“Only half the songs in Chinese?” – Principal in Penang School Criticises Performance in Front of Students’ Parents

The headmaster of a secondary school in Penang had a lot to say about a recent performance by the students, and he expressed everything in front of the audience, including the students’ family members.

In 2 Instagram videos by @y_4_singing, the performance seemed to end smoothly but the headmaster took his time and said what he truly felt about the show.

“You might not like what I have to say”

The principal had 3 things to highlight and he started with the one that was his utmost importance – TIME.

The show was scheduled to end at 10 AM, but the students finished the performance at 10:30 AM, and the principal wanted the students to reflect on the delay. He gave them a heads-up, saying the students might not be fond of what he had to say.

“Have you ever thought why the show ended late? Because the emcee was in control, but I’m not blaming the emcee. After the emcee made a brief introduction, you should’ve come onto the stage without any delay.”

The principal also said the event was scheduled to begin at 7:30 AM, but one of the teachers came and asked for the show to start at 7:45 AM, which he was not happy about.

“I couldn’t, because I take time seriously. In the future, I hope this doesn’t repeat again. After the emcee introduces the performance, the performers should immediately step out.”

Chinese songs & attire

In the meantime, the principal also highlighted the amount of Chinese songs, which was not enough.

“This is a Chinese school, but why are only half the songs Chinese songs? Am I right?”

He continued and mentioned the costumes, which should’ve been Mongolian attire to fit the song.

“Why are some of you wearing Baju Melayu?”

The principal then ended his “speech” by reminding the students about what they should reflect on and improve.

At the time of writing, the videos have been removed. The social media user updated via Instagram story and said that the principal has since apologised to the students for the matter.

“I wasn’t criticising the principal, but just pinpointing the time and place he chose to comment on the students. Choir teams from different schools and their coaches were also at the scene.”

The person also assured that the video was taken down without any form of intimidation by any parties.

Constructive criticism can be helpful, but do you think it’s appropriate to do so in public?

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