.
● Eat a proper breakfast.
● Always brush your teeth.
● Never tell lies.

Moving on to “Relationships with Friends,” the remaining criteria are:

● Do not leave anyone feeling left out.
● If someone has a problem, help them.
● Do not badmouth your friends.
● Be able to get along with, play, and learn with anyone.
● Don’t always just play by yourself, but be friendly in playing together with everyone.
● Play outside, both to get plenty of exercise and also to relax in natural surroundings.
● If you make a mistake, earnestly apologize.

Not bad, I would say.

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