You're never too old to learn

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Published: 30 Dec 2012 at 00.00
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Rice farmer Boonruang Pohdaeng, 28, joined a Prathom 1 (first grade) class this year, so keen was she to learn what she missed out on as a child.

ALL TOGETHER NOW: Boonruang Pohdaeng, 28, concentrates on a lesson in Nongkatat school in Saraburi’s Nong Saeng district. PHOTO: CHUMPORN SANGVILERT

Ms Boonruang joined her six-year-old classmates, studying subjects such as Thai language and mathematics at Nongkatat school in Saraburi's Nong Saeng district.

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mrsdonesh
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Discussion 3 : 30 Dec 2012 at 09.513
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congratulations on her determination,however with the numbers being quoted there seems to be a need to establish adult learning centres. Education Dept. lets get proactive.
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Discussion 2 : 30 Dec 2012 at 09.442
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D1, Very apt words and you summed it up well. At last a positive story of a Thai doing something to improve themselves, rather that just protesting and asking for a Govt Handout.

Perhaps more positive stories like this, and especially in the 'Thai Language Papers' and perhaps people would start to thing and do something positive for themselves.

Ms. Boonruang, you truly are a brave individual and the best of luck to you!
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Discussion 1 : 30 Dec 2012 at 05.091
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Great story! I do not believe Ms. Boonruang has anything to be ashamed of or be shy about. She has made a wise and brave decision to get some education and she has made huge sacrifices during her childhood,taking care of her mother. In fact I believe she serves as a great role-model for others.
I wish her all the best in the future. Thanks to BP for writing this article.
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