I would recommend that you sign up for the PTA, which is the forum where parents can raise their concerns about the school. We the foreign teachers are doing what we can, but the real power for change lies with the parents.
I hope you now understand some of the reasons for our disciplinary system, as well as the fact that as a teacher (even homeroom teacher), I have little influence on most school/administrative decisions. I therefore do not wish to defend them, but will refer you to our coordinator.
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