"Life Over Grades"... Jeonnam Office of Education to Hold Alternative Education Forum

Students, Teachers, Parents, and Experts Gather Together
Promotional Booths Operated by 15 Alternative Schools and Institutions

The Jeonnam Provincial Office of Education will hold an alternative education forum to explore educational directions centered on students' lives and growth. On October 17, the office announced that it will host the "2025 Jeonnam Alternative Education Forum" at the Suncheon Bay Ecological and Cultural Education Center on October 27. The event will bring together teachers, parents, students, and experts to discuss the direction and values of Jeonnam-style alternative education.

This year's forum is themed "Schools that Teach Life, Education that Nurtures People." It aims to share the practical approaches of character-centered education promoted by the provincial office and to strengthen communication among various educational stakeholders.

The Jeonnam Provincial Office of Education will hold the "2025 Jeonnam Alternative Education Forum," with participation from teachers, parents, and students. Provided by the Jeonnam Provincial Office of Education

The keynote lecture will be delivered by Professor Lee Byungkon of Geonsin Graduate School University, under the theme "Cultivating Flexible Character, Embracing Future Education."

The panel discussion will feature Hanbit High School graduate Jo Kyungyo presenting "What Remains in Memory After Leaving School," Hanwool High School Principal Eom Jaechun discussing "Good Education Is a Natural Human Right," Yeongsanseongji High School student Kim Doyoung speaking on "Alternative Schools: Education That Nurtures People," and Cheongram Middle School parent Jo Youngran presenting "Education Through Communication: The Relationship Between Schools and Parents."

Promotional booths will also be set up in the event hall corridors, with participation from 10 alternative schools and 5 alternative education institutions from the province. Registration is open from October 17 to 23 and can be completed via the QR code provided on the poster.

Kim Kwangsik, Director of Democratic Life Education, stated, "Education that focuses on students themselves, rather than their grades, is the true starting point of education," adding, "I hope this forum serves as an opportunity for schools and parents to work together in supporting students' growth."

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