Luo Xiaoyan studies hard for the examination. (Photo/Chongqing Evening News)
Luo Xiaoyan, a 44-year-old Chinese teacher at a primary school in the Hechuan district of Chongqing, registered for this year's college entrance examination in order to inspire his son, who is currently in his second year of high school.
Luo originally took the college entrance examination in 1988 and was admitted to Southwest China Normal University. After graduating from college, he became a primary school teacher in Chongqing, and has continued with that job ever since.
Luo's son is an introvert, and easily frustrated by temporary difficulties. Observing his son's unstable academic performance, Luo decided to take part in the college entrance examination to set a good example.
Staff at the examination center in Hechuan district had never seen a case like Luo's. However, after going through the rules for registration, they determined that Luo was allowed to sign up and permitted him to register.
A reporter for Chongqing Evening News says that Luo is busy preparing for the exam. He works hard on exercise books and reference materials.
Luo said that he sometimes wakes up early in the morning at 2 or 3 a.m., using the time for extra studying.
"Will you truly go to college if you are admitted?" asked the reporter. Luo answered that it would be almost impossible for him to be admitted since he hasn't studied math or English in 28 years. He can't catch up in such a short period.
The reporter also asked why he didn't opt to take the exam next year, when his son will take it. Luo said he doesn't want to exert too much pressure on his son. This way, regardless of whether he gets a good score or a bad one, it will be an impetus for his son to work hard next year.
"I just want to set an example for my son and my students. I haven't studied many of the subjects in 28 years, but I still have the courage to take the exam. So as a young man, my son should face the difficulties in his studies more courageously," said Luo.
Luo told the reporter that his son is quite grateful and understands his father's good intentions. He hopes to reward his father with a good score on his own college entrance examination next year.
