THE EDITOR, Madam:
The national debate over Ascot Primary School’s decision to deny graduation gowns to students who underperformed in the PEP examination has generated more heat than light. While many have rightly expressed outrage, we should resist the temptation to condemn anyone involved in the decision-making process. Instead, we should consider a more uncomfortable thought: The Ascot incident is not the disease; it is a symptom.