KPK reports 34 percent of parents give gifts to teachers

The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has reported that 34 percent of parents still provide gifts to teachers or educational staff during specific occasions. This practice typically occurs during report card distributions, grade promotions, or school celebrations.

While these gifts are often intended as sincere expressions of gratitude and respect for educators, they raise ethical concerns regarding the boundary between appreciation and gratification. Such practices can create potential conflicts of interest, social pressure, and public suspicion regarding whether professional decisions and student assessments remain free from the influence of personal gifts.