Reborn in 1994, escaping from marriage and going sea fishing, I won!

Liu Meilan also suggested, "The employment rate on our island is very high now, and there's no school cafeteria. Some parents have time to cook for their children, but most just give them money to buy food outside. The food hygiene on our island is fine, but some foods are not suitable for children to eat every day."

Mayor Tang was stunned, then knocked on the table and thought about it carefully. His grandchildren almost always ate at his house because his wife cooked at home.

My son and daughter-in-law are either involved in pearl farming or working, so they really have no time to take care of the children.

This is for those with parents-in-law who can help look after the children and make sure they have lunch. But what about those without parents-in-law? Or those whose parents-in-law are in poor health and unable to cook?

This problem should indeed be solved.

As the mayor, of course I have to pay attention to people's livelihood and make things convenient for the people.

Mayor Tang thought for a moment, then said, "How about we suggest setting up a cafeteria in the school? Anyone who eats at the school can pay."

Liu Meilan thought for a moment and said, "This isn't a bad idea, but some children don't have anyone to help them with their homework. So I suggest setting up an after-school care center on the island. Not only would they provide dinner, but they'd also invite teachers to come over and help with homework."

Upon hearing this, Mayor Tang slapped his thigh and said, "That's great! My grandchildren often get beaten for not finishing their homework or not knowing how to do it. If there was a place where they could get their homework done and also have dinner taken care of, that would save them a lot of trouble."

Liu Meilan smiled and said, "Then I'll find a place outside the school and settle this matter."

Mayor Tang thought for a moment, then said, "Why look for a place? We can do it at school! After school, students can do their homework there, and the teacher can grade it right away. Whoever finishes their homework can leave. Isn't that better?"

Liu Meilan blinked. "This will increase the teacher's workload, isn't it a bad idea?"

Mayor Tang stroked his chin and thought carefully. "This is a simple matter. The extra hours devoted to homework can be used to pay teachers overtime! This is a voluntary matter for both students and parents. Those who are willing to do their homework in school and have the teacher correct and explain it can pay the fee. Those who are not willing can go home after school and complete their homework independently."

Liu Meilan was astonished. She hadn't expected Mayor Tang to be so forward-thinking. "This should be an extended-time class! It's much better than running a separate daycare center."

Mayor Tang nodded. "Of course. At least it's safe in school. Besides, there are only two classes in the afternoon, so school ends too early. There's just an hour of extended classes, so they can finish their homework. After school, the children can play as much as they want. If they want to have dinner at school, they can order it in advance. Everything can be handled at school."

There is only one kindergarten, one primary school, and one junior high school on the island. In fact, there are not many people, which makes it easy to operate.

Liu Meilan smiled and said, "Mayor Tang, you will be responsible for this matter. I will also donate 300,000 yuan each year to the elementary and middle schools to increase the teachers' income. It's not much, but it's a thoughtful gesture."

Mayor Tang agreed, "It's a lot. Combined with other fees, the teachers' income will increase, and they will be more responsible in the future. Our children will be able to get a better education."

In recent years, more and more students have been admitted to Shenzhen’s top high schools in every high school entrance examination.

Take this year for example, out of the more than 400 students in this junior high school, 98 were admitted to Shenzhen No. 1 Middle School, 129 to Shenzhen No. 2 Middle School, and the rest to other high schools in Shenzhen.

In short, basically all the children have been admitted to high school and have a place to go to school.

This result is much better than before.

This is related to the increase in income and school funding on Sifang Island, and is also closely related to the increase in teachers' income.

Teachers don't need to accept gifts. If they improve students' academic performance, they will receive bonuses, and the bonuses are generous.

If students don't want to learn, not only their parents are unhappy, but also their teachers are unhappy. With the joint help of school and family, students gradually make progress.

Mayor Tang firmly believes that next year's high school entrance examination results will be better.

"Meilan, what do you think about building another high school on our island?" Mayor Tang felt that running a school was very fulfilling.

Liu Meilan shook her head. "Mayor Tang, with the strength of our Sifang Island, we can definitely build a very good high school, but I don't think it's necessary!"

"Children in kindergarten, elementary school, and junior high school need to lay a solid foundation and the protection of their parents and teachers. So, they have less contact with the outside world and can concentrate on their studies!"

"But by the time they reach high school, children are already 15. If they remain in a closed environment between the ages of 15 and 18, it's not good for their growth! They need more horizons, more knowledge, and more communication to better understand the world."

"In a city high school, students come from all over the city, and they have different customs and relationships. Plus, living on campus helps the children develop their self-care skills!"

"Only in this way can children not only acquire knowledge but also develop various abilities after three years of high school study! When they are admitted to university and study further afield, they will be able to adapt more quickly."

Mayor Tang was stunned for a moment, then suddenly realized, "You're right! Without experiencing the wind and rain, you're like a flower in a greenhouse, unable to withstand setbacks outside. The reason we didn't run a high school before was partly due to financial reasons, but more importantly, it was due to the factor you mentioned."

Liu Meilan nodded. "Actually, my mom has also talked about this! She's very much against building a high school on the island. As high school students, you're already half an adult, and living in a closed environment isn't a good idea."

Mayor Tang agreed. "Okay, then let's not talk about this anymore! I'll go talk to the school about the extended classes. I'll leave the kindergarten matters to you! I'll ask the higher-ups to assign a few more young teachers!"

Liu Meilan nodded, "Then I'll contact the builder and start building our island's first bilingual kindergarten!"

People on Sifang Island have a very deep understanding of education.

The slogan painted on the wall: Science and technology are productivity.

Pearl cultivation has made all the people of Sifang Island realize that cultivation is also a science.

Scientific breeding has yielded a lot of harvests and increased income.

The children were admitted to universities and joined the army, and their futures are bright.

Even if you fail the exam, you can cultivate pearls with your family, or learn the craft of jewelry making, learn cooking, etc., and earn a living.

This kind of rhythm makes Sifang Island very comfortable.

If you have free time during the day, you can go for a walk in the bustling city and then return to the paradise-like Sifang Island at night.

Liu Meilan is just like that and loves Sifang Island. At the same time, Sifang Island is lush with flowers, plants and trees. From a high vantage point, it looks like a small green island in the sea.