It's a matter of choice. They've let their heart rule over their minds. On the other hand, if they didn't regret their decision to marry earlier, then good for them. More often than not, many regret their wrong decisions especially when they see their classmates achieve and earn a degree.
Those medals were the most precious decorations I have. They were the fruits of their labor, resulta sa 'pagsusunog ng kilay' ika nga. I did my part too. I tutored my kids during their primary years. That was the good part of it because we practiced homeschooling. It was the foundation of their good education. Thanks to St. Luke Christian School. Their mode of teaching was modular, wherein they were allowed to bring their learning materials at home to answer the questions. We parents could help them answer their lessons but we need to explain why so because they will be asked how they got their answers! No bias.
This mode of learning approach started before they enter in Level I (Grade l). The child needs to undergo a one year training called LTR (Learning to Read) wherein the child should learn how to read first before they can proceed to the next level (level 1) because how will they understand their assignments if they don't know how to read? That was the main logic. Their mode of teaching was exemplary, which was carried on by the pupils until they graduated in high school. Most of the students were sponsored by the World Vision, a scholarship grant to deserving students whose parents were financially hard up. My 5 kids were not granted though for reason that their father was a marine officer. Well, we only got a Plaque of Appreciation for sending them all to SLCS and graduated in flying colors.
Until now, they're still thankful of their foundation in school. I could hear them talking on how grateful they were to their Alma Mater. They were financially supported by World Vision so there's no reason why they shouldn't pursue with their studies.
As for me, am ever thankful to have raised such intelligent kids. Would you believe that my daughter got a 100% final grade in college? Even my granddaughter, Antonia is now starting to collect her medals in her FL (Fast Learners) class. She will be in Grade VI soon.
Summing it all, your academic records mean a lot when you apply for a job here and abroad. But hey, you only need to pass the Civil Service Exam in order to land a prestigious job! That's all that matters.
Thank you for your comments my friend. It's highly appreciated.