Are school prizegivings harmful or helpful?

Discussions have surfaced as the school year comes to a close. 

Auckland Grammar headmaster, Tim O'Connor, says prizegivings are an opportunity to celebrate student achievement.

He says it doesn't mean everyone should get an award. 

"It's a ritual or a trait of education where, actually, we should learn how to be a contributing member of our community - and that includes being able to respect high-level achievement."

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Are school prizegivings harmful or helpful?
Discussions have surfaced as the school year comes to a close.&nbsp;
Auckland Grammar headmaster, Tim O'Connor, says prizegivings are an opportunity to celebrate student achievement.
He says it doesn't mean everyone should get an award.&nbsp;
"It's a ritual or a trait of education where, actually, we should learn how to be a contributing member of our community - and that includes being able to respect high-level achievement."
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Tim O'Connor: Auckland Grammar headmaster speaks in defence of school prizegivings

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